A bit of rain at Tifft Nature Preserve, July 3, 2014

We could feel the rain coming but were sorely disappointed the ensuing drizzle was just enough to distract painting concentration.  Holding the umbrella with one hand and painting with the other is annoying at best. Under umbrella cover are: Sharon Fundalinski, Donna Hale, Kathy McDonnell, Joyce Cromwell, Peggy Walker. Photographer: Joan Shaw

Reinstein Woods Paint out in June

A note from Paulette-I wanted to thank everyone who attended the Reinstein Woods paint-out in June. The sky was clear for only a couple of hours but we enjoyed the lily pond in full bloom and hanging out under the gazebo where we had a light lunch. Many wanted to return again to paint something there they found interesting. And I hope the weather will be better. 
First its Donna Hale at her easel, then Joan Shaw with her oils, Paulette Rozwood with her painting and Betty Foster-Pitts near the building

June 18,2014 Otto Dam and Falls

The creation of the Otto Mill Dam on the east branch of !8 Mile Creek in the mid 1800's provided enough power for a half dozen flour mills. The fieldstone ruins of the Mabee Mill on Slayton Settlement Road still stand as a testament to a once flourishing 'mill district.' After a strenuous morning of painting, a farm to table lunch at nearby Becker Farms beckoned.

June 26 at the Japanese Gardens

Joyce Cromwell

Jean MacDonald

Betty Foster-Pitts

Diane