Sage and Time

Throughout her career, artist Iris Scott has proven thatfinger paintingisnt just for kids.

This is encapsulated in her latest painting calledSage and Time.

Its made even more magical when you remember that Scott did this all without the help of a paintbrush.

Iris Scott Desert Night Painting

“Sage and Time”

Scott works in northern New Mexico, a land known for its expansive views of the desert.

The little pinion and juniper trees are petite but ancient; the landscape is both harsh and welcoming.

The desert is a bewitching place, and Im head over heels for it.

Iris Scott Desert Night Painting

Iris Scott with “Sage and Time”

The swirling, and often beguiling, beauty of the night sky broughtSage and Timeto life.

I knew it needed to be BIG, to capture that expansive feeling stargazers love, Scott says.

I tickledSage and Timeinto existence over the course of a week with Holbein oils upon a Fredrix canvas.

Iris Scott Desert Night Painting

“Sage and Time” (Detail)

The originalSage and Timepainting sold within hours of being made public.

Canis Latrans

Canis Latrans (Detail)

Juniper Loom

Iris Scott Desert Night Painting

“Sage and Time” (Detail)

Iris Scott Desert Night Painting

“Sage and Time” (Detail)

Iris Scott Desert Night Painting

“Sage and Time” (Detail)

Iris Scott Desert Night Painting

“Sage and Time” (Detail)

Iris Scott Desert Night Painting

“Sage and Time” (Detail)

Finger Painting by Iris Scott

“Canis Latrans”

Finger Painting by Iris Scott

“Canis Latrans” (Detail)

Finger Painting by Iris Scott

“Juniper Loom”