These paintings reflect the beauty and peace of those moments, from September’s cool blue skies to November’s warm-toned mosaics of fallen leaves. Over the past year, I’ve slowed down, focusing on being present with my family and in my art. Instead of building large series back-to-back, I poured intention into one painting at a time. This shift taught me that slowing down can bring profound growth, both creatively and personally.

Heading into fall, I felt ready to create multiple works again, but with a deeper awareness of balance. Whenever I felt rushed or overextended, I saw it as a reminder to step outside, slow down, and be present with my family. These moments, which often comprised of simply “doing nothing”, became the heart of this series—a reflection of time well-spent in nature, inspired by the memories we collected along the way.