Puerta de Mesilla - 12 x 16 Canvas Print #scarves creating a dramatic "Thunderbird" formation

creating a dramatic "Thunderbird" formation that connects earth and heaven in a powerful Southwestern symbol

The gentle colors and sweet expression create a calming

As wine ages in oak barrels

This original plein air watercolor captures the character and architectural details of this beloved downtown landmark on a beautiful painting morning

The detailed rendering of sun-bleached bone

Puerta de Mesilla - 12 x 16 Canvas Print #scarves creating a dramatic "Thunderbird" formationRustic Adobe Gate from Old Mesilla This charming canvas print was painted en plein air in Old Mesilla, New Mexico, where the artist began her art career. Part of a whole series of rustic gates in and around Mesilla, this particular gate was located across from the Fountain Theater before the area was remodeled. The rustic architecture of Old Mesilla is everywherea painter's dream. When this gate and others changed during remodeling, the artist