I am thrilled I found your website, blog and newsletter! Not only are your paintings stunningly beautiful but I love the solid tips and advice for plein air painting, with dogs too. I am painting on the Northern Oregon Coast in the wind and rain while dodging the tides and sneaker waves. Dressing for these conditions definitely wouldn't make the fashion runway. People always ask me if I have lost weight when they see me without all my layers and Bog boots! Thank you for the wonderful information and for sharing the beauty of your work.