St. Augustine Stables

Carriage Stable, 18 x 24 original oil on canvas by Mary Hubley

I live in St. Augustine, Florida, a place that was settled by the first Spaniards who crossed the Atlantic. This is where Ponce De Leon found his Fountain of Youth. Fort Matanzas was the scene of many fierce battles between the Spanish, French, and English. And where 500-year-old ghosts still roam the old city.

The compact colonial town is a place to find real American history. Every nook and cranny hides ancient architectural treasures. Just stroll down the patchwork of alleys to find archeological digs, colonial structures, and stables jammed with old horse carriages. This town is a wonderland of artisitic opportunities for a painter, and I'm priviledged to live amongst one of the most beautiful cities to paint in America.