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Marti Lay Art

Martha Lay 7/10/25 Martha Lay 7/10/25

Learning By Repeating the Same Subject

Because the sunlight and shadows shift so rapidly, it is difficult to capture the moment while I’m plein-air painting. That’s why I love returning and working many times on the same subject or in the same place.

Martha Lay 4/25/25 Martha Lay 4/25/25

Painting at the Botanical Garden

The botanical garden is an oasis of serenity in a busy city. I seek the shade in summer with bright flowers flourishing. This time of year in Spring I experiment with all the colors and textures of the blossoms and leaves.