Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Shore Line Two Step

 "Shore Line Two Step" Oil on linen 18" X 24"

This will be the painting that I'm submitting to the Salon International at the
Greenhouse Gallery. The Canada Goose is so common that people really don't take
the time to examine all the color that these birds can reflect. I really enjoyed painting
the effects of direct light as well as the reflected light on these geese. I also took a little
more time experimenting with different techniques while maintaining my refusal to use
a smaller brush than a #5 Signet Filbert.

Monday, October 29, 2012

Postcard Size Art

(L) Chinese Goose (R) Canada Goose

Both are 7" X 5" on Gallery Wrapped Canvas.

These are for Toucan's "Little Art Show". Postcard size paintings that are unframed. I usually take the opportunity to try different techniques and materials with these small paintings. I just finished reading a great book on techniques of the masters, so I started with a detailed black & white under painting, then started glazing in with thin layers of color building to thicker applications of paint. It was really fun and the end result was a Classic Atelier look.

Wednesday, October 17, 2012

Valley Awakening


"Valley Awakening" 16" X 24" Oil on Panel

Actually, I started this on location, yet after the block in my light and clouds were gone, so I finished it in my Studio. I really enjoy hiking out in new areas of the Madison Valley, especially when it's a cold early Spring morning before the sun breaks the top of the mountains. Alone with my paints, the slightest movements and sounds are amplified, colors seem more identifiable and the trees display their unique character. The stage is set...

Tuesday, October 16, 2012

In Passing

  "In Passing"   Oil    12" X 16"

I started this painting as a demonstration during
Artists in Action at the 2012 Woodson Art Museum's Birds in Art Event.
 I feel very fortunate to have been juried into this wonderful event and
meet so many accomplished artists, several of which are heroes of mine.
This painting is a full donation to the Woodson Art Museum with
a sincere "Thank You!"
This event and museum has really inspired me to "Step Up my Game"
and keep submitting to future Birds in Art events.