We usually think of “texture” as a device to explain the surface qualities of the forms and planes in our painting. But texture can play an important part in composition, in various ways. “Black Willow,” (above: watercolor on rag drawing paper, 22” X 30”) is […]

This morning, we saw 4 large flocks of geese heading north for the summer, a beautiful sight! We also saw our first red winged blackbird. We speculated, hearing their loud honking voices, about what they were talking about. We wondered whether they were making plans […]