Northern Shores

“Northern Shores”        Pastel            9” x 12”             $100          © Sharon Lewis
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            When we arrived it was rainy and cold…more like fall than mid-summer. And then the rain stopped and we were treated to a beautiful sunset that set this quiet cove on fire. It was a beautiful ending to our day exploring the country north of our “North Country”.

            Happy Weekend!

Out of the Woods

“Out of the Woods”             Pastel             12” x 12”             $175           © Sharon Lewis
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            Today’s painting is based on a walk we took through tall shady trees on a warm summer day in New England. Somewhere to the left there was a meandering stream where, when we were sufficiently warmed by the sun, we could go wading in cool water coming down from the distant mountain.

It was so much fun to paint these warm greens and other summer colors when all I see out the window are greys and browns. How great it is to bring summer just a little closer!

            Happy Weekend!

Nature’s Ornaments

“Nature’s Ornaments”             Pastel               9” x 12”              $100               © Sharon Lewis
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“There is in them a softer fire than the ruby, there is the brilliant purple of the amethyst, and the sea green of the emerald - all shining together in incredible union.”  - Pliny (c. AD 23 – August 25, AD 79). I don’t often find myself quoting first century philosopher/naturalists, but I found that this quote by Pliny just seems to fit this painting. He was describing the beauty of the opal but it also seems to apply to the view I had of the mountains several weeks ago.

Happy Weekend!

All That Glitters

“All That Glitters”           Pastel             2.5 x 3.5            $20            © Sharon Lewis
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                  I have had this petite painting sitting on my window sill to cheer me up on gray days such as this one. I used some of my iridescent pastel colors to get the sparkly effect which reminds me of tiny snow flakes falling quietly onto these beautiful trees. It also reminds me of the brilliant colors of the holiday season. I have to admit that I have never lost my childlike fascination with all that twinkles, shimmers, or shines this season.

                  Have a sparkly weekend!

Arthur's Seat

“Arthur’s Seat”              Pastel              9” x 12”            $100            © Sharon Lewis
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            In the center of the beautiful city of Edinburgh is an amazing place called Holyrood Park. Within this park is a peak of 822 feet called “Arthur’s Seat”. Hiking to the top of this hill, you can see wonderful views of the city and the surrounding areas. The park is filled with these soft green hills with their contrasting craggy rocks, and tucked within some of the tall grasses like a hidden oasis, was this tiny pond.

Shadow Drama

“Shadow Drama“                  Pastel             9" x 12"            $100             © Sharon Lewis
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            I love drama! At least I love it when it’s played out in the dramatic contrast of light and shadow as you can see in this scene. I took the reference photos for this painting as we were driving along the coast of the Isle of Skye. I saw a beautiful valley with sheep grazing and the light and shadow playing along the mountain behind.

            I love painting a pastoral scene such as this not only because of the contrast between the light and shadow in the background, but also because of the peace and tranquility of the foreground.

            Happy Weekend!