December 19

Reverie I in Red, Blue and Pink A bouquet of Peonies and Tulips in a chinoiserie vase on a striped tablecloth. (1 of 4 paintings in this Palette.) Oil on linen, stretched canvas. 9" x 12" x 7/8" canvas framed with 1/4" thin face Walnut stained hardwood floater x 7/8" depth frame. About The Reverie Collection Fresh flowers are one of my favorite ways to feel grounded and connected to my space—they help me celebrate the beauty of the present moment. Over time, I've gathered a beloved collection of vases: some are antiques like Chinoiserie or ironstone, some are crystal from my grandmother, porcelain from my mother, and others are handmade by local ceramic artists. Each vessel has its own character and story, and each engages in a quiet dialogue with the blooms it holds. I love combining farm stand or grocery store flowers with cuttings from my own garden to create something personal and seasonal. These simple, spontaneous bouquets—arranged in thoughtfully collected vessels—capture a flee