The Iris Farm (2013), 9 x 12 in.

It feels so good to be painting again.  This is actually a painting I have had sketched for a long time...I had forgotten about it and found it recently when looking for a blank canvas.  This painting is based on another of my sister's gorgeous iris photos--I've painted two others Irises II and Irises III.  I just love painting irises because of the rippling, lacy shape of their petals and their vivid, varied colors.  This scene in particular was appealing to me because of the multitude of blooms and colors!  I want to visit this iris farm myself!