A Day with Laura Lee The Chicago skyline as seen from Lincoln Park was one of the highlights of a trip my daughter and I spent visiting my best friend from high school. The way nature and man collide in this location spoke to me and was breathtaking.	Taste of Napa On an anniversary trip to Napa, we ran across a quaint little vineyard at Heitz Cellars, which featured a beautiful patio in the back with a nice water table feature, wonderful wine, falling wysteria and a fantastic view of the valley beyond. A rustic bench and table added ambiance to this perfect little spot to savor a perfect glass of cabernet. I hope you enjoy this little Taste of Napa as much as I did.	Walking in Flagstaff Inspired by a trip we took to Flagstaff, where my husband and I went to college, this painting captures the bright beauty of a winter scene in the pines, where full sun and cold snow provide an amazing contrast to each other.
Japanese Garden We took a trip to Tokyo in the mid-2000s, and really fell in love with the entire country. This is an homage to the peace and serenity that is found at every turn in Japan.	Getty Gardens The Getty Gardens at the Getty Museum in Los Angeles is one of my favorite places to visit. There are so many amazing works of art at this museum, but what sets it apart is the amazing botanical garden outside, with wonderfuly manicured bushes and water features. It's such a calm and relaxing area.