Studio Alpenglow (AVAILABLE) 8"X8" watercolor In the midst of winter mornings the mountains outside my window glow with warmth and the snowy pastel landscape is a fresh background for vibrant color inside the studio.

Young Wrens (Original AVAILABLE- on tour with Portable Southeast Art Show) watercolor

Huckleberry Chickadee (Original AVAILABLE- on tour with Portable Southeast) watercolor

Young Jays (Original Held in a Private Collection) watercolor

Red-breasted Sapsuckers (Original Held in Private Collection) watercolor

Fairy Flowers (Original Held in Private Collection) watercolor & gouache

Swans At Blind Slough (Original Held in Private Collection) watercolor The swift water and tidal influence creates a open water area in the midst of winter that attracts swans to feed on aquatic plants and roots. The tannin rich water color comes from the adjacent muskegs that drain into this special habitat.

Wormy Huckleberry in Whale Vase (Original Held in Private Collection) In the fall, huckleberry leaves take on a variety of rich tones and the last few berries look a little rough, but I love snipping a branch for our table.

Too Cold Outside (Original Held in Private Collection) 8"X8" watercolor When winter is lasting a bit too long and other regions are posting about spring flowers- our gardens are still frosty, and some too chilly days require a good book and a cup of something warm.

Salmonberry sketch (Original Held in Private Collection) watercolor These watery raspberries relatives are a favorite summer snack of bears and my little boy. I remember baked them into pies and cobblers as a girl, but I think they are best gobbled fresh off the bush.

Winter Company (Original Held in Private Collection) 8"x8" watercolor There is a span in our winter where the landscape seems to have drained of all color and the coziest lively place is in the house chatting over a steaming cup.

Beach Peas and Pods (Original Held in Private Collection) watercolor & ink This species varies from brilliant magenta to purple and fades to soft lavender at the close of the season. The colorful pods are typically hidden in the foliage preparing to seed next year's population.

Porpoise at Ann Coleman (Original Held in Private Collection) watercolor & ink We often walk to this beach access and see coastal wildlife. One summer, we were frequently salmon fishing from shore at high tide and sometimes saw seals. One day, I was surprised to see harbor porpoise incredibly close and enjoy imagining the life that slips right near us on the rocks.

Wild Beach Rose (Original Held in Private Collection) watercolor Sitka Rose or Nootka Rose is a sentimental favorite of mine and the sweet scent fills the coast in certain spots during the summer.

Whales At Five Finger (Original Held in Private Collection) watercolor & ink Whales use pinnacles and islands to channel their catch and I imagine this narrow island has been a favorite supper sport for many whale generations before the historic lighthouse was built in Fredrick Sound.

Red Huckleberry in Huckleberry Blossom Vase (Original Held in Private Collection) 5X7" watercolor Our wild huckleberries come in cousin varieties and this pink/red type has very appealing soft green leaves and makes a delicious jam. The vase design is inspired by embroidery designs.

Rose Hip Sunset (Original Held in Private Collection) 8X10" watercolor Our treehouse cabin provides serious sunset views on late summer nights and I occasionally bring home a snippet from the garden or a hike to enjoy like this rose hip.