Petunias 3x5

Petunias have an incredible graceful shape, very "artsy." They present a challenge, not the bloom so much as the foliage. I have had good luck a few times, but sometimes...

Abbey Side Porch 5x7 85.00

I think I may have been a monk in another life. I have an affinity for monasteries, abbeys, old masonry work, etc. The light is incredible as it reflects on these structures, forming all manner of shadow forms.

Washing at the River 5x7 $80.00 framed

I have always been drawn to old-world scenes, ancient structures, and bucolic landscape. I can't resist rock structures such as this old bridge. Maybe I was a monk in another life.

New England Scene 16x20 $200.00

Landscapes, I suppose, are my favorite topic to paint. Normally, I am drawn to a scene in which I would like to BE.  This is one of them.

Centennial

In 2006, the town of Ashland celebrated its 100th birthday,  the most well-attended city event I can remember. To commemorate this gala affair,  artists within Marble Gate Gallery painted a series of flags, one of which was this one I painted of the county courthouse dome and flag. Helen Pope purchased this painting. She would want me to say that.

Blooming Cup 4x6 framed 50.00

In October I always try to attend the Sarah Carlisle Art Colony on Lake Martin. The week is spent painting, listening to instruction, and networking with those of like mind. This year we worked on values and several studies were done painting ordinary kitchen items: cups, bowls, flatware, fruit, and veggies. Now I'm returning to those studies and applying color. This is one of those studies after color.

Behold, the Eggplant 4x6 $50.00

Eggplant have always appealed to me. The color is so lovely and the texture of the surface is so touchable and, well...exotic? Too bad I have never developed a taste for them. I've tried frying them like green tomatoes. - Ok, but I prefer green tomatoes. I've even gone the eggplant Parmigianino route, but anything is tasty with enough cheese piled on it. I think I'll just admire the eggplant for its aesthetic qualities.