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# Norma Cili

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- [Corn in the Countryside](https://normacili.com/2023/07/03/corn-in-the-countryside/) - The over-hanging trees caused a shadow in the foreground of the corn with warm light on the rest of the field and houses in bountiful Germany. Gouache 10" x 14".
- [Fragrant Stocks](https://normacili.com/2026/08/05/fragrant-stocks/) - These flowers have a super sweet fragrance and added to a nice atmosphere in the boat’s cabin. Gouache 40cm x 30cm.
- [Sunflowers in Blue](https://normacili.com/2026/07/31/sunflowers-in-blue/) - It’s always hard to resist painting beautiful bright sunflowers in season. With blue on blue glass and ceramic ware it resented a nice contrast. Gouache on A4, a thirsty cold press paper.
- [Flight of the Geese](https://normacili.com/2026/07/22/flight-of-the-geese/) - Lucky to catch a flock of birds in flight on a nature reserve island in Zeeland. These are barnacle and gray lag geese. 10" x 14" gouache.
- [Pink Flowers](https://normacili.com/2026/07/20/pink-flowers-2/) - These gerberas possess a wonderfully bright, pink hue. Yet, it is the fruit—with its interior shadow cast softly inside the translucent white glass bowl—that brings a completely new dimension to this still life. Gouache, 40cm x 30cm.
- [The Peaches](https://normacili.com/2026/07/03/the-peaches/) - This still life was setup on the cabintop deck of the boat. Lucky enough to be anchor on a lovely peaceful lake for a few days. 40cm x 30cm gouache.
- [Barnacle Geese](https://normacili.com/2026/06/29/barnacle-geese/) - This was the first time for me seeing these beautiful Barnacle geese in the Netherlands. With the majority of their feathers being quite dark against the stark lightness of their face, they really stood out. Gouache 4" x 6" on black paper.
- [Summer Woods](https://normacili.com/2026/06/26/summer-woods/) - The woods on this small island of Eekt off the Drontermere was full of birds singing, many butterflies flittering about and the pappus of the dandelions thickly floating in the air. Gouache 10" x 14".
- [Bridge Over the Canal at Geesbrug](https://normacili.com/2026/06/20/bridge-over-the-canal-at-geesbrug/) - On the hottest June 19th ever recorded in the Netherlands I found a shaded spot under our canopy focusing on this scene to push the heat out of my thoughts. This is in the Drenthe province where Van Gogh decided to become a full time painter. Gouache A5 sand coloured paper.
- [Formal Tea](https://normacili.com/2026/06/16/formal-tea/) - A gold leaf tea set is at the ready for afternoon tea. Gouache 30 cm x40 cm.
- [Goats in Shade](https://normacili.com/2026/06/02/goats-in-shade/) - These goats look like an Angora goat breed. They were resting in shade in the National Park de Alda Feanen. Gouache 10" x 14".
- [The Three Islands](https://normacili.com/2026/06/11/the-three-islands/) - Looking from Gozo to Comino and Malta on a hot spring day. Gouache 24cm x 30 cm
- [Big Sky Sheep](https://normacili.com/2026/06/06/big-sky-sheep/) - These sheep were grazing under the big skies of the Netherlands in Friesland off the Dokkumer Grotdjip canal. Gouache 8.2" x 12.2".
- [Farm Across the Island](https://normacili.com/2026/05/29/farm-across-the-island/) - This was the view across from our mooring yesterday. Definitely took some artistic license with this using my new Inktense ink pallette, pencils, gouache and pen & ink. A4.
- [Bird Alert](https://normacili.com/2026/03/21/bird-alert-or-3-birds-walked-into-a-bar/) - It was truly surprising to come upon a guineafowl, peacock and turkey in our village. There are many birds living freely in a field here including a white peacock and varieties of hens/roosters. The expression on the guineafowl's face was quite funny. Gouache 8" x 10".
- [Light on a Cactus](https://normacili.com/2026/05/04/light-on-a-cactus/) - This prickly pear cactus painting was developed based on a smaller study. 50 x 60 cm oil on linen.
- [The Plate](https://normacili.com/2025/11/26/the-plate/) - A Sicilian plate decorated with lemons and pomegranates is so Mediterranean and for me, irresistible to paint. Gouache 40 x 30 cm. A progression of the work is attached. SOLD
- [Afternoon Coffee](https://normacili.com/2025/12/26/afternoon-coffee/) - This porcelain coffee set makes for a pleasant yet formal afternoon respite. Many ofthese pieces carry family history that is very sweet in recollection. Gouache and oil pastel 30cm x 40cm.
- [Orchid with Teapot](https://normacili.com/2026/01/07/orchid-with-teapot/) - I received a beautiful orchid a beautiful orchid and felt it contrasted well with the yellow teapot. The last in the teapot series for awhile. 21 x 31cm gouache.
- [The French Press](https://normacili.com/2026/01/21/the-french-press/) - Gouache 10" x 14".
- [Spring in the Harbour](https://normacili.com/2026/03/03/spring-in-the-harbour/) - After a winter of relentless gales, the wind finally held its breath. I took advantage of the rare stillness to get outdoors with this 60x70 canvas. There’s nothing quite like the peace of a quiet day to really dive into a piece this size especially as it was too large for my pochade box panel
- [Tulips in Sicilian Jug](https://normacili.com/2026/02/22/tulips-in-sicilian-jug/) - This was my Valentine's bouquet made even more special in this colourful jug and set next to this fun carefree plate. Gouache 8" x 6".
- [Mgarr Harbour Sheltered](https://normacili.com/2026/02/20/mgarr-harbour-sheltered/) - ​After a month of relentless gales, I finally found a moment of relative calm. I tucked into a sheltered corner at the water’s edge in Mġarr Harbour, hiding behind the piled dock floats to escape the Force 4 winds.
- [Les Macarones](https://normacili.com/2016/05/25/les-macarones/) - This little still life features my dear friend and pastry chef Paul Garcia's delicious french macarones. The little pink one in the right corner is one of Patricia's (his wife and my other dear friend) favorites - raspberry. 5" X 7" oil on ampersand gesso board. SOLD
- [Red flesh figs](https://normacili.com/2017/10/20/red-flesh-figs/) - These figs are by far the most beautiful fall fruit with their green outer skin and the magenta color fruit on the inside. All these are fruits of the fall, with the figs coming from my friend Patricia and the apples off our tree. So happy to do a real painting again after weeks of
- [Mooring at Akkrum](https://normacili.com/2020/08/10/mooring-at-akkrum/) - During this heat wave everyone spends the day in and out of the water. It's boats, boats, boats everywhere. Gouache on hot pressed paper 8 1/2 x 5 1/4". Sold
- [Zoutkamp](https://normacili.com/2023/07/11/zoutkamp/) - Zoudkamp harbour is part of the Lauwersoog fishing village at the Lauersmeer. Just loved these very colourful buildings at the Port. We have visited here twice, such a charming place. Gouache 6" x 8". SOLD
- [Three Teapots](https://normacili.com/2025/12/10/three-teapots/) - So many memories from all the pots, each one very different from the other. In progress photos below showing the development of the potd as if they were individual models. 30 x 40cm gouache.
- [Blue with Orange](https://normacili.com/2023/06/06/blue-with-orange/) - A new coffee set with wild roses collected from the shore of the Sneek Houkesloot canal. Love collecting these old porcelain pieces from the Netherlands. Gouache on hot pressed paper 14" x 10".
- [Windmills by the Sea](https://normacili.com/2025/11/10/windmills-by-the-sea/) - These windmills are just above Ghajnsielem looking down toward Comino and Malta. I just love the shipping/ferry activity in the sea between the islands. 16" x 20" oil on canvas.
- [Porto San Stefano](https://normacili.com/2021/10/19/porto-san-stefano/) - Lovely town of Porto San Stefano had all the beautiful colours one expects to see in Italy. Very typical speed boats Riviera style. The town is on a small peninsula in the province of Grovetown Italy. Oil on linen 8" x 10". SOLD
- [The Pier at Ring](https://normacili.com/2025/05/17/the-pier-at-ring/) - Ii sat on the slip way painting these boats as the tide was out. Gouache 8.27" x 11.69".
- [Leeuwarden Prinsetuin](https://normacili.com/2025/09/13/leeuwarden-prinsetuin/) - Leeuwarden Prinsetuin on the water opposite our mooring. 8" x 6" gouache.
- [Horses Along the Canal](https://normacili.com/2025/09/06/horses-along-the-canal/) - The fall weather is starting, and the light is changing. These horses are fenced in along the side of the canal in a very pastoral scene. Gouache 8.27" x 11.69"
- [Black Swans](https://normacili.com/2025/08/28/black-swans-2/) - In the Limberg Province and here in Roermond, the black swans can usually be seen. These two are in shadow, so you can really appreciate their deep colouring. 6" x 8" gouache.
- [On the Tow Path](https://normacili.com/2025/08/23/on-the-tow-path/) - These massively strong horses were pulling an old Dutch Sailing Ship on the tow path running next to the canal in Oudewater. This is how it was done when ships did not have engines and the canals were too narrow to hoist sails for maneuvering. It was an unusual scene for us to see. 30
- [Blue Jug](https://normacili.com/2025/08/16/blue-jug/) - Picked some pyracantha on the shore and set up a scene with a jug from Gouda. This type of pottery is more for everyday use and has been made for a very long time in this region of South Holland. 9.5" x 11.75" gouache
- [Stork in Shadow](https://normacili.com/2025/08/18/stork-in-shadow/) - Late in the day, this stork was grazing for bugs in the tall grass. 7" x 5" gouache.
- [The Kingfisher](https://normacili.com/2025/08/11/the-kingfisher/) - Spotting these lovely little birds in the woods and waterways they inhabit can be a challenge, but if you're lucky enough to catch a glimpse, it's a real treat for the eye. 5" x 7" gouache.
- [A Drink at the Water's Edge](https://normacili.com/2022/07/05/a-drink-at-the-waters-edge/) - Two geese, one emperor and the other a toulouse goose. 21 cm x 29 cm mixed media, pen and ink, water colour pencils and gouache.
- [Egyptian Goose](https://normacili.com/2025/08/13/egyptian-goose-2/) - These gorgeous creatures can often be found standing on a piling overlooking the water and other birds nearby. Their highly made-up eye is really distinct, as well as their sharply distinguished and colourful plumage. 7" x 5" gouache, pen & ink.
- [The Redhead](https://normacili.com/2025/08/09/the-redhead/) - These women were so engaged in conversation, and with their cheerful dress patterns, they were hard to resist. 7" x "5" oil pastel.
- [Tulips](https://normacili.com/2024/02/21/tulips/) - This gift of tulips from a friend boosted the feeling of an early spring in the kitchen. 14" x 10" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [The Jackdaw](https://normacili.com/2025/08/05/the-jackdaw/) - These birds have always intrigued me. Their symbolism is varied across cultures. I like to think of them as a good omen representing new life, intelligence and even rain. Gouache and pen & ink 7" x 5".
- [A Glance](https://normacili.com/2025/08/03/a-glance/) - This woman caught my eye with her colourful appearance and character. Did she give me that look if she thought she caught me trying to capture her image? That remains a question left to the imagination. This started out with conte crayon and the moved on to oil pastel. 7" x 5"
- [Harbour Activities](https://normacili.com/2019/04/01/harbour-activities/) - The activity in Mgarr Harbour keeps drawing me back there to paint. Horses were again exercising with a swim off the pier. A crane suspended over the water sat idle as fishermen talked and unraveled their nets. Oil on canvas 60cm x 80 cm.
- [Haarlem](https://normacili.com/2025/07/29/haarlem/) - We spent five nights moored in the middle of Haarlem. It is such a beautiful city with gorgeous architecture and museums. We were right across from Teylers Museum, the Netherlands' first and oldest museum. which is full of natural science, the history of many inventions, light, electricity, batteries, and more. Peiter Teyler van der Hulst
- [Twuyvermolen](https://normacili.com/2025/07/20/twuyvermolen/) - We moored opposite this beautiful molen originally built in 1663 and restored in 2014. It was a real treat to paint off the back of the boat with that lovely view. Gouache 14" x 10". @twuyvermolen
- [Land of Molens and Birds](https://normacili.com/2025/07/20/land-of-molens-and-birds/) - This molen was in Burgerbrug. This is the land of molens and birds. Gouache 24cm x 30 cm.
- [Light House and Sea Holly](https://normacili.com/2025/07/18/light-house-and-sea-holly/) - This scene is off the North Sea in Egmond an Zee. The flower is Eryngium maritimum, commonly known as Sea Holly. It was so amazing growing with the tall dune grass really grabbing my attention.
- [Yellow Teapot](https://normacili.com/2021/05/25/yellow-teapot/) - Loved the way the teapot lit up with the sun on it's surface. 6" x 8" gouache on hot pressed paper. SOLD
- [All about roses!](https://normacili.com/2016/01/11/all-about-roses/) - This still life was fun for me to paint as it included a rose fabric, roses from the garden, Roses Irish tea and best of all Cadbury's Roses candies from Ireland. When I finished a perfect cup of tea and a sweet was my treat! Oil on canvas panel 12X16.
- [Motivated Goose](https://normacili.com/2025/07/07/motivated-goose/) - These Toulouse geese are quite assertive and a bit intimidating. This one, in particular, was really huge at 3 to 3.5 feet. Gouache 30 x 24 cm
- [The Chrysanthemum](https://normacili.com/2025/06/26/the-chrysanthemum/) - Still life on board ship with lovely fresh flowers and cherries which are finally available in the market. 40 x 30 cm gouache.
- [Skutsjesilen](https://normacili.com/2025/06/23/skutsjesilen/) - These boats were lined up at the start for a race in Friesland. The lake was packed with many other ships for these sailing events. 21 x 31cm (8.2" x 12.2") gouache.
- [Giant Hogweed at Ijlst](https://normacili.com/2025/06/20/giant-hogweed-at-ijlst/) - This beautiful flowering plant is giant hogweed, which can easily burn your skin if you touch or pick it. Misleading how beautiful it looks, yet how caustic it can be. Someone described it as poison ivy on steroids. Gouache 8" x 6".
- [Grou](https://normacili.com/2020/08/14/grou/) - This charming street Oerhaelspaed leads to Sint Piter's Church seen at the end of the block. The town of Grou is located on the Pikmeer lake and the Prinses Margrietkanaal. Rather than celebrate St. Nicholas in December, they celebrate St. Peter in February. Gouache 8 1/2" × 5 1/4" on hot pressed paper.
- [Green Apples](https://normacili.com/2025/06/16/green-apples/) - Still life. Gouache 10" x 14".
- [Toulouse Goose](https://normacili.com/2025/06/12/toulouse-goose/) - The minder of all the other geese on the slip way. She's a real standout! Gouache 40cm x 30cm.
- [Sunning near the Willow](https://normacili.com/2025/06/09/sunning-near-the-willow/) - Oil pastel 11.69" x 8.27"
- [Wild flowers](https://normacili.com/2025/06/03/wild-flowers-2/) - These wild flowers grow on the shore of the Houkesleat Canal near our boat mooring. They were a good match with my new cadmium green vases. Gouache 11.7" x 8.3".
- [Timoleague](https://normacili.com/2025/05/24/timoleague/) - Looking across the tidal water from Courtmacsherry to Timoleague and the Abbey. It was founded in 1240 by one of the MacCarthys for the Franciscans. Gouache 10" x 14".
- [Dunworly](https://normacili.com/2025/05/21/dunworly/) - Dunworly features many rock formations jutting up and out along the coast. The pink thrift plant is plentiful along the edge of the grass, overhanging the beach on the top of the cliffs. Gouache 8.27 x 11.69".
- [Broadstrand Bay Beach](https://normacili.com/2025/05/15/broadstrand-bay-beach/) - Lovely sunny day at the beach in Courtmacsherry. 6 x 8" gouache.
- [Vines and Xewkija](https://normacili.com/2019/06/28/vines-and-xewkija/) - Wanted to get another vineyard painting in before the opportunity was gone. You can see the Rotunda popping up over the hillside. It was roasters out there at nearly 30° c today, but I somehow managed to survive with my hat, umbrella and a huge bottle of water. Two vineyard workers from Ghana chatted with
- [Vines and Xewkija at Il-Hagar](https://normacili.com/2020/03/06/vines-and-xwekija-at-il-hagar/) - Vines and Xewkija, painting at the exhibition "Stance" in Il-Ħaġar Museum, Victoria, Gozo. The show is up through Mar 23. 60 x 80 cm in oil on canvas.
