Garden Party

I love the cast shadows on the top of white cakes, with the clusters of hydrangeas as a counterpoint to the beautiful smooth textures and dappled light.  The brilliant backlighting while keeping the warm richness of the shadows was a challenge.  I want to scoop up the entire scene with all my senses....taste, smell, touch, sound, sight...and enjoy the garden party.  I invite you to do the same!

Update:  This painting was awarded 2nd Place in the Still Life category of the Pastel Journal's Pastel 100 to be featured in the April 2012 issue!