NJ Audubon Society, Wattles Stewardship Center

The NJ Audubon Society honored Mr. & Mrs. Wattles today at the new Warren county Wattles Stewardship Center. Last summer NJ Audubon Society partnered with local farmers to grow sunflowers for black-oil bird seed, as part of  the S.A.V.E. program. Fortunately, I was able to see and paint the sunflower fields before they were harvested.

Bright New Morning

"Bright New Morning" 30"x40",  oil on linen




DETAIL "Bright New Morning"  30"x40", oil on linen

I LOVE Sunflowers! This painting was a joy to paint. It took me right back to the field were I discovered them this summer.

Good Morning Sunshine

"Good Morning Sunshine" 30"x40" oil on linen

DETAIL of "Good Morning Sunshine" 30"x40" oil on linen

This summer I discovered a wonderful program, S.A.V.E. (Support Agricultural Viablity and the Environment) sponsered by the NJ Audubon Society (NJAS). My painting, "Good Morning Sunshine" was based on one of the farms that is involved with the program. They grow a sunflower crop and harvest the seeds to sell through the NJAS. NJ farmers are are working with NJAS to grow a "greener" more environmentally and bird friendly black-oil sunflower seed. Please visit, NJ Audubon Society for more information about the S.A.V.E. program and how you can help.

Peony Paradise

Peony Paradise 48"x60", oil on linen (ask about availability)
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This Painting took much longer than expected. I'm thrilled is is finished! Peonies are one of my favorite flowers. I have several plants close to my studio which explains why I have to paint them every spring.
This painting is so large that I painted it on heavy stretcher bars and the image continues on the sides, top and bottom. "Peony Paradise" would look wonderful as is not framed or framed in a floater type frame.

Best Wishes

Best Wishes, oil on linen, 40"x 30"
$6600 framed (ask about availability)
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I set up this still life on my studio window ledge looking out to my patio. The subtle backlighting was really interesting to me. I love how the sunlight comes through the drapes and how the shadows fall in front of the apples. This stunning wildflower bouquet was a birthday surprise from my husband. :0)