I decided to give up trying to control my watercolors, at least not as hard as I had been, and let them do their own thing more. I feel we have a more peaceful relationship now. They surprised me with the shiny chocolates. I wasn’t expecting the chocolates to come out so realistically but…viola! I […]



This blog is about my journey as a botanical artist--what I am learning, what inspires me and what I am currently drawing or painting. My desire is to continually hone my skills to better express my wonder and gratitude for the beauty of the creation around me in the Pacific Northwest (USA).