Queen Ann’s Lace dominates the wildflower fields here in Connecticut. Since she is a queen, I decided to to embellish her a bit.
"Hot Pink Peony" by Ann McCann 11 X 11" Watercolor
This painting screams summer in Texas, hot and bright. The “confetti” dots look like fireworks.
"Hydrangea Garden" (Plein Air Painting) by Ann McCann 9 X 12" Oil
The Dallas Arboretum has a hydrangea garden somewhat hidden away in the shade. I was there painting plein air with a group on a very hot day. There were large white and small pink flowers mixed together behind a stone wall.
"Heartfelt Poppy" by Ann McCann 12 X 9" Watercolor
I have been painting pink poppies and this is my favorite so far. I feel happy and calm when I look at it.
"Shady Spot" (plein air painting) by Ann McCann 12 X 12" Oil
When we were painting at the Dallas Arboretum two weeks ago we sought out the shady areas. It was very hot and humid from all the rain. Here was one under the trees planted with red/pink impatiens and white hydrangeas. Pretty inviting!
SOLD at the Dutch Art Gallery Spring Show Opening 6- 5- 21
Little Red Poppy 5 X 7” Oil
“Bird Bath Garden” 8 x 8” Oil
"Canna Celebration" (plein air) by Ann McCann 9 X 12" Oil
I am not usually a Canna lover, but they were gorgeous at the Arboretum last week. The colors of the flowers-pinks, reds, yellows- and even the leaves (eggplant!) were breathtaking. A group of us found a shady place and painted there all day.
"Plein Air Petunias" by Ann McCann 8 X 8" Oil
I was plein air painting with the Outdoor Painters Society at the Dallas Arboretum when I saw this planter of pink petunias. It was the end of the afternoon, and it was 95 degrees! I was so tired. I painted it very quickly and like the results.
"Gold Peony Bottle" by Ann McCann 8 X 16" Oil on Gold Paper
This pink peony stands in a lovely water bottle. The gold of the paper peeks out throughout the painting, especially the deckle edge. It can be framed just like a watercolor.
"Yellow Rose of Texas" by Ann McCann 9 X 12" Watercolor
I love painting roses in watercolor. Everyone is different if you let the water do what it wants.
"Like Coming Home" by Ann McCann 12 X 12"Oil
This is my neighbor’s front yard, and it is so welcoming. She is wonderful gardener. She does the work, and we can all enjoy it!
Come to See Ann McCann at the "Less is More" Show This Saturday June 5, 2021
I have two paintings in this show, including the above “French Lavender Abbey.” The opening is this Saturday June 5 from 11-6 pm, masks optional. The paintings are available for purchase NOW at the below link. I will be there from noon until 3:00. I really would like to see you there!
https://dutchartgallery.net/product-category/2021-less-is-more/
"Monarch Visit" by Ann McCann 9 X 12" Oil
A Monarch butterfly is regularly visiting my garden these days, so I decided to paint her. She seems to love my pink coneflowers. I get it!
SOLD "Coneflower Angels" by Ann McCann 9 X 12" Oil
This was sold to a collector in Corsicana who saw my work at a show last summer. This was one that my family had difficulty parting with as it a favorite.