Rua da Alegria PleinAir2023

Rua da Alegria PleinAir2023This was one of the views from the street I lived on and one that continued to strike me even after a month of living in Porto. I love how that church steeple is seen in the distance and the tiled buildings and classic clay roofs fill the streets! 5. 5x8. 8in, watercolor

I was awestruck by the movement and enormity of the waves and wanted to capture this incredible natural phenomenon that only occurs a couple times each year

This particular morning did not disappoint-the water was clear

It was my favorite papal basilica and one that was even more meaningful to visit again this year to see Pope Francis' tomb and also celebrate the feast of Our Lady of Snows and walk through the holy door

Being able to catch the end of the season and take in both the sights and smells were a real highlight of this summer's trip

Each board is made of plywood that has been carved and assembled

This truth is reflected even in the colors and symbols of Stephen’s icon

The feast of St

Carmelite spirituality is so beautiful and centered around a life of deep prayer and contemplation-all beginning with the prophet Elijah in the mountains of Carmel

There were so many views to choose from and so much life (from people to peacocks to chickens

Whether it was a pan bagnat

5in puzzle

He is clothed in white—the color of martyrdom