Sunday, April 3, 2011

And just like that the snow is back...


It's been sunny and mild (for this time of year) the last couple of days, so naturally you would think we were on our way to spring right? Forget it! As I was at my desk painting, suddenly it started snowing, and blowing around.  Well after a few hours, we now have a winter wonderland out there, the trees are covered with snow, and it is beautiful! Thank goodness I didn't remove my snow tires yet, you just never know what crazy weather you will get from one day to the next.
It didn't stop me from creating some new spring time art though, like the ACEO above.

This weekend was one where I mostly sat and watched movies. Yesterday I finally watched 2012, which I enjoyed. I'm probably in the minority but I've always loved disaster movies like War of the Worlds, the Day after Tomorrow, Independence Day.  Besides, I've had a crush on John Cusack for a couple of decades, lol, so that made the movie more enjoyable. He still looks great after all these years.

Next movie on the menu was The book of Eli. Fantastic movie, but it did have a bit of violence in it. Loved the premise, and would not have been able to predict the ending.

Today I watched Brothers, and boy it sure had some intense scenes in it! Another great movie which I would recommend.

The only dud of the bunch was an old one called Baker's Hawk. Sorry if anyone likes this, but I could only get through 15 minutes before I was bored, and moved on.

I'm still in that phase where I can't get too motivated to create, even though I did manage a couple of cards. Hopefully as the weather improves, I can feel like spending more time painting. For now I will just go with the flow.

24 comments:

Alexandra MacVean said...

Awww...very, very adorable!! :) And same here on the weather. 84 yesterday and snow today! ha!

Hugs

Theresa MacNaughton said...

More snow? I hope spring knocks - and stays - at your door very soon. Love the new painting. Thanks for giving the mini review on the films you saw. Take care, Theresa

Marlene said...

This is really cute. It is cold here and we had hail yesterday but the snow stayed in the mountains. I will be really happy when it gets warm.

Painting Tips and Tricks said...

nice artwork!....Daniel

Å olanje na domu-Waldorf said...

What snow? :) It's springy and sunny here. Cute birdie!

Diane said...

I just love your work!!
And thanks for the movie reviews--I'm always looking for good movies.

Rosemary said...

Love the spring pic. I too loved 2012 not so much Book of Eli.

Lee Pierce said...

Love all that Spring in your little painting! Where ever did your owl find that hat? Perfect for gardening ;^)

Magic Love Crow said...

Hey Betty ;o) We got snow too, but it's all gone! Now we are getting lots of rain and the wind is picking up! Love the aceo you did ;o) I love War of the Worlds and Independence Day! Good Stuff! Take Care and have fun going with the flow ;o)

Tammie Lee said...

your spring art is adorable

I kind of feel the same way, so many gray days has taken my motivation away. Still I continue to make and enjoy art.

It really is an art to decide when to change out our seasonal tires!

Maggie said...

Love your ACEO, Pink. I don't think it's ever going to be spring! I don't care what the calendar says...
Like all the movies you mentioned, except I've never even heard of Bakers Hawk.

Anonymous said...

Your image is so beautiful. Thank you for the movie recommendations!

Julia Christie said...

Hello miss pink! Lovin this cute little painting! Been missing you and hope to see more great art as you are moved to create and share it with us!
Smiles and hugs!

Cameron said...

It doesn't snow here, but it did get cool again...which I am totally loving!! I get so drained when it's hot!

Your Springtime art is so sweet...that bunny-owl is adorable, too!

Kim Vanlandingham said...

Cute painting! Easter will be here soon!

Kristin said...

Oooh, this is just stunning - and I love your Easter Owl below too - you are such a beautiful artist. Thank you for your visit and have a great week, xo

So Dark So Cute said...

Very cute! Here in the Netherlands it was such nice weather,but suddenly today its fall again :-(

Jehanne's doodles said...

oh this is soo cute.
Our snow seems to be finally melting - wait knock on wood :)

Sunshineshelle said...

Little Sweetie ;)

Anonymous said...

Hi Betty, hope your weather is getting better. We're having a few sunny days here, as hot as summer. Last week it was freezing.
Hoping this sunshine will share itself with you very soon also!
Hope you have an amazing weekend!
Lovexx
Julie

readingsully2 said...

Hey, Pink. I know I have not been here in awhile. I understand the slump. Keep up your beautiful work though. :)

deb famularo said...

This is so adorable. I think you are one of my favorite artists- I love your creations!!! Hope your snowy weather ends soon. I'll send you some TX heat!!!! XoXo

Pam of Always Artistic said...

Your ACEO is gorgeous!

We've been having snow off and on too.

I love disaster movies too. Haven't seen 2012 yet though. Independence Day is an all time favorite.

If you like disaster fils here are some I LOVE in case you haven't seen them... Armageddon, The Core, Twister (you must have seen that lol), Daylight, Deep Impact.

Also Broken Arrow is really good, not really a disaster movie. And we saw Unstoppable recently which was also very good.

Jen @Sadie Inspired said...

I just love that your spring chick is blue! So cute. Hope the weather warms up for you soon. :)