The last layer of color  and then I will be busy flooding the canvas with a dark color and  filling in the white spots.  Spot checks are tedious and monotonous but so very work the time invested.

This very large dragonfly is taking a long time to finish!  I had some other projects to tackle and it is getting close to back to school shopping.  I am definitely making this one a priority to get it finished and on display.

Aug 11 2025

The fireweed grows abundantly in newly clear and burned areas.  The plant also has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.  It can also prevent some bacteria and fungus growth.

Aug11 2025

An inukshuk is created by carefully stacking stones, typically without the use of mortar or glue, to create a human-like figure or other symbolic shape. The structure relies on the principle of balance, with each stone supporting the ones above and below it. Inukshuks are traditionally built by Inuit people and can serve various purposes, including marking trails, signaling locations, or representing human figures.  

Aug 10 2025

It is completely covered with texture!  I put an undercoat, it reminds me of blue and white porcelain vases.

Aug 9th 2025

One more layer!  An exercise in patientce.  I tried to work on this piece before it was dry and I created more work for myself.  

Aug 8th 2025

Layering the fireweed ,  Working out if I can add one more layer or possibly wait for another time.  

Aug 5 2025

Started a small 5" x 5" painting.  The canvas has already been covered in plaster and sanded until smooth.  

Aug 4 2025

I did put this one aside for a while to work on some commissions.  Time to get this finished but it definitely seems overwhelming.  

Aug 2nd 2025

Adding the grass is time consuming because I am detail orientated.  I have to overcome the urge to apply every single blade of grass one by one.

Aug 1st 2025

Laying on the plaster, I am getting better at showing the 3D in the photography of my sculpture paintings.  This is going to have a final layer of fireweed in the front.

July 29th 2025