Late Day Stroll

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I drove out west of town the other day, where there are wonderful windbreaks of big old willow trees. It was such a glowing spring day, with the golden light of the evening sun casting long shadows across the new leaves and rich green pastures. You couldn't find cows that seemed more contented, although this one seemed intent on traveling somewhere.

Today we have fresh snow on the mountaintops, and sleet squalls are moving across the valley. The sun is reasserting itself at this moment. Such is May in eastern Oregon.

Cozy Cabin

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We've been so focused lately on getting our home ready for sale, as well as looking at homes for sale in the Portland area, that I'm afraid we're both a little obsessed...or is "possessed" a better word?

Anyway, this little painting I did of a rustic vacation cabin we stayed in a few years ago caught my eye again. The lamp in the window spoke to me about the fundamental meaning of "home"--a place offering not just shelter, but a feeling of comfort, warmth and belonging. Be it ever so humble.

Oregon Country Cottage

Sorry I've been pretty much AWOL from the blog lately, but it has been pretty chaotic around here. Brenda and I have decided to move to the Portland, Oregon area, and we've been very busy getting ready to put our home up for sale. Two days ago we pounded a "For Sale By Owner" sign by our driveway, so I guess we're really doing this!

We struggled with this decision, since northeast Oregon has been home turf for both of us from childhood. And it is absolutely beautiful around here. But new horizons beckon. Oh, and maybe our decision was influenced a little by the fact that two of our three kids as well as our soon to be two year old grandson live in Portland--and they all love it there.

Anyway--to the point of this blog post: Anybody wanna buy a house? OK, let me sweeten the pot. The home sits on 14 1/2 acres of lovely, level, irrigated farmland, right at the edge of the charming little town of Union. You'll have it all: quiet, peaceful and private country living, with the convenience of town just down the road.

There's also another 16 nearby acres for sale if you want to build a dream home or pasture those blooded horses of yours. We've set up a couple of websites where you can see more photos and details: www.oregoncountrycottage.com, and www.oregoncountryacres.com.





The cottage-style home is small but well-built, snug and comfortable. We've done a lot of updating inside.





Here's the sturdy little barn I love. It has showed up in many of my paintings over the years.





We have spectacular views out here. The valley is ringed with forested mountains, including the Eagle Cap Wilderness area.





The home is 2 bed, 2 bath, with a living/dining room, kitchen with nook, as well as a laundry room and bonus room that we use for an office.





The kitchen has a light-filled nook that's great for morning coffee.

If you want to see more, visit www.oregoncountrycottage.com and www.oregoncountryacres.com.

Thanks for letting me use the blog for a bully pulpit!

The Grass is Always Greener

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Caught this fellow looking longingly at the other side of the fence. Guess we've all done that from time to time.

The Tunnel Inspector

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I did a 6 "x 6" painting of this subject a couple of years ago, and always wanted to do a larger version. I finally did it. This painting will be in my "Sit/Stay" exhibition in August at Mary Lou Zeek Gallery.

Feed Tub

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It's always about the light. If you think about it, light is life--we wouldn't exist without it. The morning sun spotlights this humble cattle feeding tub and it is suddenly radiant and alive.

Streambend

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It's an incredibly luminous spring morning as I post this study of my favorite little rippling stream, Catherine Creek. What am I doing inside?!

Quizzical

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Another Winslow for the August show at Mary Lou Zeek Gallery.

Ethereal 8

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Clouds and more clouds.


"Nothing is worth more than this day."

~ Goethe

New Green

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A little barn not far from home. Trees are leafing out and fresh new grass has arrived.

Easy Float

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A beautiful Canadian Goose drifts gracefully along in this watercolor from 2011.

Doorway

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Another Winslow for the August exhibit at Mary Lou Zeek Gallery.

Mission Daffoldils

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Several weeks ago I made a few monotype prints at the Crow's Shadow Institute of the Arts, during their "Monothon" fundraiser. The institute is housed in an interesting old Catholic mission building on the Umatilla Indian Reservation, near Pendleton, Oregon. Daffodils--those early harbingers of spring--were popping up along the building's edge.

Under the Table

Oil on cradled board, 25" x 20"
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Another painting for my upcoming "Sit/Stay" exhibit at Mary Lou Zeek Gallery. I'm having fun working on this in-depth series of paintings on a theme. Here Winslow finds the sun beneath one of my studio tables, where acrylic paints are set out in plastic containers.

I generally keep this blog focused on art, but would feel remiss if I didn't make some mention of the horrific past week in Boston. I'm grateful that the apparent perpetrators are no longer a threat and hope the process of recovery and healing can begin for all those affected by this senseless act. Our hearts and prayers are with you.

Warm Coat

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Yesterday was one of those beautiful sunny days that look perfect from the warmth of a living room. But after stepping out, I quickly ducked back in for a jacket.

At a neighbor's up the road this lovely lady was sunning herself. Correct me if I'm wrong, but I think she's an Angora goat--the kind that produce that famous mohair wool. She was probably glad to have a coat on too.

Ethereal 7

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I've really become aware of the sky these days, now that blustery spring has arrived with its changeable weather.