Grey skies. Rain. Cool temps. That was today. Dave made a fire. Warm house. Also, I painted for several hours. Skulls. That’s what I’m painting. A deer and a goat. Outside for a walk. I’m thankful I have clothes that keep me comfortable in this weather. The walk is pleasant and outdoor time is so […]

Baja in Black and White

Mexico is a colorful place. It almost seems wrong to do a post of Baja images solely in black and white. But the light creates some pretty interesting contrast that takes center stage in monochrome. All of the following pictures were taken somewhere on the Baja peninsula between 2016 & 2018.

Painted Whitetail Deer Skull

I started painting skulls several years ago. I’ve always loved animal skulls. It is fascinating how bones linger on. I find them to be a beautiful reminder of life…..as well as death. The intertwined and inevitable cycle of life. As I hold the bone in my hands I consider the life of the creature that […]

First

First post. It’s been awhile since I’ve attempted a regular blog. I’ve had a few in the past….one that spanned many years and to which I posted almost on a daily basis. I guess I finally got burned out on it and thus began my blogging drought. I feel like I’m ready to jump into […]

Sandra Begotka

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Laying Low

Baja in Black and White

Painted Whitetail Deer Skull

First