Shot of Spring

Shot of Spring

6x6, soft pastel

My husband and I used a new system when getting groceries together...we went very early in the day (after all we are very early risers) and each took a small cart with list in hand. We started in opposite ends of the store and met in the middle...it took all of 10 minutes and we were in the checkout line...amazing! Not on my list were these sweet little irises but I couldn’t resist...especially since they were so tiny and fit beautifully in a shot glass! I’m so ready for spring! 

Bird Shot

Bird Shot

6x6, soft pastel

This little brass bird sits on the mantel in my studio. Since I’ve never painted brass before I thought it would be a great little subject...I love this little bird and of course, I like the play on words. 

Two Dollar Shot

Two Dollar Shot

6x6, soft pastel

I couldn’t resist using a couple sand dollars for this piece when I came across them.  They’re pretty tiny so they fit right into the shot glass. It’s a good thing this month is winding down my imagination is pretty well tapped out!

Make Mine A Double!

Make Mine A Double!

5x5, soft pastel

My still life set up is getting a run for its money this month. Just for fun I put a small light behind these two shots of Scotch. I thought they were kind of striking and very monochromatic, worthy of a painting I’d say. When I finish this month I just might have to celebrate with a double (I don’t think I’ve ever ordered a ”double”...but I just might). 

B52 Shot

B52 Shot

6x6, soft pastel

I painted it just because I like the colors. Kahlua, Irish Cream, and Grand Marnier make up a B52...but there’s creme de menthe in this one (love the green).  I really think I should be able to drink my still life props don’t you?  After all the candy and alcohol this month I’ll need to diet for the whole month of February!

Fun fact...the three layers (top to bottom) are the crema, body and heart...and now you know. 😊

Shot Of Convos 2

Shot of Convos 2

6x6, soft pastel

I suspected the previous one might sell quickly and I needed to make sure I had one of these at home  (cuz I like it so much) so I thought I’d paint it again and give it a bit more of a polished look. Believe it or not, I still have these little conversation heart candies. They’re one still life prop that hasn’t been eaten...yet. 😋

Buck Shot

Buck Shot

6x6, soft pastel

I thought this was a clever twist of words for a title...and, I was excited to start painting it. I got up at 4am (typical for a morning during a 31 day challenge). My excitement waned as I realized the only bill I had was a five dollar bill (which has significant differences from a one dollar bill). Fortunately it was a good stand in when it came to color and size and I found an image of a one dollar bill online. Oh how I love the internet!