Sometimes it seems trite to say that my work is inspired by nature. And yet, what an amazing show is on display every time I step outside. I took a walk the other day and photographed some of the changes there have been in a few short weeks. The ripening and bursting of seedpods and the changing color and decomposition of the leaves are signposts of the Fall. Here in Seattle, I can feel the omens of a cold winter in my bones and in the chill at the back of my neck. Today is grey, with precipitation that is a cross between heavy mist and light rain and will most likely last all day. These are times for reflection, for deepening ideas and developing concepts. To look at those blue sky pictures, remember the vivid colors, and try to catch a glimpse of their  essence in the work.

opened lily seed pod

hosta leaves

detail of smokebush leaf