I begin a piece by arriving at a location with a stretched gallery wrapped canvas which has been painted with a golden color. This will give my paintings a warm undertone. I quickly scope out the scene to paint as the light changes by the minute. I want to capture the shadows cast by the sun. I take a deep breath, dip my brush in my oil paints and begin to enjoy the experience. It is my goal to share the beauty of nature with the viewers. Cathy Berse is a 29 year resident of Florida and a signature member of East Coast Plein Air. Cathy attended the University of Wisconsin University of Tennessee and Milwaukee Area Technical College. In years past she has worked as a graphic designer, teacher, and muralist. Currently Cathy is totally painting Plein Air. You can find out more about Cathy at www.cathyberse.com