Humility
Posted on June 15, 2016
Humility . . . God’s creations fill me with awe and I am humbled by the fleeting beauty His flowers.
The perfection of this delicate white rose was intriguing to paint.
Humility
● SOLD (6 x 6 inches, oil on panel)
My Garden, My Muse
Posted on May 3, 2016
Won’t you come into the garden? I would like my roses to see you. —Richard Brinsley Sheridan
Putto
Posted on April 2, 2016
A putto (Italian: [putto]; plural putti [putti] or puttoes) is a figure in a work of art depicted as a chubby male child, usually nude and sometimes winged.
This little putto can be found in the gardens outside Gari Melchers Studio and Home. I wanted to capture this wonderful statue and the essence of the light I saw that day. This piece was juried into the exhibition, Belmont Portrayed at Gari Melchers Studio and Home in Falmouth Virginia.
Putto
● SOLD (6 x 6 inches, oil on panel)
A Quick Sketch
Posted on March 2, 2016
“Draw Antonio, draw Antonio, draw and don’t waste time.”—Michelangelo
Sometimes family life gets hectic and it is hard to fit in time at the easel. Drawing is a great way to hone my skills. This is a quick 15-minute sketch of my son as he is watching TV. I need to heed the maestro’s words more often!
Sunrise—Sunset
Posted on February 4, 2016
@ The Byrne Gallery
7 W. Washington Street, Middleburg, Virginia
www.byrnegallery.com
February 3 – 27, 2016
Opening Saturday, February 6, 2:00 – 5:00PM
A juried show featuring artworks inspired by the sun bringing joy and warmth to the cold month of February. Renowned bird painter and artist, Robin Hill selected the artworks for the exhibit that includes 26 artists from Middleburg and neighboring regions and features paintings, photography and other media.
Prodigal Sun
Framed Painting: $425 plus Shipping
(12 x 12 inches, oil on panel)
Available for Sale through the Dailypaintworks.com
Belmont, Through the Garden
Posted on January 25, 2016
● SOLD (20 x 16 inches, oil on panel)
This painting of Gari Melchers home and garden was juried into the
exhibition, Belmont Portrayed and is on view there from January 23 to April 17, 2016.
224 Washington Street
Falmouth, Virginia
540-654-1015
www.garimelchers.umw.edu
January 23 to April 17, 2016
Opening Reception: January 28 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
About the Show: Belmont Portrayed celebrates the 40th anniversary of Gari Melchers Home and Studio by featuring works by local and regional artists depicting the buildings and grounds of the Melchers’ country home. More the 50 works by 37 artist were selected by Belmont director David Berreth from 110 pieces submitted by 56 artists. The images range in size from 4 x 6 inches to 2 x 3 feet and include works in oil, watercolor, pen and ink, and pastel, among other media. Cash awards provided by Nicky Seay Charitable Fund will be determined by a public vote in the gallery during the duration of the show, which is on view until April 17. Admission to the exhibition is included with regular museum admission.
Delicate Beauty
Posted on December 2, 2015
Roses by Abbott Handerson Thayer, ca. 1890, oil, 56.6 x 79.7 cm, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of John Gellatly
This is one of my favorite paintings at the Smithsonian by Abbott Handerson Thayer (1849-1921). His color palette and fluid application of paint makes these roses sublime!
“A bowl of roses in Thayer’s hands becomes more than a flower-piece; it is a glimpse into the very center of beauty.” — anonymous
The White Chocolate Pot
Posted on November 3, 2015
Framed Painting: $325 plus Shipping
(10 x 8 inches, oil on panel)
Available for Sale through Paypal
One of my favorite flea market finds, a white chocolate pot. Antique teapots and cups remind me of my grandmother. She was a great cook, very sweet and worked hard at a china factory.
Roses in a Trumpet Vase
Posted on October 4, 2015
Brushstrokes describe the form of tender petals. I wanted to capture the pop of red against the subtle color of the paler roses.
“You can complain because roses have thorns, or you can rejoice because thorns have roses.”
Roses in a Trumpet Vase
Framed Painting: $495 plus Shipping
(12 x 12 inches, oil on panel)
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Morning Glow
Posted on October 2, 2015
The soft colors in the sky and the calmness of the scene inspired me to paint. My palette knife allows me to capture the texture of the foliage on the trees and the movement of the water.
Morning Glow
● SOLD (10 x 8 inches, oil on panel)
