We used to have a honeysuckle plant climbing up a trellis at our old farmhouse…when it bloomed it gave off the loveliest scent ever!...

Yes, lavender is considered an herb, but it is also a flowering plant, therefore it fits with my Flower Series. I love that I can make up...

This is more of an abstract sweet pea, but it kinda fits Saturday’s vibe 🙂 #illustrationavenue #art #sweetpea #floral #flowers #Watercolor

The reference picture for this painting was from Pinterest, so I’m kinda questioning if it is, indeed, a peony. But it is pretty...

Roses are such a delicate and difficult flower to paint. I’m not overly fond of this flower but I do acknowledge its widespread appeal...

Last spring I was obsessed with forsythia. I’m not sure how many illustrations I posted of this cheery flower… The painting above was...

Another flower essential to spring that I’ve been hinting about…daffodils 🙂 I’ve seen some daffodils popping up around town, especially...

Sunday’s flower should be a more gentle, soothing variety, and I think lilacs fit the bill 🙂 #illustrationavenue #challenge #floral...

A friend of mine is getting married, and that is always a good excuse to paint some cards! These florals are largely based on some of...

I saw these wonderful stem flowers on Pinterest in delicate glass vases, and was thusly inspired to paint these flowers. Not sure what...

I didn’t know what magnolias were before last spring (and the rising popularity of Chip & Joanna Gaines’ empire). I remember driving down...

Happy Monday! Today’s flower: delphinium (aka Larkspur). We’re experiencing another bout of snowy weather here! The sun is peaking out...

Hello Sunday. I like that today’s flowers are hydrangeas. Aren’t they perfectly soothing to look at? And Sunday is a day of rest. It’s a...

Dahlias are flowers that belong in August. Maybe it’s the warm hues of the petals that are reminiscent of hot summer days. I miss summer....

Just to improve up my floral painting skills (and to maybe accelerate the coming of Spring), I’m doing a 30 Day Challenge! All flowers...

Hello again! Hope you’re doing well! Here’s a quick picture of some art I’ve been working on lately. I love the warmth of this snapshot I...

Just thought this sprig of lavender was beautiful! #illustrationavenue #plants #photography #simple #floral #inspiration #lavender

So this is a bit different! This painting started out as a quick sketch that sat on my desk for a week. I just had to finish it, though,...

#illustrationavenue #art #handlettering #design #cute #summer #color #illustration #floral #Painting #inspiration #Watercolor

Oil painting has intrigued me for quite awhile, and I’m proud to say I’ve finally done it! 🙂 Here’s the verdict: oil painting is a rich...