Inspiration Avenue Challenge-Stormy Weather

This may look like a simple storm photograph but it is really a composite of 6 different photos of storms with some trees and clouds added just for fun.  The threat of a violent tornado can leave one feeling very small and insignificant, especially when the only place to hide in the house is the bathtub.

So Artful Challenge-Spring Blue, Green, Pink

I love spring!  In Southern California, spring comes at odd intervals.  I had narcissus blooming in January.  My iris, tulips, and lilacs are budded right now.  The wisteria is in full bloom and has  been blooming for weeks.  I remember living in cold climates and seeing the first crocus bursting through the snow, signaling the coming of spring.  I once visited Shiloh, Tennessee and saw daffodils blooming in February.  I remember thinking how beautiful they were and wishing my own were in bloom back in Missouri.  Here is S. Cal. we don't have a distinct difference between seasons but it's clearly spring when all of my flowers are bursting with color.

Take a Word Challenge-Hats

I wanted to make a beautiful Easter bonnet full of flowers and I still just might do that.  This hat challenge brought out my sense of humor.  Have you ever had something that you felt was absolutely gorgeous, only to wear it and worry that others disapproved of it?  Today, wear something outrageous and dare the others to pucker up their faces in opposition.  Remember, it's not your face that's going to get stuck like that.

Collage Obsessions Challenge-White

My colorful botanical collage inspired me to try one with all white flowers.

Digitalmania Challenge-Botanical Art Journal

After some major computer glitches, I was finally accepted into a wonderful group of digital artists on flickr.  This is the image I posted for my first challenge.