I got rid of my smartphone some months back because I decided my free time could be used better. I put a journal in my purse so that the next time I had 5-10 minutes, I didn't reach for my phone to check my e-mail or Facebook and used that time to sketch instead. While I really, really miss my phone, I realized I didn't need to have a computer in my hand all day long. What I really needed was a return to creating art, whether making sketches, painting or just having fun playing with paints. Here's a few:

Christmas has come and gone, with nary a snowflake in sight.  Well, maybe one or two, but not enough to stick. I felt a snowy winter scene was in order to remind me of what was to come this winter.

A few months ago, I stumbled across a photograph taken by fellow Michigan resident, "Dr. Farnsworth", and it was a stunner. He graciously allowed me to use his photo for painting (thank you!).  My interpretation is a bit different than his beautifully simplistic and peaceful snowy scene, but I hope I did it justice in his eyes.

I've also posted a few more Autumn scenes in my Sketchbook Gallery.  Take a look if you like.

Happy Winter! (the fun and agony has only just begun)