Spring - again

Spring ends up being a very busy time of year in the life of a teacher.
In fact, there's hardly time to breathe as we finish the school year and get our graduates out the door and batten down the hatches for summer... 

So, I'm posting a couple of my favorites from Spring 2016! 
And I will be back in my studio producing Summer 2017 paintings very soon! 
Both of these, by the way, are still available!  

I don't know about you, but I never get tired of spring's arrival and the beauty it brings !

Spring Awakens, 12x9" oil on linen panel
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Lincoln Marsh Pathway, 12x9" oil on linen panel
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The Cat on the Wall

The Garden Wall, 6x9" oil on gesso board

© Helen Read 

 

Almost lost in the shadows, watchful eyes see all that happens in this shady garden!
Should a bird or butterfly happen by, there might be some drama ~ otherwise, all is quiet and peaceful! 




This summer scene is ready to frame and send to it's new home! 

Summer Bouquet

Summer Scents (peonies),  7x5" oil on gesso board
©Helen Read 

 

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What speaks the lazy days of summer as much as a casual bouquet of peonies in an old fashioned mason jar?  These pink and white beauties are have such sweet aroma and that lovely pop of color, set against the beautiful blue of a country window and shutter.  I love the sense of calm serenity they give.

Perhaps that speak that kind of serenity to your heart.

This lovely little painting is ready to find it's new home!