Rock Star Scenes from the Southwest the hills of California are

the hills of California are carpeted with these showy orange California poppies (Eschscholzia californica)

An exploration into my mosaic series

The only thing missing is lemonade

In the fall and early winter the sandhill cranes make a pit stop in this area along their winter migration to southern Arizona from the western mountain states and Canada

Italy in the heart of Umbria

Rock Star Scenes from the Southwest the hills of California areWatercolor on gallery wrapped canvas 20 x 20 When I am not busy working in the studio I like to spend time outdoors hiking. The trails in the McDowell Mountains near my Scottsdale home are a favorite of mine. Pinnacle Peak is one of the most iconic and recognizable rock formations and this painting is from the area surrounding that popular hiking spot.