- [Let’s take a tour through the “Stance” Exhibition at Il-Ħaġar Museum installment 2](https://normacili.com/2020/04/06/lets-take-a-tour-through-the-stance-exhibition-at-il-hagar-museum-installment-2/) - The exhibition “Stance” was interrupted by the closure of the museum due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Let's continue the tour - this is the second in a series of blog posts that describes one's experience of attending the exhibition going room by room. We hope you will enjoy these paintings and posts. If are interested
- [Wild Fennel](https://normacili.com/2025/04/08/wild-fennel/) - The wild fennel between the prickly pears and wild snap dragons on the hill reigned above the sea. 30 x 40 cm oil pastels on hot pressed paper.
- [Storybook Garden](https://normacili.com/2025/03/15/storybook-garden/) - I recently revisited this painting. It represents a very memorable time in Noordwijk where the owners of this charming home brought me cheese, fruits, pastry, and even asked what kind of water I would prefer while painting. They could not have been nicer. 12" x 16" oil on stretched canvas.
- [Cittadella Spring Day](https://normacili.com/2025/03/31/cittadella-spring-day/) - Oil pastels 5 7/8" x 8 1/4 "
- [Geraniums in Vase](https://normacili.com/2025/03/27/geraniums-in-vase-2/) - A simple sketch 8 1/4" x 5 7/8" oil pastels.
- [Abundant Prickly Pear Cactus](https://normacili.com/2021/12/06/abundant-prickly-pear/) - This prickly pear had no fruit but loads of paddles with wild fennel growing next to it. All with a view to the Mediterranean Sea. 9 x 12" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [A Tangle of Cactus](https://normacili.com/2023/12/11/a-tangle-of-cactus/) - Cactus in shadow on an overcast day. 12" x 16" oil on linen.
- [Marsalforn Wind Storm](https://normacili.com/2024/04/19/marsalforn-wind-storm/) - An impression of the super windy day today in Marsalforn. 8.27" x 11.69" gouache. SOLD
- [Marsalforn Waterfront](https://normacili.com/2025/03/13/marsalforn-waterfront/) - Gouache on paper 8.27" x 11.69".
- [Cactus to the Sea](https://normacili.com/2025/02/22/cactus-to-the-sea/) - Cape sorrel, wild fennel, and snap dragons making a show of themselves around the cactus. The sea is ahead in Marsalforn with Tas-Salvatur on the hilltop 50 x 70cm oil on canvas.
- [Spring in Gozo](https://normacili.com/2025/02/13/spring-in-gozo/) - Cape Sorrel covers the hillsides, and beautiful skies are here for now. 1st sketch other than life drawing last night with my new eyes. A5 oil pastels.
- [Tulips and Sea](https://normacili.com/2025/01/25/tulips-and-sea/) - Oil pastel on A5 paper.
- [Light on the Sea](https://normacili.com/2024/11/29/light-on-the-sea/) - The view from above Hondoq toward Comino and Malta on a partly cloudy day lit up the sea where the sun broke through. Gouache on paper 10" x 14".
- [The Countryside](https://normacili.com/2024/11/22/the-countryside/) - As the fields respond to the recent rains, the countryside begins to show more colour. Oil pastes on canvas A5.
- [Blue Vase](https://normacili.com/2024/06/03/blue-vase/) - The start of a new season on the water and three new subject vases. Flowers from my wedding anniversary are included to make the scene complete. 14" x 10" gouache.
- [A few small sea sketches](https://normacili.com/2024/11/12/a-few-small-sea-sketches/) - Capturing some of our local sealife. A turtle and tuna. A few hundred sea turtle babies made it to the sea this year from several Malta and Gozo locations. Had fun combining these two medium oil pastels and gouache 5" x 7".
- [Sanap Toward Xlendi](https://normacili.com/2024/11/08/sanap-toward-xlendi/) - At the top road of Sanap Cliffs, a left turn takes you down a steep road toward Xlendi and the sea. The fields are all ready and waiting for the rain. 60 cm x 80 cm oil on canvas.
- [Sea and Sky](https://normacili.com/2024/10/20/sea-and-sky/) - A simply gorgeous day after our overnight downpour. Looking out at the Med from Marsalforn. A4 oil pastels on canvas textured paper.
- [Prickly Pear in Shadow](https://normacili.com/2024/01/23/prickly-pear-in-shadow/) - This large painting was developed from a smaller study. It was a challenging exercise, not as simple as just making it larger. Those kinds of paintings are a lot of fun. 60 cm x 80 cm oil on canvas.
- [New Cards](https://normacili.com/2024/10/18/new-cards-3/) - Just finished these new cards. The originals are gouache and represent a very limited printed edition. They were created between spring and summer this year, reflecting not only where I live but where I traveled to. Click on the link to see all of them.
- [The Boats in Delfzijl](https://normacili.com/2024/09/17/the-boats-in-delfzijl/) - This is one of the largest seaports in the Netherlands 5" x 7" gouache. .
- [On the Mud in Unterems](https://normacili.com/2024/09/06/on-the-mud-in-unterems/) - We are tidal here off the Ems River. At least every 12 hours boats sit in the mud as the sea retreats. I tried to capture the morning light reflecting off the muddy surface.
- [Two Ferries in Mgarr](https://normacili.com/2024/04/05/two-ferries-in-mgarr/) - One of my favorite places to paint, looking down at the Mgarr Harbour. These ferries are the lifeblood of Gozo. This one required two visits to complete as the harbour is just full of boats to paint! 50 x 70cm oil on canvas.
- [Big Sky Low Lands](https://normacili.com/2024/09/13/big-sky-low-lands/) - Back to the big skies of the Netherlands with ground lower than the canals. 8.27" x 11.69" gouache on blue paper.
- [Faded Flowers](https://normacili.com/2024/09/10/faded-flowers/) - The progression of the dying sunflowers. 11.69" x 8.27" gouache.
- [Fading Flowers](https://normacili.com/2024/09/04/fading-flowers/) - The sunflowers' leaves are starting to fade and dry up, making them a more interesting subject to paint. 11.69" x 8.27" gouache on gold toned paper.
- [Shadow Play](https://normacili.com/2024/08/30/shadow-play/) - The light coming into the cabin gave some interesting shadows. Gouache 8" x 6".
- [Euville, Lorraine Department](https://normacili.com/2024/07/29/st-etienne-loire-department/) - Beautiful town of Euville, a view from the Meuse Department. A gouache sketch, 5 x 7".
- [Reisling Along the Mosel](https://normacili.com/2024/08/18/reisling-along-the-mosel/) - This is Reisling country, where the finest vines grow along the Mosel River. They are grown on every south and westerly sloping hillside here. Some appear to be planted vertically. Gouache 10" x 14.
- [Roman & Toulouse Geese Friends](https://normacili.com/2024/08/16/roman-toulouse-geese-friends/) - These two geese were hanging out on the dock together, somehow reminiscent of a story book tale. The Roman had a beautiful little crown and the Toulouse a wagging and very distinct throat. This green paper makes a challenge in accomplishing colour choices. 6" x 8" gouache on green paper.
- [Egyptian Geese](https://normacili.com/2024/08/12/egyptian-geese/) - It's always enchanting to see these Egyptian geese. I just love their dramatic eyes! 8.3" x 11.7" gouache on black paper.
- [Evening Along the River](https://normacili.com/2024/08/10/evening-along-the-river/) - This was evening along the River Saar, right across from our mooring in a National Park. 6"x 8" gouache.
- [Saarburg](https://normacili.com/2024/08/07/saarburg/) - Captivating town on the Saar River. 8" x 6" gouache
- [Temple Neuf in Metz](https://normacili.com/2024/08/01/temple-neuf-in-metz/) - Great view of Temple Neuf (neo-Romanesque style, Protestant church), the park, and all the water activities on the Moselle from our mooring in the inner harbour. 6" x 8" gouache.
- [Rolling Hills of the Meuse](https://normacili.com/2024/07/24/rolling-hills-of-the-meuse/) - Ambly- sur- Meuse hillside was abundant with sunflowers, corn, and wheat. Gouache 8.27" x 11.69".
- [Sea of Sunflowers](https://normacili.com/2024/07/20/sea-of-sunflowers/) - Endless sunflowers lined the Meuse, making it feel as though you could get lost in the density of the blossoms and leaves. Gouache 11.69" x 8.27".
- [Campagne de la Meuse](https://normacili.com/2024/07/18/campagne-de-la-meuse/) - 5" x 7" gouache study..
- [Quilted Sky Sedan](https://normacili.com/2024/07/17/quilted-sky-sedan/) - There have been many weather events in France this year. The sky at sunset was particularly eye-catching with the quilted appearance of the cloud layer. 8.3" x 11.7" Gouache, pen & ink.
- [Dinant](https://normacili.com/2024/07/01/dinant/) - Gouache 8.27" x 11.69"
- [There were Three](https://normacili.com/2024/07/01/there-were-three/) - 6" x 8" gouache on hot pressed sennelier paper.
- [Gerbera Bouquet](https://normacili.com/2024/06/22/gerbera-bouquet/) - 14" x 10" gouache.
- [In the Garden](https://normacili.com/2024/06/24/in-the-garden/) - Porter sunning in the garden, her favorite spot. 7" x 5" gouache.
- [Geese](https://normacili.com/2024/06/19/geese/) - 7" x 5" watercolour pencil, gouache, pen & ink.
- [Waterlillies in Maasduinen](https://normacili.com/2024/06/18/waterlillies-in-maasduinen/) - Gouache on green paper 8.3 x 11.7".
- [Cows at Rest](https://normacili.com/2024/06/15/cows-at-rest/) - Cows on the shore of the Maas. 7" x 5" gouache, pen & ink.
- [Wrecked Fisherman](https://normacili.com/2024/06/11/wrecked-fisherman/) - Influenced by the Elberg Sand Sculpture Museum. Gouache 10" x 14".
- [The Biesbosch](https://normacili.com/2024/06/13/the-biesbosch/) - This National Park is tranquil and yet full of birds singing, including the cuckoo. A greylag goose swims by. 5" x 7" gouache and pen & ink.
- [Cool Cat](https://normacili.com/2024/06/06/jade-the-cool-cat/) - Gouache on grey paper 8.3" x 11.7".
- [Bunch of Garlic](https://normacili.com/2023/02/14/bunch-of-garlic/) - My neighbor gifted me this beautiful bunch of garlic. This is quick study 16" x 12" oil on canvas. SOLD
- [Turfschip](https://normacili.com/2024/06/03/turfschip/) - Overcast day with turfschip and many others sailing on the Tjeukemeer. 6" x 8" gouache on denim paper.
- [Almond Flowers](https://normacili.com/2020/02/25/almond-flowers/) - The almonds and fruit trees are in bloom here on Gozo. It was a great surprise that the blooms match so closely to my great grandmother's Nippon vase. Though I was really busy the last few days, it was now or wait until next year to paint them. Gouache 6.5 × 10.5" on cold pressed
- [Light on a Rose](https://normacili.com/2020/03/08/light-on-a-rose/) - Picked some Gozo spring flowers, the crown daisy and pink asphodel combining them with florist blooms in this beautiful vase. Gouache 6.5" x 10.5" on hot pressed paper. SOLD
- [Yellow Teapot with Flowers](https://normacili.com/2024/05/14/yellow-teapot-with-flowers/) - Gouache 30cm x 40cm (11.80" x 15.75")
- [Ir Ramla to the Beach](https://normacili.com/2024/03/22/ir-ramla-to-the-beach/) - From the end of Triq Ir Ramla down the valley toward Ramla Beach and the Mediterranean Sea. Spring full on with beautiful oranges right below the view point. 60 x 80 cm oil on canvas. SOLD
- [Charity Valley Farmhouse](https://normacili.com/2015/08/17/charity-valley-farmhouse/) - The light sparkles on the Charity Valley farmhouse from Blue Lakes Road. I'll be riding on one of their beautiful horses soon www.kirkwoodsierraoutfitters.com! Oil on canvas 22X28.
- [Thunderbird Cove](https://normacili.com/2016/04/26/thunderbird-cove/) - Painted with Monica Johnson at Thunderbird Cove next to the Lodge in Nevada today. The weather was very unsettled with snow flurries, wind and occasional sunshine. We hiked down to the beach which seemed quick till we had to come back up the hill. Fun as always painting with a friend in plein air! Oil
- [A Day on the Med](https://normacili.com/2024/04/27/a-day-on-the-med/) - Waters is a bit calmer but still wavy today in Marsalforn before the gale comes in tomorrow. 30cm x 40 cm oil on linen.
- [Almond Trees and Cape Sorrel](https://normacili.com/2024/03/22/almond-trees-and-cape-sorrel/) - View from Nadur to Xaghra from a friend's rooftop terrace. The almond trees in flower and all the cape sorrel really caught my eye. It was very windy and knew the blossoms would not stay on the trees long. I started out with larger canvas which fell over in the first 10 minutes, so opted
- [Ginger in the Window](https://normacili.com/2024/04/01/ginger-in-the-window/) - This little ginger kitty found creative ways to get my attention and food jumping onto the sill of the kitchen window. Gouache 7" x 5".
- [Teapot and Orange Berries](https://normacili.com/2020/08/08/teapot-and-orange-berries/) - Gouache on hot pressed paper 8 1/2 × 5 1/4".
- [Hay  Bales](https://normacili.com/2020/05/20/hay-bales/) - Into the summer we go! These hay bales will quickly disappear moving to where all the animals are kept indoors and out of the heat. Gouache on hot pressed paper 26 x 18 cm.
- [Light on the Onion Field](https://normacili.com/2020/06/23/light-on-the-onion-field/) - Early evening light cast a beautiful yellow glow on this onion field. The limestone blocks separate fields on one side and rubble walls on the other. The windmills pump water to the fields. These little huts hold the farmers tools. Gouache on hot pressed paper 10 1/4" x 7".
- [Salt pans toward Xwejni Bay](https://normacili.com/2022/01/01/salt-pans-toward-xwejni-bay/) - A beautiful crisp day on the salt pans of Marsalforn and the Mediterranean Sea. Gouache on hot pressed paper 9" x 6.5".
- [Prickly Pear Bumper Crop](https://normacili.com/2020/10/23/prickly-pear-bumper-crop/) - The prickly pear are showing an overabundance of fruit this year. Love this plant. It has such character. Gouache on hot pressed paper 10 3/4" x 8".
- [The Bee-Eaters on Cactus](https://normacili.com/2021/02/03/the-bee-eaters-on-cactus/) - The European bee-eaters arrive in Malta during spring and autumn. Their colours are absolutely beautiful. Gouache on Arches 300 lb paper 26" x 20".
- [Pelican](https://normacili.com/2020/09/19/pelican/) - Gouache on hot pressed paper 5 1/2" x 8 1/2".
- [Santa Verna and Xaghra](https://normacili.com/2021/02/25/santa-venera-and-xaghra/) - Santa Verna Temple megalithic stone remains from 3200-2500 B.C. sit in a lovely field with beautiful wildflowers and is surrounded by many small farms. From this vantage point you can see the center of Xaghra with the church and the Ta' Kola windmill originating in 1725. 9 x 8 1/4" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Flowers to the Cittadella](https://normacili.com/2021/01/21/flowers-to-cittadella/) - This view is from the outskirts of Victoria looking toward the Cittadella with Xewkija on the left. The cape sorrell is a common spring flower in Gozo and carpets this orchard in a brilliant lemon yellow. 16" x 12" oil on canvas.
- [Window Orchid](https://normacili.com/2021/05/10/window-orchid/) - 8" x 6" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Ship's Flowers](https://normacili.com/2021/06/21/ships-flowers/) - Interior boat scene with fresh flowers. Gouache 6" x 8" on hot pressed paper.
- [Boats in Mgarr](https://normacili.com/2022/03/15/boats-in-mgarr/) - After multiple sessions to get the same light conditions I was able to complete this painting. Mostly, one hand held the canvas from blowing down in the wind with other one doing all the work. This is our lovely Mgarr Harbour on Gozo. Oil on canvas 50cm x 70cm.
- [Heavy with Fruit](https://normacili.com/2021/10/13/heavy-with-fruit/) - This year's prickly pears are so abundant the pads are curving with the weight of the fruit. Oil on canvas 60 x 80 cm.
- [From Qala to Malta](https://normacili.com/2022/04/30/from-qala-to-malta/) - This is one of my favorite views looking from Qala over to Malta. The sea is full of activity and the textures on the land are so interesting. 8 x 10" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Local Geese](https://normacili.com/2023/03/31/local-geese/) - While these geese live on a farm in Gozo, they are not indigenous. Gouache on hot pressed paper 8" x 10".
