Blowing in the Wind

“Blowing in the Wind”       2.5” x 3.5”       Pastel       $25       © Sharon Lewis

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When I travel, I always try to take some time to paint on location. It’s such a wonderful way to get to know your environment since you pay attention in ways that you might not normally. This painting was done at the beach recently where my attention was drawn to the softness of the grasses and the delicate hues I could see in the sand dunes. As my third painting of the dunes, you can tell that this beach trip made me a fan of this very vital part of the coastal ecosystem. 

Happy Weekend!

 

Wind-Swept

“Wind-Swept”           5” x 7”       Pastel       $50       © Sharon Lewis

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Sometimes, I find beauty when I look where others don’t. In this case, everyone’s eyes were on the ocean which I love as well, but sometimes, maybe to be different or maybe because I’m curious? I want to look where others aren’t and ask what might I be missing? What beauty can be found over here? And that’s how I noticed these pink and lavender dunes with grasses of gold.

            Hope you find beauty in unexpected places. Happy Weekend!

Unsung Heroes

 “Unsung Heroes”       5” x 7”    Pastel     $50     © Sharon Lewis

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Sometimes, it’s the quiet scenes that draw my attention at the beach. I love the waves, the people with their colorful umbrellas, and the hopefully blue sky. However, I’m also drawn to the multitude of colors you can see in the dunes, especially with the beautiful shadows contrasting with the light. I also can’t forget that their job is to protect the coast from waves and offer some protection to wildlife.

            Happy Weekend!