Original Watercolor Painting Chrysanthemum

Let me introduce you to a member-flower of my friend Tom’s Garden. It’s become my latest Asian Inspired painting with my California twist. Tom has a slice of a garden that has a multitude of plants and flowers. When I walk the neighborhood, I take my camera and just photograph my favorites.
These images become the resource and inspiration for some of my later paintings...

The Chrysanthemum is a “fall-flowering plant.” I’m told in the Chinese culture it represents “strength and triumph over misfortune.” I like that idea... It's wonderful when something delicate becomes a source of strength.

Original Painting Acrylic Impressionist Red Floral

It’s fun walking around San Juan Capistrano, California. The town has a California Mission, antique shops, and the Los Rios Historic District.

Los Rios Street is a combination of cottages, quaint restaurants, colorful people and adobe structures. The street is filled with beauty, history, and charm... The floral subjects of my latest painting called to me. It’s nice when something warm and joyful pops up on a sunny walk. Click details for more information...

Etsy Updates:
These Etsy Shop owners selected my watercolor and ink paintings for their Etsy Treasury. You'll also see other fine artists, artisans, and vintage selections within their treasury. It's fun take a peek. Just click the headings...

Auntjancan Treasury:
A selection of fine art.

Baruchslulaby Treasury:
If you are looking for the color blue this is the place.

MaresFabrics Treasury:
It's a lovely combination of art, craft, photos, vintage, jewelry, and fun.