Irises, tulips and Dr. Seuss flowers

I love irises. I went to draw them at the Missouri Botanical Garden. It was so relaxing to sketch flowers. I want to find out the name of these poofy ones. They look like something Dr. Seuss would have drawn.

Coffeehouse sketches

We have a bunch of gifted musicians and songwriters at church, and they give coffeehouse concerts regularly. I made these sketches at the one in April. What a wonderful evening, to listen to great music and draw!

Challenge 250--something I got for free

I had a coupon for a free cup of tea from Border's, so I used it and also drew some of my fellow beverage drinkers.

challenge 245--something "October"

The fall colors this year are incredible. While I sat across the street and painted this, my elementary-school-age neighbor saw me and came out with her art supplies and painted with me. It was fun.

I should probably refine this a little, but I might not. I didn't draw anything first--just went at it right away with paint.

Sketching at the zoo--challenge 183--something dangerous

I took an afternoon to sketch the animals at the St. Louis zoo. It was a gorgeous fall day and I had the most relaxing time. This counts for challenge 183: draw something dangerous. As I drew the lions, I wondered if they were sizing me up for a possible dinner.

Plein air painting, Babler

Last month I went out painting with the watercolor society. It was a wonderful morning of painting.

challenge 231--a junk drawer

Isn't it comforting to know that most people have a junk drawer and that it isn't just me?