Beach Brunch

“Beach Brunch”       8” x 11”        Pastel       $260        © Sharon Lewis
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            My recent trip to the beach reminded me of one of my favorite birds, called a sanderling. They’re in constant motion, running back and forth trying to capture the sand crabs and other invertebrates that they like to eat without getting washed out to sea by a wave.  They’re much cuter than the gulls, a lot less noisy, and they won’t steal your picnic lunch. What’s not to like?

            Happy Weekend! 

Where Important Things Happen Sometimes

“Where Important Things Happen Sometimes”    5.75 x 10.5”    Pastel      $100     © Sharon Lewis

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             I’m on my way to our nation’s capital to attend a conference and see family. Coincidentally, I ran across some of my DC reference photos, taken from an Uber careening through traffic. In spite of having a hard time keeping my balance, I managed to capture this tranquil scene with geese flying from one historic monument to another.

            Have a Happy Memorial Day Weekend!

Just Passing Through

“Just Passing Through”    8” x 10”       Pastel         $75     © Sharon Lewis

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             I love catching sight of a beautiful Great Egret. They glide so quietly through waterways like these marshes, on their long slender legs, heads bobbing with their pointy, dagger-like bill searching so very patiently for food.

            Happy Weekend!

 

The Food’s OK But The Location Is Fabulous!

 

“The Food’s OK But The Location Is Fabulous!”   9” x 12”       Pastel     $100    © Sharon Lewis

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             These tiny birds, called Sanderlings, are one of my favorite sights at the beach. Even their name sounds cute to me. They scurry back and forth, just avoiding being swept away by the waves as they constantly search the beach for their food, marine invertebrates. The Cornell Ornithology Lab describes them as in a “perpetual wave chase” which I think describes them well.

            Happy Weekend!

Happy Thanksgiving!

“Family Gathering”         6” x 6”        Pastel         $40         © Sharon Lewis

I hope that wherever you are this Thanksgiving, that you are gathered with love to celebrate this holiday of gratitude. I am so very grateful for my wonderful kids, partner, friends and family.

May you feel the warmth of all those who love you this Thanksgiving.

Happy Weekend!

Glimmering in the Sleep of Things

“Glimmering in the Sleep of Things”         Oil          2” x 3”        $25   © Sharon Lewis
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            When I cannot think of a title for one of my paintings, I often read poetry for inspiration.  Each time I do this, I not only find an interesting painting title but I am also reminded of the tremendous skill exhibited by poets. I paint images with pigment but they also paint images, I think more skillfully than I at times, with their choice of just the right words. The title for this painting comes from the poem, “A Spell BeforeWinter” by Howard Nemerov.       

          Happy Winter and Happy New Year!