Before dusk, I was able to finish this painting and capture the pinks casting on the earth from the sunset.

It's a magic time when the sun goes down and the Ojai Valley is awash in muted tones-pink, lavender and peach. Locals call it the “Pink Moment”. This magnificent tower is part of Ojai's Post Office.

Oak trees are in abundance in Ojai, California. Here is one I captured in the "Pink Moment" that is a special time at sunset where the sky and mountains are in an array of pink tones at dusk.

Jacaranda trees are in full blossom. Some people feel that they make a big mess, but I love to see my favorite color, glowing in contrast with our city hardscape and nature.  I'll take the mess any day!