Maria - revisited

I had to smile when I just read the title to this post - 'revisited', because this is the second portrait of Maria.

Funny though: I painted this portrait from (one of many) photos I took back in September when Maria together with two dear friends came and visited me here in Switzerland. I looked at the pictures of their visit a few weeks later and remembered again what a great time we had. So by 're-living' her visit I decided to paint this second portrait of Maria.

And I hope she'll 're-visit' again soon ;-) !

 

'Maria (revisted)'
Oil, 6'' x 6''

And if you'd like to see the first portrait - or rather mug shot - of Maria, this is a link to the blog post from June 2012: Maria 'The Enforcer' Hock.

Oh, and also: I've started my Facebook page 'Regula Scheifele Fine Art' - I'd love to see you on FB, please like and share!

Renzo the Yearling

I haven't posted in a long time, but let's just say it has been a long, lovely summer.
I had good friends staying with me and I took them on a tour through Switzerland. While I do know how lovely my country is, it is always special to see it through the eyes of others. There were many things that are just normal for us but were very special to my friends. Like the fountains we have everywhere, and the fact that all of them have drinking water.

And of course: cows. Or rather cattle. More than once did we stop or even turn around to get a good look - and a good picture.

So let me introduce you to Renzo. He is a 'Muni', which is the Swiss term for a male yearling.

 

'Renzo the Yearling'

Oil, 6'' x 6''

While he is still enjoying a carefree life with his family and clan, he has big plans. He intends to put these beautiful (slightly dopey) eyes of his to good use. He practices his swagger. He keeps his hair groomed and his hooves clean.
Because he just knows he's the most handsome yearling around, and he is ready for the beauty competition. And he WILL win the title.

And how does he know? - because his mother told him so.
I'll introduce her to you next time.

Special Greetings from Switzerland

As you can see, no painting today. Summer has finally arrived and its just too sunny and hot to go to the studio. And for that matter: it's even too hot to paint plain air (or rather organize my easel, paints, brushes, etc. enough to be ready to paint...).

So - a special treat instead. A few pictures I took from my home town Zurich. Because taking a swim in the lake or just strolling along the promenade is the only thing to do right now!

AND since I know that three very special friends of mine are looking forward to the "HH4-Switzerland-Tour" in September as much as I do, here are some more pictures...

As you can see, there are lots of churches and lots of water.

Ladies: only two months to go!!!