The bravery and innocence of late childhood are captured in the golden glow of a warm autumn afternoon. A child explores a woodland trail, walking through autumn leaves. Late afternoon sunlight filters through the trees, casting long shadows, while two deer watch the solitary explorer from the safety of the trees. #BuyIntoArt, #Mastoart #AppArtist #Nature #deer #Outdoors #seasonal #ComingOfAge

DOWLING HOUSE ABSTRACT (revised)
Bold colors transform this streetscape. The focus changed from my "Dowling House" piece to the angular building housing the Specialty Gifts shop. The textures of the tree and sky add visual interest that the photo and first version lacked. #BuyIntoArt, #Mastoart #AppArtist #Festivals #People #Outdoors #Galena #architecture, #historic #colorful #AbstractRealism

GARDEN STUDY IN RED AND GREEN
Doreanthus blossoms radiate red against the green and cream colored leaves. This is a perfect talking plant for a shady window box. Prints are available at https://gene-mckelvey.pixels.com. #BuyIntoArt #AYearForArt #ArtMatters #mastoart #AppArtist #gardens

ONE DOREANTHUS BLOSSOM
The small, red doreanthus flower takes center stage in a jumble of leaves, clay pot and green metal window box frame. Prints available at https://gene-mckelvey.pixels.com.
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LILIES IN DAYLIGHT
Tall tree lilies reach toward the sunlight in this color abstraction. Backlit petals and leaves glow in shades of red-orange and green in contrast to a lavender-blue sky. The angle of the flower's stem divides the composition and distant tree leaves provide balance of color and shape. #BuyIntoArt #AYearForArt #ArtMatters #mastoart #AppArtist #gardens

LILIES IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Three asiatic tree lilies glow in the late afternoon sunlight. These backlit beauties seem to be bowing in response to the artists appreciative smile. Brighten your home or office with a print of these summer sensations. #BuyIntoArt #AYearForArt #ArtMatters #mastoart #AppArtist #gardens

BEEING IN THE MOMENT - Pink summer phlox cascade down and appear to splash color in the form of the coneflower blossom. In the center of the moment, a bumblebee gathers pollen from the echinacea. #BuyIntoArt #ayearforart #artmatters #mastoart #AppArtist #gardens

ART FESTIVAL ON GRAND AVE
The Des Moines Art Festival attracts thousands of patrons and admirers every year. 200 booths of artist's from across America, plus music, food and beer. Maybe I'll see you here next year. Meanwhile, you can shop at https://gene-mckelvey.pixels.com for a beautiful art print. #BuyIntoArt, #Mastoart #AppArtist #ArtFestivals #StreetFestivals #GalleryDesMoines

ART FESTIVAL PRAIRIE VIEW #2
Purple prairie clover look on as the Des Moines Art Festival begins the first of its 3-day exhibits. Nearly 200 thousand art patrons and admirers will enjoy the sculptures, wall art, photography, fabric art and wearables, woodworking and jewelry of 200 artists. This contrast of nature and hand created beauty is an annual must-see for this photographer/artist. #BuyIntoArt #AYearForArt #Mastoart #AppArtist #ArtFestivals #Prairie #Wildflowers #GalleryDesMoines

ART FESTIVAL PRAIRIE FLOWER VIEW #1
The Des Moines Art Festival is a nationally-ranked annual event with nearly 200 artists. This view is from a prairie lawn at the headquarters of a regional convenience store chain. The artist's booths line two main streets where nearly 200 thousand art patrons and admirers replace vehicles for the 3 day event. A beautiful art image for an admirer of art and nature. #BuyIntoArt #Mastoart #AppArtist #ArtFestivals #Prairie #Wildflowers #GalleryDesMoines