"REDHEAD"

This is a sneak preview of one of the paintings in my show at the new Jack Sewell gallery opening August 6 Arts Alive.  All pieces are oil on mylar.  Hope to see you there.

"WHITE ROSE, BLUE POT"

This is a night time still life.  The rose had been in the vase a few days and beginning to sag in an appealing way.  I set it up against a mirror and dark middle toned drape.  I added the blue pot and bud for more interest and to make the background feel right.  Their reflection shows in the mirror.  To learn more or to bid on eBay CLICK HERE

"101 PIERCY BRIDGE"

Two bridges were built rerouting Hwy 101 around the Confusion Hill slide area which took nearly 5 years to complete.  This is within walking distance of my house but the area naturally was closed off during that time.  Sure feels good to be able to get to the river again.  This is the second northernmost bridge.  It is 8 x 8 inches oil on panel and done plein air. 

"GARDEN SCENE, KALE"

Kale and chard are beautiful plant and so much fun to paint.  Don't often get to use red and blue like that!  It's also about the healthiest vegetable you can eat.  As I was painting this two female turkeys came by with their brood of babies.  My day was complete.  It is 8 x 8 inches oil on linen panel.  

"CORNER GROCERY"

I found these old photographs from back when I lived in St. Maries, Idaho and decided to do a few paintings.  Brought back old home week.  My house was just across the street and I wonder now if any of the old buildings are still standing.  I know my house was bull dozed about 15 years ago.  This was a joy to paint because it is on an oil primed linen panel.  Dimensions are 8 x 8 inches.

"SPRING GREENS"

This was painted in my friend's back yard which was a riot of new greens and flowers.  I usually run the other way when confronted with this much green to paint but since the weather said probable rain we decided to stay. It was beautiful to look at but a real challenge to paint.   I had to look very closely at the subtle color modulations and be careful not to generalize.  The size is 12 x 9 inches oil on canvas panel. 

"MIDNIGHT SPECIAL FLORAL"

This painting is acrylic on mylar 4 1/2 x 6 3/4 inches.  I'm always amazed at the translucency of this medium on this support.  Sometimes the values are tricky because acrylic dries darker but I was pleased with how the reflection on silver vase turned out.