Tuesday, June 28, 2016

Dapper Sherman


Oil on Archival Board
 
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You can't tell me Sherman doesn't look smart and sassy and he should, too, because he is competing in obedience and winning much praise.  Apparently French Bulldogs are not always obedient....and I know they don't always win awards.  Only the ones who have incredible trainers (i.e., Brian Hawkins)!  Don't you think that red bowtie says it all?  What a face!!!

Monday, June 27, 2016

Late Day at the Ocean


5 x 7 Oil on Archival Board
Here is the second in my mini-series of beach vignettes.  There were rough seas this particular evening and I caught this woman walking her dog along the surf.    If you are interested in purchasing, just hit the Buy It Now link.  It will take you to my Etsy page of original oils.


Thursday, June 23, 2016

Setting Up


5 x 7 Oil on Archival Board

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Summer is officially here, so here is the first in a little series of beach vignettes.  Finding the perfect spot on the beach and setting up all the things that seemed necessary was always a chore.  When I went to the beach as a child, all we brought was a blanket or towel, radio, and suntan lotion...Sometimes, not even that because we all believed that being really red or tan was the goal...   

Monday, June 20, 2016

Golden Sunset at the Lake



8 x 8 Oil on Archival Board

This time of year the sunsets are exquisite, and even more so after a storm.  I don't usually try to paint them because I don't seem to be able to capture that beauty.  I never do them justice; however, I had to try to capture this one.  My friend (and wonderful artist), Suzanne Paddock, came over last week and we played.  We mostly discussed color and the process of blocking in.  Her suggestions and the time she took were so much appreciated.  In this painting, I tried to conjure up everything we talked about.  I really like the way this came out.  Thank you, Suz!!!

Tuesday, June 14, 2016

"The Problem We All Live With"


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8 x 8 Oil on Archival Board

For me, painting is a good way to avoid thinking about the horror that occurred in Orlando.  My heart goes out to all those involved.  This touches us all.

This is another in my art patron series...This one of a little girl with a huge backpack (and a teddy bear) studying Norman Rockwell's depiction of little Ruby Bridges, a six year old, headed to an all white public school in 1960.  She is surrounded by guards and walks with determination and pride. The painting was one of many in the recent Rockwell show at the Taubman Museum in Roanoke, VA.  I'd love to say things have changed since the 60's, but have they??

Tuesday, June 7, 2016

Floating on Smith Mountain Lake


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8 x 8 Oil on Archival Board

One great thing about living on a lake is that there is never a problem finding a subject to paint.  I suppose that is true wherever you live.  I'm so in love with the painting process that I am never at a loss for my next project, which makes everyday a great adventure.