Advent Calendar Days 6 - 12

Here is the second blog with images from this year. Most of them are watercolour paintings. My goal for this year was to finish ten artworks every month. I reached this goal during most months. It helped that I leafed through previous watercolour pads and discovered many unfinished pieces that still excited me. Finishing them felt very energizing. I started almost all of the following artworks during our weekly Painting Buddies Meetings, for which I am very grateful. We meet every week, except when I am on vacation.


While it is often challenging to meet on location due to busy schedules and unfavourable weather, everyone usually finds the time for our weekly creative collaboration. We share a virtual photo album from which we pick the reference photos. We have agreed that we all can use the images in the album for any creative purpose, which is crucial if one of us wants to exhibit and sell any of the works created during the sessions.


It is still amazing how different the results are despite us all using the same reference photos. I am glad for this uplifting group of friends.



Day 6: The Thaw, Petrie Island, watercolour, 7" x 10", unframed, 
CAN $210

I painted this image during a Painting Buddies Zoom session in February 2024. In early March of this year, I finally finished this winter scene of the ice thawing at Petrie Island. I love painting at Petrie Island, which always offers a beautiful retreat from daily responsibilities. Unfortunately, during winter, it is often too cold or wet to paint outside. 

 

The painting captures the change of seasons when winter loosens its grip, and the river breaks up. As the ice melts, it reveals the dark water with the subtle reflections of the surrounding landscape. These are the first signs of winter's end and the promise of warmer days ahead.

Day 7: Red Temptation, watercolour and watercolour pencils, 5.78" x 7.5", unframed, 
CAN $100 

I love the photo of the butterfly I took during my visit to the Palmengarten in Frankfurt, Germany, in April. It is another painting from our virtual meetings. I am delighted with the outcome of the blue butterfly on the bush with the red flowers. To make the wings sparkle, I used a layer of blue metallic watercolour. 

The warm red cluster of blooms attracts the delicate blue butterfly. The bold contrast between the butterfly’s cool, iridescent wings and the warm, inviting blossoms creates a sense of vibrancy, an invitation to pause and appreciate the beauty found in small, fleeting encounters.

Day 8: The Bay Awakens, watercolour and watercolour pencil, white ink, 6.7" x 9.4", unframed, CAN $150

On a sunny day in late April, I went to a bay of the Ottawa River, where ice still covered part of the water. However, I sat in the shade most of the time, and the wind was so strong that I got uncomfortably cold and left after only 45 minutes of painting. I finished the piece with reference photos in the warmth of the cottage. 

The Bay Awakens captures the quiet beauty of early spring as geese glide across a bay still holding onto the last remnants of winter. Pale green water reflects the soft light of early spring, while fragile sheets of melting ice drift gently towards the shore. This peaceful scene marks the subtle transition from cold to warmth — a promise of life returning to the bay.

Day 9: Spring Bouquet with Pink Tulips, watercolour, 7.5" x 11" , unframed, CAN $230

Janis Fulton provided the reference photo for this lovely bouquet. I started this painting in April 2024 and then put it aside because I worried about how to paint the delicate white blooms of the baby's breath.

When I finally went back to the painting this February, I struggled to create the impression of the delicate baby's breath against the powerful tulips and hyacinths. After I finished the painting, I cut part of the background because there was too much empty space. I love how the pink tulips, the delicate baby's breath and the purple hyacinth create a beautiful symphony of brilliant cool colours.

Day 10: Arlo, wool, wool and dog hair, 12" x 9", commission

The needle-felted painting of Arlo underwent many changes. I started the piece after picking one of the reference photos Arlo's owner provided. Unfortunately, colours often vary depending on the light, the camera and the screen settings. When I finally met Arlo two months later, I realized that his fut was much lighter. 

 

After the next grooming, Arlo's owner sent me some of his light fur and a new photo of his face, with his eyes not covered with hair. Unfortunately, it showed Arlo from a different side. However, the changed expression made him look even cuter and happier. I added a layer of his fur on top of the previous wool layers to get a perfect colour match. For a long time, I struggled with the changes to the eyes and mouth. Once I was satisfied, I sent the update to the owner, who loved it. 

We all think of certain poses of our pets that we cherish the most. When I create a pet portrait, I want to capture the pet's personality in a pose the owner cherishes. 
 

Do you want me to capture your beloved pet in wool or acrylic? Please send me a DM, and I will gladly give you more information.

