"Dahlia"

On top is the photo of the plein air painting on October 15, 2008. Depicted is the dahlia garden of Ray Wilkins a retired KSU professor. We chatted about his diminished prospects for a planned retirement community as the economic meltdown had started. He warned the flowers would all be gone at the first frost. The vase was painted in June, 2009, in the studio.

"Battle Of The Sexes"

The Amazons were a nation of female warriors in ancient Greek mythology. The contemporary battle for power is fought with a laptops, briefcases and lawyers.

"Warriors II"

Russia invades Georgia during the Summer Olympics opening ceremonies. With every war, somebody is making a lot of weapons and money.

"Gifts Of Neptune"