TREE BY THE ROAD By Cecelia Lyden

acrylic on canvas

24x30

cecelialyden.com

I found this tree in Boiling Springs one early spring afternoon. Is there anything more "lively" than a tree with all its branches and twigs exposed. A friend suggested that I paint the tree as it looked in all the seasons. I thought it was a great idea, but when I went back that summer, the same tree looked like a large lifeless lump--was not inspiring. I may try to find and paint it this fall.

VIEW FROM OUR TERRACE By Cecelia Lyden

9x12

Acrylic on Canvas

Please visit my website.

cecelialyden.com

It's been mighty cold here in Fort Pierce, Fla, but I managed to stay out on the terrace for about an hour to paint these palm trees. It's going to warm up this Tuesday. My paints and canvases are ready to go.

VIEW FROM OUR TERRACE By Cecelia Lyden

9x12

acrylic on canvas

Please visit my website:

cecelialyden.com

This is a small painting I was able to complete before the frigid weather hit Fort Pierce, Fla. this past week. Graceful palm fronds swaying in the wind are both challenging and inspiring to paint. I hope to be out painting some more next week when the weather warms up again.