Near Hawk Visit February 17, 2014

February 17, 2014 / beverlydyer / Leave a comment

Through binoculars

I sight movement in the trees

Hawk at my shoulder!!

Art Prescription: Today’s haiku is momentarily interrupted for a near hawk encounter. I was writing about Mourning Doves…when through my binoculars I caught a glimpse of something in the trees. I searched, but no find. Turned to walk and right there!!! over my left shoulder sat a big hawk. He/she looked at me and I startled…I mean really jumped it was that close! Then I just got quiet and watched. I wondered why this winged beauty was braving my presence. The hawk took off then to join a mate…

Snow Melts February 16, 2014

February 16, 2014 / beverlydyer / 7 Comments

Snow recedes, gives way

To green and the sounds of spring

Cardinals call out.

Art Prescription: It’s chilly, and the birds are singing the winter blues. They know spring is around the corner.

Snow and Birds February 13, 2014

February 13, 2014 / beverlydyer / 2 Comments

Gentle falls the snow

Birds perch, shake off now and then

Sunflower seed, gone!

Art Prescription: Lovely snow and lucky my job does not require me to leave my cozy nest. When I worked as a nurse in the hospital, I used to go no matter what. Thank you to all the workers who are out there trying to keep people safe. The beautiful colors of the birds stands out against the stark white. Here is a sketch I will color tomorrow…stay tuned.

Dogwood Buds February 9, 2014

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Flicker in the trees

Set sight with binocular

Songbird, dogwood buds.

Art Prescription: If you look close the swelling buds on the trees tell a story of renewal. Sketchbook…

Beech Trees February 8, 2014

February 8, 2014 / beverlydyer / 1 Comment

Afraid to let go

Beech trees hold on to their leaves

Golden glow in winter.

Art Prescription: Lovely day. Hiked about four miles and saw a Kinglet!! (future painting) Spent some time field sketching, then back to studio to add watercolor. This is a work in progress.

Mind Garden February 6, 2014

February 6, 2014 / beverlydyer / 2 Comments

February sun

Six B graphite, smooth and dark

Spring blooms on paper.

Art Prescription: The blooms in my mind take me through February. Get your pencils out and let graphite glide across your paper!!

Window to my Heart February 5, 2014

February 5, 2014 / beverlydyer / 3 Comments

Calling on a ghost

I ask the past to visit

Yearning for my youth.

Art Prescription: I know…heavy. Seems Saturn has payed a visit. All good. A little self-reflection is a sign of growth. Hold on spring is coming.

Winter Rest February 4, 2014

February 4, 2014 / beverlydyer / 1 Comment

Grey, cold, and rainy

Gravity takes over now

A good winter rest.

Art Prescription: Set out to my studio to paint a colorful spring forest. Reality took over and I painted what I was feeling…really feeling.

Love is February 3, 2014

February 3, 2014 / beverlydyer / 1 Comment

Love is in the air

Along with hot and cold waves

Birds look for houses.

Art Prescription: The weather goes up and down like a roller-coaster. Warm front…arctic blast. My layers of coats and jackets hang ready in the closet. Meanwhile, the birds seem to be right on track.