- [Down Killary Fiord](https://normacili.com/2022/05/25/down-killary-fiord/) - This is a popular fly-fishing spot on the fiord with lush greenery including the rhododendron all around. The falls on the other side if the bridge push rushing water past the boulders. 8" x 10" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Blue Porcelain and Almond Blossoms](https://normacili.com/2022/02/06/blue-porcelain-and-almond-blossoms/) - It's the almond season again and the blossoms are wonderfully fragrant filling the room with their scent. 9" x 12" Gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Saloon](https://normacili.com/2023/09/09/saloon/) - A celebration of dutch fresh flowers for the saloon of our boat in while in the Netherlands. Gerber, clematis and mums decorated the room. Gouache 10" x 14" on hot pressed paper.
- [Sun in the Cabin](https://normacili.com/2022/09/05/sun-in-the-cabin/) - The sun came streaming into the cabin casting nice shadow effects. Gouache 24 x 32cm on hahnemuhle hot pressed paper.
- [Orchids in the Window](https://normacili.com/2022/11/28/orchids-in-the-window/) - Gouache 16.5" x 11.7" cold pressed paper.
- [Ferry at Mgarr Harbour](https://normacili.com/2022/12/07/ferry-at-mgarr-harbour/) - The Gozo ferries are enormous holding cars and passengers departing on the half hour to Malta. This is a very busy harbour with Ft. Chambray and the church along the crest of the hill keeping a watchful eye over the port. 60cm x 80cm oil on canvas.
- [From Calypso Cave to Ramla Bay](https://normacili.com/2022/11/04/from-calypso-cave-to-ramla-bay/) - View is from Calypso Cave viewpoint down toward Ramla Bay with it's unmistakable red sand beach. Returned to this location several days to capture this scene. 60cm x 80cm oil on canvas.
- [Season's End in Ramla Valley](https://normacili.com/2022/11/13/seasons-end-in-ramla-valley/) - Here the grape vines are drying up, the olives picked and many of the fields plowed as fall ends in the valley. Winter potatoes and kale would be next crop. Nadur is visible on the hilltop. We start the greening season as the rains fall. 60cm x 80cm oil on canvas.
- [Above Hondoq](https://normacili.com/2023/03/22/above-hondoq/) - 12" x 16" oil on canvas. Looking toward Comino and Malta from the hill at Hondoq.
- [Across the Gozo Channel](https://normacili.com/2023/01/18/across-the-gozo-channel/) - This view is on the road to Qala. Ghajnsielem Church is in shadow. Windmills dot the hillside deliverIng water to the farmer's fields. Comino and Malta are in the distance across the Gozo Channel. 70cm x 90cm oil on canvas.
- [Reflecting Clouds](https://normacili.com/2024/02/19/reflecting-clouds/) - These cumulus clouds reflected softly on the Mediterranean waters of Marsalforn Bay. Oil pastels on paper A5.
- [Gerberas](https://normacili.com/2024/02/13/gerberas/) - A little indoor still life on a windy day 40 x 30 cm gouache.
- [Recent cards](https://normacili.com/2024/02/10/recent-cards/) - Just printed a very limited edition of these cards. Enjoyed doing a series of local sea creatures.
- [Sanap Cliffs](https://normacili.com/2023/03/06/sanap-cliffs/) - A real weather day with showers, sun and lots if clouds looking toward Malta from atop the Sanap Cliffs. 16" x 12" oil on linen.
- [Twisted Pines](https://normacili.com/2022/01/10/twisted-pines/) - Here are a few of the twisted stone pines growing along the road to Marsalforn. It was a crazy windy day and required one hand holding back the canvas and the right hand doing all the work. Oil on canvas 50cm x 70 cm.
- [Cat on House Roof with Onlooker](https://normacili.com/2024/02/03/cat-on-house-roof-with-onlooker/) - There's a cat house nearby to where we live. Sometimes there are 13 cats there. This is an oil pastel on an oil canvas sheet A4. Steep learning curve using this medium.
- [Birthday Bouquets](https://normacili.com/2024/01/30/birthday-bouquets/) - Gouache 14" x 11" Birthday Bouquets gouache 14" x 11"
- [Mandarins and Turnips](https://normacili.com/2024/01/10/mandarins-and-turnips/) - My friend and neighbor grew these beautiful foods. The birds nest was found in my back garden. 10" x 14" gouache.
- [Pink Ballerina](https://normacili.com/2024/01/06/pink-ballerina/) - From the President's New Years concert we had a lovely dance by a beautiful ballerina. 7" x 5" gouache.
- [Cliff Fishing on the Med](https://normacili.com/2024/01/04/cliff-fishing-on-the-med/) - During wind events fishermen chum the waters of the Mediterranean on the cliff edge next the salt pans hoping to catch something in the huge waves hitting the shore. 12" x 16" oil on linen.
- [Outside of Weesp Harbour](https://normacili.com/2023/12/07/outside-of-weesp-harbour/) - Revisited this scene from Weesp. 12" x 16" oil on linen.
- [Outgrown](https://normacili.com/2023/11/20/outgrown/) - A bit of whimsy with a fancy goldfish. 5" x 7" gouache.
- [Dry Season](https://normacili.com/2023/11/13/dry-season/) - Farmer's field in Xaghra looking toward Zebbug. The landscape is unusually parched. Normally this time of year the fields should all be green. Oil on canvas 12" x 16".
- [New Cards](https://normacili.com/2023/11/09/new-cards-2/) - Printed new cards from some of my summer sketches. 5" x 7" and can be mailed or framed. They are blank inside. 6 cards for $24 plus shipping $3.00. A few have had fresh gouache applied to enhance the colours closer to original. Please send me a message if you are interested ncili@sbcglobal.net
- [Bougainvillea Doorway](https://normacili.com/2023/11/03/bougainvillea-doorway/) - Gouache 12" x 9".
- [Marsalforn Bay](https://normacili.com/2023/10/23/marsalforn-bay/) - Quite busy this October with warm weather. A huge sailing yacht flying a Jamaican flag sits among the smaller boats in the bay. 9.1" x 12.2"gouache.
- [Stavoren](https://normacili.com/2023/09/16/stavoren/) - Two black goats clear the grass in the front field of these colourful houses on the coast of the IJsselmeer in Stavoren. Gouache 5" x 6 7/8".
- [Dutch Ship Sketches](https://normacili.com/2023/09/14/dutch-ship-sketches/) - Small sketches of ships underway in Friesland. Gouache each is 5" x 6 7/8".
- [Water Lilies 2](https://normacili.com/2023/09/05/water-lilies-2/) - Gouache 8.3" x 11.7" on denim paper.
- [Mums](https://normacili.com/2023/09/02/mums/) - Gouache 6 7/8" x 5".
- [The Water Lilies](https://normacili.com/2023/09/01/the-water-lilies/) - Gouache 8.3" x 11.7"
- [Through the Window](https://normacili.com/2023/08/29/through-the-window-2/) - Gouache 6" x 8.25".
- [Watermelon](https://normacili.com/2023/08/27/watermelon/) - Gouache 11.7" x 8.3".
- [Lake Sunset](https://normacili.com/2023/08/24/lake-sunset/) - Gouache on black paper 6" x 8.25".
- [Waren Muritz](https://normacili.com/2023/08/21/waren-muritz/) - Lovely town in the state of Mechlinburg-Vopormmern, Germany at the northern end of Lake Muritz. Super busy sport boating port. Gouache on lilac paper 5.5" x 8.25".
- [Hanover Street](https://normacili.com/2023/08/19/hanover-street/) - Gouache and pen & ink 5" x 6 7/8".
- [The Look](https://normacili.com/2023/08/15/the-look/) - The way the mother looks at you when you get too close to her lamb. Gouache 5" x 6 7/8".
- [Wing on Wing](https://normacili.com/2023/08/15/wing-on-wing/) - Crossing the Muritz See on a wing on wing point of sail (downwind sailing) and for me in contre- jour. Approx 4" x 5.5" gouache on green paper.
- [M'Asal Beag Dubh (My Little Black Donkey)](https://normacili.com/2023/08/12/masal-beag-dubh-my-little-black-donkey/) - Famous short story by Padraic O'Conaire. A man pays more than the little donkey was worth as the owner oversells its' virtue. This is was an old scene from from the Blasket Islands. 10" x 14" gouache on hot pressed paper.j
- [The Blue Window](https://normacili.com/2023/08/10/the-blue-window/) - These hydrangeas were really eye catching in a corner of the Ballymore Demesne 17th century country house. The blue window pulled you in further. 16" 12" oil on linen
- [Waiting for the Tide](https://normacili.com/2023/08/10/waiting-for-the-tide/) - These and many other boats in Passage East were laying about on the mud waiting for the tide to come back in. 16" x 12" oil on linen.
- [Harvesting with Sythe](https://normacili.com/2022/01/26/harvesting-with-sythe/) - Farmer harvesting on a sunny day. Gouache on hot pressed paper 9" x 12".
- [Big Sky Lake](https://normacili.com/2023/07/14/big-sky-lake/) - Grosser Kuhwallsee Lake in the Brandenburg region. This was late in the day with sparkling light dappled across the water. Gouache 5.8 x 8.3"
- [Greylag Geese on Lake](https://normacili.com/2023/07/18/greylag-geese-on-lake/) - These Greylag Geese were everywhere on the Brandenburg Lakes. This scene depicts the town of Furstenberg in the background. Of course I had some fun with this, as no geese were willing to hold a pose. Many flew through a scene regularly with any disturbance. Gouache 10" x 14".
- [Anchored on the Stolpsee](https://normacili.com/2023/07/26/anchored-on-the-stolpsee/) - We were anchored on the Stolpsee Lake surrounded by the beautiful woodlands. Oil on linen 12" x 16".
- [Heusden Stadshaven](https://normacili.com/2021/07/01/heusden-stadshaven/) - Several windmills and a small lifting bridge that today is fixed line one side of the harbour. This is a beautiful Starfort town. It was a grey day today. Oil on linen 16" x 12".
- [Jachthaven Noodergate](https://normacili.com/2020/09/06/jachthaven-noodergate/) - Right next to the Wadden Sea, a Unesco World Heritage site sits next to this beautiful marina looking toward those fun colored buildings. They are all at the sea port where massive numbers of fishing vessels registered across the globe come and go from the docks. Gouache on hot pressed paper 8 1/2" x 5
- [The Card](https://normacili.com/2023/07/05/the-card/) - Interior boat still life. 9.1" x 12.2" gouache.
- [Nectarines and Apples](https://normacili.com/2023/06/26/nectarines-and-apples/) - Gouache 9.1" x 12.2"
- [In Dokkum](https://normacili.com/2023/06/18/in-dokkum/) - One of our favorite moorings in Dokkum. Here we are almost bookended by two beautiful windmills one at each corner on two points of the singel. Gouache 6 7/8" x 5".
- [Cattle on the Shore](https://normacili.com/2023/06/21/cattle-on-the-shore/) - Highland cattle along the Dokkmer Ee. Gouache 5" x 6 7/8"
- [Barge in Leeuwarden](https://normacili.com/2023/06/16/barge-in-leeuwarden/) - 8" x 10" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Two Seagulls](https://normacili.com/2023/06/09/two-seagulls/) - Seagulls in Ireland. Gouache 5 x 6 7/8"
- [Toward Dunmore Head and the Blaskets](https://normacili.com/2023/05/26/toward-dunmore-head-and-baskets/) - Beautiful sunny day. Gouache on hot pressed paper 9.1" x 12.2 "
- [Black Faced Sheep](https://normacili.com/2023/05/21/black-faced-sheep/) - Black faced sheep with her lamb in Kerry 9.4" x 12.6" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Ladies View on the Ring of Kerry](https://normacili.com/2023/05/13/ladies-view-on-the-ring-of-kerry/) - A really lovely and very popular view point so named by Queen Victoria's ladies-in-waiting. 9" x 12" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Met the President of the EU Parliament](https://normacili.com/2023/03/18/met-the-president-of-the-eu-parliament/) - Lovely to meet Roberta Metsola the President of the European Parliament at Il Hagar today as she came to Gozo to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Museum. We spoke about my donated painting Xaghra Farmer from the 'Stance' exhibition I had there in 2020.
- [Toward Ta' Gurdan Lighthouse](https://normacili.com/2023/03/12/toward-ta-gurdan-lighthouse/) - In a field looking toward our lighthouse in Ghasri. 16" x 12" oil on linen.
- [Market Day](https://normacili.com/2015/10/26/market-day/) - Overcast Market Day in lovely Ravieres, Bourgogne Region, France. Plein air 12X16 Oil on canvas panel.
- [Windmill in Xaghra](https://normacili.com/2018/11/29/windmill-in-xaghra/) - Windmills, prickly pear and rubble walls are a big feature and quite charming in Gozo. This scene was painted on the street leading to my home in Xaghra. Oil on linen 12"x16".
- [From Ghajn Lukin ridge](https://normacili.com/2019/03/10/from-ghajn-luqin-ridge/) - Ghajn Lukin ridge in Xaghra. Malta can be seen far left in the distance with the Mediterranean Sea separating our little island of Gozo from the mainland. Xewkija village and the rotunda are a lovely sight from this perch. There is much history here as the plague hospital early 19th century and an ancient megalithic
- [Moored at Dokkum](https://normacili.com/2019/09/25/moored-at-dokkum/) - This windmill was grinding grain as I painted it. Such an amazing mooring right under the molen in Dokkum which is perched atop one of the starfort points on the singel. 12" x 16" oil on linen.
- [Garden Iris](https://normacili.com/2016/04/21/garden-iris/)
- [The Blue Chair](https://normacili.com/2020/11/02/the-blue-chair/) - Gouache on cold pressed paper 10" x 15".
- [Geraniums in Vase](https://normacili.com/2020/12/31/geraniums-in-vase/) - Gouache 12"x9" hot pressed paper.
- [Almond Blossoms and Branched Asphodel](https://normacili.com/2023/03/01/almond-blossoms-and-branched-asphodel/) - Marks of spring with almond blossoms and branched asphodel. 16" x 12" oil on linen.
- [Ducks](https://normacili.com/2023/02/25/ducks/) - This painting presented a challenge when trying to keep colours vibrant. It was a very thirsty A5 Khadi handmade cotton rag. Gouache and ink.
- [The Land and Sea](https://normacili.com/2023/02/18/the-land-and-sea/) - Quick study from Marsalforn. The angles of the jetties and sea walls draw your eye. Gouache on denim paper 6" x 8".
- [Stormy Day on Med](https://normacili.com/2023/02/10/stormy-day-on-med/) - 0ur February Gregale in Marsalforn Bay. 6" x 8" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [New Cards](https://normacili.com/2023/02/04/new-cards/) - I did a very limited print of these gouache paintings to make some cards.
- [Flowers in Vase](https://normacili.com/2023/01/28/flowers-in-vase/) - Gouache 12" x 9" on hot pressed paper.
- [Gozo Aquaduct](https://normacili.com/2019/01/27/gozo-acquaduct/) - This aquaduct was built in 1839 to bring water into Rabat/Victoria on Gozo, as water was only available via wells. It is under restoration. After many rainy days the sun was out today and perfect for painting. Oil on linen 12" x 16".
- [Cittadella Sunset](https://normacili.com/2023/01/06/citadella-sunset/) - Winter sunset with the green countryside here on Gozo. View from the road between Marsalforn and Victoria. Oils on canvas 70cm x 90cm
- [Table Full of Apples](https://normacili.com/2022/12/30/table-full-of-apples/) - Painted in early fall when presented with this abundance and variety of apples on a bright cadmium green table. 5" x 6 7/8" gouache.
- [White Cat on Rubble Wall](https://normacili.com/2022/12/28/white-cat-on-rubble-wall/) - We have a lot of cats on the island. This is just one of the beauties. 9.1 x 12.2" gouache on hot pressed paper
- [Strolling with Twins](https://normacili.com/2022/12/19/strolling-with-twins/) - This is turning into an annual escape in the neighborhood. Mama has twins this year. They returned home pretty quickly once the farmer discovered their escapades. 9" x 12" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Last Boat before Storms](https://normacili.com/2022/12/02/last-boat-before-storms/) - This was the last boat moored in Marsalforn before we had our recent two big storms. Gouache on 32cm x 24cm hahnemuhle hot pressed paper.
- [Straw Bales](https://normacili.com/2020/06/11/straw-bales/) - Went out for two very windy days to paint these straw bales wrapped in pink. This is looking toward Tas-Salvatur Hill where the statue of Christ the Redeemer stands. It is the same as Rio de Janeiro's except, it is five times smaller. 24" x 18" oil on canvas.
