SUSAN'S . . . PLAYING AGAIN!

THE ORANGE KISS 4 1/2" x 41/2" pastel 8" square archival white matt, glass + gold frame $150 + $15 insured priority shipping The day was not over as of yet.  Pale blue the sky still shone, with a twisting strip of dark clouds that  hung precariously above the horizon.  Yet the rays of the sun had fallen and kissed the land.

A YUCCA SUNSET 4 1/2" x 4 1/2" pastel 8" square archival white matt, glass + gold frame $150 + $15 insured priority shipping So many shapes and forms . . .  all sunsets seem so mesmerizing.  Yet the darkened silhouettes of the foreground  spike the dreamy sky. Just as life . . . a few thorns in every rose. So touch the petals to believe . . .

BALBOA PARK 11"h x 14"w pastel 17"h x 21"w white archival matt, glass + gold frame $595 + $20 insured priority shipping For anyone that doesn't know, Balboa Park is one of San Diego's  gems. It originated as the "City Park" in 1868.  Today the Park consists of 1,200 acres and houses the majority  of the City's Museums. One can also stroll the gardens, hike the trails, watch working artists at the Spanish Village Art Center  and so much more!  This pastel, Balboa Park , depicts some of the unique architecture  viewed across the water lily garden.  More information can be read here .

HANNAH'S HOT COLORS 4 1/2" x 4 1/2" pastel 8" square archival white matt, glass + gold frame SOLD - PRIVATE COLLECTOR kids korner with hannah the kiwi frosting was sharp and tangy . . .  so appropriate with Hannah's hot  little colors + swirls! And I  just couldn't resist running with this delectable  cupcake in my D-Day attack against  Kelley MacDonald .  Now what jelly wonder will she fling?

FRIDAY FAVORITES . . . FUN! SUNSET BEYOND THE HOUSE 4 1/2" x 4 1/2" pastel * * no frame nor glass SOLD - PRIVATE COLLECTOR Today was a day I finally had to myself . . . ahhh!  And I devoted the entire day to playing with my art. I did get a lot accomplished too. As a sunset, it was luxurious and magical.  Hope each and everyone of you enjoy your Friday to the fullest!

FLUFF *   6" x 6" pastel 10" x 10" archival white matte * no frame sold  As people, cats come in all shapes, colors and sizes. And unique personalities, all their own! Here's a white fluff ball that is always content. 

zoe . . .  happy 10" h x 8" w pastel 16"h x 14"w gold frame $495 * * Courtesy of Tirage Gallery Zoe loves cupcakes of any kind! The more frosting, the better for this little girl.

BUT . . . WHERE'S THE DONUT? 4 1/2" x 4 1/2" pastel 8" square archival matt* *packaged in plastic sleeve SOLD - PRIVATE COLLECTOR I know Kelley Mac Donald - my donut foe - has been  ever so busy with her studio sale this week, yet every  Monday is our Donut War attack. Well, I am so ever more partial to cupcakes . . . such a fun, dainty, party pastry! . . .  so I decided to shake things up and shot-putt  a cupcake to the Donut Queen while her back is turned. She will be so surprised . . . Za . . . z . . . zing! So many are into the cupcakes. You name it - there are cupcake stores,  baking kits,  stationery, etc. And recently a friend forwarded to  me  a  photo of  a cupcake tagged on the back of a sign.  Pretty cool!

ADDY 12"h x 9"w acrylic + grease pencil cradled wooden panel SOLD / Private Collector It seems lately that I have just been creating pastels.  And I need some extra thrills . . . so now it's time to get-down-and-play! I was fortunate to be invited in creating portraits  of dogs for a shelter awhile back. The program  was to increase adoptions of older dogs, whom always seem to be overlooked. Addy was one and  am happy to report she was adopted to a loving  family, as well as many others. I found it a nice change to play with acrylics. As for the elements, I used a primitive background  to depict Addy's playfulness and a moon to symbolize her age.  A day of play!

FRIDAY FAVORITES . . . FUN! RIBBONS OF RED 4 1/2" x 4 1/2" pastel 8" square archival white matt-  * no glass, nor frame Everyone loves a deal! So I decided to select and promote with a special rate,  a favorite pastel on Fridays. Each will be archival matted,  but unframed and without glass. So what better way to end the work week, with a hot-red sunset! Enjoy your weekend!

STUDY OF LISA * 11" x 14" framed $245 * Courtesy of Strandz Salon Memories . . .   of yesteryear. Hello Lisa!

