Elaine Levine's Levering studio is situated right next to her flourishing garden. You can tell what season it is by her paintings: early spring pops up narccisus and tulips; May brings the fragrance of lilacs; summertime invites us to gather a huge bouquet of peonies. Daisies are fun and the bold and beautiful geraniums are an annual favorite. Romance blooms with the roses. It is wonderful to see the beauty Elaine paints throughout the seasons.

Painting in oils on canvas, Elaine starts her artistic romance by picking her fresh bouquet and turning on classical music. The ambiance transforms Elaine as a part of her paint brush. She senses the colors, texture, and smells of her surroundings. With controlled brush strokes, Elaine's hand and eye transform the white canvas into a symphony of color.

Elaine is a painter of moods. Color may suggest an emotional atmosphere or offer hues and tones that are simply sensuously satisfying. Using the temper of the pallet knife, a sweep of her brush, or just the rubbing of her fingers, Elaine paints with her whole self. Elaine sees the mysterious heart of the flower.

Elaine Levine's work is on display at Art Above the Coop, 216 S. Main, Cheboygan, Michigan.