- [Huy](https://normacili.com/2022/11/29/huy/) - This beautiful Belgian city was one we traveled through several times on our boat this past summer. It was a very grey day as can be the case with stone buildings in low light. The fortress and the city off the river Meuse have a rich history. This castle built in 1818 replaced the earlier
- [Tree in Liege](https://normacili.com/2022/10/31/tree-in-liege/) - In Liege's Parc d'Avory this summer. 16" x 12" oil on linen.
- [Patricia](https://normacili.com/2022/10/27/patricia/) - My beautiful friend Patricia. Gouache and watercolour pencil 27cm x 21 cm.
- [A Simple Bouquet](https://normacili.com/2022/09/16/a-simple-bouquet/) - Gouache 5 x 7"
- [Who said that?](https://normacili.com/2022/09/10/who-said-that/) - Dutch geese deep in conversation or denial. At least three types of geese here, a Twentsee, a Toulouse, and last three are Embden geese. Gouach 24 x 32 cm on hahnemuhle hot pressed paper.
- [Seagull](https://normacili.com/2022/09/06/seagull/) - Gouache with pen & ink 5 x 6 7/8"
- [Mallard Ducks](https://normacili.com/2022/06/21/mallard-ducks/) - 9" x 12" gouache on arches 300 lb cold pressed paper. This paper was very thirsty but added a nice texture to the scene.
- [Playing in the Fountain](https://normacili.com/2022/08/17/playing-in-the-fountain/) - Summer fun for all cooling in the fountain. Gouache and water colour pencils 21 cm x 29.7 cm fabriano paper.
- [Mysterious Merganser](https://normacili.com/2022/09/07/mysterious-merganser/) - Gouache 21 x 29.7cm on fabriano paper.
- [Canadians](https://normacili.com/2022/08/29/canadians/) - Canadian geese have that beautiful dark mystique about them. These beauties lined the sluice walls. Considered invasive across Europe, they seem to be everywhere in and out of the migratory season across the globe these days. Gouache 21 cm x 29.7 cm.
- [Tabby Cat](https://normacili.com/2021/12/02/tabby-cat/) - Small gouache study. Neighborhood tabbycat on a limestone wall. Gouache 128cm x 175cm
- [Orange Luzzu](https://normacili.com/2022/03/23/orange-luzzu/) - These boats are all on the hard waiting for the season to begin in Marsalforn. 16" x 20" oil on canvas.
- [Flowers on the Ijssel](https://normacili.com/2022/06/11/flowers-on-the-ijssel/) - A real summers day underway on the Ijssel River with these beautiful Dutch flowers from the market in Zwolle. 6" x 8" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Heusden Late Afternoon](https://normacili.com/2022/08/24/heusden-late-afternoon/) - Looking out from the boat club where we moored, one of the windmills and walls of this starfort town were visible above the boats. Gouache 21 x 29.7 cm on fabriano paper.
- [Geese on the Move](https://normacili.com/2022/08/20/geese-on-the-move/) - Different types of geese in motion. The Chinese goose, a knob breed leads the way. Pen and ink with gouache on 21 cm x 29.7 cm fabriano paper.
- [Johnstown Castle](https://normacili.com/2022/08/10/johnstown-castle/) - This is a tower on the castle grounds standing on the banks of a large body of water. Of course the reflection and the lush group of trees, all very different in shape and colour on the right caught my eye. 9" x 12" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Enniscorthy Town](https://normacili.com/2022/08/10/enniscorthy-town/) - Here is a painting of Enniscorthy Town done during Art in the Open. The dichotomy of the architecture here is outstanding. Gouache 9" x 12" on hot pressed paper.
- [Waulsort Abbey](https://normacili.com/2022/08/07/waulsort-abbey/) - This Benedictine Abbey is beautifully situated on the banks of the Meuse at the edge of the Ardennes forest. 6" x 8" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Heat of the Summer on the Meuse](https://normacili.com/2022/07/20/heat-of-the-summer-on-the-meuse/) - This was the hottest day of the summer so far for us in France. Sitting in the shade of several huge trees painting this little mixed media sketch in Montherme kept me distracted from the thinking about the heat. Gouache, pen and ink, watercolour pencils on Fabriano paper 21 cm x 29 cm.
- [Egyptian Goose](https://normacili.com/2022/07/18/egyptian-goose/) - A Egyptian Goose in sunlight. Albrecht Duerer watercolour pencils and gouache on 29.7 x 21 cm fabriano paper.
- [Montherme with Forest](https://normacili.com/2022/07/15/montherme-with-forest/) - This is a view from the back of the boat across the water in Montherme. The trees surround the town. Pen and ink, watercolour pencil and gouache 21cm x 29cm.
- [Montherme](https://normacili.com/2022/07/11/montherme/) - Looking toward the older part of the town of Montherme featuring the Marie and church tower. 12" x 16" oil on linen.
- [Vireux-Molhain](https://normacili.com/2022/07/05/vireux-molhain/) - A village in the Ardennes, one of 449 in the region. A national nature reserve surrounds it. Done during one of the long summer days when the sun goes down around 10 p.m. 5.8" x 8.3" gouache on blue paper.
- [Aggressive Geese](https://normacili.com/2022/07/01/aggressive-geese/) - As I was putting out the trash these geese chased after me on the dock. Yes, I hustled away quickly! After trying out gouache with muddy results on some fabriano mixed media paper, I thought it might be more suitable for line drawing. Tried out my prismacolor pencils on the middle one just for fun.
- [Namur](https://normacili.com/2022/06/30/namur/) - View of the citadel in Namur across the River Meuse. Gouache on 9.4 x 12.6" Hahnemuhle hot pressed paper.
- [Liege](https://normacili.com/2022/06/25/liege/) - A diverse view of Liege from the boat deck at the harbour. The Eglise Saint Jacques de Liege is in the scene. The old and new mix well. 6" x 8" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Cooling Down](https://normacili.com/2022/06/16/cooling-down/) - Cows cooling themselves in the Nederijn. 5.8" x 8.3 gouache on blue paper.
- [Cruising Up the Ijssel](https://normacili.com/2022/06/14/cruising-down-the-ijssel/) - Glorious day making our way down the Ijssel River with big skies overhead. 5.8" x 8.3" gouache on blue paper.
- [Leenaun](https://normacili.com/2022/06/07/leenaun/) - This scene was a challenge to capture. In the end a stylized painting felt right. 8 x 10" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Joure's Monet Bridge](https://normacili.com/2022/06/05/joures-monet-bridge/) - This little white bridge and pond are very reminiscent of Monet's beautiful Giverny gardens. It is in Joure Netherlands. Two years ago I painted it in oils, this year in gouache. The foxglove were an added benefit to the scene. 6" x 8" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Across Water in Leenaun Connemara](https://normacili.com/2022/05/24/across-water-in-leenaun-connemara/) - Gorgeous tidal waters on Killary Fjord in beautiful Connemara come and go with this picturesque farm on the other side of our cottage. Rhododendron dot the landscape providing a splash of colour. 6"x 8" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Spring Lambs](https://normacili.com/2022/05/17/spring-lambs/) - In the farmer's field nearby are all the new lambs and their mama's. They are so playful and love to have their heads patted. The friendly farmer came to see what I was up to and said "ah that's fine, do as you like" and patted my shoulder. 6" x 8" gouache on hot pressed
- [The Bay](https://normacili.com/2022/05/16/the-bay/) - View from Ardnagashel across Ballylickey Bay. 6" x 8" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Early Morning Across Bantry Bay](https://normacili.com/2022/05/14/early-morning-across-the-bay/) - Looking a across Bantry Bay early in the morning. Rope mussels can be seen in the distance. Gouache on wash board 4" x 6".
- [Ghawdex Illum Television Review of  "Heritage" Exhibition](https://normacili.com/2022/05/13/ghawdex-illum-television-review-of-heritage-exhibition/) - My exhibition "Heritage" was covered in the latest local television programme Ghawdex Illum. There was a big backlog and busy times with elections and the Pope delaying it till now. It was so kind of Joe Camilleri to make the trip over from Gozo to Malta and give his critique. It is in Maltese and
- [Bar and Desserts at the Phoenicia](https://normacili.com/2022/03/31/bar-and-desserts-at-the-phoenicia/) - Saying goodbye for now as my exhibition "Heritage" and March as Artist in Residence at the Phoenicia has come to an end. What a lovely environment to spend an afternoon in. Gouache on hot pressed paper 6" x 8". SOLD
- [Phoenicia Palm Court to Dining Room View](https://normacili.com/2022/03/26/phoenicia-palm-court-to-dining-room-view/) - Keeping busy during my exhibition painting the beautiful Palm Court Lounge. This view reminded me of lace work. 6 x 8 " gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Through the window](https://normacili.com/2019/05/09/through-the-window/) - Oil on canvas 16" x 20".
- [Sunset Across Gozo](https://normacili.com/2020/06/19/sunset-across-gozo/) - A limited series of sunsets with this second one, 'Sunset Across Gozo'. Gouache on cold pressed paper 9 3/4" x 6 1/4".
- [Times of Malta covers "Heritage" exhibit at The Phoenicia Hotel](https://normacili.com/2022/03/17/times-of-malta-covers-heritage-exhibit-at-the-phoenicia-hotel/)
- [At The Phoenicia](https://normacili.com/2022/03/07/at-the-phoenicia/) - Over the weekend at my "Heritage" features of life and the landscape exhibition, I was able to capture a little slice of the Palm Court Lounge. Love those flowered hot pink sofas! Gouache on hot pressed paper 8" x 6".
- [Sailboat in Marsalforn Bay](https://normacili.com/2022/02/15/sailboat-in-marsalforn-bay/) - Simple scene with a lovely sailboat temporarily anchored in the bay on a very cloudy day. 5" x 6 7/8" Gouache on Strathmore mixed media 140lb paper.
- [Prickly Pear, Wild Fennel & Rubble Walls](https://normacili.com/2020/03/04/prickly-pear-wild-fennel-rubble-walls/) - Wild fennel with it's beautiful cadmium green and lemon yellow colours is flowering around Gozo. This is one view from my new studio where rubble walls and prickly pear are separating these small plots of land. 11" x 14" oil on canvas panel.
- [Prickly Pear Cactus and Rubble Walls](https://normacili.com/2020/11/24/prickly-pear-cactus-and-rubble-walls/) - Small sketch of these prickly pear and rubble walls from my studio view. 6" x 6" oil on gessobord.
- [Vineyard](https://normacili.com/2019/06/13/vineyard/) - Painted off the racecourse road between Xaghra and Nadur where more than a few vineyards are growing here on Gozo. No matter where vines grow they are amazing. However, there is definitely somethingout about the light here that really catches the eye. 60cm x 80cm oil on canvas.
- [Gozo Goats](https://normacili.com/2020/06/01/gozo-goats/) - These goats were busy eating the flowering caper plants and managed to strip the fig tree bare while grazing in this field. They all have their own personalities on display. Gouache on handmade paper 24" x 16.5"
- [Cards!](https://normacili.com/2021/12/17/cards/) - Here is a selection of cards from my original gouache paintings. A limited printing of these are available for purchase at $5 each plus shipping. 10% discount on orders of 5 or more cards. You can send a note using the comments section letting me know the card(s) you are interested in.
- [Strolling the Neighborhood](https://normacili.com/2021/12/12/strolling-the-neighborhood/) - This sheep and her lamb appeared a little out of their comfort zone as they strolled the streets of our village. They must have accidentally gotten out of their enclosure. Gouache 128cm x 175cm.
- [Pig between Cyclamen](https://normacili.com/2021/12/10/pig-between-cyclamen/) - Soaking in the sun. Gouache 128cm x 175cm.
- [Ginger Kittens](https://normacili.com/2021/12/06/ginger-kittens/) - These kitties are sitting on Maltese tiles. Little gouache study 128cm x 175cm.
- [On the Beach](https://normacili.com/2021/11/05/on-the-beach/) - Capturing the last bit of summer on the beach. This is diptych. Oil on gallery wrapped canvas 40cm x 30cm.
- [DBA Painting in Magazine](https://normacili.com/2021/10/30/dba-painting-in-magazine/) - Very happy my painting of the Dutch Barge Assoc. Rally in Veurne, Belgium was published the Blue Flag's October magazine!
- [Three Men](https://normacili.com/2021/10/26/three-men/) - The men at the bus stop waiting and discussing the world's problems or maybe just those of their town. 9" x 12" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Farmers at Work Series](https://normacili.com/2021/10/15/farmers-at-work-are-united/) - My series of Dutch farmers are now united in the same place. Some were completed on Gozo, two in the Netherlands and the last in Belgium. I really enjoyed painting these, as each represented a different feel of the day and one was even an interior. Gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Vase with Pears](https://normacili.com/2021/09/20/vase-with-pears/) - 8" x 6" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Brussels Street Theater](https://normacili.com/2021/09/16/brussels-street-theater/) - Just a bit of fun seeing this street performance in the Grand-Place, the central Square in Brussels. The surrounding guild houses are quite ornate. 8" x 6" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [DBA Rally in Veurne](https://normacili.com/2021/09/10/dba-rallying-veurne/) - So many barges and cruisers here tucked into this small harbour for the the Dutch Barge Association Rally in Veurne Belgium! It's quite the scene! Meeting some very nice people in this beautiful city. 6" x 8" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Ghent](https://normacili.com/2021/09/09/ghent/) - Beautiful and vibrant Ghent has a charming canal running through it with cafes that are brimming with patrons. 6" x 8" gouache on hot pressed paper. L
- [The Old Beet Farmer](https://normacili.com/2021/09/05/old-beet-root-farmer/) - Gouache 9" x 12" on hot pressed paper.
- [Dendermonde](https://normacili.com/2021/08/30/dendermonde/) - This lovely square has various horse heads around it, as it is the town symbol. This represents the Bayard horse festival celebrated every 10 years. The variety of buildings is quite engaging. 8" x 6" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Aalst](https://normacili.com/2021/08/27/aalst/) - This is part of the lovely Grote Markt in Aalst with the Schepenhuis 'Belfort' a former city hall dating back to 1225, one of the oldest in the Low Countries. To the left is the Borse Van Amsterdam which was used as the police guard and hotel and now a restaurant. 6" x 8" gouache
- [Lily Pad's Sky Reflection](https://normacili.com/2021/07/17/lily-pads-cloud/) - Loved the way the sky reflected in this pool of lily pads. 8" x 6" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [After the Flood](https://normacili.com/2021/07/22/after-the-flood/) - These Egyptian Geese took over the floating dock that no longer connected to the shore via the little gangway bridge which was submerged in the Maasduinen flood of July 2021. So sad many other ducks and geese laid eggs in places where they had to be abandoned. Gouache 12" x 9" on hot pressed paper.
- [Working the Field](https://normacili.com/2021/07/26/working-the-field/) - Had access to very old washed out sepia photos from a museum's archives to create a scene of Dutch farmers working in the field. Gouache 9"x 12" on hot pressed paper.
- [The Two Vases](https://normacili.com/2021/08/04/the-two-vases/) - Gouache 8" x 6" on hot pressed paper
- [Cherries](https://normacili.com/2021/08/08/cherries/) - All things summer are the fruits of the land and the sea. 10" x 8" lGouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Sunflowers](https://normacili.com/2021/08/16/sunflowers/) - Big pot of sunflowers on the topsides of the ship to cheer it up a bit. 9" x 12" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Tall Pines over the Beach](https://normacili.com/2021/08/12/tall-pines-over-the-beach/) - Tall pines tower over the beach and surround this man-made lake created by sand extraction. The sand here is particularly important in glass making. 12" x 16" oil on linen.
- [Joe's Bridge](https://normacili.com/2021/08/11/joes-bridge/) - The bridge over the Bocholt-Herentals Canal outside of Neerpelt was named after an Irish Guard, Joe Vandeleur who was part of the WW II Market-Garden offensive. He ordered air strikes against the Germans when the bridge was under heavy bombardment and seven lead tanks were knocked out. This allowed the road to be cleared ofThe bridge over the Bocholt-Herentals Canal outside of Neerpelt was named after an Irish Guard, Joe Vandeleur who was part of the WW II Market-Garden offensive. He ordered air strikes against the Germans when the bridge was under heavy bombardment and seven lead tanks were knocked out. This allowed the road to be cleared of
- [Potato Farming Family](https://normacili.com/2021/07/29/potato-farming-family/) - Another archival sepia photo interpretation. Gouache 12" x 9" on hot pressed paper.
- [Evening Geese](https://normacili.com/2021/06/26/evening-geese/) - These geese come around regularly in the morning and evening for feeding. Gouache 8" x 6" on hot pressed paper.
