Off to China!

We are off to San Francisco and on to China from there. 

We will visit with Luo Ping at Xiamen University.  This picture shows us at the Sarasota Sister Cities luncheon.  We purchased this gorgeous watercolor of Suzhou from her.  We will also visit Suzhou on our trip.

You can follow our travels at http://www.china2009mckee.blogspot.com/.

West Lake Mural

Xī Hú (西湖; literally "West Lake") is a famous fresh water lake located in the historic center of Hangzhou, Zhejiang province,China. With its beautiful pink lotuses and tranquil waters, it was once an emperial retreat. West Lake is now enjoyed by travelers from China and abroad.

I began this mural some time ago as a headboard for our bed. Recently I have returned to it.

The center panel of the three-panel screen is now complete.

My next step is to add values to the side panels to create a 3D effect and to complete the colorful panels.

The tranquility of the West Lake produces that same tranquil effect in this get-away bedroom.

"SUPPORT A LIVING ARTIST...

THE DEAD ONES DON'T NEED IT."

Saw this on an artist's apron.

We are doing our part. Have purchased an original oil by Fred Rothenbush, a print of a pastel by Miriam Cassell, and an original watercolor by Luo Ping from Xiamen, China.

I am an artist, but we (my husband and I) are also art lovers. Surrounding ourselves with beautiful and meaningful art contributes greatly to our quality of life.