A visit to the Arboretum

On a recent visit to Wilmington, I stopped at the Arboretum, one of my most favorite places there. The day was rainy, but the rain was gentle, and I was totally overwhelmed by the beauty of the waterlilies. The koi eluded me; they moved so quickly.
The whole experience almost moved me to tears; it was that beautiful. Here are two of the paintings that resulted.

new favorites

The last ones are always the favorites....these two I really love. The beach towel was at South Beach in Salvo; the flowers belonged to Cyndi McNeill, who graciously lent me the use of her house on Banks Channel at Wrightsville Beach. What a wonderful painting time....

You may find them both at Pea Island Art Gallery in Salvo, which belongs to my daughter, Kim. Check out her new blog at: http://artonhatteras.blogspot.com