Maui Upcountry Jacaranda

(I had to remove the original because the size was too large and it didn't have a watermark) 

Here's my latest painting inspired by my trip to Maui. The Jacaranda trees were just starting to

bloom. There were so many beautiful farms, it felt like a storybook. The colors really are this vivid there.

The only thing missing is a rainbow. If you love rainbows, there's always one

somewhere on the island; it's magical!

Sharing on Show and Tell Friday with Cindy from My Romantic Home

I also did a smaller cropped version of this one for a challenge on Dailypaintworks

Hawaii photos...stay tuned

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Well, I have returned from my amazing vacation on Maui. Although I still love Kauai, Maui is now one of my favorites! Actually, I can't choose which island I like more. I wish I could live on any of them (except Oahu). I'm working on a new painting of the Upcountry with a Jacaranda tree. They're blooming now! They are my absolute favorite tree! I was so inspired by this trip! There is so much for the senses there...it's amazing. I just wish we could have stayed longer. Next time:)

So...all of my photos from the trip are stuck in my mom's camera. I borrowed it instead of lugging my dslr around. Her camera takes great pictures and I got some great ones, but I can't get them off of there! We've looked everywhere for the cable. I think we have to order a new one. So until I figure it out...I'll just post my paintings. 

Thank you for all of your nice comments! And thank you Terra for posting your painting! 

Enjoy your day!

I am here...

Hi everyone...or should I say...Aloha!

I've captured so many inspirational photos

I can't wait to get started painting! This time away

has been good though, not just for relaxing in my favorite

place, but also for reflection about where I am,

and where I am going. I love vacations!

So good for the mind and soul:)

I hope everyone is having a wonderful week and I'm sorry I haven't been visiting

everyone, but my computer doesn't work so well in the sun!

I plan on posting some photos soon!

Blush...

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I just finished this one and called it "Blush". I love this color!

I just got my hair done, highlights, and am feeling

so happy! I love getting my hair done. It's just like spring

all fresh and new!

Spring blooms...

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It was such a beautiful day here today so I spent sometime outside, but

managed to finish this one. I sat out near some gigantic lilac bushes (more like trees).

We have white and lilac and they smell so sweet. 

The only bad thing was all the bees.

There were bees of every kind but mostly the big black bomber bees, I think they're called 

wood bees. I left them alone and they thankfully they did the same. I don't 

know if they sting but I sure didn't want to find out!

I had a great weekend...I hope you did to.

(I'm surprised I didn't capture a bee in this photo!)

And the winner is...

Terra from Terragarden.blogspot.com!

Congratulations Terra, please contact me and let

me know which painting you choose!
A big Thank You goes out to
Tish from A Femmeduncertainage.blogspot, for hosting
this giveaway! Tish is so gracious and I always gain such
great information from her blog. Whether it be
fashion, skincare or so many other things, I'm always glad I visit!

Thank you all for your support! All of your kind

comments about my art mean so very much to me! 

Have a wonderful weekend!

I'm joining in on the party over at Show and Tell Friday at My Romantic Home!
&
Feather Nesting Friday

I'll call her Spring...

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She just reminds me of Spring so I'm calling her "Spring 1". The "1" because I might do more like this. 

If you've been following my art for awhile then you know I'm not that creative when it comes to titles.

It's even a chore to title my blog posts sometimes! 

I hope everyone is having a great week. Mine is going great. I managed to find the perfect pair of white linen capris for my trip (among other things) And the best thing was, when I got to the checkout counter

I found out they were 1/2 off! So I got another pair. 

We should be announcing the winner by Friday so please check back.
Ok...take care!

Show and Tell Friday and...

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A Little Sweet One...

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I'm participating in Show and Tell Friday here!

Happy Easter!

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I hope everyone has a wonderful Easter with your friends and family.

Relax...

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