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A nomadic Artist, living and creating in a self-converted van, I paint in a jubilant riot of color to harness the splendor of landscapes through which I travel.
This is Paco`s "pitiful starving puppy" look. π
It worked on me when he was a puppy, those little eyes looking so sad and deprived. Now, I`m onto his trickster ways. I`m not saying I don`t still fall for his sappy little self, but at least I`m aware of it when I do.
Anyone who has met Paco in real life knows that dinner time is 5 o`clock SHARP. He starts reminding me about two hours prior, just in case I forget.
When time "sprang forward" with Daylight Saving, I thought I could trick him and push dinner back a bit, but I was wrong. I don`t know how he knew it was 5 o`clock when just the day before, it would`ve only been 4 o`clock, but he knew, and he was relentless. I swear he`s got a little wristwatch under all that fur. π€¨
His food is stored just to his right, where his little eyes keep shifting, so he`s strategically placed himself to remind me where his food and bowl are, just to be safe.
SUCH a diva. π€¦πΌββοΈ
Out of the trees and into the plains.
One of my (long list of) favorite things about living in a van is the luxury of living in such vastly different environments.
This was just a one-night pit stop on our way to our next destination, but we could`ve explored the area for days without taking the same route twice.
Even Paco stopped to take in the sunset.
Longer summer days mean later walks and more sunsets.
These New Mexico skies have not disappointed.
Such vivid colors are sure to work their way into future paintings. π©πΌβπ¨π¨πΌοΈ
#dogs #sunset #walk
Adding the finishing touches to one of three new little cactus paintings. Cute little painless polka dot pokes. π΅
These will be included in the Desert Collection release at the end of April. Head to my bio to sign up for my newsletter for early access.
#art #artist #painting #desertlife
I could watch his ear hair blow in the wind all day long. π
Our days have been nice and quiet lately. We go out on big explorations in the mornings, then Paco assumes this position while I paint.
I love when we can stay parked at one campsite for the full 14-day limit. The longer span allows us both to relax into the space and into our routines. I`m able to be more productive and creative, and Paco really hones both napping and squirrel hunting skills.
Slow living is definitely my speed. ππΆπ©πΌβπ¨
#dogs #sleepingdog #bliss
Just because I live in a van doesn`t mean I can`t bake delicious Birthday Brownies! π
I love my little Omnia Oven. I learned about it from another vanlifer, and as someone who enjoys cooking, there was no question I needed to add it to my arsenal. (thanks @claire.brandhorst !!) π₯³
This is a modified version of a recipe I found via @the.roasted.root - Almond Flour Double Chocolate Banana Bread. I swapped 1/3 cup of almond flour for protein powder to ramp up the protein, and swirled some peanut butter into the top - because, obviously, peanut butter makes everything better. π€·πΌββοΈ
These brownies - or banana bread, whatever you wanna call it - turned out perfect. π They are absolutely delicious, so moist, light, and airy. Not too over-sweet, and the hint of instant espresso really made them feel classy. π€€π€€
I don`t even feel guilty about eating all of them - that`s what birthday desserts are for, right?
Today`s nature reminder: Leaning on others is a sign of strength, courage, and connection, not weakness.
(Though I do admit I stared at the smaller tree for a long time wondering how it *really* felt about carrying all that weight π€)
I love when we find a campsite near multiple trails for exploring. We`ve left tracks over miles and miles around here.
But it`s the quiet evening walks that are my favorite. Slow rambles through the trees as the sun dips low on the horizon. The wind stills, the birds swoop by on their way to roost for the night, everything feels calm and serene.
#dogs #goldenhour #hike
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