SPRING INTO SUMMER • HOME SWEET HOMES & GARDENS GROUP
FLOWERS THE PACIFIC NW IS FAMOUS FOR!
WESTERN WASHINGTON • NOT THE NETHERLANDS! • This signature windmill that welcomes guests to Roozengaarde's (Tulips.com) gardens in Mount Vernon is a favorite landmark that draws gardeners, artists • and folks who just enjoy the eye-popping beauty this destination shares every year!
Highlight! • See my portrait of "TOURING THE TULIP FIELDS (ROOZENGAARDE'S)" on my PUGET SOUND PAGE. I finished my portrait of it decades ago in 2002 when it was still white with green trim. That vintage painting pictured Sally Mom, me, and my lifelong pal Robin Westbrook in the flower-filled foreground.
THE GIFT OF MEMORY LANE • On a trip planned by Spokane's South Hill Community Center, I recently went to the tulip fields in Western Washington for a long overdue reunion with Robin and husband Kent.
When Doug and I began dating in 1998, one of our first field trips together was a day spent with this couple in La Conner & Mount Vernon. It was the first of dozens of wonderful times the four of us shared before Doug and I relocated back to Spokane when he retired.
THE HAPPIEST DAY • Robin was my my matron of honor at our marriage on April 15, 2000 (see our wedding party portrait on the BRIDAL PAGE), the happiest day of Doug and my lives. The recent reunion with our pals was a magical gift of memories. We all felt like Doug was with us • and maybe he was!
ENJOY this group of "Home Sweet Homes and Gardens" art celebrating SPRING INTO SUMMER!
NEW! • HOME SWEET HOMES & GARDENS GROUP • 2025 & 2026 (+ one from 2024!) • ENJOY THESE NEW SIX CREATIONS!
NOTE • Find ENTIRE COLLECTION pdfs after each painting on this page. These pdfs are also included with every grouping on the PUGET SOUND, SPOKANE (INLAND NW), MORE PAINTINGS and COMMISSION pages of this website
NEW "FUN PATRIOTIC PARADE ON 14TH AVENUE" • THE SOUTH HILL, SPOKANE, WA • PAINTED SEPTEMBER 2025 • ACRYLIC ON CANVAS • 8X10-INCH)
Built in 1913 by E.F. Martin, and home to the Fred Wrights, this classic Craftsman was recently restored to the way it originally looked before the front exterior was changed in 1948. This pretty cottage was the first home current owner Donna Punihaoli ever purchased, as for decades she was an officer in the armed services. She loved Spokane, moving there to be near her sister. This home was a gift to herself when she retired. She decorated it imaginatively, creating a welcome oasis in her backyard for picnicking in warm months. The parading family received a warm wave from Donna and her furry “roommate” from the porch.
NEW "GARDENING AT THE CLINKER BRICK BEAUTY" • THE SOUTH HILL, SPOKANE, WA • PAINTED SEPTEMBER 2025 • ACRYLIC ON CANVAS • 8X10-INCH)
This clinker brick Tudor-Revival, blessed with a cat-slide roof, was built in 1937 by contractor Gus Bouten. Amazingly, his company survived locally into present times as Bouten Construction, and is still doing business. My friend, Jolene Delridge, fell in love so much with this cottage that she purchased it. Jolene’s neighbor, Linda Yeoman, for decades has helped folks get their vintage homes listed on Spokane’s Historic Registers. Linda, also my childhood pal, recommended me to create a home portrait for Jolene. I added gardeners Jolene’s son and sisters to the art with furry pals, Frisky, Sunny, and Diggity for company. Highlight! • Notice the Goldfinches perched on her birdbath.
• The Entire Spokane South Hill Collection pdf • Click on this pdf to see and learn about these two pieces included in the 100+ paintings in this collection.
