Assorted Fruit-The Inspiration Behind the Painting

I painted this while foraging in my refrigerator for something to eat. The sheer abundance I found was overwhelming. I couldn't choose what I wanted and placed everything that looked good on the table. It made such an interesting still life, that I forgot about my hunger and decided to capture the moment in paint.

Pink Tulips-the inspiration behind the painting

Pink Tulips
Original Watercolor Painting

I was walking in the local park and spotted this cluster of pink tulips just standing by themselves. They were surrounded by some dried leaves and other debris. Since it was a cold day, they just seemed to be heralding Spring and the warm weather to come.

Why I paint flowers.

I was recently asked why I paint flowers. I responded (with a smile) thatI have a black thumb. I am unable to grow anything in my garden except for an occasional weed. After much aggravation, I decided that the only way I was going to enjoy any floral abundance was to paint them. This way I would always have several blooms to come home to instead of the patches of dirt and weeds that now inhabit my garden. I have even envisioned putting my paintings out in the yard and holding a garden party so everyone can see my beautiful flowers! After proliferating my home with my art, I began to get hungry and scrounged around in my refrigerator. Instead of eating what I had found, I discovered the inspiration for my next painting and began to paint fruits and vegetables. Secretly, I hoped that by painting these wonderful things I would not be as tempted to eat them. Unfortunately, I’m sure you can tell that battle wasn’t won. But I sure do enjoy them!