The rhythm of the waves, sun warming the skin, a twirl , a taste of salt in the air.

Perhaps a nod to Edgar Degas and his ballet dancers - changing the art world some 160 years ago - but impressionism still beloved by many.

Or a nod to any young girl today, feeling the freedom brought by wind, a floaty dress and the song playing in her head.

"Sea Dance" is oil on canvas, 24"h x 20"w.

Drop by my studio this Saturday, March 14 from 10am to 5 pm for OSA's Second Saturday Open Studios. There are just 10 of us open on Saturday in the Arbolada and Meiners Oaks areas of Ojai.