"California Hills 2A", chalk and watercolor, 9"x12", 2003

I began this with watercolor washed in to indicate basic outlines of the landscape.  Pastel is then added on top, keeping tonal values consistent with each medium (orange on orange, green on green).  The darkest tones added last to create separation and depth.  The lightest touch possible with the chalk is the key here.

"Spring Periwinkle" 1600x1200 dp: 2008

Small, hand-held digital cameras changed the way I looked at landscape. I much prefer the film look of an SLR for wide vistas. The little cameras are wonderful for close-up work, with marvelous macro settings. Canon SD550 Elph.