Martinez from Benicia

It was a joy painting with friends at the historic Clock Tower in Benicia, with spectacular views across the Carquinez Strait toward Martinez and Mt. Diablo beyond. My mom was an artist and my dad a cabinetmaker, so painting on wood feels like coming home to me.

"Benicia from Martinez," Acrylic on Cradled Wood Panel, 8" x 8", © Nancy Roberts

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Beach Path, Glen Cove

This path leads down to a little beach much loved by locals who come to stroll, walk their dogs, launch kayaks, swim, play with the kids and hunt for sea glass. A glorious grove of agaves frames the view of the Carquinez Strait beyond. Painted with friends on a lovely summer day at Glen Cove Waterfront Park in Vallejo CA.

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"Beach Path, Glen Cove," Acrylic on Ampersand Gessobord Panel, 12" x 12", © Nancy Roberts.

Summer Color, Blake Garden

 

This wild and colorful jumble of flowers was impossible to resist -- plein air happiness!

Blake Garden is one of my favorite places to paint with friends. It's a hidden gem tucked into a wooded hillside in Kensington just north of Berkeley. Owned by the University of California, the garden is lovingly tended by students and volunteers. Always beautiful, peaceful and inspiring.

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"Summer Color, Blake Garden," Acrylic on Ampersand Gessobord Panel, 12" x 12", © Nancy Roberts