Hopeful On Valentine’s Day, a hopeful cardinal perched on the wooden gate. With a heart full of longing, he chirped a melody of love, seeking a feathered companion to share the warmth of the day. Flynn Redford In Spring Flynn wore a coat of crimson against the backdrop of newly budded spring leaves. Perched on […]
Return North
Rio returned north with the promise of spring in his heart. His melodic song heralded the changing season, but the ominous grey skies carried a whispered secret – snow was imminent. With a wish he had waited, Rio pondered the age-old adage: doesn’t the early bird catch the worm? As flakes gently fell, he embraced the cold reality, realizing that sometimes even the most optimistic bird can’t escape the capricious nature of the weather, learning that patience might have been the key to a warmer welcome for both him and the elusive worm.
Rio Wright – Red Winged Blackbird
As winter’s chill yielded to the warmth of spring, Rio Wright, returned to Andrews Farm. Its melodic song echoed through the awakening fields, signaling the season’s renewal. Perched on a wooden board, he brought a burst of color, a reminder of spring’s arrival.
Hummingbird Nectar
In our garden, a tiny hummingbird flitted from beebalm to honeysuckle, savoring the nectar-filled bouquet of flowers. Its iridescent feathers shimmered in the sunlight as it danced among the blossoms. The fragrant aroma of wisteria enveloped the air, adding to the enchantment. The garden became a haven of colors and sweet scents, as the hummingbird reveled in the delightful feast, a joyful ambassador of nature’s harmonious symphony.
Meredith Taylor – A Beginning to the Wesleyville Collection
There was a month not long ago when I sat down and painted portrait after portrait. At the time, I had not seriously painted people since art school. My work had become deeply rooted in still lifes, landscapes, gardens, and the quiet rhythms of rural life. But the Wesleyville Collection was beginning to grow into […]