- [Sun Setting over Victoria](https://normacili.com/2020/03/31/sun-setting-over-victoria/) - Sunset over the rooftops in Victoria, Gozo. Gouache on cold pressed paper 14.5" x 9.5".
- [Reflections in Heremastate Park](https://normacili.com/2021/06/16/reflections-in-heremastate-park/) - Heremastate historical park was first designed in 1680. It has been transformed many times over the years. This pond started as a canal and later a mote surrounding a family estate. The park provides a lush and tranquil spot for the people and visitors coming to Joure. Gouache 12" x 9" on hot pressed paper.
- [Roses and Rain on the Maas River](https://normacili.com/2021/07/15/roses-and-rain-on-the-maas-river/) - A day before the historic rainfall and floods in Belgium, France and Netherlands we were experiencing a normal rainy day on the Maas River, as we motored along. Good time to do a still life landscape. 8" x 6" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [De Ploeg Influence](https://normacili.com/2021/05/12/de-ploegh-influence/) - After studying a Johan Dijkstra painting, it helped my figurative work for this painting. 9" x 12" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Toward Xlendi](https://normacili.com/2020/02/02/toward-xlendi/) - Looking down at Xlendi from the road leading to San Raflu Lake. The sun shown through the clouds onto the Mediterranean Sea below creating interesting patterns on the water. Malta and Filfla can be see in the distance. 60 x 80 cm oil on canvas.
- [Wildflowers on the Sneekermeer](https://normacili.com/2021/06/14/wildflowers-on-the-sneekermeer/) - Wild iris, roses, buttercup and purple flowers made a nice bouquet. Gouache on hot pressed paper 8" x 6".
- [Anniversary Flowers](https://normacili.com/2021/06/02/anniversary-flowers/) - Beautiful bouquet, a sail boat and ceramic pomegranates from Greece. All things anniversary related in our home. 6" x 8" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Summer Flowers](https://normacili.com/2021/05/29/summer-flowers/) - Bright lovely flowers from the garden. 8" x 6" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Ready for Summer](https://normacili.com/2019/05/01/ready-for-summer/) - Pool's are warming up! 50cm x 70cm oil on canvas.
- [Little White Bridge](https://normacili.com/2020/07/17/little-white-bridge/) - This lovely park in Joure has many small ponds surrounded by beautiful mature trees. Symbolic of Friesland are lily pads which graced the surface of this pond. Oil on linen 12" x 16".
- [Girl in Pink Hat](https://normacili.com/2021/05/16/girl-in-pink-hat/)
- [Artichokes](https://normacili.com/2020/12/12/artichokes-2/) - While recovering from knee surgery, I have been repainting some of my oils making small gouache studies. It is a great exercise in simplification. Quite different results.
- [Pink](https://normacili.com/2021/05/09/pink/) - This succulent flowers annually with a big show of colour. 8" x 6" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [The Hunter](https://normacili.com/2021/04/28/the-hunter/) - Cricket's favorite past time is staring down lizards near the pool. 6" x 8" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Iris Gardens](https://normacili.com/2016/05/11/iris-gardens/) - Painted with the Tahoe Art League and Placerville Plein Air Painters in Placerville. It was a warm day with full sun and absolutely endless iris! 12" X 16" oil on linen.
- [Roxborough State Park](https://normacili.com/2021/04/15/roxborough-state-park/) - A beautiful preserve with many red rock formations and wildlife. Fields of cottonwood fill the foreground of these beauties. 8" x 6" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Avery's Snowy Yard](https://normacili.com/2021/04/04/averys-snowy-yard/) - The recent blizzard here in Denver had Avery good dog making his way through the backyard snow, as seen by his path. He was the "goodest boy" per his hooman. Gouache on strathmore mixed media paper. 6" x 8"
- [Traveling through Red Rocks](https://normacili.com/2021/03/29/traveling-through-red-rocks/) - Dwarfed by the rocks. 8" x 6" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Red Rocks Overcast Day](https://normacili.com/2021/03/25/red-rocks-overcast-day/) - This place is magical with it's beautiful sandstone rocks jutting from the ground at interesting angles. 8" x 6" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Mountains from Hunming Park](https://normacili.com/2021/03/22/mountains-from-hunming-park/) - This charming urban park had traces of snow still on the ground and on the peaks in the distance. 8" x 6" gouache on hot pressed paper
- [Evening Light on Snow](https://normacili.com/2021/03/19/evening-light-on-snow/) - 5" x 7" gouache on strathmore mixed media paper.
- [Neighborhood Stroll](https://normacili.com/2021/03/16/neighborhood-stroll/) - 5" x 7" gouache on strathmore mixed media paper.
- [Plains Farm](https://normacili.com/2021/03/13/plains-farm/) - This small farm near Keystone South Dakota caught my attention with thick fluffy clouds stretching to the horizon. A mound of orange soil behind the barn had trees growing on top which seemed a natural, yet unusual topographical feature. Cottonwood and pines heavily dot the landscape. 8" x 6" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Bison](https://normacili.com/2021/03/11/bison/) - Bison in Custer State Park, South Dakota. The roaming herd is 1,400 strong. 6" x 8" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Big Sky toward Xlendi](https://normacili.com/2021/02/19/big-sky-toward-xlendi/) - Dramatic sky this day looking toward Xlendi and Malta. 9" x 6" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Almond Blossoms](https://normacili.com/2021/02/16/almond-blossoms/) - Almond trees are in full blossom. 12" x 16" oil on linen.
- [Marsalforn Cove](https://normacili.com/2019/05/24/marsalforn-cove/) - Oil on linen 14" x 11".
- [Flowers on Pattern](https://normacili.com/2021/01/16/flowers-on-pattern/) - 12" x 16" oil on linen.
- [Fields on Overcast Day](https://normacili.com/2021/01/11/fields-on-overcast-day/) - Looking onto these fields, you could see traces of Saharan sand suspended in the air. Oil on linen 12" x 16".
- [Ramla Bay](https://normacili.com/2020/03/15/ramla-bay/) - Just an impression of Ramla Bay. 11x14" oil on linen. SOLD
- [Vineyard at Ramla Valley](https://normacili.com/2020/04/19/vineyard-at-ramla-valley/) - This vineyard is just starting to leaf out in Ramla Valley looking toward Mixta Cave and the Mediterranean Sea. 24" x 20"oil on canvas.
- [Pot of Roses](https://normacili.com/2020/12/28/pot-of-roses/) - My first varnished gouache painting which really improved the colour saturation. It took the original from a velvety gouache matt to a high gloss finish. Gouache on hot pressed paper 5" x 7".
- [Cherry Blossoms](https://normacili.com/2018/04/26/cherry-blossoms/) - Spring is definitely here! I just love the flowering cherry trees and all the rest! The garden is waking up! 12" x 16" oil on linen.
- [Article on Commission in Netherlands](https://normacili.com/2021/01/05/article-on-commission-in-netherlands/) - A harbour where we moored during the summer published their club's annual magazine. It has an article about the painting I was commissioned to do in Harlingen on the Noordoostersingel. So nice for Wil and Nicole to share it withme.
- [Tea Time!](https://normacili.com/2015/11/11/tea-time/) - I had fun recreating this scene from my notes, sketch and photos.Below depicts how I made y way through the painting. Oil on canvas 24X30. SOLD
- [Pansies in Gozo](https://normacili.com/2020/12/21/pansies-in-gozo/) - Gouache on hot pressed paper approx 8 x 11".
- [Sailing Central](https://normacili.com/2020/08/10/sailing-central/) - Sailing is big here with loads of children spending all day racing and having fun in the Peanster Ie near Grou. Gouache on hot pressed paper 8 1/2 x 5 1/4 ".
- [Lampuki](https://normacili.com/2020/12/06/lampuki/) - This is the beloved lampuki, migratory in the waters of the Maltese Islands. The autumn it is lampuki season and it is a favored dish. Others know this fish as dorado or mahi -mahi. Gouache on hot pressed paper 5" x 7 1/2".
- [Self Portrait](https://normacili.com/2020/11/30/self-portrait/) - Oils on linen 12" x 16".
- [Birds and Bouquets](https://normacili.com/2020/11/27/birds-and-bouquets/) - Lantana and Pansies from my garden. Gouache on hot pressed paper 8 3/4" x 12"
- [Gannets](https://normacili.com/2020/11/18/gannets/) - Gouache 10"x 15"on hot pressed paper.
- [Inland Sea](https://normacili.com/2020/11/13/inland-sea/) - Quiet day in Dwejra's Inland Sea. Luzzu boats bobbed around, as divers entered the water off the boat ramps swimming in and out of the cave to the Mediterranean Sea. 12" x 9" oil on linen. Click on the link to see the location.
- [Farmer with Cap](https://normacili.com/2020/11/10/farmer-with-cap/) - 14" x 11" oil on linen.
- [Doll and Oils in Gouache](https://normacili.com/2020/10/29/doll-and-oils-in-gouache/) - This work represents five paintings in one. Painting of oil paintings in another medium. It was both fun and challenging to do. Gouache on cold pressed paper 10" x 15"
- [Still Life on Deck](https://normacili.com/2020/08/18/still-life-on-deck/) - This day felt heavy with heat and very high humidity. I decided to stay on the topsides of the boat painting this still life. Subtle value changes created a challenge. Since the background offered itself up and not wanting to be ignored, I painted it for fun. Gouache 8 1/2" x 5 1/2" on hot
- [Countdown 1 day to Il-Ħaġar Exhibition](https://normacili.com/2020/02/21/countdown-1-day-to-il-hagar-exhibition/) - 1 day to the start of the Norma Cili exhibit "Stance" at the Il-Ħaġar Museum. Click on the image to see the full painting, one of many in the show.
- [Colourful Prickly Pear](https://normacili.com/2020/04/28/colours-of-prickly-pear/) - Massive prickly pear above Hondoq. 24" x 18" oil on canvas.
- [Calm of the Canals](https://normacili.com/2020/10/19/calm-of-the-canals/) - One of my last Netherlands paintings for the year sums up the peace and tranquility of this beautiful place. Oil on linen 16" x 12".
- [On the Houkesleat River](https://normacili.com/2020/07/12/on-the-houkesleat-river/) - Beautiful sun and clouds with lots of boating traffic on the river here in Friesland. First painting day for me in Netherlands in almost a year. The soft summer light is very special here. 16" x 12" oil on linen.
- [Morning Mist](https://normacili.com/2020/09/22/morning-mist/) - Gouache 8 1/2" x 5 1/2" on hot pressed paper.
- [Still life on the Lauwersmeer](https://normacili.com/2020/09/09/still-life-on-the-lauwersmeer/) - These Highland cows munch the tall grasses on the Lauwersmeer in the background of this still life. Gouache on hot pressed paper 12" x 8".
- [Summer's End](https://normacili.com/2020/09/15/summers-end/) - Gouache on hot pressed paper 8 1/2" x 5 1/2".
- [Appingedam](https://normacili.com/2020/09/13/appingedam/) - The town of Appingedam was so charming! The wobbly buildings backing onto the canal seemed almost playful. Gouache 8 1/2" x 5 1/2" on hot pressed paper.
- [Ta'Dabrini Towards the Sea](https://normacili.com/2018/12/08/tadabrini-towards-the-sea/) - This location is a beautiful viewing spot towards Marsalforn and the Med. You can actually see the sea looking far left and right...so amazing! I went out twice for this painting, as the it was super blowy on day 1 and crummy solvent dried everything on my palette. Weather conditions returned with lovely clouds, so
- [Girls on the Canal Bank](https://normacili.com/2020/08/31/girls-on-the-canal-bank/) - This is a typical dutch scene, as everyone loves to take advantage of the sun and swimming. The freedom of children to just be kids is great! There is always a swim ladder on the canal bank making it easy to take a dip. Gouache on cold pressed paper 11" x 7 1/2".
- [Dokkum](https://normacili.com/2020/09/03/dokkum-singel/) - Dokkum is a fortified starfort town. These buildings are so charming with all the shutters and wall braces securing the stones together they were too hard to resist. Between showers I made it to the dock on the singel to capture them and the boats moored there. None of the boats had their masts up,
- [Rushes](https://normacili.com/2019/09/29/rushes/) - The simple beauty of rushes line river banks and canals throughout the Netherlands. 9" x 12" oil on linen.
- [Burdaard Zwaluw Molen](https://normacili.com/2020/09/01/burdaard-zwaluw-molen/) - This was the scene I painted in Burdaard, Friesland from the bridge. The swan molen built in 1875 is still used to grind grain can be seen in the distance. Oil on linen 16" x 12".
- [Still Life Ducks at the Dock](https://normacili.com/2020/08/26/still-life-ducks-at-the-dock/) - Continuing on the series of painting a still life on deck. This one is while moored at Harlingen. The mallard duck s&p shakers belonged to my sister and have traveled many places to finally arrive on Pura Vida. Gouache 8 1/2 × 51/2" on hot pressed paper.
- [Nico's Boat Willemke](https://normacili.com/2020/08/24/nicos-boat-willemke/) - The bridge De Franeker poort, Harlingen served as one of the six original city gates to the city. The painting was commisioned by the owners of the boat. It was wonderful to meet them hearing how they built the beautiful skuts sailing boat to a traditional design and sailed it all around Europe. Gouache 12"
- [Harlingen Singel](https://normacili.com/2020/08/20/harlingen-singel/) - This is the singel that surrounds the star fort town of Harlingen. I sat at the top of singel in the English Gardens to capture one of manually operated bridges that allows boats to enter. Gouache 8 1/2" x 5 1/2" on hot pressed paper.
- [Luxemotors on the Peanster Ie](https://normacili.com/2020/08/14/luxemotors-on-the-peanster-ie/) - Very windy day painting these two Luxemotor barges on the Peanater Ie. Did this sitting on the deck of our boat fighting a bit of sea sickness with all the tossing around from the waves. Gouache on coldpressed paper 8 1/2" x 5 1/4".
- [Little Red Boat](https://normacili.com/2019/06/22/little-red-boat/) - Lovely little spot Ankeveense off of Blijkpolder outside of Amsterdam on the Vecht. It was late in the day as I painted into the sun. Oil on linen 12" x 16".
- [On the Mere](https://normacili.com/2019/09/21/on-the-mere/) - One of the very nice weather days this week provided a lovely view of some other boats on the Mere. 11" x 14" oil on linen.
- [Ta' Pinu](https://normacili.com/2019/11/24/ta-pinu-2/) - The Basilica of the national shrine to our lady of Ta' Pinu during Gozo's winter. This day was so windy that no matter I had the shelter of the car everything took a tumble. It was a dramatic day all around! Oil on canvas 60cm x 80cm.
- [Dwejra and the Inland Sea](https://normacili.com/2019/12/04/dwerja-and-the-inland-sea/) - This is an amazing spot where generations of families have owned the boat houses below. The cave on the left goes directly to the Mediterranean Sea taking many fishing boats, sight seers and even some crazy swimmers to the other side. 60cm x 80cm oil on canvas.
- [Farmer](https://normacili.com/2020/01/03/farmer/) - This is old style farming on the island, not unusual to see barefeet on the job. Fields vary in size allowing the farmer to choose the right tools for the particular job. 9" x 12" oil on linen.
- [Xaghra Triq Is-Sellum Big Clouds](https://normacili.com/2020/01/20/xaghra-slalom-big-clouds/) - Love the view up this crazy switchback road leading up to Xaghra. The fields and fences of prickly pear are so interesting. 16 x 20" oil on linen.
- [Gozo Joy - 3rd in a series](https://normacili.com/2020/04/15/gozo-joy-3rd-in-a-series/) - The third in a series from past events celebrating Gozitan life. Be sure and open the post to see all three paintings together. Everything in tradition here from the clothes to the instruments and music! It was such a pleasure watching these musicians play for the carefree happy swirling dancers. Gouache on cold pressed paper
- [Gozo Joy - 1st in a series](https://normacili.com/2020/04/09/gozo-joy-1st-in-a-series/) - This is the first in a series. At about this time last year, Gozitans celebrated the island wearing traditional dress for an event. These lovely ladies stood in the strong sunlight within the walls of the Cittadella chatting away with friends. 6.3" x 10" gouache on cold pressed paper.
- [Gozo Joy - 2nd in a series](https://normacili.com/2020/04/12/gozo-joy-2nd-in-a-series/) - The second in a series from past events celebrating Gozitan life. It was all about tradition as Gozitans in brightly colored dress joyously swirled around dancing at the Cathedral Square in the Cittadella. Gouache on cold pressed paper 7.25" x 5.5".
