Shelved for a few days

I left it here.  I’ll be away from this piece for a few days, so I’ll let it settle and come back to it fresh.  Getting away from this one will be smart — I need to keep my hands off of it for a while.

And as Layla and I made our last walk together around the studio, I took a few minutes to appreciate my day.  Layla will be traveling to her forever home on Friday.  She’s a sweet little girl who deserved a chance to live.  Meghan Clayton and I have shared her fostering responsibility and it has been a total pleasure.  Remember friends, support your rescue group and your local spay/neuter clinic.  

From Airport Road

I worked a few hours in the studio yesterday and then we had a nice dinner at sunset.  Today I didn’t make it there at all….too many rescue related details to take care of.  That’s okay, I’m excited about going back to work in the morning. Being hungry to work is a good feeling.

From Benny to Sundown

I have a new man in my life.  

Who can resist a smile like this?  He’s been stuck at Huntsville Animal Services since October because of a golf ball size growth on his chest, causing adopters to pass him by.  He’s my new foster buddy and he’ll be working with me at the studio for a while.  Meet my newest assistant, Benny.

I contiued today on my second railroad piece.  I’ve gotten past the crisis spots, and there were a couple yesterday  I’m slowly developing areas and enjoying my work.  I can’t push through an eight hour day on these pieces — it seems better to work a couple of hours then break for a bit.  

And as I left the studio, I got one last gift of color for the day.  The sunsets from my studio porch are amazing.  Who knew Oakwood Avenue had so much to offer.