31 Jan 2011

Pottering On

Can't wait, its feeling oh so that much closer to Spring and all it holds. Drew these pots in a friends' greenhouse while it was getting fixed after the snow bought all the panels in. Was meant to be helping but got distracted by all these cacti in their terracotta pots. Only very quickly painted afterwards, but it got me all excited about the planting plans and ideas that are shortly to be put in place. Also just started a fascinating book about the 'Secret Life of Plants' by Peter Tompkins. Written back in the 60's but still relevant. Makes me think twice now about how I talk and deal with plants. A must read for anyone who is even vaguely interested in plants.

7 comments:

  1. It's exciting isn't it?! We have autumn planted garlic that's already three inches high :-) Nice sketch!

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  2. Great sketch and your excitement is contagious.

    Thxs for your recent comments on my blog.

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  3. I love winter, but I also love spring... and it could not come soon enough (we're awaiting for another snow storm again)... Love your drawing, the colours are so soft and fresh, just like how I imagen spring in colours. Lovely sketch!

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  4. Way to "potter!" Lovely sketch . . . I am craving spring with a vengeance!

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  5. Your comments probably go to your moderation page even though they are your own. Lovely work. Looking forward to more.

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  6. Very nice spread on the pages =) Nice subject! Reminds me of my mom's work at the backyard

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  7. I love the abundance and hope these pots represent. they're beautifully rendered.

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