Penny Speidel

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This gorgeous purple iris caught my eye during a Spring visit to Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden in Richmond, Virginia. I did this painting from the photo I took of it.

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While hiking at Crabtree Falls in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, I captured a photo of this section of the falls. It was a glorious day, and the falls were rushing due to the abundance of fall rain. I did the painting to remember that perfect fall day.

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I had the pleasure of celebrating my birthday with family at Tuolumne Meadows in Yosemite National Park. Early that day, my husband and I hiked in the area, and I captured several photos. I did this painting to relive that happy day.

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Last fall, my husband and I stayed in Florence, Italy within walking distance of the Duomo. On an early morning walk, we came upon this man setting up his vegetable and fruit stand for the day. He was totally engrossed in his work when I took the photo for this painting.

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I was amazed to see the Joshua Trees thriving in the barren desert at Joshua Tree National Park, CA. Their ragged bark, curvy limbs, and huge pinecone-like leaves are unique to the park and a sight to behold.

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This painting is of my grandson who was visiting Arches National Park in Utah. He appears to be in awe of the site before him.

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The red roses at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden in Richmond, Virginia are spectacular in the spring.

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Big Sur is a beautiful spot along the California coastline. This sunset made it all the more beautiful.

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Despite the lack of rainfall, the Joshua Tree thrives at Joshua Tree National Park in CA. With its craggy bark and pinecone like leaves, it dots the barren landscape. Interestingly, it’s actually a succulent plant.

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Our annual family gatherings to Sunset Beach, NC are a wonderful opportunity for the cousins to spend time together.