Sweet Treat  oil  9x6
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I taught a week of summer camp to 8 year olds this year.  It was called Cakes and Carrots.  We baked, we decorated, we drew, painted and played with color.  I painted this for the kids, as an example of how to transform your cupcake into a painting.

Shining Leaves  oil 8x6
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The gingkos in my neighborhood turn a beautiful golden color in the fall.  I collect them, put them in a jar with glycerine and stick them in the fridge.  During the year I pull them out and play with them until I hit on a still life setting I want to paint. Again, this is a shallow stage to take advantage of the shadows on the wall.  I also love painting white, you get so many great subtle colors in the reflections and shadows.