After what seems like a little break, I’m back!!! The past few months have been quite hectic, and my husband and I just made a whirlwind move from California to Virginia. But now we’re settled here, and I’m ready to get back into the swing of things. Bring on the art projects!

After I got my art room here unpacked, the first thing I did was pull out my watercolors to paint my mom something special. A year or two ago, I did a watercolor painting for my dad of the ranch he grew up on. It turned out so lovely, and now it graces the presence of their home:

This time, my mother asked me to paint a picture of my grandpa’s backyard. It has been something I have been meaning to do, but have gotten sidetracked. Several months ago, my grandfather passed away, and I knew that this painting was something I needed to do. I will always have a tender spot in my heart for my grandpa and the love he put into his yard. My best memories of him were visiting my grandma and grandpa at their house, going in their immaculate yard, and picking raspberries.

Anyway, here is the finished product:

I think it turned out great, and now my parents both have a watercolor of their homes growing up!