"Historic El Toro Grammar School - Plein Air" - 9 x 12" oil on Board

 What a hidden gem!  I have lived in Orange County for 30 years and have never heard of Heritage Hill tucked at the bottom of the Ralph's parking lot on the corner of Trabuco and Lake Forrest.  Go visit!  It is free.

I will paint there once again and hope to see my nearby family again as well.

"Jane Fleming - Countess of Harrington"

Charcoal by Terry Ann Stanley
Original by Joshua Reynolds

The original painting is in the permanent collection of the Huntington Library. Drawing these charcoals on location has improved my skills and replaces the live model sketching that many artists work into their schedules.

"Pinkie"


Charcoal by Terry Ann Stanley
Original Painting by Thomas Lawrence

Pinkie is a painting in the permanent collection of The Huntington Library in San Marino, California. The painting of Sarah Goodin Barrett Moulton who was born in 1783 in Jamaica was commissioned by Sarah's Grandmother. Pinkie was Sarah's nickname. She died of whooping cough one year after the portrait was completed.

Huntington Gardens is one of my favorite spots to visit and sketch. Every visit I see something new. The spring is beautiful with all it's blooms. Recently I was given a pass to visit the Huntington on the days that the library is closed to the public. I am able to relax and enjoy painting on the grounds without figures passing thru my line of site. I do, however, enjoy the people and watching their faces as they stroll thru the gardens.

"Temple of Love" at The Huntington


12 x 16 inch Original Oil Painting
by Terry Ann Stanley (www.terrystanleyart.com)

The Huntington Library has always been a favorite of mine and the challenge of painting a statue has always been a challenge I have wanted to pursue. Now that I have been approved to paint on the grounds, I have many statues to choose from. This statue has been one of my favorites.

I was able to complete this within a day.

I plan on creating more art at this fabulous Gallery and Gardens.