After the Rain

We had a nice rain yesterday which is unusual for this part of the country during this time of year. Everything looks so green and refreshed today. I am less tired and more refreshed also. I have roughed in a new painting and can hardly wait to begin. I have been thinking color, unexpected color and also thinking about large graphic shapes. I showed a friend my latest few paintings. She had sold my previous lavender field and French cafe paintings which were in an impressionist style. She liked my new graphic painting style. Positive feedback - makes an artist feel good.