Summer Memories

“Summer Memories”        2.5” x 3.5”         Pastel        $26.25       © Sharon Lewis

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             Like many of my friends I have mixed feelings about Labor Day. I appreciate that it’s a holiday for most people but it also marks the end of summer. Although I love that fall will bring cooler temperatures and less humidity (eventually), I will miss the long days of light we enjoy during summer. Summer also gives us spectacular displays of clouds which I love. Yes, clear blue skies can be nice but for someone who loves painting interesting skies, I’ll take some huge clouds any day.

            Happy Weekend and Happy Labor Day!

 

Icy Cold

“Icy Cold”        8” x 10”         Pastel        $160       © Sharon Lewis
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            This is another view of the beautiful, cold waters of the Saanich Inlet later in the evening. The water isn’t really icy but it is a great deal colder than the south Atlantic coastal waters I grew up swimming in. Today’s temperature is about 55 degrees F which is a bit cold for swimming comfortably but is great for providing cool breezes on a summer day.

            Happy Weekend!

 

The View From Above

“The View From Above”       8” x 10”         Pastel        $160       © Sharon Lewis

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             When I travel, I’m always looking for places to stay that have beautiful views, preferably of water, mountains, or both. On Vancouver Island, we stayed only one night with this gorgeous view of the Saanich Inlet. This is a place where no air conditioning was necessary, even in July – my kind of place to stay in the summer!

            Happy Weekend!

 

Lucky

“Lucky”         5” x 7”         Pastel        $ 105      © Sharon Lewis

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            It’s rare that I’m lucky enough to combine my love of the outdoors and my love of painting but on my recent trip to the west coast I was so excited to be able to enjoy both. I had a sunny day, with cool breezes and a beautiful view of the ocean in front of me. I couldn’t have been happier!

            Happy Weekend!

 

Reaching toward the Heavens

“Reaching Toward the Heavens”          12” x 18”         Pastel        $ 324     © Sharon Lewis

            This painting shows a lovely peaceful cove along the eastern coast of Newfoundland, Canada. This summer, I plan to visit the west coast of Canada and spend some time on Vancouver Island. My primary goal in July and August is to get out of Hotlanta and seek cool breezes on the water someplace beautiful.

            Happy Weekend!

 

Weekend Sailors

“Weekend Sailors”      5” x 7”         Pastel        $ 105      © Sharon Lewis

             Many years ago, I was visiting Seattle, one of my favorite cities. Not only does the city have all the usual great restaurants and art museums, it’s also on the water and so close to beautiful hikes in the mountains. One of the things I love to do when out there, is to eat someplace on the water and enjoy great food, cool breezes, and watch the sailboats go by.

            Happy Weekend!

 

What's Left Behind

“What’s Left Behind ”          8” x 10”         Pastel        $240        © Sharon Lewis

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            This beautiful beach with its clear, blue water is wonderful for walking and exploring what the sea has left behind in the tide pools. However, this is not the place for sunbathing as the temperature is likely in the 50’s or low 60’s in July. I can’t wait to be here!

            Happy Weekend!