In Spite of Everything...

"Still Standing" an original oil painting by Bonnie Mason 8x24"

There it stands on the hill

Where it has stood for so many

Bone chilling winters, so many

Blistering hot summers,

So many gently blessed springs

and crisp autumn harvests.

And there it is...

Still Standing.

This and 9 other of my recent paintings will be on exhibit at the Jefferson Center from November 16 - January 15, 2016 for the Double Line Painters of the Blue Ridge holiday show. Please join us there for a reception on Sunday, November 29th from 2 to 4 pm as we celebrate the season and thank you our supporters, family and friends.

Fall Fireworks!

                       "Bright Autumn" won an award of merit at the Barns of Bedford show!

I love this time of year. The cool sunny days are perfect for plein air painting- unless you have a cold! Since I can't be out there I've spent some time updating my website with several new paintings. The painting above was begun as a demo on the deck at the Little Gallery. I'm always amazed when a demo turns out well because I find it difficult to concentrate on painting and talking at the same time!

"A Golden Day"

This 11x14" painting of a pathway around the lake at Fairystone State Park was a lot of fun and seemed to almost paint itself. This is a great time of year to visit the state parks here in Virginia.

"Fall Fireworks"

Our local greenway is a wonderful place to walk, visit with friends and paint! This piece is a little more loose and wild than usual for me- and I enjoyed every minute of it. Hope you do, too :)

Be sure to check out all the new paintings on my website ( http://www.bmasonart.com ) and leave a comment below if you have a favorite!