Sunday, February 23, 2025

thinking about trees

'Looking at Trees' 30x30" oil pastel; Kathleen Faulkner

I lived in the Aleutians.
There is a token mini-forest that someone had planted
decades ago.

Other than that, there are no trees to speak of
because of the intense winds.

From most vantage points
one can see, on a clear day,
other islands in the chain 
and the different weather patterns.

When I returned to the Pacific Northwest,
I felt claustrophobic for a while.

I still get very uncomfortable when the wind whips the trees.





Wednesday, February 12, 2025

looking at clouds

'We are Here' 18x30" oil pastel; Kathleen Faulkner


Our small spot in the world
is full of drama.

lots of atmosphere

Any day
can change
any hour, any minute

never dull


Monday, January 20, 2025

vista

'A Winter Day' 12x12" oil pastel; Kathleen Faulkner


I have a good view of Padilla Bay from an upstairs window.

weather and tidal action
always different
always interesting

Later today, I will explore the area in detail
while breathing in all those negative ions!


'Padilla Bay, Early Winter, 10x10" mixed media; Kathleen Faulkner