Imagekind Gallery Dawna

Michael at the Waterpump

The original painting is Watersoluble oil on paper,11 1/16" x 15 1/16", 2001. At a scenic campsite in the forested hills surrounding Oakridge, Oregon, a child and his mother discover the joy of an old fashioned red water pump after feasting on huckleberries. Poised in mid-stroke of the pump the mother's figure is bathed half in sunlight and half in dappled shadow with a sense of continuing motion. As the crystal clear mountain water cascades from the spout Michael washed the huckleberry stains from his tiny fingers in joy and wonderment. Surrounding is a array of pacific northwest foliage and trees rendered in impressionistic brush strokes.

Elizabeth at the Beach

watersoluble oils on paper, 2006. Elizabeth explores the tidal pools on a windy day at Cannon Beach, Oregon on the way out to haystack rock .

Oakridge Reservoir #1

The original painting is watercolor on Fabriano Uno 140 lb Cold Press, 7 1/2" x 11", 2001. A tangle of tree roots protrudes upward from the fallen tree and juts out towards the glassy water of Oakridge Reservoir. As the water begins to get deeper, algae and tree stumps seem to float, casting their suspended reflections. The peaceful water mirrors the distant shore of Oregon trees and mountains.

Oakridge Reservoir #2

The original is watercolor on Fabriano Uno 140lb hot press 100% cotton, 7 1/2" x 11', 2001. Upended tree roots protrude from the shore of Oakridge Reservoir. A lone twig sticks up from the water. Algae and tree stumps seem to float as the water deepens. Green and gold, the colors of the forest shimmer in the water as the cool blue Oregon mountains beckon in the distance.

Oakridge Reservoir #3

The original painting is watercolor on Fabriano Uno 300 lb Soft Press 100% cotton paper, 7 1/2"x 11", 2001. Sunrise over Oakridge Reservoir, on a tranquil Oregon morning. Smooth as glass, the water mirrors calm reflections of driftwood and a fishing boat. Peace and solitude as the day breaks over the cool blue mountains.

Oakridge Reservoir #4

The original is watercolor on Fabriano Uno 300 lb Rough 100% cotton paper, 7 1/2" x 11", 2001. Gnarly tree stump surrounded by weathered gray branches juxtaposed against a view of algae and rocks under the vibrant blue water of Oakridge Reservoir. Forested green Oregon hills frame the hazy blue mountain ranges in the distance. Gnarly tree stump surrounded by weathered gray branches juxtaposed against a view of algae and rocks under the vibrant blue water of Oakridge Reservoir. Forested green Oregon mountains frame the hazy blue mountain ranges in the distance.

SING redeeming love!

The original painting is watercolor on 140lb cold press paper. 9"x 12", 2007. Set in the Arizona desert, missionaries sing their joy at the redemption of a lost sheep. I am entering the painting SING Redeeming Love, Watercolor, 9x12 ", in the 8th International Art Competition sponsored by the Museum of Church History and Art. The theme for the competition this year is "Remembering the Great Things of God,"and according to their website,"artists are encouraged to create works of art reflecting the theme and title of the exhibition...This theme is drawn from scriptures that teach the importance of acknowledging and remembering God's works, promises, and covenants to His children. Artists can depict—but are not limited to—ideas, stories, people, places, doctrines, beliefs, scriptures, teachings, historical events, religious values, and Church, family, and individual experiences in Latter-day Saint life." In SING Redeeming Love, Missionaries sing a song of joy, love, and redemption as they seek to find wandering sheep in the desert. As lost sheep are found, they begin to feel joy as they enter the way. Those who remember the great mercy of the Savior for them are filled with the love of Christ, feeling compelled to sing redeeming love with joy that cannot be contained. They desire to share the Gospel of Christ with everyone, that they might also be filled with joy through the Redemption and love of Christ. This also refers Alma 5:9, 26; 26:13 and is a reminder and an invitation to feel to"'sing the song of redeeming love' and mean it as much now as in any past year and as much tomorrow as today!" (Spencer W. Kimball, “‘The Uttermost Parts of the Earth’,” Ensign, Jul 1979, 2).

Flight of the Great Blue Heron

The original painting is watercolor on gessoed paper, 14 3/4" x 21 3/4 ", 2007. Set at Trojan, Oregon, the blue heron takes flight over the marsh, stream and beyond the footbridge as the mountains beckon in the distance.

Midsummer Daydream

The original painting is water soluble oil on gessoed paper, 14 7/8" x 11 1/4", 2007. Puck lies on the shore at the edge of the forest and daydreams as he runs his fingers through the water, creating ripples in his refection. The fairies dance on the lillypads and skate across the water while Puck's leaf boat floats away to dreamland.

spring apple

Spring apple and apple blossoms on a green and purple background lit up with an with a splash of vibrant sunlight. acrylic on canvas, by Dawna Morton, 5x5", 2008

Gnat Creek Flowers

Along the borders of Gnat Creek Oregon a tiny white wildflower blooms in front of a rock, basking in the summer sunlight. painting is watercolor on paper, 9x12"

Oregon "Passionflower" memory

11x15" watercolor painting done from memory by Dawna Morton in 2008. A native Oregon plant resembling a large purple passionflower blooms on a background glazed with a light minty green. This Painting was done entirely from memory.

Water Fairy Ring

Watercolor on Bienfang 140lb paper, 11X15", 2008. Like a fairy ring these water plants float suspended in the glowing golden reflections of the water.

Aeriel's Gift

Digital composition by Dawna Morton, 2009. All Rights Reserved. In the twilight, abstracted silhouettes of trees shapes, back lit with pink and lavender fog, create images of tree nymphs. A dryad sits atop the tree canopy holding a fairy in her hand. The wood nymphs and the sky spirit look on as she opens hear heart and offers her love as a gift to her creator. Glowing with light, her love ascends, circling up through the misty clouds and beyond the moon like smoke of incense from an alter.

Stargazer Lily in Pastel

Oil pastel drawing on paper, 9X12", by Dawna Morton, 2009. Done entirely form memory without referencing a photo, this oil pastel drawing of a pink and white speckled stargazer lily on a brown background was completed in about an hour. the diagonal flow of this dynamic flower creates a vibrant energy.

Dragon Lily

9 X 12" chalk on paper, 2009, by Dawna Morton. Done entirely from memory in the space of about an hour, without referencing a photo, this large magenta colored flower sits on a moody background of expressive leaf shapes. in colors of green and purple, with hints of magenta, the foliage fans out around this striking flower like a burst of living flames.

Cinderella's Arrival

Oil pastel crayon on paper, 9X12" circa 1992. As Cinderella approaches the stairway to the castle, a glimpse of the prince at the ball is seen through a lighted window. Neither of them knowing what the future hold in store, it is a poignant moment filled with suspense and mystery.