- [Hondaq to Comino](https://normacili.com/2020/04/24/dahlet-qorrot-to-comino/) - Looking across Hondoq toward Comino, two ferries passed each other. The beautiful turquoise waters of the Blue Lagoon were luminous. Visiblity was good all the way to Malta and the Red Tower. 24" x 20" oil on canvas.
- [On the Vecht](https://normacili.com/2019/07/08/outside-the-speigelpoulder/) - We got stuck on the Spiegel polder as the lock keeper was sick and we could not get out on a Sunday morning. With many hours to kill, I walked around the lock and found this scene of the houses with the different color roofs and a sweet boat at anchor on the Vecht. It
- [Oosthem and Friesian Cows](https://normacili.com/2020/08/05/oosthem-and-friesian-cows/) - We stayed on a small dock between Oosthem and IJlst for several nights. Lovely views on all sides. Cows were bound to be featured on at least one painting this year. Oil on linen 16" x 12".
- [Hillside Sheep](https://normacili.com/2020/08/03/hillside-sheep/) - Sheep can be seen on the little hills both inside and outside Friesland towns. The spacial distances are purposeful. Gouache on hot pressed paper 8 1/2" x 5 1/2".
- [Friesian Countryside](https://normacili.com/2020/08/01/fries-countryside/) - Scene along the Warkumer Trekfeart Canal on the way to Bolsward, Netherlands . Gouache on cold pressed paper 6 1/4" x 5 1/2". Painted this Saturday to commemorate Louise Treacy a dear AITO painter and friend. #paintoutforlou
- [Qbaijar Salt Pans and Qolla l-badja](https://normacili.com/2019/02/07/qbaijar-salt-pans-and-qolla-l-badja/) - Wild, wild sea following a big storm yesterday. The waves were magnificent breaking over the salt pans and the road in a few places. The formation in the background is constantly eroding as is all limestone. The salt pans will not be collecting anything until late spring or early summer. This is right outside of
- [Sunset in Langehoekspollen](https://normacili.com/2020/07/30/sunset-in-langehoekspollen/) - Sunsetting through the trees onto these very different boats on Langehoekspollen. Gouache on hot pressed paper 8 1/2" x 5 1/2".
- [Sailing Family](https://normacili.com/2020/07/29/sailing-family/) - This old zeeschouw was moored on the Langehoekspolle island which was built in 1970s with 40 sunken vessels as the base. 16"x12" oil on linen.
- [Rose Hips & Cauliflower](https://normacili.com/2020/07/25/rose-hips-cauliflower/) - Picked some beautiful rose hips in a nearby field. Couldn't resist painting after going to the market, rainy weather and the still life set itself up. Gouache on hot pressed paper 12 x 8".
- [View from Workum](https://normacili.com/2020/07/26/view-from-workum/) - We will stay here for a few days in Workum. It's a very pretty town. We are tied up on the left and featured in this painting. For me it's a not bad result after having two fingers squished in the hatch cover and tumbling down the stairs while crossing rough water to arrive. 16"
- [Friesland Wild Flowers](https://normacili.com/2020/07/20/friesland-wild-flowers/) - Found this sweet little milk jug at Brocanre en Antiek store in Sloten. Picked wildflowers on the way back to the boat. Gouache on cold pressed paper 6 1/4" x 4 1/4".
- [Evening](https://normacili.com/2020/07/20/evening/) - Little evening study with all the essentials of the Netherlands. Gouache on cold pressed paper 6 1/4" x 4 1/4"
- [Let’s take a tour through the “Stance” Exhibition at Il-Ħaġar Museum installment 4](https://normacili.com/2020/04/26/lets-take-a-tour-through-the-stance-exhibition-at-il-hagar-museum-installment-4/) - The exhibition “Stance” was interrupted by the closure of the museum due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Let's continue the tour - this is the fourth and final installment in a series of blog posts that describes one's experience of attending the exhibition going room by room. We hope you will enjoy these paintings and posts.
- [Let’s take a tour through the “Stance” Exhibition at Il-Ħaġar Museum installment 3](https://normacili.com/2020/04/20/lets-take-a-tour-through-the-stance-exhibition-at-il-hagar-museum-installment-3/) - The exhibition “Stance” was interrupted by the closure of the museum due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Let's continue the tour - this is the third in a series of blog posts that describes one's experience of attending the exhibition going room by room. We hope you will enjoy these paintings and posts. If are interested
- [Dwerja Aerial View](https://normacili.com/2019/12/09/dwerja-aerial-view/) - Crossed to the otherside of the ridge looking down to the Inland Sea for a different perspective. The blue behind the land is the Mediterranean Sea. The pot-holed road, followed by the up and down hillside climb made for an exciting day. 16" x 20" oil on linen.
- [Fungus Rock and Dwejra Tower](https://normacili.com/2019/12/29/fungus-rock-and-dwerja-tower/) - This tower built in 1652 guarded the Gozo shoreline from pirates and other invaders. Later it was also used to protect Fungus Rock from those who might land and harvest the fungus growing there. This fungus was believed to have amazing medicinal powers. 60 x 80 cm oil on canvas.
- [Dwerja Tower at Il-Ħaġar](https://normacili.com/2020/02/29/dwerja-tower-at-the-il-hagar/)
- [Heusden](https://normacili.com/2019/07/10/heuston/) - This beautiful starfort town had three of the box style windmills and a beautiful garden near the walls. This town rebuilt to the original style after the war and is quite charming. I stood on the city walls near a windmill to my right and the entry to the port below. 12" x 16" oil
- [Wild Flowers](https://normacili.com/2020/06/25/wild-flowers/) - Gouache on cold pressed paper 9 1/2" x 7".
- [Sunset Sky on Fire](https://normacili.com/2020/06/17/sunset-sky-on-fire/) - A limited series of sunsets with this first one, 'Sky on Fire'. Gouache on cold pressed paper 9 3/4" x 6 1/4".
- [Roosters and Chickens](https://normacili.com/2020/06/14/roosters-and-chickens/) - These roosters and chickens were all doing their own thing on top of this rubble wall. Gouache on hot pressed paper 7" x 5".
- [Summer](https://normacili.com/2020/06/06/summer/) - Right off Xatt L-Aћmar swimming and boating are picking up as the sea water warms for the summer. Gouache on hot pressed paper 7 1/2" x 4 1/4".
- [View from Christina's House](https://normacili.com/2020/05/18/view-from-christinas-house/) - Very soft and misty day for this view of the Cittadella and Xewkija from Christina's house. Gouache on hot pressed paper 7 1/2" x 4 1/4". SOLD
- [Gozo Farm](https://normacili.com/2020/05/17/gozo-farm/) - With it's rolled bales of hay in the field, this is a very typical farm on Gozo at the end if spring. The Mediterranean Sea is in the background, as this place is perched high on a hill with Hondoq on one side and the island of Comino on the other. The flowering purple cardoon
- [Down to Mgarr](https://normacili.com/2020/05/12/down-to-mgarr/) - Soft day where the sea melded into the sky. Looking down at the Mgarr harbour from Qala offered an nice aerial view. It was great to see the ferries traveling more regularly with easing restrictions. Gouache on cold pressed paper 10 1/2" x 7 1/4".
- [Daħlet Qorrot](https://normacili.com/2020/05/08/dahlet-qorrot/) - On the street above Daħlet Qorrot in Qala, an almond tree blocked some of the breeze off the Mediterranean so that I could paint. These iconic boat houses are dug into the soft limestone and are quite beautiful in this bay. The land here is fossil rich and is considered a geological hot spot. 16"
- [Manes of the Palms](https://normacili.com/2020/05/06/manes-of-the-palms/) - These palms laden with their manes were majestic blowing in the wind. Gouache 10" x 6.25" on hot pressed paper
- [Zion Virgin River](https://normacili.com/2020/04/07/zion-virgin-river/) - Zion National Park and the Virgin River in Utah. Gouache on cold pressed paper 14.5" x 9.5
- [Let's take a tour through the "Stance" Exhibition at Il-Ħaġar Museum](https://normacili.com/2020/04/01/lets-take-a-tour-through-il-hagar-and-stance/) - The exhibition "Stance" was interrupted by the closure of the museum due to the Corona virus pandemic. This is the first in a series of blog posts that describes ones experience of attending the exhibition going room by room. We hope you will enjoy these paintings and posts. If are interested in any of the
- [House Reflection](https://normacili.com/2020/03/29/house-reflection/) - The house reflected in the deep end of the pool. 10" x 7" gouache on hot pressed 140 lb paper.
- [Pool Reflections](https://normacili.com/2020/03/26/pool-reflections/) - The yucca and palm reflections on the surface of the pool as the sun sets pushes thoughts of summer swims and warm water to mind. I did paint this like it looks. It's not upside down but had to be treated like that, making this a good abstract exercise. Gouache on hot pressed paper 10"x
- [Great Review of my exhibition"Stance" by Karin Grech](https://normacili.com/2020/03/26/great-review-of-my-exhibitionstance-by-karin-grech/) - https://bwiseaftertheevent.wixsite.com/aftertheevent/single-post/2020/03/26/Norma-Cili---STANCE?utm_campaign=17f1fbe7-53d2-4989-b75c-6ebb94992288&utm_source=so&utm_medium=mail&cid=b612e784-1a57-4d47-82a8-6ae1ef2b4f13
- [Through the Palm](https://normacili.com/2020/03/24/through-the-palm/) - This majestic palm sits atop Ramla Valley at an unfinshed house on the hill in Xaghra. The village of Nadur can be seen in the distance. Rain threatened the skies. 11"x 14" oil on linen.
- [Artichoke Bouquet](https://normacili.com/2020/02/07/artichoke-bouquet/) - The season for artichokes can't be missed for a painting and then a meal. 12" × 16" oil on linen.
- [Circle in the Field](https://normacili.com/2020/03/11/circle-in-the-field/) - A little hut sits next to this stone circle in the field below. Xaghra is in the background. A simple scene on the outskirts of the village. 16" x 12" oil on linen.
- [Prickly Pear at Il-Ħaġar](https://normacili.com/2020/03/03/prickly-pear-at-il-hagar/) - Prickly Pear, a painting at the exhibition "Stance" in Il-Ħaġar Museum, Victoria, Gozo. The show is up through Mar 23. 12 x 12 in oil on gesobord.
- [Countdown 3 days to Il-Ħaġar Exhibtion](https://normacili.com/2020/02/19/countdown-3-days-to-il-hagar-exhibtion/) - 3 days to the start of the Norma Cili exhibit "Stance" at the Il-Ħaġar Museum. Click on the image to see the full painting, one of many in the show.
- [Countdown 4 days to Il-Ħaġar Exhibition](https://normacili.com/2020/02/17/countdown-4-days-to-il-hagar-exhibition/) - 4 days to the start of the Norma Cili exhibit "Stance" at the Il-Ħaġar Museum. Click on the image to see the full painting, one of many in the show.
- [Countdown 6 Days to Il-Ħaġar Exhibit](https://normacili.com/2020/02/16/countdown-6-days-to-il-hagar-exhibit/) - 6 days to the start of the Norma Cili exhibit "Stance" at the Il-Ħaġar Museum. Click on the image to see the full painting, one of many in the show.
- [Count down to Il-Ħaġar Exhibit](https://normacili.com/2020/02/15/count-down-to-hagar-exhibit/) - 7 days until Norma Cili exhibition "Stance" opens at the Il-Ħaġar on Feb 22. Click on the image to see the full painting that is one of many in the show.
- [Upcoming exhibition at the Hagar Museum in Victoria, Gozo.](https://normacili.com/2020/01/27/upcoming-exhibition-at-the-hagar-museum-in-victoria-gozo/)
- [Honey Pot](https://normacili.com/2020/01/15/honey-pot/) - Decided to make a painting of this porcelain honey pot I sculpted awhile back. Enjoying Lena Rivo's Color Mastery class, and still in early stages but wanted to try out a different subject. 4.5 x 6" gouache on hot pressed paper.
- [Ta' Pinu from Ta' Ghammar hill](https://normacili.com/2020/01/08/ta-pinu-from-ta-ghammar-hill/) - Painted the shrine standing above the 4th station of the cross on Ta' Ghammar hill after making my way through very prickly cardoon plants. The path leading to the top of the hill has all the stations of the cross. 60 x 80 cm oil on canvas.
- [Statue](https://normacili.com/2019/11/20/statue/) - View from the laundry room. 12" x 16" oil on linen.
- [Grand Canyon](https://normacili.com/2019/11/15/grand-canyon/) - On my recent trip to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon in Arizona, I made a sketch using my phone. That information and memory helped me create this larger yet still small piece. 8" x 10" oil on linen.
- [Under Way](https://normacili.com/2019/10/04/under-way/) - Moving through the water. 12" x 16" oil on linen.
- [Molen De Roode Leeuw](https://normacili.com/2019/06/20/molen-de-roode-leeuw/) - Painted in Gouda where this majestic windmill De Roode Leeuw built in 1727 stands overlooking the beautiful boats lining the edges of the Turfsingel canal. Spent two sessions to get this due to the weather and light. 12" x 16" oil on linen.
- [Gozo Onion and Garlic](https://normacili.com/2018/11/03/gozo-onion-and-garlic/) - These local onions are like a cross between a yellow and red onion. They have loads of flavor especially when coupled with purple and white garlic. Rainy days are great for still life painting. 9" x 12" oil .
- [Valdez Harbour](https://normacili.com/2018/09/17/valdez-harbour/) - Painted at the small boat harbor at Valdez, Alaska. 9"x12" oil on panel.
- [Houses of Color](https://normacili.com/2019/10/03/houses-of-color/) - These very colorful houses are on the water at Reitdiep Groningen. Their colors are so different and charming with a nod to Scandinavian houses. The sky drama was starting as the storm Lorenzo will arrive later tonight. 12" x 16" oil on linen.
- [Sloten](https://normacili.com/2019/08/29/sloten/) - Sloten is an historical fortified city in the Friesland province of the Netherlands. This is a morning scene. I stood on the bridge that leads to a Molen (windmill) built in 1755 while painting this canal view. This city actually makes handbuilt windmills here and I had a peek into the shed while they were
- [Blokzijl Nocturn](https://normacili.com/2019/08/26/blokzijl-nocturn/) - This town was founded as a trading post for peat in the 1500's. It's in a province called the Overijssel. We had this beautiful view for several evenings. Many of the street lamps have a tilt to them adding to the town's charm. 12" x 16" oil on linen.
- [The Molen De Hoop at Harderwijk](https://normacili.com/2019/08/22/the-molen-de-hoop-at-harderwijk/) - This Hanseatic City of Harderwijk was located on the former Zuiderzee and is 800 years old. They have beautiful historic ships in the harbour. Oil on linen 12" x 16".
- [Kever Haven on Kaag](https://normacili.com/2019/08/14/kever-haven-on-kaag/) - This view is looking away from the tiny peaceful island where we are moored. The harbour master Gilia, heads back toward the left of those houses in the winter on her Tjalk Toto. Oil on linen 12" x 16".
- [Wexford Rooftops](https://normacili.com/2019/08/08/wexford-rooftops/) - Painted on the quay looking back toward Wexford Town. 12" 16" oil on linen. SOLD!
- [On the Shore](https://normacili.com/2019/07/07/on-the-shore/) - Biesbosch shore 12" x 16" oil on linen.
- [Countryside View](https://normacili.com/2019/08/08/countryside-view/) - View from Ballymore, Ireland. 12" x 16" oil on linen.
- [Molenlanden](https://normacili.com/2019/08/07/molenlanden/) - The scene is in Streefkerk South Holland where we have been based the last few months. This particular area has a lovely bike path that winds through four molens (windmills) in Molenlanden and looks back toward the town and local church. We'll be leaving here tomorrow on our boat. The opportunity to capture a memory
- [Oudewater Garden Shadows](https://normacili.com/2019/07/26/oudewater-garden-shadows/) - This town is famous for it's witches weighing scales and rope making. No witch was ever sentenced here after violation their weight made mounting a broomstick impossible. This was a record setting hot day at 40.2c so shade was essential. A lovely garden in Oudewater cast shadows across a tiny canal that was fully covered
- [Xaghra Square](https://normacili.com/2018/10/31/xaghra-square/) - Returned to my village square a second time to finish this painting. Oil on linen 11" x 14".
- [Tomatoes](https://normacili.com/2019/02/25/tomatoes/) - Tomatoes and celery leaves. 8" x 10" oil on linen.
