a saturday morning…

My favorite place to spend time in Dover, after One Washington Street, is Adelle's Coffeehouse on Hale Street. It's a short walk from the studio. It has good coffee (and tea), good energy, and gluten-free bagels among its many treats.

Ah…Saturday!

a trip to boston

Ron and I went to Boston on Monday, February 27. This picture was taken in the courtyard at the Boston Public Library on Boylston Street. For some amazing pictures made at this location, check out Ron's blog.

shell dreams

On a cold, windy winter day I dream of sifting through smooth pebbles and battered shells on the beach.

orange and sunshine

Despite the onset of a cold—my first in a long time—I enjoyed meeting Nathalie at the studio this morning and then walking to Adelle's with her for coffee. Such a treat to spend some time with my good friend.

By the time I got home Ron had done the grocery shopping. So I savored this lovely orange and imagined the vitamin C strengthening my immune system. I plan on enjoying my long weekend, cold or no cold!

at the old exeter town hall

A sunny windowsill and gauzy curtains attracted my attention on this cold day. We were in Exeter for the end of the NHSPA photography show. The drop-off date of the show was on my birthday, and the pick-up date was on Ron's. Happy birthday, Ron!

my drawing page

After almost a month of drawing, I have decided to make a separate drawing blog called my drawing page. Please check it out by clicking the link in this post or the link for it in the sidebar area called LITTLE GREEN MARBLE, CONTINUED.

Instead of posting daily, I will probably post weekly—with the intention that I will continue to draw daily. Soon I hope to create a new web location called color works. Stay tuned!

shells and bones

I photographed this stack of shells and bones on the windowsill on the 4th floor landing, just outside my studio.

on the shore

Small craters under the dock mark the spots where water recently dripped. Now ice is just beginning to form on the shore, locking leaves and sand in place.

starting small

This small blank book's pages measure 4 1/4 inches by 5 1/2 inches. It has eight 16-page signatures of regular 20 lb. white paper. My next book will have nicer paper. Being away from the graphic design and printing realm for so long, I don't know any local suppliers, so I'll have to go online for a nice 80 lb. text.

Anyway, I enjoyed sewing the binding with some purple thread that I've had for a long time. I believe it is silk.

As for starting small, it's not just the size of my books. It's getting back into being an artist/craftsman on a part-time basis while I continue my full-time job. I love craftsmanship, and it makes me happy to make things. I have collected some beautiful objects from nature over the years that I hope to incorporate into my books as my skill increases.

a sunny columbus day at undergrowth farm

We enjoyed a picnic and a pleasant walk to a nearby stream. We crossed paths with a praying mantis on our way back to the farm.

nature walk

These pictures are from a late afternoon walk in my neighborhood last Sunday.

a foggy morning in cape elizabeth

Ron and I spent some time on Sunday in Cape Elizabeth, Maine. The fog hung on until late in the morning and added some mystery to this beautiful place.

a little more settled

I have hung some of my photographs and paintings in the studio, and it's looking a little more lived-in. Thanks to Susan S. for the beautiful bells that are hanging near the doorway to welcome me (and you) into this space.

beautiful summer afternoon

The gardens at Prescott Park in Portsmouth are a visual feast. Ron and I stalked butterflies and bees while awaiting a Wednesday night concert.