Perhaps the reason for her sensitivity lies in her method: she paints outside, "en plien air", often returning to the studio to finish. Once back in the studio, surrounded by photos of her location, she will often play the same music on her stereo that she listened to while in the field in an attempt to continue the mood.
Darlene Morgensen
"Chimacum Creek Fall"
pastel on paper
Darlene Morgensen
"Ellensburg Blue"
pastel on paper
Darlene Morgensen
"Red Skies Night"
pastel on paper