To wander in the early spring woods and find trillium is an annual delight that thrills and nourishes the soul!  We are reminded, by nature's stunning gift of simplicity and purity, of blessed hope, joy and renewal.  The best of retirement is newly found time to use as you wish. Creating art opens up an amazing and nurturing door where you rediscover your inner child, free to play, explore and just have fun.  Plein Aire painting (fresh air-outdoors) offers an astounding appreciation and awe of nature and a comforting sense that we are all a part of it.  Emelie Braun's art is exhibited in galleries in Michigan, South Carolina and Florida and in many private collections.