Roses from my garden this morning for you to enjoy! The pop of red amongst all the green makes me smile💕🌹💕 #gardenroses #redroses #junemorning

Shapes, colors, marks and imaginative play … When I don’t have the stamina to stand at the easel for hours at a time I play. It keeps my creative juices flowing ! How do you keep your creativity flowing? #art #creativity #abstract #play

Both are soft pastel paintings - one is mostly cool tones the other warm Which do you prefer? #art #landscapes

When Peace Gently Breaks Open - In this piece, the quiet of the Smokies reaches its breaking point-not with violence, but with a tender, inevitable release. A stream swells beyond what its banks can hold, water rushing and spilling in a way that feels both urgent and strangely compassionate. #art

When Peace Gently Breaks Open - In this piece, the quiet of the Smokies reaches its breaking point-not with violence, but with a tender, inevitable release. A stream swells beyond what its banks can hold, water rushing and spilling in a way that feels both urgent and strangely compassionate. #art

The soft light in this meadow always makes me pause. I love how spring can hold so many colors at once—gold, green, violet, and sky—yet still feel completely peaceful. This pastel landscape is my reminder that beauty grows when everything has room to belong. Cades Cove GSMNP #art #landscape

In all seriousness, one thing that might be worth doing today: Tell your Reps and Senators to call Adm. Richard Correll, the Commander of U.S. Strategic Command, which controls the nation's nukes, and remind him of *his* unique responsibility to refuse an illegal order.

Lately I’ve been thinking about how a meadow holds its harmony: golden grasses, cool violets in the shadows, fresh greens on the trunks, soft blues in the distance. None of those colors match—but they all belong. People are just like colors of the meadow- they all belong no matter their differences

Introducing my newest soft pastel painting, “Divided Paths, Shared Forest.” This piece began as a quiet moment along the Roaring Forks area of Great Smoky Mountain National Park—a simple trail slipping into the green, then splitting in two. #artistsonbsky #softpastel #landscape

Sunset in Tennessee 💕 Enjoy tonight’s color!

Tonight’s sunset- enjoy💕

Diesel is $4.78 a gallon in southern Virginia gas$2.79

“The ocean stirs the heart, inspires the imagination, and brings eternal joy to the soul.”
— Wyland “Relentless” #Softpastel #art #ocean

Any one else tired of winter? Hubs and I just escaped the north between snowstorms. We are heading towards the Smoky Mountains where one of my paintings is on display this month. The temperature has changed from 20 to low 70’s! I’m looking forward to painting spring in the Smokies💕 #art #spring

Here it comes❄️❄️❄️ One positive note is fresh deep snow quiets the city and gives it a beautiful glow at night. Sharing my watercolor “Central Park Glow” Prints available- www.trailsedgefineart.com/warehouse-op... #art #watercolor #snow

Snowy week ahead so I thought I’d share my favorite painting - this one hangs in our family room. It’s the one painting I’ve painted where I won’t sell the original. I love the frosted trees. I keep reminding myself spring is coming - until then I’ll keep focusing on the beauty of winter. #art

Desert grandeur meets literary reflection in this week’s Pastels and Prose pairing! Inspired by the timeless formations of Arches, 'The Three Gossips' captures the quiet strength and mystery of the desert. I’m pairing it with Edward Abbey’s 'Desert Solitaire’ 📚💙 1/2

My piece’Winter’s Little Hideawy’ is currently on display in Tennessee- Here’s the link to the In Person Green Show for those who would love to see some beautiful art- privatetechgroup.com/collections/... #art

Finished this soft pastel today. “Quiet Winter Morning in New England” I love the sunlight on winter snow covered days and a red barn too❄️🩵❄️

Hey nature lovers! 🌿 Introducing our newest tote bag featuring a magical garden moment - a majestic monarch butterfly perched on a delicate purple flower. Perfect for carrying your farmers market finds or daily essentials while showcasing your love for nature's beauty. Shop TrailsEdgeFineArt on Etsy

Sharing some beautiful flowers, grown by my son. I am willing spring and summer to arrive asap! Tomorrow’s weather is snow with a feels like temperature of -20 Cheers❄️🩵❄️ #flowers

Take a stroll with me through Cedar Breaks, where wildflowers paint the path in yellows and oranges. This pastel captures that magical moment when sunlight filters through the forest canopy, creating a wonderland of color and light. The winding trail beckons you deeper into this peaceful sanctuary.

