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In a Quiet Moment

Posted on February 6, 2025 by Sarah Sullivan

I like this portrait of my husband. I captured his pensive look and quiet mood, perhaps because I was able to work live for the first 15 minutes or so. I drew the big shapes quickly with red pastel chalk … Continue reading →

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Morning Beach Walk

Posted on January 31, 2025 by Sarah Sullivan

Early morning beach walks are a delightful part of a seaside vacation. This one is a gouache painting on a 9 x 12 Colourfix sheet of pastel paper.

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Chess by the Sea

Posted on January 18, 2025 by Sarah Sullivan

The sky was darkening, but the chess players were undeterred.

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Happy Holidays to All!

Posted on December 24, 2023 by Sarah Sullivan

Sending the warmest of holiday wishes to each of you, readers, bloggers, fellow art enthusiasts, family, and friends across the globe. May the new year bring peace, fulfillment, and great painting fun to all!

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Yoga Poses for People and Trees

Posted on September 24, 2023 by Sarah Sullivan

Kate Sessions Park overlooks the bay and turns out to be a wonderful setting for both painting and yoga. I went to the park to paint a landscape but got distracted by a group of yoga enthusiasts. They were limber … Continue reading →

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Beachcombing at Night

Posted on August 21, 2023 by Sarah Sullivan

Another from my recent beach series. In this one, I strove to capture the feelings of mystery and beauty that being on a beach at night brings. Additionally, I continue to explore the patterns that artificial light makes at night.

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Happy Birthday David!

Posted on August 15, 2023 by Sarah Sullivan

May your light shine ever brighter and illuminate your way, whether you are crossing a beach with your iPhone or the space that leads you to your dreams!

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