Day 11: Pink Hibiscus, watercolour and watercolour pencils, 7.5" x 5.78", unframed, CAN $100

I started this painting in August 2023, using a reference photo provided by Janis Fulton. I added layers of paint to make the flower more brilliant and filled the background. Hibiscus plants bring so much joy because they continuously bloom from spring to fall, often with several flowers at the same time. The painting is a celebration of the radiant beauty of a single vibrant hibiscus bloom. The vivid hues draw the eye toward the flower’s luminous center, capturing a moment of pure botanical wonder.

Day 12:  Flaming Bloom, watercolour and watercolour pencils, 7.5" x 5.78", unframed, CAN $100

To rest my eyes from computer work, I leafed through a pad with unfinished watercolour paintings and finished this one of a wide-open poppy I love how the open red poppy glows like a flame against the deep, dark green leaves. Janis Fulton provided the reference photo for this artwork.

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Have a wonderful  day!

From Isolation to Connection: The Power of Collaboration

Gift for a Painting Buddy's birthday,
Robert Murrell, Janis Fulton, Kerstin Peters, 2025

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Building Connections in a New Country

When I arrived in Canada, I realized quickly I had to get out of my comfort zone and leave the house to build connections. I could not rely on my husband, who spent most of his days at work or my family and friends in Germany, who were thousands of kilometres away. 

Joining several organizations and getting to know more people was the first step in building connections, but to grow, I needed to collaborate with others. Since I did not shy away from responsibilities, I first became the newsletter editor and the following year the president of the Orleans Newcomers Club. While I already learned a lot about Canadian customs during the hosted club events, I got even closer to the executive members while organizing the club’s activities.

Finding Comfort Through Art

Due to my shyness, collaborating on art-related activities felt less intimidating than other forms of communication, because conversations flowed more naturally while we concentrated on our projects. 


While I had met other artists during the Arteast meetings and events, many of them were already at a different stage of their lives. Nevertheless, I learned much from them, especially from my friend and mentor, Margaret Clyde. 

Canada in Leaf, Canada 150 Arteast project, 
on display at the Nepean Library Centrepointe Branch

Things changed when I met the Painting Buddies through fellow Arteast member Rebecca Dufton. I finally found a group of peers with like-minded interests. Soon after, I joined Hélène Martin and Janis Fulton as the executive of the Galerie de la Rive, where I met even more artists. The exchange of perspectives and the sharing of skills made me feel like my voice was valued. Finally, I felt a sense of belonging in my new country. 

 

Kerstin Peters, Janis Fulton, Hélène Martin

 

New Doors Opening

Stepping in for a friend at Bob MacQuarrie Complex daycare unexpectedly opened the doors to offer courses in German and art at the facility and later at François Dupuis Recreation Centre, where I have been teaching art classes for children since 2011, with the support of my fantastic supervisor, who has always been open to my ideas and suggestions.


Opportunities often came from unexpected places. When my children reached Sunday School age, I began teaching at Resurrection Lutheran Church. I not only got to know the other children, but also their parents. Years later, some of these parents asked me to offer a painting course at the church. 

Growth Through Leadership and Shared Experiences

25 Years Plein Air Ensemble Exhibition, 
vernissage March 26, 2015 with Royal Galipeau

Each step forward opened new doors. Five years after my first painting trip with the Plein Air Ensemble, Hélène and I became the co-coordinators of their spring and fall trips and the group’s successful 25th Anniversary Exhibition. We later stepped down when I began teaching German to Government of Canada employees through Graybridge, but the experience had already enriched my creative and professional path. 

Once I decided to transform my hobby into a career, I joined the Women’s Business Connection in Orleans, where I met many businesswomen and learned from their experiences. Again, I took over a position in the executive and grew closer to some of the members. The monthly meetings motivated and inspired my personal growth and business focus, leading to new collaborations. 

Yoga and Art Retreat with Jackie Leduc (second row left)

After attending a business workshop together, Jackie Leduc and I hosted a successful day retreat combining yoga and painting — a beautiful example of creative synergy.


Not every collaboration worked out as hoped. A successful partnership requires shared goals and values. However, when skills and perspectives complement one another, it is a win for everyone. 

Blending Passions and New Possibilities

 

Learn German Through Art, image from a class with Helena Guzmán

 
The COVID-19 pandemic made collaborations even more crucial. To stand out among instructors, I combined my German and art skills to create my Learn German Through Art program, which uses drawings to anchor new material and make learning more fun and easier. These combined skills led to new opportunities for workshops and demonstrations.

