Summer Flower Paintings
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Summer Flower Paintings

The studio has been a busy place this summer as I have been working on a new collection of paintings along with commissioned works.

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Spring Garden Floral
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Spring Garden Floral

The early spring garden is now dressed in shades of pink and white as our cymbidium orchids, anemones and camellias take the stage. They are lovely in the landscape but also make beautiful cut flowers for arranging!

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Styling an Easter Table
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Styling an Easter Table

Its almost time for Easter! The garden is filled with fresh flowers and the days are warm and beautiful. I'm now styling an Easter table and have used a palette of soft greens and shades of white to complement the floral centerpiece made from garden blooms.

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Flower Spotlight:  Ranunculus
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Flower Spotlight: Ranunculus

Ranunculus flowers, also called Persian Buttercups, provide stunning blooms in early spring when the weather is still chilly and moist. Boasting a mass of chiffon-like petals, the multicolored flowers are always a favorite for spring weddings and floral arrangements.

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Winter Decorating with Dried Hydrangeas
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Winter Decorating with Dried Hydrangeas

The winter months are quiet as I prepare the garden for spring and await the first blooms of the season. It is always a challenge to keep the vases filled until the garden starts to produce flowers for cutting, so I often use dried or artificial flowers this time of year.

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Season's Greetings
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Season's Greetings

Wishing you all a happy holiday season filled with peace and joy...

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

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