Cape Gooseberries

Cape Gooseberries
Pastel 6 x 6
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Our delightful hosts Claude and Martine from "La Maison de la Treille" in Tourtour France, served this intriguing little fruit at breakfast with other delicacies. I had been served this fancy little fruit before but did not know anything about it. I found some interesting information about it here. It does not only make a beautiful garnish; it tastes great too!

Autumn Feast

Autumn Feast
Pastel
12 x 12
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Foliage is New England is at its peak, particularly in my neighborhood. The bright, almost garish colors I love have been greeting me every day for the last couple of weeks. I am painting a series of fall scenes to reflect the ephemeral beauty of season. This is the first in the series.

Freshly Picked Hazelnuts

Freshly Picked Hazelnuts

Pastel 8 x 8
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In September, the country roads of Normandy are filled with wonderful things to eat: hazelnuts, blackberries, mushrooms and chestnuts. They are right there for the picking. I found these fresh hazelnuts hanging from their tree while taking a walk near my brother's house in the small village of Montgaroult. I couldn't wait to crack them open to bring back a taste from my childhood.

Out of its Shell

Out of its Shell
Pastel 8 x 8

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When they are ripe, hazelnuts drop out of their shell. This one tried to get away but got caught!