...the showing of 14 select paintings at the Rialto Theater in Tampa Florida. Thanks to Hope Donnelly for the invitation to show my work in this beautiful, elegant and historic venue. This series includes oil paintings completed from January 2019 to December 31, 2020. The paintings curated for this art exhibit are for sale. Please contact me for purchase and payment options. The work is available to view by appointment only, and masks are required inside the building. Please contact me to schedule a visit, nothing compares to seeing artwork in person!
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...one cannot capture moving clouds in a single sitting when plein air painting. Clouds move freely in the atmosphere and travel on the currents, constantly changing shape and size. Painting clouds is like trying to paint ocean waves, attempting to freeze them in time. When I started the painting "Brilliant Noon Skyscape," my goal was to create several color studies to capture the atmosphere, infinite distance, and the brilliant colors before my eyes. I could see for miles that day, lost in thought. In addition to ethereal sky blue evident on a clear day, I saw many color variations: blue green like the tropical Gulf water on a summertime day, and the tart yellow green of a Granny Smith apple. The bright and uplifting painting came together with the aid of color studies, sketches and several photographic references. This 12x12 inch oil painting is now for sale on my Etsy shop here.  ….my backyard neighbors were cows and hay bales. During today’s trying times, it is beneficial for me to look back on the past and remember times that brought joy. I, like many people, rummage through old photos for a glimpse into the past. I, like many representational painters, have the opportunity to rummage through old paintings for a glimpse of techniques and subject matter that bring back joyful memories. I painted this small plein air painting 10 years ago after a brief passing thunderstorm just as the sun began to set. I am in the midst of curating a selection of joyful landscape and seascape paintings featured for sale on my etsy shop. These paintings can be viewed here.  I have officially opened my Etsy shop! My hand embroidered goods are now available to purchase. The selection is small, but 100% handmade. Each item is unique and original (no reproductions or mass production partners involved). Click here to shop!    Some images of my preparatory drawing for “Pale Purple Tulips” in Violet. I love working in monochrome, I am able to match the color values closely, which eases the transition working from drawing to paint. The finished painting is available to purchase from UGallery here. Although small in size, 8x8 inches, this oil painting required the same attention to detail required of a larger representational artwork. These bright yellow roses placed on a subtle greenish-gray background were painted from life without the aid of photography. This painting is now for sale on UGallery here.    A glimpse into the development of my recent painting, Spring Serenity, from drawing to grayscale sketch to finished painting. After arranging the composition for this floral still life, I was immediately attracted to the warm reflected light cast on the right side of the pink blooms. The color of the flower petals shifted from a bright, cool pink to a warm pinky orange. Set against a cool blue background, the Astras appeared to glow. The finished artwork is 12"x12"x0.75". Oil paint on cradled wood panel. Available for purchase on UGallery In the midst of packaging and sending a brand new painting across the country. Well wishes for a safe journey to a new home. I enjoyed having this Magnolia painting on my wall, even though it was just for a short time. I hope it brings as much joy to its new owner that it did for me. Interested in a special purchase for yourself? My representational oil paintings are for sale on UGallery here! |
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