All summer I watched these little birds frolic at the feeder. I noticed this little guy in the Plum tree, and was a little surprised by the orange coloring. I did a little research, and just as I thought he is a Ruby Throated Hummingbird, however in the non-mating season the male feather color turns orange. He was spectacular in the sunlight. Hummingbirds will rest awhile and I was able to make a few quick sketches and photograph him. It was early autumn, but he was already thinking of heading south. I hope he is warm wherever he happened to land.
This is another painting of the Sonoma California wine country. This is a large painting, 24"x36." Please contact me for purchase information. lindamccoyart@live.com Copyright 2014 Linda McCoy
I was able to get a few reference photos from this gorgeous bird while he was perched waiting to feed. Right behind our deck is a plum tree, the blossoms are a beautiful shade of pink, so here he is, happy for spring to be here.
Copyright 2014 Linda McCoy
This little one is a frequent visitor. Friendly, happy little birds. Fun to watch and fun to paint. This one was perched on our Shepherd's hook waiting for his turn at the feeder. I decided he would rather be on this Iris I found at Fresh Market. Thanks L for the cute title!
Holiday Open House Today, 2:00pm to 5:00pm, at my studio, 209 S. West Street, Mason, Ohio, right across from the Mason Library parking lot. New paintings, and small gift size paintings at stocking stuffer prices! Sign up for Spring classes! Refreshments too, stop by and say hello!
Please join me for an open House at my Studio/Gallery
When: Sunday December 15, 2013
Time: 2:00pm to 5:00pm
Where: 209 S West Street, Mason, Ohio 45040
New paintings, new January Class schedule and yummy refreshments!
Small holiday themed paintings available also!
I was at Art Off Symmes, in Hamilton, Ohio last night teaching a painting class to a great group of students. This was a beginners class, and some had no previous painting experience. This was an acrylic class. They learned to paint the flowers but also the glass, and some even painted water drops They did a great job! Many thanks to Sherry Armstead!
Had a wonderful time on Tuesday night, teaching a make it and take it workshop with the lovely ladies from Echo Church. What a fun, enthusiastic group!