This is my version of the acrylic landscape painting by Ray Grimes. Easy Landscape Painting / 139 / Relaxing / Playing with Paints / Abstract Painting / Demonstration

I’ve been wanting to try painting a flamingo for a few days. They have such gorgeous pink colours and they look rather regal. Today I gave it a good try. I forgot I had smaller paint brushes on the table which would have helped me do finer feather details. I like how it turned out. … Continue reading Acrylic Flamingo #1

Today I decided to paint some palm tree pictures.I used Silhouette of Palm Tree and Green Palm Plant as my guide.

I took my inspiration from a photo I captured many years ago. Hubby and I were on a cruise around New Zealand and this was one of the shore days, at my favourite port. We took a small boat from the cruise ship to the shore and spent the afternoon in this perfect seaside town. … Continue reading Sailboat in Akaroa, New Zealand

I enjoyed painting the sailboat in Akaroa so much, I decided to paint another picture from the trip. I took progress photos again. You will see a change in the light from using the phone flashlight, to using a lamp (which almost glows orange.) I realise this has a big affect on how I see … Continue reading Akaroa, New Zealand, Hillside

This is another shot from my time in Akaroa back in 2013. It’s such a lovely stroll alongside the shops and cafes. on the main street of Akaroa.