Too Small to Ride

Too Small to Ride  40x30 oil  sold

Junior Auxiliary of the Eastern Shore for Thomas Hospital, Fairhope AL

When the Junior Auxiliary commissioned me to paint a pasture scene for their children's waiting room in Thomas Hospital, I felt honored and excited!  I knew it had to be serene and calming, with an equestrian "feel" without actually painting a horse!  I could've taken many different routes to achieve the goal, but my heart told me to "take little Ladd and go outside".  That's exactly what I did!  In my front yard was the most beautiful view for the perfect painting.  Yes, I'm a little partial to the adorable little boy, but I couldn't have asked for a sweeter model!

The "Tack Room" should be open in April 2010.

Game Day at Clear Water

Game Day at Clear Water oil on canvas panel 6x6

Lyons Share Gallery

Living next to a polo field has it's advantages when it comes to watching a beautiful sport and getting amazing photos. In the spring, they have matches about 3 days a week. I love to crawl over the fence and watch in amazement how fast most games are executed! In this painting are my neighbors Chip and his son Camp. They love the game and it shows in how they play.