Aloe Shadows European landscapes although widely cultivated for its

although widely cultivated for its medicinal purposes

just outside of the town of Regello

The flower market in Paris along the Seine is a must see for any artist

On a visit to old town San Diego there was an abundance of container gardening this particular summer

This smaller specimen had such amazing contrast and detail on the leaves that I couldn’t resist to paint it

Aloe Shadows European landscapes although widely cultivated for itsWatercolor on cradled board 20 x 10 This beautiful bloom is from my Northern California garden. The bud starts out a deep red and is almost pale pink by the time it reaches full bloom. The petals keep their red edges for a dramatic contrast.