Levanta online magazine, featuring Kerstin Peters

More recently, I have worked with  Helena Guzmán on several projects, including creating workshops, being featured in her online magazine, Levanta, and updating my website. We share a love for art, languages, similar roots and immigration experiences. The joint projects have brought us even closer. We respect each other and support each other’s businesses. The brainstorming and realization of ideas have built trust and mutual appreciation for our work. 

The Joy of Shared Growth

Collaborations transformed my isolation into connection. Each partnership has helped me grow as an artist, teacher, and person. I love learning from each other to grow together. Every time I work with someone, I appreciate their opinions and support. My students, whether adults or children, challenge me to keep learning, exploring, and giving my best to inspire and guide them to discover their creativity.



Collaboration is a catalyst for growth. What small step can you take this week to collaborate with someone and create something new together?

30 Years in Canada: A Journey of Growth, Adventure and Creativity

End of the Season, watercolour and watercolour pencil, 6" x 12"

March Blog



When you read this blog, I will be in Germany to visit family and friends. It will be a milestone trip because 30 years ago, I cleaned out my apartment to move to Canada with my then-fiancé Ingo. My decision was a big shock for my relatives and friends (especially my parents and sister) because I had never mentioned any desire to move away from Germany, definitely not to a country on the other side of the ocean.


I remember how unreal everything felt when I left the office for the last time, surrounded by well-wishes and promises to keep my colleagues updated. We were busy saying goodbye and spending as much time with family and friends to hold on to our memories.


Cleaning out my apartment was a time-consuming task. I packed most of my belongings for storage - aside from two suitcases with clothes and some necessities. Ingo, on the other hand, had hardly any belongings to pack in his furnished apartment.


I remember one visit in the frantic days before our departure when I drove to my parents in tears, feeling overwhelmed and questioning the decision. We planned to stay in Canada for six months to see whether we wanted to build our lives there. I guess I didn't truly consider the possibility of moving forever. I saw it as a big adventure after living a mostly uneventful life. Most of the time, I couldn't imagine the big adventure ahead. The reality only crept in once I had time to think about my situation.


I will never know how the story would have ended if we had returned to Germany in the fall of 1995. However, I will look at my decision not only through the rearview mirror. I will share how our decision has affected my relationships and compare the quality of life in Germany and Canada. My priorities have changed over the years, and so has the view of my art.


I have already written twice about different aspects of my immigration journey. If you want to learn more, I recommend diving into my 2016 and 2020/2021 blogs. They show my struggles and triumphs in creating a new life in a different country and inform you about many German traditions.


Here are some suggestions to start:

https://kerstinpeterspaintingblog.blogspot.com/2016/01/first-impressions-of-canada.html

and

https://kerstinpeterspaintingblog.blogspot.com/2020/04/my-immigration-journey.html.

I reflect on my 25 years in Canada in the following blog: https://kerstinpeterspaintingblog.blogspot.com/2021/08/reflection-on-my-25-years-in-canada.html. I am excited to explore if and how my opinion has changed in the past five years.


For now, I will finish this blog by celebrating my friendships with my Canadian artist friends, who have been there for me for the past 25 years. A special thank you goes to my Painting Buddies. We have influenced and supported each other for almost 20 years in our creative endeavours and through highs and lows in our private lives.

Overjoyed and Inspired

Watercolour painting, Alfred Bog

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October has passed in a flash. We experienced unseasonable mild weather, with temperatures reaching the mid-twenties at times. With the mosquitoes gone, it has been a marvellous time to paint en plein air. Janis and I went out twice to Petrie Island and visited Mer Bleue and the Humanics Institute Sculpture Park, all in the East of Ottawa. Our friend Bob joined us for the outing to the Humanics Institute, the only outing where I was glad to wear a winter jacket. We even could have worn gloves because, despite the sunshine, the wind was cold.

watercolour paintings (the top left one is unfinished)

At Mer Bleue, it was so hot at the beginning of this week that I removed my shoes and folded up my jeans while painting. Hopefully, we will catch further sunny days before winter arrives. Up to ten years ago, we went out even in severe cold. Now, we think twice about heading out in minus temperatures.

