Mom is there is watch over her youngster, helping to secure his footing in the sand as well as to keep him safe from running head long into "trouble". So much to learn and so much fun to have! 

Little boys dream of being sailors and enjoy the fun of sand and surf. Here our young fellow launches his sailboat into the in comming wave. A great way to spend a fun summer day. 

Everyone is helping baby with his sand castel and shovel. The fun the family is enjoying is obvious to all... and which one of us has not experienced something similar' 

Nestled at the foot of the nearby mountains, the old desert chapel sits among the cactus and native growth. The modern world with its noise and frantic pace has not intruded upon the peace and quiet of this remarkable place.  

The heat of the desert afternoon has built to its zenith. Yet here in the walled garden peace and serenity abound. The garden though quiet, has taken on a wild nature, pottery neglected, the well bucket filled with tender growth, interesting odds an... 

Down the alley, a poppy begs to be noticed - reaching for the sun and already losing some petals. Summer is too fleeting in the rockies. This painting contrasts the ridgid structure of the building with the wild range of nature. this contrast is a... 

In the Arizona desert, cattle are free range. Scattered about are various watering holes and the ranchers do at times scatter food. These angus peer curiously at the viewer, what could we be bringing them. Although the desert is hot, this is a co... 

The story of spring is announced with the coming of Daffodils. These cheery little faces smile at the viewer with bright and warm yellows, contrasted with the cool blues of the background. 

Columbines abound in Colorado and their color combinations vary greatly. This painting was inspired by the wind rushing through the wildflower fields and blending all these colors.... some real and some exaggerated.  

The contrast of the wildness of the bushes and free form of the blossom with the control and ridgidness of the bricks create an interesting story. No matter how man tries to control his environment, nature is always there to remind us of it's power ... 

Ribbons and bows for the party and the celebration inspired this painting. With its tangle of bright colors one can not help but smile. The nature of pastel is perfect for this idea - colors are moving and blending yet keeping their brightnes alive... 

These mangos face each other and reflect the light of the counter. Each is in its own stage of ripeness. The warm complementary colors of the fruit contrast nicely with the cool blue surrounding. 

This impression of daffodils is fresh and free. The bright white contrasts with the cool blues and acccentuates the warm yellows and oranges. 

It is fall and the air is crisp and clear. The cool blue sky accents the warm yellows, greens and browns of the landscape. Cool shadows move across the sun warmed rocks in this pastel portrait of a quiet hillside in Rocky Mountain National Park inv... 

Water rushing downstream wears away the embankment. This tree has managed to hold the edge...one wonders though for how long. Although the water is going downstream, it is moving to the upper edge of the picture plane. The movement can be "felt" a...