Cherries Canvas Print

While growing up, we lived near orchards where we could eat as much fruit as we wanted. All the mothers would prepare fresh pies and turnovers. In fact, we could pick and eat any fruit that was grown so I felt I was really spoiled. This small painting reminds me of my time growing up and the fun we had. Ink and watercolor.

After retiring in 2002, I returned to northern California after living and working in the San Diego area for nearly 30 years. I was born in Auburn, California, and now live in Lincoln. So really, I have returned to the area I grew up knowing. Upon retiring, I re-energized my drawing and painting interests that remained dormant for many years. I now have time to draw and paint, teach art and painting and do all the other things people do once they retire. While I am an amateur painter, learning techniques of drawing and painting is very motivating and as I improve in my artwork, I find it very satisfying. I feel the true measure of the level of my art is when someone actually puts out money to purchase my art. That is a nice...