Portland

I just spent a wonderful week out with my best friend in Portland, Oregon. Portland, for those who have not been there, is pretty much equivalent to Ireland and Scotland (in terms of weather) but very liberal, filled with lots of quirky shops, unique looking people, loads of beards, dreads, you name it. It did rain the entire time I was there however, it was the perfect weather for long cups of tea, and snuggles on the couch. I felt so relaxed, slept a bunch, saw a WONDERFUL Chris Pureka show (www.chrispureka.com) was introduced to a new band Horse Feathers, and enjoyed a show by Folk & Spoon while there. We also took a calming walk through the Japanese Gardens (see the mini watercolor) and had a dance party (see the dancing sketches) and just read, talked, and had an overall chill experience. We also took a hike to the hot springs of Bagby where we soaked in a carved out tree trunk that filled with natural hot spring water. It was magical. The drive there also was one for the memory as the tall pines loomed on either side, water splashing in and out between them, fog magically dancing among the limbs. Oh, just so cool.

I am back with a clear head on my shoulders and a painting night ahead as I have to get some pieces done for a show this weekend that I was called to participate in! Yikes!!