I take a little time to explore a new palette. The oranges and yellows lend to play with complementary colors. I also wanted to challenge myself with the play of light in clouds and the interplay of warm and cool colors. The subject matter has little importance as the exploration begins.

This piece was from a photograph. What intrigued me was the opportunity to challenge and change my palette. I felt I had grown too comfortable with certain colors. I wanted the oranges and yellows. A bit of red.