A little late in the season, here is another springtime painting, this one being more forsythias. I actually reworked it recently, seeing if I could use a paintbrush and not make mud. I feel I succeeded! Do you? 
"TURQUOISE BEADS", original watercolor by Merrie Wicks
"Beyond the Grove" is one of the pieces that will be featured in my artist showcase, Aspenspaces, at Uniquely Natural in Lafayette, CO during August. For details please read their blog and I hope to see you on First Friday, August 7th.
"Crossings", mixed media collage by Merrie Wicks
This is the sixth in this series of six "hints" of Autumn. Denver artist, Lelija Roy, will display a sample of her Aspenspaces series of paintings at the Uniquely Natural Coop (Lafayette, CO) during August. Aspenspaces is an extensive exploration of the changing colors of the aspen grove. Lelija has spent over a year documenting this beauty in many forms of painting expression. This featured artist exhibit focuses on smaller works but also includes a selection of her larger pieces. You can follow her on twitter as @lelija (http://twitter.com/lelija)
36x48 oil on 1-1/2" gallery-wrapped canvas. There is something zen-like in the demeanor of a cow. They are thought of, in most cultures, as a source of food. Most people don't think of them as thinking, emotional beings. And yet there is a wisdom in their eyes, an understanding, and acceptance, of their place in the Universe. Click here for purchase information.
"ROOFTOP GARDEN", original watercolor by Merrie Wicks
It's been so hot that I'm spending some quality time on stilllife paintings. This is a 12x12 oil on canvas of some Granny Smith apples. For more paintings check out the website:
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