At The Moment

Winter Treat

2008-12-14T01:00:00.000-05:00

Winter Treat
9" x 12" watercolor - framed
$100

Some winter days make me so cold that I need to warm up from the inside out. That's when I reach for some hot chocolate and my favorite pottery mug. For a real treat I add a couple of Oreo cookies. In this piece, I used the warm brown shadows to show the heat of the chocolate as it warms my hands and slides down my throat, offering protection from the winter cold represented in the cool blue surface the mug rests on.

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Snowy Snack

2008-12-11T01:00:00.001-05:00

Snowy Snack
14" x 11"
$270

This little bird showed up on my deck railing to enjoy a winter snack served up on a peanut butter coated pine cone. He was all fluffed up against the cold, but seemed to enjoy the easy pickins. He may be small, but when he invites his friends over they can wipe out that pine cone pretty quickly.

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Season's Reflections

2008-12-08T22:57:00.005-05:00

Season's Reflections
12" x 10" watercolor- framed
$235

One of the few things I collect (besides art supplies!) is glass Christmas ornaments. I love the way they catch the tree lights and seem to magnify their shine. Many of my ornaments were given to me as gifts or purchased while on vacation with my family. As I unwrap them every year, they bring back wonderful memories. I love reminiscing about the origin of each ornament as I decorate the tree. In this painting I tried to capture those feelings in the warm glow of the lights reflected in the star.

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Want to Play?

2008-12-01T01:00:00.001-05:00

Want to Play?
8" x 10" graphite - framed
$200

Who can resist this sweet, little puppy that just wants to be let out so he can run and play? Definitely not me, which is why I had to draw him!

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Jelly Jar

2008-11-26T21:00:00.002-05:00

Jelly Jar
8" x 10" watercolor - matted
$75

Homemade jelly makes a wonderful gift and my family is thankful for every jar we are given. I snuck this jar up to my studio as soon as I brought it home so I could paint it before the rest of the family found it. I knew how it would glow from the late afternoon sun that comes in my windows next to my art table. I couldn't wait to paint that beautiful glow.

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Clear Favorites

2008-11-24T01:00:00.002-05:00

Clear Favorites
9" x 12" watercolor - framed
$100

Being a mom of young children, I often receive special gifts - gifts which my kids find for me while they are outside playing. These presents are my favorites to receive because they are given with such love and pride. I have a collection of mini-vases that I use to display these items. They are the perfect size to hold dandelions gone to seed or hydrangea flowers that fell off the plant.

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Pomegranate

2008-11-21T01:00:00.001-05:00

Pomegranate
9" x 12" watercolor - framed
SOLD

You know you are an artist if you wander the produce section of your local grocery store looking for something to paint. I saw this pomegranate on sale for $2.50 and thought that was a bit steep for a fruit that is a lot of work to eat and not very filling. But as I took a closer look, I noticed its not quite round shape and I began to admire its nice red color. Hmm...maybe $2.50 wasn't that much after all...for reference material!

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Familiar Blush

2008-11-19T01:00:00.000-05:00

Familiar Blush
9" x 12" watercolor - framed
$100

I love the little blush of red that sometimes appears on green pears. I had the idea that cranberries would "pair" nicely with one of these blushing pears because of the common color and similar shapes. So I tried the combination on my kitchen table and a painting was born.

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Leaf Series

2008-11-16T16:00:00.001-05:00

Leaf series
3 original framed watercolors - each 10" x 8"
$500 for entire series

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Single Beech Leaf
Leaves with Grass
Leaves with Helicopters

Leaves with Helicopters

2008-11-14T01:00:00.001-05:00

Leaves with Helicopters
10" x 8" watercolor - framed
$200

The last in my series of leaf pictures created from leaves I picked up during my autumn morning walks. This time in addition to leaves I found some helicopters - at least that's what we called them as kids. I remember throwing them up in the air and watching them twirl around as they fell back to the ground. One of the simple pleasures of fall for a kid, right up there with jumping in leaf piles.

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Leaves with Grass

2008-11-12T11:48:00.001-05:00

Leaves with Grass
10" x 8" watercolor - framed
$200

More treasures from my autumn walks. This time I picked up the fuzzy top from some decorative grasses. I love feeling the texture of this grass between my fingers and how the colors of it echo the russet and gold of the leaves.

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Single Beech Leaf

2008-11-10T01:00:00.001-05:00

Single Beech Leaf
10" x 8" watercolor - framed
$200

I love autumn. It is my favorite season. I love the smells, the cool evenings and most of all the glorious color. When I am out taking my morning walks in the fall, I can't resist picking up a pretty leaf...or maybe two...or possibly ten. The golds in this leaf were just changing to browns when I picked it up and brought it home. I wanted to capture these warm colors before they were gone.

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Uncle John's Peppers

2008-11-07T01:00:00.002-05:00

Uncle John's Peppers
16" x 12" watercolor- framed
$300

These peppers were grown in my uncle's fabulous garden. He gave me a bag of at least eight red peppers. I wasn't sure we would be able to eat them all before they went bad, and I didn't want to waste them. So the next best thing? Why painting them of course!! I really enjoyed painting the dark shadows created by this pepper pile-up.

(We did manage to eat them after I got a yummy stuffed pepper recipe from my mom.)

Tranquil Spring Day, Burnside Plantation

2008-11-04T01:00:00.000-05:00

Tranquil Spring Day
14" x 11" watercolor - framed
$160

I painted this after spending a beautiful Spring morning sketching at Burnside Plantation in Bethlehem. I was attracted to the peaceful views and the beautiful variety of greens that Spring brings.

