Playing with Pastels

"Come Fly With Me!" pastel 6x6" I decided to revisit birds again today. This was a challenge! I have to say I learned a lot about color in shadow and reflected light. I am having fun choosing titles. Have you noticed a theme? Judy

"Both Sides Now" pastel, 5x7" Day 19 of the 30 Paintings in 30 Days! It is really important for me to find times in the day to paint. I am amazed at how good it is for me to be thinking of painting all the time. It is a way of looking at my daily life with thoughts of positive productivity that I hadn't been doing before this challenge.  I am thinking... ok, what shall I paint next? Judy

"Have You Ever Seen the Rain?" pastel 18x24" It is day 18 of the 30 Paintings in 30 Days Challenge.  I have kept up pretty well despite having to get a solo show ready. I am finding it a really great experience! Have you ever considered trying this? Judy

"Cry Me a River" pastel 5x7" I thought I would try a few different variations using the same composition but different colors. My show, "Dust & Shadow" opens tonight, so I don't have a lot of time to paint! If you live near Sharon, CT, come on over! The Gallery @the SHS 18 Main Street Sharon, CT 860-364-5688

"Sunrise, Sunset" pastel 5x7" Well, it is time for a new theme. I have had a lot of positive response to my small "shape landscapes" so I thought I should try some more of that. Again, another song title that I love... Judy

"Baby, It's Cold Outside" pastel 6x6" $100 - Click to buy It was 3 degrees outside my house this morning. Good thing the sun has come out and it feels warmer! New classes starting next week! It's a good way to keep your mind off of the weather! Judy

All God's Critters Got a Place in the Choir 9x12" pastel Click to buy! Well, you know, I name a lot of my paintings with song titles or lyrics because I also love to sing! This title is a Bill Stains song of the same name.  Listen here... Judy