Fall is My Favorite Season       Growing up in rural Pennsylvania, the coming of the Fall season was bittersweet. On one hand, I hated going back to school after the freedom of summer but on the other hand, autumn was (and still is) my favorite season. Waking up to the crisp morning breeze as it swept rows of billowing clouds across the blue sky, the smell of burning leaves, the warm afternoon sun and the blazing sunsets are just a few of my favorite memories of Fall. Bursts of red, orange and yellow color covered the rolling hills as the trees changed hue. Fall also brought the harvest of corn, apples and tomatoes on the nearby farms. The tragic events that happened ten years ago on 9/11 have added to that bittersweet feeling. It is a reminder of how frail our existence truly is and helps me appreciate all I have.

"Gifts for the Table: California's Amazing Bounty"   September 17 - November 5, 2011 Distant Fields    What better time than September to celebrate the bounty of California? I am among a group of artists who have painted the hard-working farmers, local vineyards, citrus orchards and home-grown produce to celebrate our state of abundance. The reception is September 17, from 6 PM to 10 PM at: La Galeria Gitana 120 N. Mackay Ave. Ste. E San Fernando, CA 91340 818-898-7708 Among the Rows

What's New Cruising the Shore It is easy to find my most recent paintings, just click on Just Off the Easel. Every time I add a new painting to my website it first appears here. I only show eight of my latest creations in this group, so no matter how many times you visit my website you are always assured of finding something new.

"The Color of Light" Segil Fine Art Gallery 110 West Lime Avenue Old Town Monrovia, California September 3 - October 1, 2011 Morning Hits the Rocks Sold  The reception on September 3 resulted in the sale of two of my paintings. The show continues through November 1 and there are still many wonderful landscapes and seascapes available.   Rest Stop Sold