We Pacific Northwesterners make the most of the sun when it appears this time of year. Today is gloriously sunny after a record rainfall earlier in the week, time to take pictures of the maples in front of the house before they drop the rest of their leaves. These next two photos are looking up and looking down at the same tree:
And while the sun is out, time to walk down to the water (which is really high today), past this little guy:
This next one shows the underwater plants and reflected trees in the estuary below our house:
On my way back into the house after taking these snapshots, I noticed that the lower angle of sun -- are we really turning the clock back in just a few days! -- gilded my quilt aptly titled "Light" that hangs near the front window, casting architectural shadows:
Last week, I photographed Rosemary's winter pansies -- she has baskets full of them brightening her balcony:
Time for me to switch to fall colors in my coiled fabric baskets ...
... and here is some cotton that I just painted in the colors of fall leaves and blue sky. I may go back over it in select areas to give it more depth before I use it in my art:
But I saved the best for last. Here is
Bunners snuggled in Julia's arms, all safe and cozy:
Isn't he the
CUTEST THING?
I really think he needs his own Facebook page.
Have a colorful day!