NEW! "MORNING AT THE FRIENDS OF MANITO PLANT SALE" • MANITO PARK • THE SOUTH HILL, SPOKANE, WA • PAINTED MARCH 2024 • ACRYLIC ON CANVAS • 8X10-INCH)
1903’s Montrose Park’s name was changed to Manito in 1904. It meant “Spirit of Nature.” In early days, it even had a zoo, and visitors can still find the metal rings that tethered animals near the basaltic rock bridge. Over the decades, to financially support keeping the park and gardens in great shape, in 1990, TFM (TheFriendsOfManito.org) was begun by a group of committed volunteers. Their fund-raising Plant Sales (one in June and another in August) raised record amounts of money. Highlight! • This art was done in March 2024 to honor TFM’S efforts. It pictured board members & volunteers (left), shoppers (center), three lead advisors, (right), & 2 pups tucked in who inspired my art of the sale!
NEW "FRIENDS BY THE WATERFALL AT ROCKWOOD" • ROCKWOOD SOUTH HILL, SPOKANE, WA • PAINTED AUGUST 2025 • ACRYLIC ON CANVAS • 8X10--INCH)
In the mid-1950s, Rockwood Retirement was formed as a non-profit (RockwoodRetirement.org/SouthHill/) with the seven-story Rockwood Manor finishedIn 1960. It was later re-named The Ridge). In 1987, the Forest Estates neighborhood of cottages was built north of the tower. In 2016, a second tower, The Summit, was added to welcome residents and guests to this beloved setting. Over the decades, Rockwood South Hill has offered many unique amenities and upgrades to those who call this community “home,” making it a stellar 55-and-older place to live. Highlight! • When I finished the art, I added (L to R) Sally Mom, me, and lifelong pal Molly Hannan, who lived at Forest Estates about to share lunch at the Summit!
• The Inland NW Parks and Gardens Collection pdf • Click on this pdf to see and learn about all 31 paintings in this collection.
NEW "WEDDED BLISS AT THE BOZARTH MANSION" • GONZAGA RETREAT CENTER, THE NORTH SIDE, SPOKANE, WA • PAINTED DECEMBER 2025 • ACRYLIC ON CANVAS • 8X10-INCH)
This historic setting hosted the 1998 marriage of Angie Barry to Ben Hunter. From 1911-1913, K.K. Cutter created this mansion for developer J.P. Graves (c. $100,000) with the Olmsted Bros. designing gardens using an underground water system. In addition to owning a Spokane trolley line, he was said to have the largest herd of jersey cattle on the West Coast. Graves christened it “Waikiki” in honor of the Hawaiian Islands, and also because of the 24+ streams running through the land by the Little Spokane. Gonzaga (Gonzaga.edu) bought it from subsequent owner Bozarth in 1963 to use for its retreat center. When not in session, it hosted special events. Highlight! • This art was a gift from Angie's folks (my neighbors) for a special anniversary.
• The Entire North Side Collection pdf • Click on this pdf to see and learn about all 33 paintings in this collection.
NEW "PALS ON THE CORNER OF PACIFIC & CANNON" • BROWNE'S ADDITION, SPOKANE, WA • PAINTED MARCH 2026 • ACRYLIC ON CANVAS • 8X10-INCH)
This historic Browne’s Addition beauty was actually the second of two adjacent homes on Pacific and Cannon, this one at 1924 on Pacific. Loren Rand was the architect. The Four-square was built for William and Julie Domke in 1891 and Fred and Mary Guse owned it afterwards. At the close of World War II, many large Browne’s Addition mansions were divided into apartment houses for returning soldiers looking for homes in which to start their families. This one was divided into five apartments. During these changes, the exterior stayed much the same. In later years, Later, it housed commercial properties like Browne’s Bistro. Highlight! • When I updated the art, it was serving Browne's Addition as Jewel of The North Neighborhood Gastropub!
• The Entire Browne's Addition pdf • Click on this pdf to see and learn about all 33 paintings in this collection.
SMALL BUT STEADY STEPS FORWARD • One of the kindest results creating my happy little paintings has given me is the gradually growing balance after losing my sweetheart of 25 years. Painting has proven to be an integral part of healing. I'm so grateful for the happy feelings this has given me and others. Click on the 2025 / 2026 All NEW "Americana" Art Collection pdf to see all 13 works finished these last two years • plus NEW projects in progress.
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