#10 - Flower Study

#10 - Flower Study

#9 Hide & Seek

#9 - Hide and Seek
This study was done in two fairly quick sessions. It is more about the drawing than color.
I am still playing with lighting to capture the truest representation.

#4 - in process - ultimately scraped

#4 - inprocess
I started this and then it turned really awful.
I like the process photo better than the final (which I scrapped)
The heirloom tomato was ultimately completely out of proportion and very hard to execute. It had that very dark red green color. They taste great, but are a challenge (for me) to paint!

#8 - Cabbage Flower in detail

#8 - Cabbage flower in detail.
So after I was told the French Bouquet (#4).. was not recognizable, I thought I would try a more detailed approach to this subject.
I have to admit that I like it a lot. In the places where I draw into the paint.. I also like, but feel it is cheating somewhat.
Maybe it's the beginning of a certain style for me.. or I need to just paint a lot more so defining edges as done in this piece is not so necessary...

#7 Tonal Study

#6 - This is a value study.
I thought it would be helpful to me to first paint it in trying to see the light/darks.
I did have 2 light sources, which tends to mess with things.. There will be more of these.

#6 - Green apples

 #6 - 6x6 apple study
Another apple study. Truly this is more interesting in real life.
The photography has been a challenge. - I keep trying different lights/lighting.
I will be making that part of the process to fine tune.

#5 - French Bouquet

#5 - French Bouquet
This painting was done in 20 minutes, then I spent more time trying to put some detail into it.
My partner (wife :)).. said she knew what it was, but nobody else might.
I am at that blind stage where I like it and maybe I am not seeing it with objective eyes.
In any case.. I still like it, with the fresh, free and loose strokes ..abstract or not :)!

#3 - Lone Survivor

#3-Nov 26 2014

The Lone Survivor

Egg shells.. I thought I'd give these a try. Egg shells are so delicate and SO hard to paint. CM had done a demo and of course made it look so easy. I will tackle a new composition, but from where I started I am happy with the progress I made on these. You can at least tell what they are. The rest is just to keep working at it-  and I'll continue on that again tonight! What fun:)

#2 (of the 100 in 5 month goal)
2 Apples with a knife.
The silver of the silverware is hard to do.
I'll be working on that and continuing to try and see the value.. oh yes.. and the drawing!

#1
nov 17 2014
POST of  "Apple Study"
this study is done post workshop with Carol Marine..
It was so great and i feel inspired.

Entwined In Spirit

Entwined in Spirit
5x7 Oil on Panel


This feels like one of my successes. It is what motivates me to keep trying for one painting a day. If  I can keep it up I expect to have exciting results this time next year. Have you ever heard of what a difference a year makes!?  Also I have an affinity for  the number three. I have two amazing sisters.. and I find significance in the combination of things in threes. Since we have been young adults, I have never been more grateful for the gift of my sisters.. I love the delicate way the roots entwine moving in and out and through each other.  --So explains my title..enjoy!

The Chosen Radish
3x5 Oil on Panel

Study- Grapes with paint brush

Grapes with Paint Brush
8x8 Oil on Panel


This was a study done in a few hours. I am managing to get almost one piece done a day.

Sea Horse

Sea Horse
5x5 Oil


A study for the final.. which is not going very well. 
I will post after I get it done

Berry Berry Good

Berry Berry Good
10x3 Oil on Masonite
Drawing is same size pencil with oil wash  - Study was started first to establish the composition.
 A friend at work was raving about strawberries.. so it inspired me to get a bunch.. paint fast.. then eat :)

Tuscan Country Road

Tuscan Country Road
8x16 Oil on Panel

This is from a photo of one of our bike rides through the Tuscan countryside. This was truly one of the most beautiful routes.. so tranquil and stunning. Always better in person!


As far as a landscape piece, I am sure I will keep working this one. It is intriguing to look at but feels awkward to me in spots. 
I will get feedback and then see what I can do.

The Pomegranate

The Pomegranate
8x8 Oil on Board


This was a study over a few days.. thus my pom lost its deliscious glow. But it was a fun one to do.

Three Pairs

Three Pairs
6x6 Oil on Canvas


These pears are miniature and all variations of red, green and purple. They are exotic looking, small and rich with color. I was able to do this pretty quickly. That is my goal currently.. to paint quickly and keep a fresh look to the color and brushwork.

The Trail Home

The Trail Home
5x8 Oil on Panel

After the storm of 2012 in Colorado.. it was time to get out and do some snowshoeing to enjoy those 16". What a spectacular vision of white!  ...yet not white at all.

Head to Head

HEAD TO HEAD
6x6 Oil on Panel


I have a thing for twos. I just realized this is another duo study. But.. it is that, just a study. It is always good to see these in this context. It helps me see more the areas I can improve upon. This is a 6x6 Oil on board. It is up for auction on Daily Paintworks..