Susan Neese McKinney Ramblings

This was a fun little still life I did last week, when my friend, De, came over to paint in the studio. It's so great to have a nice place to paint. Thanks to my "love" for converting his old garage, for me, into a great art space. It's wonderful to have a "handy-man" in the family. And has saved us many a dollar over the years. After 43 years, next month, "I think I'll keep him."

Here's my Mom standing by my painting, "Walnut Street View", hanging at the Springfield-Branson National Airport. We wanted to see the new art show, and see how my painting looked, and where it was hung. I was pretty happy with the show. It will be up until March the 11th. There were quite a few people viewing the paintings the short time we were there. It's nice to have a great place to display local art. Thanks to the Springfield Regional Arts Council, the Springfield-Branson National Airport, and Drury College, for the opportunity. If you're flying in or out, or would like to see the new airport, check out the Sky Gallery. Free parking for 30 minutes in the short term parking.

"Forget-Me-Not" (roses) I just finished touching up this fountain painting that I started at the October paint out. I'm a lot happier with the results. This is located on a nice patio, with a beautiful view of the lake and Ozark mountains. Many a wedding and reception have taken place here., as it's a favorite location. We've been having great, warm weather. Can't believe it's January. A good time to get some things done outside before Winter's wrath decides to hit us.