- [Ta' Pinu](https://normacili.com/2019/03/19/ta-pinu/) - The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Blessed Virgin of Ta' Pinu is a Roman Catholic minor Basilica near the village of Għarb on the island of Gozo, The church is dedicated to the Blessed Virgin of Ta' Pinu. One passerby thanked me for painting the shrine. A young man that volunteers there doing
- [Broken Windmill](https://normacili.com/2019/05/16/broken-windmill/) - This windmill is one of four overlooking Ghajnsielem, but is the only mangled one. All the others squeaked with their rotations sounding much like a braking bicycle. The harbour was quite busyo with three ferries making the run between Malta and Gozo. 12"x 16" oil on linen.
- [The Wave](https://normacili.com/2019/06/04/the-wave/) - A Mediterranean wave. 9" x 12" oil on linen.
- [Cittadella December](https://normacili.com/2018/12/17/citadella-december/) - It took three mornings to paint this scene, as I wanted to capture the early light of the day on the Citadella, surrounding valley fields and buildings. The greening of Gozo continues. Gale storm winds over these days also limited my time outside. Needless to say, it was challenging! Oil on linen 20" x 24".
- [Xewkija](https://normacili.com/2019/04/22/xewkija-2/) - Using a smaller study done on location, I created this 70cm x 50cm larger painting of St John the Baptist Church done at a local farm. Oil on canas.
- [Luzzu in Mgarr](https://normacili.com/2019/03/02/luzzu-in-mgarr/) - Mgarr harbour got busier and busier as the days progressed with anyone who had a fishing pole coming out to try their luck catching the escaped fish from last week's now famous 'dnegel medicane'. That's our legend Mediterranean storm. After several days the pier I was standing on became quite crowded. The famous luzzu boats
- [Persimmons ](https://normacili.com/2018/01/10/persimmons-2/) - Still life persimmons 9" x 12" oil on linen. Thanks to my friends Kim and Keith these fruits have twice earmarked the start of a new year.
- [Wetlands to Mt Diablo](https://normacili.com/2018/02/17/wetlands-to-mt-davidson/) - This mild California winter we're having made it a treat to paint the San Francisco Bay Trail. It was a clear day looking from the North Bay over to Mt. Diablo in the East Bay. Oil on linen 16" x 12".
- [We're Having Apple Pie!](https://normacili.com/2016/01/14/were-having-apple-pie/) - On these wet winter days where rain is a welcome sight in California, there's nothing like a still life of one of my favorite foods. Dessert is announced ahead of the dinner. There is only so much you can do to stay out of trouble. Oil on canvas 16'X20'.
- [Art for Amnesty](https://normacili.com/2018/11/24/art-for-amnesty/) - Painted a boat on the hard at Rosslare Harbour during the Art in the Open event this summer that I donated to this great cause https://www.facebook.com/events/332062967611363/?ti=cl
- [Eggplant](https://normacili.com/2019/03/14/eggplant/)
- [Artichokes](https://normacili.com/2019/02/24/artichokes/) - The small fresh artichokes of winter in Gozo still life. 8" x 10" oil on linen.
- [Xewkija](https://normacili.com/2019/01/08/xewkija/) - Looking toward the Xewkija St John Baptist Church from a local field. This is the largest church on Gozo. It's dome is the world's third largest unsupported dome. The church dwarfs everything around it. Oil on linen 16" x 12".
- [Xaghra Slalom](https://normacili.com/2019/02/13/xaghra-slalom/) - We refer to this hillside climb to Xaghra and the cemetary as the slalom. It is very steep and zig zags all the way. I walked down to the start of it on a very windy day and sat on the rubble wall to keep my profile low and lessen exposure while painting. Such fun
- [Mgarr Harbour](https://normacili.com/2019/02/19/mgarr-harbour/) - This beautiful harbour is where the Gozo Channel lines ferry departs every 45 minutes taking passengers and cars back and forth to the main island of Malta. It's a real hub of activity with the many boats, restaurants and bars surrounding the water's edge. The hop-on buses pick people up and drop them off here
- [Painting at Xatt l-Ahmar on Gozo, Malta](https://normacili.com/2019/01/15/painting-at-xatt-l-ahmar-on-gozo-malta/) - Beautiful day after all the rain and winds here in Gozo. The sea was gorgeous and clear. The hillside below Fort Chambray in Ghajnsielem is very similar to the Badlands in SouthDakota with the various layers of colored soil. Oilon linen 11" x 14".
- [Xlendi Tower and Salt Pans](https://normacili.com/2018/11/03/xlendi-tower-and-salt-pans/) - A real adventure painting these abstract salt pans! To be repeated! Joanne and I had fun huddled in the doorway under Xlendi Tower carved into the natural rock.
- [Cittadella Morning](https://normacili.com/2018/11/14/cittadella-morning/) - This is the morning view from my terrace looking out on the Cittadella, Gozo's famous landmark in Victoria. The ancient fortified city was originally built in 1500 B.C. 11" x 14" oil on linen.
- [Inside the Citadella](https://normacili.com/2018/11/27/inside-the-citadella/) - Painted last week inside the Citadella on a very blustery day. Just got to finishing it. The limestone in Malta and Gozo has this amazing brilliance almost iridescent characteristic that is very hard to capture. It will be part of the journey to understanding these beautiful islands. 12"x16" oil on linen.
- [Red Rocks  Amphitheatre](https://normacili.com/2018/09/17/red-rocks-amphitheatre/) - Painted at Red Rocks today in Morrison Colorado. Great concert venue at the amphitheatre where Livia catches many concerts driving there in her cool orange car! 8"x10" oil on panel.
- [Mt Rushmore Sunrise](https://normacili.com/2018/09/17/mt-rushmore-sunrise/) - Up at 5 a.m. to make it to the Mt Rushmore Memorial and capture the beautiful light on these amazing figures. 8"x10" oil on panel.
- [Badlands Yellow Mounds](https://normacili.com/2018/09/17/badlands-yellow-mounds/) - Painted these Yellow Mounds at Badlands National Park today. It was spectacularly beautiful and hard to decide where to paint. You could paint in this place for a life time and never tire of the scenery. Oil on panel 9"x12".
- [Chugach State Park Anchorage Alaska](https://normacili.com/2018/09/17/chugach-state-park-anchorage-alaska/) - Pretty spot near our campsite in Chugach. The clouds hung low yet there were nice reflections in the water. 9"x12" oil on panel
- [Valdez Low Clouds Fog Lifting](https://normacili.com/2018/09/17/valdez-low-clouds-fog-lifting/) - Painted off the shore of Valdez this evening around 8 p.m. as the fog lifted. Only then could we start to appreciate the beauty of the place. Ships passed in the distance and an oil boom was in place around the dock. 9"x12" oil on panel.
- [Alaska Range Fielding State Park](https://normacili.com/2018/09/17/alaska-range-fielding-state-park/) - Beautiful morning for painting the Alaska Range at Fielding Lake. 9"x12" oil on gesso panel.
- [Denali Alaska](https://normacili.com/2018/09/17/denali-alaska/) - Managed to paint Mt Denali as it was in full view from Eielson Visitor Center. A clear day is unusual at 1 out of 3 possibilities. 9"x12" oil on panel.
- [Mt Redoubt Kenai Penninsula](https://normacili.com/2018/09/17/mt-redoubt-kenai-penninsula/) - Mt Redoubt is on the horizon and the lighthouse for Deep Creek is in this scene looking down at the beach. 12"x9" oil on panel.
- [Rosslare Harbour on the hard](https://normacili.com/2018/09/17/rosslare-harbour-on-the-hard/) - This little painting was of a boat on the hard in Rosslare Harbour safe. 8"x8" oil on canvas
- [Artramon House, Rosslare Harbor, Huntington Castle](https://normacili.com/2018/09/17/artramon-house-rosslare-harbor-huntington-castle/) - These were all painted during Art in The Open in Wexford, however I did not get the best photo of them. Here is the collective. All are 9"x12" oil on linen.
- [Bunclody Bridge](https://normacili.com/2018/09/17/bunclody-bridge/) - Beautiful flowers growing on the edge of the river and near the bridge at Bonclody, Ireland. 8"x10" oil on linen.
- [Wexford Town Quay Nocturn](https://normacili.com/2018/09/17/wexford-town-quay-nocturn/) - The Quay in Wexford Town at night. So challenging especially without a head lamp to find my colors! 8"x10" Oil on linen.
- [Duncannon Town](https://normacili.com/2018/09/17/duncannon-town/) - Looking toward Duncannon town Ireland. 8"x10" oil on linen.
- [Duncannon Beach and Fort](https://normacili.com/2018/09/17/duncannon-beach-and-fort/) - Beautiful windy day at Duncannon Beach with the fort on the hill. This was the first paintout for Art In The Open Wexford, Ireland. 12"x9" oil on gesso board.
- [Homer Spit](https://normacili.com/2018/09/17/homer-spit/) - Painting the mountains and glaciers across the Cook Inlet from Homer Spit, Alaska on a very windy afternoon. This painting was a real challenge with limited blues. The Gamblin Ultramarine Blue I purchased in Denver before the trip turned out to be mismarked and was actually quinacrodone violet. 9"x12" oil on gesso toned Richeson panel.
- [Spring Meadow Flowers](https://normacili.com/2018/06/27/spring-meadow-flowers/) - Beautful wild lupine, yarrow, daisies and other blossoms growing on the Upper Truckee Marsh Meadow are fantastic this year! Hiked out through the tall grasses, marshy sections, people and dogs on the tiny tiny spits of beach to reach this spot. This meadow has done amazing things since they started routing the run off melt
- [Tahoe Keys Marina](https://normacili.com/2018/06/21/tahoe-keys-marina/) - Great setting for the marina nested in against the mountains.Tahoe Keys Marina and the keys in general is as it sounds, very different from the rest of Tahoe but what a beautiful site! 12" x 16" oil on linen.
- [Junipers at Carson Pass](https://normacili.com/2018/06/15/junipers-at-carson-pass/) - These Sierra Junipers caught my eye, as usual when hiking into the pass trail. Sure, I have one dead center but maybe it's ok. Lovely breezy day enjoying these ancient giants. 12" x 16" oil on linen.
- [Christmas Valley](https://normacili.com/2018/06/11/christmas-valley/) - Returned twice to this spot on the river in Christmas Valley to capture the light early in the day. The morning light on the mountain was very soft and the alder tree on the bank was full of light. 12" x 16" oil on linen.
- [Van Sickle Bi-State Park View](https://normacili.com/2018/06/07/van-sickle-bi-state-park-view/) - Nice hike into Van Sickle Bi-State (Nevada and California) Park today. Perfect temperatures and I found a nice flat spot to look out and take in the scenery. 11" x 14" oil on linen.
- [Fallen Leaf Lake View](https://normacili.com/2018/06/07/fallen-leaf-lake-view/) - Clear day, nice and warm with many dogs swimming in the lake including my little boston terrior. Soaring bald eagles hunting overhead were amazing! 12" x 16" oil on linen.
- [Outside the Studio](https://normacili.com/2018/02/02/outside-the-studio/) - Just wanted to capture the memory of my artist studio on a clear warm day. The 'girls' were watching. 16" x 12" oil on linen plein air.
- [One Pot](https://normacili.com/2018/01/25/one-pot/) - Too windy at 50 mph gusts so painted inside while cooking my dinner in the crock pot. Easy way to find some extra time to paint! Oil on linen 16" x 12"
- [Studio Daze](https://normacili.com/2018/01/19/studio-daze/) - With the rainy weather I painted a still life of the studio! It was a good exercise capturing paintings quickly that I had done mostly en plein air. My annual birthday gift to myself to spend the day painting! Life is amazing! 12" x 16" oil on linen.
- [Castle Pots & Canned Goods](https://normacili.com/2015/11/04/castle-pots-canned-goods/) - Chateau Nuits XVI's kitchen had these amazing period pots and home canned goods. The warmth of the room kept me mesmerized and I had to paint this once I got back to my studio. Oil on canvas 24X36.
- [Camellias](https://normacili.com/2016/03/06/camellias/) - Still life of garden camellias kept me and the flowers out of the rain before they were pummeled. This hand-blown glass vase was a bit challenging to paint. When I thought I was done with a dark background in place, I was pretty upset with the results. After sleeping on it I felt the lighter background
- [Dessert ](https://normacili.com/2017/03/08/dessert/) - French Macarons and lucious strawberries on the menu! It was an overcast day and lots of private property signs up so decided a still life would be more welcoming. Oil on gessobord 9" X 12".
- [Up the Hillside](https://normacili.com/2017/12/08/up-the-hillside/) - These are the woods directly behind my house and studio. We often hike up the hill and walk the crest which encircles our valley. Oil on linen 20" x 16".
- [Studio View](https://normacili.com/2017/11/06/studio-view/) - This is the view I enjoy in the mornings from my hilltop studio. This place is so special and peaceful looking out across the valley to Mt. Tamalpais and on clear days to San Francisco's Sutro Tower. 24" x 48" oil on canvas. Click the link below to see the view and painting.
- [Aspen](https://normacili.com/2017/10/24/aspen/) - Yesterday was a good day at Hope Valley, as I found some aspen in their resplendent glory. The wind storm over the weekend stripped many trees bare making it a bigger drive to find any still intact. 12" x 16" oil on linen.
- [Ravieres on the Burgundy Canal](https://normacili.com/2017/10/11/ravieres-on-the-burgundy-canal-2/) - This painting was done in the lovely village of Ravieres, France. It did not travel so well due to my packing and that it was too wet. I was able to restore it. 9x12 oil on linen.
- [Junipers of Kit Carson Pass](https://normacili.com/2017/07/18/junipers-of-kit-carson-pass/) - Painted at Kit Carson Pass the last two days finding myself drawn to the magnificent Sierra juniper trees. They are the ancients of the mountain pass and are likely hundreds of years old. 14" x 11" and 12" x 16" oil on linen,
- [Meadow to Mountains](https://normacili.com/2017/06/19/meadow-to-mountains/) - Painted with the Tahoe Art League yesterday. There were 12 of us and the lunch critique was held in my garden. Great turn out! This view looks toward Mt Rose from the Upper Truckee Marsh/Meadow. There was only the tiniest bit of Lake Tahoe in the distance but the light on it really caught my
- [Bay Trail View](https://normacili.com/2017/06/16/bay-trail-view/) - Painted late in the day on the San Francisco Bay Trail skirting the old Hamilton Air Force base. This site was converted back to wetlands several years ago and the vistas are fantastic! The previous day we had hiked the trail with the dogs at about the same time, so I knew I had to return. This
- [Ranch](https://normacili.com/2017/06/15/ranch/) - Just finished a larger painting from the study I did at Schneider Ranch in Carson City last month. What a great spot to paint. There were so many options and well worth many more visits. Thanks to Kim Leavitt-Franke for getting permission to paint there. Oil on gallery wrapped linen 24" x 36". Smaller study 11" x
- [Boats](https://normacili.com/2017/06/06/boats/) - View across to North Tahoe from Camp Rich. The Lake was filled with boats tied to mooring buoys. Oil on panel 8"x 10".
- [Shoreline](https://normacili.com/2017/06/03/shoreline/) - This was the scene at Camp Richardson on the pier painting near the historic homes in Valhalla yesterday. Gorgeous day, but icy waters did not see any swimmers. Plein air oil on linen 11" x 14".
- [Porcelain Fish Sculptures Available!](https://normacili.com/2017/05/19/porcelain-fish-sculptures-available/) - I have been busy making these one of a kind porcelain fish sculptures (salmon and trout). The ones on wooden boxes are both a painting and sculpture. All are ready to hang on your wall. I have opened an Etsy Shop specifically for selling them. Take a look and you may find something you like. They
- [Spring Meadow](https://normacili.com/2017/05/06/spring-meadow/) - Painted in one of my favorite locations yesterday, the Upper Truckee Marsh/Meadow. It was a super windy day with gusts of 35-40 mph, so lots of holding down and vibrations were occurring. This painting looks northeast toward Mt Rose. Used my one of my newest archival linen panels perfectly made by my husband! 8" x
- [Lake Tahoe at Heavenly](https://normacili.com/2017/04/22/lake-tahoe-at-heavenly/) - Rode the gondola up to the viewing platform and painted today. The temperature was about 50F but still had to dodge snow balls from the fights between all the kids up on the decks. Oil on canvas 12" X 16".
