The Heavens Declare new reds and magentas with leaves

reds and magentas with leaves in a variety of green and aqua tones

so pleased with how this painting turned out

the rose -- and paint it multiple times and in multiple ways throughout the week

This painting really came to life as I studied the details on zinnias and tried to paint them in my own contemporary impressionistic way

Whether you enjoy real poinsettias in your home every year

The Heavens Declare new reds and magentas with leavesWhen naming this big beauty, I couldn't help but think of the verse from Psalm 19: 1 that says, " The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands." "The Heavens Declare" seemed like the perfect name and I hope that this painting is a reminder that the sky is constantly giving us a glimpse of the Lord's hand at work that very day! And the next day. And the day after that! If we are struggling to see Him at work in our