Nifty Piks – Photos and Art

Thisi miniature red corn is a type of Indian popcorn. Harvested in the Fall and displayed on many farm stands, it can be used to make seasonal decorations.

Red and orange are indicative of Fall and its glorious colors.

Squash and gourds play prominent roles in Fall displays at roadside markets. They are always so colorful and intriguing.

The rich reds of Indian Corn are indicative of the Fall harvest.

Indian corn is a standout in the Autumn harvest. Created here with a vintage look.

The tulip fields of Skagit Valley, north of Seattle, create vibrant patterns in spring.

Abundant displays of lavender are found at many of the lavender farms on the Olympic peninsula of Washington in mid-July.

A friend's porch on her farm -- Whidbey Island, Washington.

My cousin, Martha, is a Master Gardener. Here she is in one of her gardens.

A view above the Fauntleroy ferry dock in west Seattle after snowfall.

Memories from my trip to Provence several years ago. I loved these serene places with ancient buildings and trees shading the town squares.

At the Arboretum in Seattle, there is a Japanese garden that is particularly beautiful in the fall with colorful foliage.

Black faced sheep tentatively crossing a path.

This is the tea house in Filoli Gardens in California. This setting was also used in the movie, Heaven Can Wait, with Warren Beatty and Julie Christie.

An autumn landscape with fall colors reflected in the water.

One of the gates separating gardens at Filoli in Woodside, California.

This image comes from Filoli Gardens in Woodside, California. The many walled gardens include interesting gates and doors.

One of the many lavender farms in Sequim, Washington - also known as the Provence of America with its unique climate for growing lavender.

Lavender farm with rows of yarrow & lavender from Sequim, Washington

With the Olympic Mountains as a backdrop, the town of Sequim is well known for its lavender. This fragrant herb thrives in the rain shadow of the mountains and provides colorful vistas to all who visit.

A Northwest landscape of fields and trees, created using glazes of watercolor for rich color.

On Washington state's Olympic Peninsula, the city of Sequim has become well known for lavender farms. In mid-July, the fields are awash in purple and pink lavender plants.

A boat sails past a view of Mt Baker in Washington.

Seattle landmark: the Space Needle.

Tulip fields of Skagit Valley, north of Seattle, form colorful, quilt-like patterns

Pike Place Market in Seattle offers colorful displays of fresh produce.

The tulip fields in Skagit Valley, north of Seattle, provide a colorful landscape for bike riding. This image was used as a wine label for NW Cellars 2006 Sauvignon Blanc as part of the bicycle wine series.

modern apple botanical illustration

a modern botanical illustration of pears

Dancers moving through a waltz.

Dancers in the Seattle dance community moving through waltz, tango and foxtrot steps.

On a vacation through the southwest region of England, I came upon this charming town of Mousehole where many friendly cats lived.

Orchid painting commissioned for a home in Kona on the Big Island of Hawaii.

Seattle view from the Fauntleroy neighborhood overlooking the water, park and ferry dock

From the south of France in Provence comes this periwinkle blue door, the typical color for the shutters & doors of the region. This color harmonizes beautifully with the golden limestone that is the building material of this part of France.

An aerial view of geranium leaves - showing the infinite variety available.

The Conservatory at Volunteer Park in Seattle houses many exotic plants.

Seattle's old district

In downtown Seattle, Pike Place Market provides fresh fish, produce & other homemade items.

Here is a typically Pacific Northwest scene - a ferry transporting passengers to the many islands.

Ferry boat on the Puget Sound in the Pacific Northwest

A view anyone from the Pacific Northwest would recognize: Mt Rainier

A bouquet of bright anemones in an old fashioned bottle focus the viewer's attention on their simplicity & color contrast.

A friend's garden yielded these beautiful, floppy sunflowers. Their size and brilliance light up a summer afternoon.

This iris does not bloom every year, and this time came up amongst our purple and yellow friends.

These hallmarks of spring are growing on a hillside terrace, cheering all who are tired of winter.

This will warm up any room all year round...fuji s5700