I also created quick sketches during my first visit to Mont Tremblant and the Alfred Bog.

pencil sketches

At the moment, we have another visitor from Germany. So far, I have shown her Petrie Island, the Humanics Park Sculpture Park, and the area around Rideau Canal. I feel blessed for nature’s beauty and the mild temperatures we have experienced during most of October, for fresh discoveries and visits to beloved places. Every time, the view is different; each time, I am overjoyed and full of new inspiration.

Romantic Comedy, Ottawa Little Theatre, pencil sketches

 

I drew many sketches during the recent Ottawa Little Theatre production, Romantic Comedy. I also met my Painting Buddies virtually for an hour each week to create art together. However, I fell short in my daily drawings because I was too busy spending as much time as possible outside. I will offer you the conclusion of my daily drawings project in my blog on November 29, 2024.

watercolour and watercolour pencil, unfinished except for the bottom right one

 

markers for the top left and bottom right one, watercolour pencils for the rest

 

 

I wish you a month filled with wonder and creativity!

 Check out my upcoming workshops on my website. 

Painting Buddies

 

 

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Meeting a fellow Arteast member at an exhibition and discovering that we both loved dogs and lived only minutes from each other in parallel streets was the turning point in finally making lasting friends in Canada. She invited me to her property for the next meeting with a local group of painters. I joined the Painting Buddies (as we call ourselves) for the first time in the fall of 2007. We have become close, have travelled together on painting trips and have supported each other not only in our art careers.

 

 

 

Since 2007, some members left the group, and others joined us. We have some casual members. Since the start of the pandemic, Leslie Lambert has joined our core group of Janis Fulton, Hélène Martin, Robert (Bob) Murrell and myself.

 

 

When everything shut down in mid-March 2020, I realized fast that I needed my friends more than ever. I started to organize several weekly meetings with friends (all of them are still ongoing). One of the weekly get-togethers was with my painting friends. At first, we only talked about the changes due to the pandemic. However, after I spoke about my sketch-a-thons with the New York City Urban Sketchers, we realized we could also spend the weekly time creating art together.

We have been meeting ever since to paint and draw while chatting. We use photos from our shared Google Photos album with the understanding that these photos are free for everyone to use for any art project. Every week, we pick an image to capture with any medium and size.

Janis and Bob have painted in oil for many years and sometimes still do when we paint outside together. However, while sitting in front of our computers, Janis, Bob and I see our sessions as practice, having fun exploring different mediums. We discovered the ease of watercolours as they are lightweight and offer easy cleanup. We have experimented with watercolour pencils, gouache and ink. 

At the end of the hour, it is always fascinating what everyone captured and how different each artwork is. Janis and Bob usually don't touch their pieces after each session. Leslie, Hélène and I like to take our time and often spend a couple of hours finishing the paintings. 

Hélène painted with oil paints for many years but has since transitioned to watercolours. Looking at her art, you can see that she found her unique style.

 

 

Leslie is an accomplished watercolour and oil painter. She has the most experience with watercolours of all of us and is always willing to share her expertise.

Our weekly meetings have strengthened the friendship between us. We love that we can still meet Hélène even though she moved to Nova Scotia. We are independent of the weather and don't have to change plans at the last minute to take advantage of a beautiful day. While most of us are retired, reconciling our schedules is challenging.

We still love painting en plein air and go whenever possible. There is a magic about being surrounded by nature and seeing each other in person that virtual meetings cannot replace.



To learn more about the Painting Buddies and their art, check out their websites:

https://galeriehelenemartin.ca

http://www.janisfultonart.com

http://www.robertmurrell.com

https://www.kerstinpeters.ca

Leslie doesn't have a website.

 

Thank you to Janis, Hélène, Leslie and Bob for sending me photos of their art and allowing me to share their work in this blog. I treasure our friendship and all the good times we have shared together.

The Pleasure of Painting with Friends

 

Fall Leaves, watercolour, watercolour pencil, white ink, 5.8" 7.5"

 

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I spent the week at the cottage. It was supposed to be my annual painting week with some of my Painting Buddies. However, this week didn’t go as planned.

 

Leaf Study, watercolour and watercolour pencil, 8.3" x 11.7"

After a weekend with my husband and dog, my first friend had planned to arrive on Monday morning. However, on Sunday, she let me know that one of her family members had COVID and she wouldn’t come.