The raw power of the ocean meets rugged coastline in this dramatic soft pastel seascape from Acadia National Park. Watch as waves crash against weathered granite, creating a spectacular display of nature's force. Deep blues of the Atlantic contrast beautifully with the rusty tones of rocky shore.

River, Soul, Joy- a soft pastel piece of the view from my kayak - I’m looking forward to summer when the lily pads are plentiful and I can listen to the birds and frogs as the dragonflies zoom by💕 Peace and love to you all #painting

National park art and Appalachian history—'Cades Cove' pairs with 'Our Southern Highlanders' by Horace Kephart, a classic about life in the Smoky Mountains. Both celebrate the wild beauty and rich stories of America’s protected places. Love art and books that honor our national parks? Follow for 📚💙

See how “Winter’s Little Hideaway” comes alive on bold red LaCarte pastel paper! Layer by layer, soft pastels create a snowy stream scene; warm meets cool winter light. Honored this piece was juried into the Green Show and will be on display at King Family Library, Sevierville, TN soon. #art

Wishing you joy and peace during these stressful times💕

Wishing you joy and peace during these stressful times💕

Wishing you joy and peace during these stressful times💕

I am going to flood the zone with art today, hoping it will bring some joy into this world. Every few hours I will post more 💕

I am going to flood the zone with art today, hoping it will bring some joy into this world. Every few hours I will post more 💕

I am going to flood the zone with art today, hoping it will bring some joy into this world. Every few hours I will post more 💕

I am going to flood the zone with art today, hoping it will bring some joy into this world. Every few hours I will post more 💕

I am going to flood the zone with art today, hoping it will bring some joy into this world. Every few hours I will post more 💕

I am going to flood the zone with art today, hoping it will bring some joy into this world. Every few hours I will post more 💕

I am going to flood the zone with art today, hoping it will bring some joy into this world. Every few hours I will post more 💕

I am going to flood the zone with art today, hoping it will bring some joy into this world. Every few hours I will post more 💕

I am going to flood the zone with art today, hoping it will bring some joy into this world. Every few hours I will post more 💕

I am going to flood the zone with art today, hoping it will bring some joy into this world. Every few hours I will post more 💕

I am going to flood the zone with art today, hoping it will bring some joy into this world. Every few hours I will post more 💕

I am going to flood the zone with art today, hoping it will bring some joy into this world. Every few hours I will post more 💕

I am going to flood the zone with art today, hoping it will bring some joy into this world. Every few hours I will post more 💕

I am going to flood the zone with art today, hoping it will bring some joy into this world. Every few hours I will post more 💕

I am going to flood the zone with art today, hoping it will bring some joy into this world. Every few hours I will post more 💕

I am going to flood the zone with art today, hoping it will bring some joy into this world. Every few hours I will post more 💕

I am going to flood the zone with art today, hoping it will bring some joy into this world. Every few hours I will post more 💕

My emotions are on fire- super hot rage 😡

Sun shining this morning reminds me of beautiful summer days on the river..until I opened the front door to a blast of arctic air🥶 #art #landscapes #softpastel #contrasts

Hidden Trees... a soft pastel abstract from nature Happy snow weekend! #art #softpastel #abstract

Winter watercolors for you to enjoy! The ❄️storm is coming so we might as well embrace winter fully and enjoy its beauty. I plan on some serious easel time. #art #watercolor #landscapes Trailsedgefineart.com