- [Genoa in the shadow of the Carson Range](https://normacili.com/2017/04/11/genoa-in-the-shadow-of-carson-range/) - \ Painted in Genoa yesterday. It was settled by Mormans, the oldest and 1st town in Nevada. The day was very windy with no shelter or umbrella. I had to weigh down the easel and stabilize it with one hand. Weeks ago I had seen this sight on a drive and had to go back
- [Jobs Peak](https://normacili.com/2017/04/07/jobs-peak/) - It was just after mid-day when I painted Jobs Peak looking out from Genoa and River Fork Ranch, Nevada. A bit bright at that time of day but I was able to complete it just the same. Love the views from this town and will head back once the weather gets a bit better post
- [Mt Tallac Reflections](https://normacili.com/2017/03/27/mt-tallac-reflections/) - I scrapped off the sand and finished this painting recently. Last spring the wind kicked up in Tahoe Keys and knocked it onto the beach. With all the snow and rain this year, I would not be able to stand in the same location, so this is one of those historic takes on the mountain reflection
- [Zephyr Cove winter reprieve ](https://normacili.com/2017/03/16/zephyr-cove-winter-reprieve/) - Gorgeous day at Zephyr on Tuesday! The sun had so much warmth in it! There was absolutely no snow so the sand was in full reveal. 12 x 16 oil on linen.
- [Early Spring Garden](https://normacili.com/2016/03/09/early-spring-garden-2/) - The garden steps beckon you up the hill to see what else is changing in this early part of the spring. Oil on canvas 20"X20".
- [Fall Garden](https://normacili.com/2015/11/19/fall-garden/) - This is my favorite time of the year with the beautiful colors the Japanese Maples display. I attempted to capture the vivid colors contrasting with the evergreen shrubbery. The bench beckons someone to sit. Used the big table umbrella to give my palette the needed shade – best umbrella yet! Plein air oil on linen
- [Croissants in a Fall Garden](https://normacili.com/2015/11/25/croissants-in-a-fall-garden/) - As luck would have it, the timing on this couldn't have been better. The following day a winter rain storm hit and knocked off all the beautiful maple leaves! Paul Garcia my friend and pastry chef made the heavenly croissants and scones which had to be served the right way. Oil on linen 18X24.
- [Presidio View of Golden Gate Bridge](https://normacili.com/2017/02/17/presidio-view-of-golden-gate-bridge/) - Capturing different perspectives of the bridge. Fun trying to capture the crazy fog that floats in over the top of the headlands. Oil on linen 12"x 16".
- [Exhibit at El Dorado Library](https://normacili.com/2017/02/09/exhibit-at-el-dorado-library/) - Just hung a show at the South Lake Tahoe library branch. Happy to be sponsored by the Tahoe Art League: The El Dorado County Library presents Original Oil Paintings by Norma Cili On exhibit in the El Dorado County Library Rufus Allen Blvd, South Lake Tahoe Feb 9th to April 8th, 2017
- [Winter Sunset](https://normacili.com/2017/02/02/winter-sunset/) - This sunset on the mountains was quite memorable with the lovely pinks, blues, purples and yellow orange light. Oil on linen 5" X 7".
- [Zephyr](https://normacili.com/2016/03/15/zephyr/) - Beautiful clear day looking across Lake Tahoe from Zephyr Cove. Hard to know how many more of these days we'll have with snow on the mountains. Oil on canvas 9" X 12".
- [Sierra Melt](https://normacili.com/2016/03/29/sierra-melt/) - Long drive around Nevada to stay off the closed Luther Pass in California today. The snow melt which is part of the West Fork Carson River was full blown today even though it was 30 degrees. It was a gorgeous day with plenty of rushing water sounds to keep me company. Oil on canvas 12"
- [Sunflowers](https://normacili.com/2016/05/04/sunflowers-2/) - Small still life to capture color notes. Oil on ampersand board 6"x 6".
- [DL Bliss](https://normacili.com/2016/06/14/dl-bliss/) - Day 1 of the North Tahoe Plein Air event I went to DL Bliss to paint boulders and sugar pines. It was a very windy day up on the mountain. Painted another right after. (2nd image).
- [Tahoe Beach State Park](https://normacili.com/2016/06/15/tahoe-beach-state-park/) - Day 2 afternoon - I painted at Tahoe Beach State Park after hiking down to the water. This spot was perfect for avoiding the 35 mph gusts as I found a well sheltered location in the trees. 12" X 16" oil on linen.
- [Hope Valley Snow](https://normacili.com/2016/12/30/hope-valley-snow/) - Hope Valley was full of sunshine and snow making it a gorgeous day to paint outside. Monika and I worked on a few paintings yesterday. Poor Bella (Monika's retriever), fell in the icy river at one point making it more interesting than we wanted. No worries she is fine. Oil on linen 6" X
- [Snow shoe adventure](https://normacili.com/2017/01/16/snow-shoe-adventure/) - Practiced my Sherpa training while snow shoeing out at least a mile each way on the Upper Truckee Meadow to the point just before Tahoe Keys. Though I wore the snow shoes painting my toes were frosty! This spot is absolutely breath taking looking out at Lake Tahoe and the mountains in the distance with
- [Just before the snow](https://normacili.com/2016/12/27/just-before-the-snow/) - Painted in my favorite nearby meadow last Wednesday just before the big snow. The field was still very golden with traces of snow in the pathway as it snowed on me twice while there! Oil on linen 12" X 16".
- [Sonoma Fall Vineyard](https://normacili.com/2016/12/14/sonoma-fall-vineyard/) - This scene from a small 12" X 16" study was brought to a larger scale in the studio. Sonoma fall vineyard looking down from Gloria Ferrer Winery. Oil on canvas 24" X 36".
- [Sonoma Valley Fall](https://normacili.com/2016/12/02/sonoma-valley-fall/) - Looking down from the Sonoma Caves & Vineyards of Gloria Ferrer there was still some fall color on these vines. We are so lucky to live 15 minutes from this valley and the Carneros region. The Los Carneros name dates from the 1830s, when Mexico administered this region. There were sheep and dairy farms here until
- [Napa Valley Fall](https://normacili.com/2016/11/30/napa-valley-fall/) - After finding this beautiful location in Yountville during a bicycle ride last Sunday, I went back to paint. The fall colors were brilliant! Just as I was totally into the painting the vineyard workers came to trim the vines! I asked if they could do the periphery of the field first, which they kindly did
- [Ancy Le Franc Interior](https://normacili.com/2016/11/14/939/) - Ancy Le Franc interior. This was a beautiful room in the Chateau where many works of art decorated the walls. 20" X 24" oil on linen, studio.
- [Ballynatray Yard](https://normacili.com/2016/10/04/ballynatray-yard/)
- [Fall on the River](https://normacili.com/2016/11/07/fall-on-the-river/) - Caught some fall colors between Kyburz and Whitehall along hwy 50 in the Sierra. It was a beautifully warm day there and found I was a bit overwhelmed by all the colors. 12" X 16" oil on linen.
- [Top of Heavenly Valley](https://normacili.com/2016/11/02/top-of-heavenly-valley/) - This painting entailed an unusual plein air excursion. I took the Heavenly Gondola and then the Tamarack lift where I had to jump off the chair carrying my gear as I reached 9,100 feet of elevation. The lift operator did not slow anything down coming or going. It was very windy, so major exposure from
- [Spooner Lake Fall](https://normacili.com/2016/10/27/spooner-lake-fall/) - Painted at Spooner Lake with Monika Johnson the other day. The aspens were fairly well spent of their fall leaves but the willows were still very colorful. It would be difficult to find a more beautiful location. Oil on linen 12" X 16". Open the link to see additional photos of the day.
- [Red Onion](https://normacili.com/2016/10/15/red-onion/) - This red onion really wanted to smell up the room! Had to keep the door open in the studio while painting. 5" X 7" oil on linen panel.
- [Ravieres Canal](https://normacili.com/2016/10/05/ravieres-canal/) - This was a beautiful clear sunny day on the canal in Burgundy, France.12" X 16" oil on linen
- [Flavigny](https://normacili.com/2016/10/04/flavigny/)
- [Ballynatray Boat](https://normacili.com/2016/10/04/ballynatray-boat/)
- [Gates of Ballynatray](https://normacili.com/2016/10/04/gates-of-ballynatray/)
- [Morning Glory](https://normacili.com/2016/10/04/morning-glory/)
- [Nuits](https://normacili.com/2016/10/04/nuits/)
- [Ravieres Church Nocturn](https://normacili.com/2016/10/04/ravieres-church-nocturn/)
- [Ravieres Shadows](https://normacili.com/2016/10/04/ravieres-shadows/)
- [Ravieres Mairie](https://normacili.com/2016/10/04/ravieres-mairie/)
- [Chasignelles](https://normacili.com/2016/10/04/chasignelles/)
- [Roses](https://normacili.com/2016/05/13/roses/) - These climbing roses grow outside my studio, look very old fashioned and have a wonderfully fragrant scent. 6" X 6" oil on ampersand board.
- [Black Figs](https://normacili.com/2016/07/07/black-figs/) - These black mission figs are a summer favorite of mine! I paired them in a still life with some climbing roses from the garden and a porcelain dish I made years ago. The paint was thick and luscious using both brush and palette knife. 6" X 6" oil on gessobord.
- [Lupine at Gatekeeper's Museum Beach](https://normacili.com/2016/06/15/lupine-at-gatekeepers-museum-beach/) - Day 2 of the Tahoe Plein Air Event. In the morning we painted at Tahoe City's Gatekeeper's Museum today. I remember wishing I had a field of lupines to paint. And so it goes...be careful what you wish. This was not as fun as I'd hoped.. 12" X 16" oil on linen.
- [North Tahoe Plein Air Tahoe Weekly](https://normacili.com/2016/06/14/north-tahoe-plein-air-tahoe-weekly/) - I was delighted to see one of my paintings featured in the Tahoe Weekly publication when I went to pick up my packet of info and get my canvas stamped for the week's event.
- [Upper Truckee & Tallac](https://normacili.com/2016/06/10/upper-truckee-tallac/) - Painted with the Tahoe Art League Plein air group on Sunday at the Upper Truckee Marsh next to Lake Tahoe with great views of Mt Tallac. It was a another beautiful day. We had a great turn out with 10 of us there painting or drawing! Oil on linen 16" X 12".
- [Mt Tallac from the Marsh](https://normacili.com/2016/06/04/mt-tallac-from-the-marsh/) - Yesterday, I painted this view of Mt Tallac in the afternoon. Gorgeous day but I did not completely finish so after my morning painting of the Marsh I was able to complete this one. 12" X 16" oil on linen.
- [Considering the day](https://normacili.com/2016/05/14/consider-the-day/) - 5" X 7" oil on ampersand board.
- [Iris](https://normacili.com/2016/04/06/iris-2/) - My neighbor had these lovely iris growing in her garden. Went over early this morning before the heat of the day came full on. 12" X 16" oil on linen.
- [Golden Gate Bridge from Marin](https://normacili.com/2016/04/19/golden-gate-bridge-from-marin/) - It was a gorgeous warm day yesterday at the Marin Headlands, part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area looking across to San Francisco. This was a scene well overdue to be painted, as I have lived here since 1981! Got to speak with people from France, Australia, Philippines and locals at this heavily visited
- [Iris in vase](https://normacili.com/2016/04/08/iris-in-vase/) - I was lucky enough to have my very nice neighbors present me with a bouquet of the lovely iris I painted in their garden the day before. Loving the new linen panels - 16" X 12" oil on linen.
- [East Fork Carson Melt](https://normacili.com/2016/04/02/east-fork-carson-melt/) - After painting at the East Fork Carson River last week, getting inspired and completing a small study I went big in the studio. 24"x48" Oil on canvas.
- [Heavenly spot](https://normacili.com/2015/06/17/heavenly-spot/) - After by passing the age-old art of graffiti that was practiced on too many of the boulders, I reached this beautiful spot overlooking the Lake. Fabulous combination of live pines and this lovely skeleton of a tree.
- [Mission San Rafael Arcangel](https://normacili.com/2015/08/17/mission-san-rafael/) - Mission San Rafael Arcangel had visitors on this summer's day. It was too perfect to see 3Mules.com walking through the plaza. Their goal is to spread awareness of earth's beauty that can only be protected by the way we live each day. Oil on canvas 24X30.
- [Summer Evening's Light](https://normacili.com/2015/08/20/summer-evenings-light/) - The evening light presented pink splashes through a sky heavy with moisture . Rainbows could be seen across the bay. The front of the barn caught the last of the light just before sunset. 11x14 Oil on canvas panel.
- [Sand Harbor Summer](https://normacili.com/2015/08/24/sand-harbor-summer/) - It was a warm summer's day at Sand Harbor with that lovely aqua blue water beckoning those on the shore to cool off! My daughter Sydney joined me and completed her first plein air in oil (not shown). We had fun painting and at the critique during lunch with the Tahoe Art League. 12X16 oil
- [Nuits-sous-Armancon via Ravieres](https://normacili.com/2015/10/26/nuits-sous-armancon-via-ravieres/) - The reflection of this house in the canal running through Ravieres, France was too hard to pass up! As a group of painters, we were sprinkled around the sides of the canal trying to take in all the beauty that is Burgundy!
- [Ravieres Hill Top View](https://normacili.com/2015/11/04/ravieres-hill-top-view/) - We painted Ravieres from a hilltop overlooking the town. A local reporter came to interview Antonin about bringing plein air back to Burgundy and this small town that will not die.
- [Nuits Church](https://normacili.com/2015/11/06/nuits-church/) - This little simple charming church in the town of Nuits like so many others in France was closed. Plein air oil on panel 12X16. While these posts are later than the time completed, I had to wait until the paint was dry enough to get some of my paintings shipped.
- [Chateau Nuits XVI Kitchen](https://normacili.com/2015/11/07/chateau-nuits-xv1-kitchen/) - The kitchen was spectacular with period furnishings and only natural light. It took two visits to capture as the light changed quickly when the rains came. Plein air oil on panel 12X16.
- [Nuits Canal Footpath](https://normacili.com/2015/11/07/nuits-canal-footpath/) - Antonin really challenged me on these colors and it was a real breakthrough moment for me! This scene was looking down the canal from the Nuits side of the bridge. Plein air oil on panel 12X16.
- [Nuits Farm House](https://normacili.com/2015/11/07/nuits-farm-house/) - This charming farmhouse belongs to the owners of the Chateau in Nuits. It was a soft day with light showers, so we painted under the cover of the hay barn roof. This was on the last day of the workshop in Burgundy. Finished this one at home with limited time to complete. The paint was thick
- [Farmhouse View](https://normacili.com/2015/11/07/farmhouse-view/) - This was done under the hay barn roof as it was quite a rainy afternoon. The cows were out in the field grazing near this lovely river. A double rainbow came out as we finished. This painting was a breakthrough to capturing the light and moment and less about detail. This was the very last
- [Cozy](https://normacili.com/2016/02/02/cozy/) - Staying nice and warm inside today. Oil on canvas 16X20.

## Pages

- [Landscapes](https://normacili.com/landscapes/) - Yellow Teapot and Violas 30 x 40 cm gouache Faded Sunflowers 11.69"x 8.27" Temple Neuf in Metz 6" x 8" gouache. Evening Along the River 6" x 8"gouache. Rolling Hills of the Meuse 8.27" x 11.69" gouache. Campagne de la Meuse 5" x 7" gouache. Euville, Lorraine Department 5" x 7" gouache Quilted Sky Sedan
- [Animals](https://normacili.com/animals/)
- [Water Themes](https://normacili.com/water-themes/) - Sea and Sky A4 oil pastels. Reisling Along the Mosel 10" x 14" gouache. Temple Neuf in Metz 6" x 8" gouache. Morning Mist 8 1/2" x 5 1/2" gouache on hot pressed paper Reflection gouache View From Workum 16" x12" oilon linen Dwejra Aerial View 16" x 20" oil on linenDwejra and the Inland
- [Portraits](https://normacili.com/portraits/) - Self Portrait Oil Evening Stroll 5" x 7" gouache on strathmore mixed media paper Gozo Joy 3rd in series Gozo Musicians 5.5" x 7.55" Gouache on cold pressed paper Gozo Joy 1st in series Ladies in Traditional Dress 10" x 6.3" Gouache on cold pressed paper Oil on canvas panel 12X16 - Sold Oil on
- [About the Artist](https://normacili.com/about-the-artist/) - 🖌️ A Bit About Me I started out painting wall murals in Florida while studying art, then took a detour into the tech world. But art was always with me—whether I was sketching in ink, working with watercolours, or sculpting in clay. For almost 20 years, I’ve been painting outdoors in oils, and more recently
- [Galleries](https://normacili.com/galleries/) - My work may be seen at the following Art Galleries Norma Cili Art Studio, Marsalforn, Gozo - by appointment
- [Sculptures](https://normacili.com/sculptures/) - 10" x 20" porcelain on resin box wall hanging. Background is cobalt and manganese hue. By 8" x 16" porcelain on resin box wall hanging. Background is manganese hue.
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- [Downtown Truckee snowy day](https://normacili.com/51-2/) - Plein air Oil on canvas panel 11x14 $300

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