Marigold Bouquet, watercolour and watercolour pencil, 7.5" x  5.8"

We were both disappointed. I had my acrylic paints with me and was eager to paint outside. Luckily, I also had my watercolour paints and several paintings from an outing to Petrie Island and our Zoom meetings with me. I made the best out of the situation: I went for long walks with Ingo and Shadow before finishing at least one painting a day.

 

Fall at Petrie Island, watercolour, 11.7" x 8.3"

We were glad the deer hunting season had not started so we could enjoy relaxing walks through the fall forests and fields. Most of the trees had lost their foliage, but the rost brown leaves of the oak trees and the green moss still provided some colour.

 

Blowing in the Wind, watercolour and watercolour pencil, 7.5" x  5.8"

During the night of Sunday to Monday, we had some light snow, which was almost gone again in the morning. However, two nights later, it snowed a couple of centimetres, so we awoke to a white landscape on Wednesday.

November Leaves, watercolour, 11.7" x 8.3"

My Painting Buddies Sharon, Bill and Bob came after breakfast. We had so much to chat about. The wet snow and lack of sunshine did not inspire us to go outside. Instead, we arranged ourselves inside and painted the view of the river from the cozy warmth of the cottage.

Breezy Afternoon at the Beach, acrylic, 10" x 8"

Bob stayed, and we finally painted en plein air on Thursday, the last day of our stay. At first, we had a great time. It was still cold, but we wore winter gear, and the sun came out and warmed us. However, grey clouds and fierce wind quickly moved in. After about two and a half hours, we returned to the house because we were freezing.

November Beach, acrylic, 10" x 8", unfinished

More than 15 years ago, we would not have hesitated to paint outside in above-zero temperatures. I still remember a day when Janis and I went painting en plein air in – 20 degrees and heavy wind. In retrospect, I don’t know how we managed to do it. It was brutally cold, and we never repeated this experience. It was so frigid that our paint was stiff and our feet and hands frozen despite heating pads. We were determined to make the most of the painting day. We both had small kids, and a painting trip meant precious painting time we didn’t want to waste, but that day, it wasn’t fun.

Nowadays, we have other priorities. We still love to paint together but don’t feel we need to prove ourselves to the others. We respect each other, cherish our friendships and enjoy time together. Plus, after 20 degrees last week, our bodies need more time to adapt to the sudden change to snow and temperatures closer to freezing this week, especially with a lack of sun and heavy wind.

Looking back at the week, I am thankful for the time spent with my friends, enjoying ourselves and painting without pressure.

Do you prefer to create art alone or with others?

Creativity on Vacation

 Wild White Roses, watercolour and watercolour pencil, 5.8” x 8.3”

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I spent the last week at the cottage. First, our children visited with friends, including a puppy. Then, my husband’s siblings with their families came. While I love the lively company around the table, I need alone time. When the others left to spend the day on the beach or hiking, I set up my supplies on the patio, pressed start on my audiobook and started painting.


During the slower summer months, I always attempt to finish some artworks from previous outings or painting sessions. Therefore, I brought a pile of unfinished watercolour paintings from my Zoom sessions with my Painting Buddies and one from my visit to Ripley’s Aquarium in Toronto, which my daughter and I had wanted to visit for years. 

I finished five paintings and created the image of a soft-boiled egg for the topic of my least favourite food for the Creative Summer Project. 

For the Creative Summer Project, I post one subject on my Facebook page every Tuesday to inspire you to express your creativity. Sometimes, it will be an object, other times an interpretation of a mood, sound or situation. You can use any medium and style to participate.


When I was younger, I could spend hours lying on the beach. Nowadays, I enjoy some time in the meditative mood of the softly moving water when I am not swimming. Sometimes, I bring a book, but usually, I feel the urge to capture an object that interests me or the mood of the day. I never get enough of the clouds and light reflections on the water, even though we spent our one-week summer vacation of the last fifteen years at the same spot. The results from this trip are a lifesaver on a pole and Wednesday's sunny sky. As a bonus, I drew my youngest niece during her nap.

I also created a quick sketch of my husband fishing, with our daughter and our dog Shadow keeping him company. Capturing Shadow was especially tricky because he raced happily between my husband’s spot and mine on a rock on the other side of the little bay. Watching him and his joy for life always makes me happy.

Do you finish all your projects immediately, or do you have a pile of unfinished projects waiting for your attention?

I invite you to my Creative Connection for Artists and Crafters at https://www.facebook.com/groups/creativeconnectionforartistsandcrafters if you long for a supportive and inspirational community.

