Original oil painting Wild Fox by Karen Tarlton

Wild Fox 

12x12

Oil

My maiden name is Fox so of course I love to paint this animal.

It's been a great start to the New Year.

Took a nice long walk on the beach to clear my mind

and think about my new goals and ideas for this year.

I find if you write them down they will come to be,

and I always tell my daughters to do this every year or more often.

I don't have any huge resolutions other than these three:

Tell each person I love, each day, how important they are to me and appreciated and loved.

And take the time to work out each day in some way.

Paint just about every day from the heart.

Simple

Each of us needs find our own way, our passion and inspiration.

Life never has just one certain path.

Choose your way with your heart and your mind and don't hesitate.

Keep the faith and have a great year!

Original oil painting Starry NIght Harbor Boats by Karen Tarlton

12x24

Starry Night Harbor Boats

Oil

Only one more day left until we turn the page on our calendars

and begin 2013

Hard to believe.

I still believe some of the things that were the most 

beautiful last year will be my favorites this year.

For example, I will always Love:

 a Starry sky

Reflective water

Sunsets

A warm fire and a cozy blanket

a really great cup of coffee

a really great glass of wine

a homemade meal

my child's embrace

my husband's smile

May your New year be as great as your old one.

Be safe!

 

Original oil painting The Phoenix by Karen Tarlton

Painted on commission
24x36 in oil
Sold

Symbolic in so many ways and a great to symbol to start out the New Year!
Happy 2013 and may your new year be filled with
new beginnings, energy and health.

Winter's Joy Original oil painting by Karen Tarlton

Winter's Joy

18x24

Oil
SOLD

I love to feel the warmth of sunshine on a cold winter’s day.  I grew up in Lake Tahoe and as much as I looked forward to the snow of winter, I remember looking forward to sunbathing at the the lodge after a ski run, and closing my eyes, feeling the warm sun on my face. The blinding snow glistening in the sun makes me see bright colors dancing off the ground.

I hope 2013 brings fresh inspirations and joy! Enjoy the snow before it begins to melt and don't forget to reflect and learn from the year's trials and tribulations.

Abstract Rain Original oil painting by Karen Tarlton

Abstract Rain 

16x20

Oil

Lovely Rain came down today, which is always a blessing here in Southern California.

Now the fog has lifted and the sun is shining

and everything is bright and glistening!

Warm wishes and Happy Holidays!

December Poinsettia and Polar Bear Original oil painting by Karen Tarlton

Poinsettia

Oil

9x12

Polar Bear

12x12

Oil
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It's here....the loveliest time of year,
Wishing you all happiness, joy, and cheer.
May all your days be warm and bright,
And your nights enchanted by holiday light.

Angels by Karen Tarlton

Winter Angel

12x12

Oil
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Angel with Flowers

10x10

Oil
SOLD

Well I'm heartbroken at the sadness going on in Connecticut

right now and so angels are on my mind.

We ask ourselves....."But Why?"

I don't know and I don't understand. I do know that our love for our children is strong,

and continues on forever. These children will never be forgotten.