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Crisp

2008-10-31T01:00:00.002-04:00

Crisp
18" x 14" watercolor - framed
$385

When I am looking to enjoy the colors of autumn, nothing beats a trip to the Farmers' Market. This painting reminds me of all I like best about autumn - crisp, bright colors; crisp, juicy apples; crisp, cool nights lit by smiling jack-o-lanterns.

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Detwiller House, Easton

2008-10-27T01:00:00.002-04:00

Detwiller House
16" x 15" watercolor-framed
$385

The Detwiller House is located on the center square in Easton, PA. I am attracted to the elegance and detail of it's architecture and amazed that it exists on a building that is over 150 years old! Some day I would love to save a beautiful, old building and restore it. Until that day comes, I will satisfy my urge by painting them. I hope my paintings reveal their beauty and value to at least one other person who hasn't seen it on their own yet.

A little history...
This building was once owned by Dr. Henry Detwiller (1795-1887). Dr. Detwiller actively practiced medicine for 72 years!

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Updated 1/11/09 with better photos.

Cabbage

2008-10-25T11:59:00.003-04:00

Queen of the Winter Garden
10" x 8" watercolor - framed
$200

The reference for this cabbage came from the Virtual Sketch Date challenge. I was immediately drawn to the beautiful purples and how they work so well with the chalky blues and greens. Combine them with the rich darks and that one sharp white edge and it makes for a great little painting.

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Guardians

2008-10-21T21:00:00.003-04:00

Guardians

16" x 20" watercolor - framed

$270

I often spend time in Bethlehem and have fallen in love with the beautiful stone construction of the Moravian buildings. One warm autumn afternoon I decided to take pictures of the old buildings. During my visit the sun illuminated the front of the Waterworks and the two trees which seem to stand guard with a beautiful golden light. Seeing this I knew it was time to pick up my brushes and do my part to preserve the beauty of this historic building.

A little history about the building...

In 1741 Moravians settled on the banks of the Lehigh River near the Monacacy Creek in what is now known as Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Many of their industrial buildings were built along the creek. This area is referred to as the Colonial Industrial Quarter. One of the buildings located there is the Waterworks. Built in 1762, the Waterworks housed America's first pumped town water system. The building is now recognized as a National Landmark.

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Frequently Asked Questions

2008-10-08T22:51:00.007-04:00

MATERIALS
What materials do you use for your paintings?
I use all professional artist grade materials.

For the watercolors, I typically use Windsor Newton or Daniel Smith watercolor paints and Arches brand 140 lb. watercolor paper. All of the paints have an ASTM lightfastness rating of very good to excellent. The paper is machine molded paper, is made of 100% cotton and is acid-free.

My drawings are done on a variety of acid-free papers using either graphite or compressed charcoal.

What materials do you use for matting and framing?
All of the drawings and paintings are single or double matted with Crescent or Bainbridge matboard. These are quality matboards that have an acid-free core and backing paper. The top of the painting or drawing is attached to the back of the mat using an archival quality gummed paper hinging tape. Attaching it in this matter allows for the natural shrinking and expansion of the paper that occur with changes in temperature and humidity. The adhesive on the tape is acid-free and water activated. The artwork is backed by acid-free foam board or acid-free paper and sealed to keep any dust out. All framed pieces come ready to hang.

PROPER CARE
How should I care for my framed artwork?
With proper care, your purchase can last a lifetime. Paintings and drawings should not be hung in areas of high humidity like a bathroom. They also should be hung away from direct sunlight or harsh artificial lights.

How should I care for my unframed artwork?
Be careful not to touch the surface of unframed artwork since drawings could be smudged or the oils in your skin could leave a permanent mark.

Unframed pieces come single or double matted with Crescent or Bainbridge matboard. These are quality matboards that have an acid-free core and backing paper. The top of the painting or drawing is attached to the back of the mat using an archival quality gummed paper hinging tape. Attaching it in this matter allows for the natural shrinking and expansion of the paper that occur with changes in temperature and humidity. The adhesive on the tape is acid-free and water activated. The artwork is backed by acid-free foam board and packed in a clear, sealed bag for protection.

Typically, the artwork is matted to fit a standard sized frame to make framing easier and less costly. Whether you frame it yourself or elect to have it professionally framed, please be sure to frame the artwork behind glass and use all acid-free materials. When hanging your art, follow the instructions listed in "Caring for my framed artwork".

SALES TAX
Do you charge sales tax?
I am required by law to charge sales tax to residents of Pennsylvania. The tax will automatically be added to your Paypal total. Residents of other states and international residents are not required to pay sales tax.

SHIPPING
What will shipping cost?
For customers living in the United States, shipping is included in the price. If you live outside the US and are interested in making a purchase, please email me so we can discuss shipping methods and prices. My email address is listed in the sidebar on the right.

When will I receive my purchase?
All purchases will typically ship within 3 business days of confirmation of payment. Domestic shipments will ship via USPS Priority Mail and should arrive within 3 - 5 business days.

Will my purchase require a signature for delivery?
All framed works require a signature at the time of delivery. These are original works of art which if lost or stolen can not be replaced.

Unframed works, while still originals, will not require a signature. If you would like your unframed art to be shipped with Signature Confirmation, I will be happy to do so for no extra charge. You can communicate this request in the "Notes to Seller" section of your Paypal transaction.

GENERAL
Am I allowed to make copies of the art I buy?
No, you are not allowed to make copies of the art you purchase. Purchase of a copyrighted artwork does not transfer the copyrights of the artwork. I retain ownership of all rights of reproduction and all copyrights for all the artwork I create.

Are the colors in the images exact?
While I make every effort to accurately represent the color of each piece on the screen, each monitor is different and there is no way to guarantee that you are seeing what I see.

What if I have a problem?
My goal is to have satisfied, happy customers. If you have a problem please contact me by email. My email address can be found in the sidebar on the right.