Advent Calendar Days 17 - 23

 

 

Advent Calendar Day Day 17

Have some Fruit!, wool and mixed fibre, 8.75” x 11.5”, CAN $ 400

This fruit still life is a re-creation of the acrylic painting with the same title. While I had no problem with the watermelon and plumes, the bananas were challenging. For the longest time, I was unhappy with the form and colour. It took a lot of mixing and layering colours until the bananas finally looked real.


When I held up the artwork online to show it to my daughter, I realized a triangle where the yellow and pinkish red background meet. In the reference photo, the shadows create a dark triangle. In the felted piece, the eye got stuck in that shape.


I decided to change the colour to yellow. Unfortunately, I did not take a photo of the artwork before I made the change, but you see the dark triangle in an earlier stage of the creation.

 

 

 Advent Calendar Day Day 18

Pumpkins and Plumes, wool and mixed fibre, 7.5” x 11.5”, CAN $400

This painting is the result of the felting workshop I offered, Ready for Pumpkins. It took me a while until I was happy with the colours of the background, the part of the painting that seemed to be the easiest.

  Advent Calendar Day Day 19

 

Fall Bouquet, watercolour and watercolour pencil, 11.7" x 8.3"

At the end of October, my husband and our dog, Shadow had booked another week at the cottage. Two of my painting buddies, Janis and Bob, wanted to join us for the first painting trip in three years. We were excited because we wanted to go painting while Ingo went hiking. Shortly before the trip both got sick. We were all disappointed.


Ingo invited a friend to go motorcycling for the weekend after the cancellations. To my delight, his friend brought a beautiful arrangement of flowers from his garden that I could not resist painting.

 Advent Calendar Day Day 20

Rolling Fields, watercolour, 8.3" x 11.7"

This watercolour painting is the first work from the painting outings with my friends Janis and Bob in the Whitewater Region. At the Westmeath Scenic Lookout., we found painting opportunities in all directions. Full of enthusiasm, I decided to use my acrylic paints, only to discover that I had left them in a closet at the cottage. Luckily, I had also packed my watercolour equipment. In the warming sun, sheltered by the hill with the lookout gazebo, I painted the fields with the Ottawa River in the distance.

In the studio, I added another layer of colour to some areas to make the painting more vibrant. 

 

 Advent Calendar Day Day 21

Marigolds, acrylic, 9" x 12", CAN $300


Shortly before Thanksgiving I decided to paint our marigolds outside on a sunny day. The flowers that look like little suns cheered me up the whole summer.


It was my first acrylic painting of the year because I couldn’t reach my studio in the basement due to the injuries from my accident. Therefore, I used only watercolours for painting because there was less chance of ruining the floors or furniture with paint splatter.


I combined different views as I couldn't find one spot where the slowly withering flowers created a pleasing composition. Outside I used Golden Open Acrylic for the painting. In my studio, I added some more texture with Heavy Body paints. 

 

 Advent Calendar Day Day 22

 

For Day 22, I didn’t pick one artwork but two collages of small pieces I created during the our weekly virtual meeting with my Painting Buddies. Since the start of the pandemic, our group has met every Wednesday except when I was on vacation.


We paint or draw for an hour a shared photo. When I was house-bound due to my accident at the beginning of 2022, these meetings with my friends brought a bit of normality into my life and helped to keep my spirits up. I am so grateful for my painting friends. Here are some of the artworks I created. Some are more developed than others. I didn’t finish most of them in one hour but continued painting or drawing after the session.


Meeting virtually is not the same as going outside to paint together but the sessions offers different challenges and opportunities. Sharing photos in the group allows for a broader pool of reference photos of very varied subjects which is challenging and fun at the same time. Plus, our friendship has grown stronger over the years due to meeting regularly and our chats while we create art, even though some of the members of the group moved to other cities and even provinces.

 

 

 Advent Calendar Day Day 23

Vibrant in the Sun, watercolour, 8.3” x 11.7”


On one of the last mild days in November, I returned to Petrie Island with my friends. We had trouble deciding on a painting spot because it was very windy and mostly cloudy.

It was challenging to create this painting because the landscape looked boring until the sun broke through the clouds. Unfortunately, it hid behind them most of the time so that I could only catch intermittent glimpses of the brilliant transformation it created. It got so cold that I finished the painting in my studio.



Tomorrow, I will post a special blog so that you get the last image on December 24, 2022.