ONE PALM 4 1/2" x 4 1/2" pastel 8" square archival white mat, glass + gold frame SOLD - PRIVATE COLLECTOR

SWEEP ATOP THE POLES 4 1/2" x 4 1/2" pastel 8" square archival white matt, glass + gold frame SOLD! With a swish the colors flew . . . pinks, blues, oranges and purples. A pastel yet colorful panoramic evening. So delightful! .

TRIPLE STICKY LOVE 4 1/2" x 4 1/2" pastel 8" square archival white matt, glass + gold frame $150 - tax + shipping inclusive Good old-fashioned pillows of love! Okey Kelley MacDonald ! Know you favor stacks  of oozing,  gooey piles of goodness, so I have created a trifecta of donuts. What you got today Girl? But think I'll snuggle right down and munch  rather than flinging them across the continent. Why waste a good thing? 

SUMMER SHOWERS 4 1/2" x 4 1/2" pastel 8" square archival white matt, glass + gold frame $150 - tax + shipping inclusive Have you ever stood in one spot  under a sunny, bright sky. Then looked afar and watched a downpour?  Such a day . . . such a delight to see!

AN EVENING OF ORANGE 4 1/2" x 4 1/2" pastel 8" square archival white matt, glass + gold frame $150 - shipping + tax inclusive Cloaked was the evening in orange. A color so warm and fiery that it lit the sky.  And the erratic, flaring tones swished  before darkness fell. 

SPLASH + GIGGLES 6" x 6" pastel + gold leaf frame The two little girls  frolicked  as the waves rolled. But one was much more mischievous . . . so she splashed   and  splashed  and splashed! This pastel is a companion piece to Waves? and Waves + Giggles .

MY CUP IS 1/2 FILLED 11" x 11" pastel 18" square archival white matt, glass + gold frame $825 * *Courtesy of Tirage Gallery Time does fly! Summer will soon be winding down, when it seems as it just begun yesterday.  So here's a simplified summer bouquet to enjoy,  as the remaining days slip bye.

WHITE FROSTING 4 1/2" x 4 1/2" pastel 8" square archival white matte, glass + gold frame $150 + $15 insured priority shipping What is Kelley MacDonald up to? The Jelly Queen is up to no good by slinging jelly left and right. Sha . . . . bang! I'm flinging frosting back at you girl! Seems as if everyone is a donut lover these days. Hording a bit Jello?

DOCKED IN THE MORNING 9 1/2" x 91/2" pastel 18" square archival white matt, glass + gold frame SOLD- PRIVATE COLLECTOR A crisp, sunny morning awaits me with a slight whisper of a wind in the air.  Shadows dance upon the water  as the boats rock contentedly. Such a wonderful day for a boat ride!

DEL'S SHORELINE 4 1/2" x 4 1/2" pastel 8" square archival white matte, glass _ gold frame SOLD- PRIVATE COLLECTOR Yesterday I posted a pastel, Turret at the D e l ,   which focused on the main turret of  Hotel del Coronado .  The Del's Shoreline - pictured above - is a petite  rendition  of the hotels beach. In fact, their beach  has been selected  many times as one of the top ten in the world.  And it  is glorious! White clouds ripple throughout the blue sky, as the waves roll onto the beach. So please enjoy! 

TURRET AT THE DEL 6 1/2" x 6 1/2" pastel SOLD - PRIVATE COLLECTOR What's the best way to beat the heat? A trip to the beach. And  Hotel del Coronado's back door opens  onto one of the top beaches in the world.  Here is a petite pastel with a view of it's iconic  turret, which was just purchased by a Collector. Happy summer!

BEHIND 2 WINDOWS 4 1/2" x 4 1/2" pastel 8" square archival white matt, glass + gold frame $150 - shipping + tax inclusive It was a late afternoon that I strolled,  when noticing two small windows with a cursory glance. Curiosity struck . . . and I wondered. What stories could the darkened  small windows tell?    Tales of laughing children?  Heirlooms of the days gone bye? Or embracements by lovers?   A mystery  . . . .  

WISPY 4 1/2" x 4 1/2" pastel 8" square archival white mat glass + gold frame SOLD -PRIVATE COLLECTOR The day was hot with a  sky rich  and pure  as a piece of blue silk. Swiftly . . . it all changed. Racing white clouds dashed with a fury, whipping through the sky. A wind caressed my face. And then the rain tumbled down.