Put the Kettle On
Why put the kettle on? Oh it’s the key to a secret revolution, gentle reader! But, before reading on, if you want more information about me, check here. And, if you think you would like weekly colorful paintings in your inbox (yay!), sign up here. It’s Time Even if you only read the Cliff Notes […]
Crystal Blue Persuasion
This week’s painting is entitled “Crystal Blue Persuasion.” Before I share more I’d like to welcome you here. Where’s “here?” How about a quick back story? I love to paint. Where? Well, I paint at my home studio, outdoors and on the road. On the road? Yes! For several months each year, we tow a […]
Crowley’s Island Beach View
Where is Crowley’s Island Beach View? I cannot wait to share gentle reader. But first, if you’re new here, welcome! Each week I share a painting, sketch or study. My hope is that what I draw or paint might delight and inspire you. Sign up here to receive these colorful painting posts in your inbox. The Setting Where […]
Cadillac Mountain View
Greetings from Cadillac Mountain View. Where is this view? I can’t wait to share. But first, if you’re new here, welcome! Each week I share a painting, sketch or study. My hope is that what I draw or paint might delight and inspire you. Sign up here to receive these colorful painting posts in your inbox. The Setting […]
Spring has Sprung
Are you ready for the time of year when Spring has Sprung? I sure am and will share more shortly. But first, in case you’re new, here’s more information. This is a place where, each week, I share my paintings, process, art history, and inspiration. Whether this is your first or millionth visit here, hiya, […]
Save the Date
Why “Save the Date” gentle reader? Because I’m excited to share that I am having an art gallery opening on Friday, May 27, 2022. Consider this your virtual “save the date” postcard. Here are the details. Artist, Ellen Gamble and I are going to have our work on display starting Tuesday, May 17, 2022. Ellen’s […]
5 tips to a successful artist popup show
Here are 5 tips to a successful artist popup show. I want to share these tips for several reasons. And I promise to share the tips and reasons below. But first, let’s welcome newcomers and share the purpose of this post and blog. Okeedokee? Small Spaces Special Places Welcome new readers! Each year, I select […]
Delightful Details
Whoops! Why delightful details? Well, because you get a glimpse of the back of a painting in today’s blog post. I’ll share more information about this but first, let’s welcome new readers and share the purpose of this post and blog. Small Spaces Special Places Welcome new readers! Each year, I select a theme for […]
Nothing to Hide: an Alla Prima Painting
This alla prima painting, entitled Nothing to Hide, seemed like a perfect image as we careen towards Valentine’s Day this week. Why? Well, first there’s a red background in it. Second, there’s a lovely nude model who is sitting confidently. As I painted her, I felt as if she exuded a sense of self awareness […]
Ode to the Turnip: a Favorite Things Painting
How do you feel about turnip? I love turnip so much that I painted this visual “Ode to the Turnip.” Here’s what’s strange about this ode. I love the way turnips look. But, I’m afraid, dear reader, I do not like the way turnip tastes. I have never liked turnip’s taste. In fact, I especially […]