Some Recent Pages in my Artist’s Journal
The above is a collage done out of the condolence cards that were sent regarding my mother’s passing, and the three pieces below were meditations done in pen and ink along with watercolor…
Abstract Art
Two New Abstract Paintings
I’m not totally thrilled with these, but I share them as stepping stones in my process. I tried out some new ideas here, some of which worked and I’ll explore further, and some of which I’ll let drop. I am in an expansively experimental phase in my artwork and have a zillon ideas I want … Read more
My Mom’s Abstract Watercolors
Recently, I’ve taken the photos below of the abstract watercolor paintings by my mother that I own, and I thought you’d enjoy seeing them…
Playing with Oil Resist
I have a ton of ideas to try and just took my first tiny step today in one of them; I played with oil resist, making it up as I went. I liked these first
Two Oil Paintings Done at Camp
This year I took an all day memoir class at Creative Arts Camp instead of my usual painting class, so I had to squeeze the creation of these into non-class time.
New Painting: ”Underlying Issues” (with Process Photos)
Friday afternoon my calendar was unexpectedly cleared so I had the chance to paint outside in the beautiful day. Above is the painting that came forth, titled “Underlying Issues.”
I’m in this “Bedlam” Art Show
I have two pieces in this art show at the Ridgefield Guild of Artists. You have seen these two pieces on the blog earlier this year, here and here; you can see them also in the first two photos below. I think they are among the best in the show, which is surprising to … Read more
Prayer Paintings and Condolences
I have heard from so many of you with beautiful and heartfelt condolences, and I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you. I have appreciated the love and support of each and every one of you. I am indeed blessed with marvelous family, friends, colleagues, and blog readers. You all are precious to me. … Read more
David Dunlop at the Watershed Gallery
If you get a chance and are in Ridgefield, CT this summer, check out David Dunlap’s paintings at the Watershed Gallery. They are lovely and particularly fascinating because they are painted on brushed aluminum and even silver. The one I loved the most (a detail above, the complete painting at the bottom of the post) … Read more
My New Oil Painting: Praise You Like I Should
Here is my new oil painting titled Praise You Like I Should. It is 24″ x 36″ done on an archival panel, and it took a lot of time to do this fastidious, meticulous work. I am pleased with how it came out and the also am refreshed by its release from a rule-bound … Read more
Featured Artist: Robert Baribeau
This abstract artist has a show in New York City at the Allan Stone Gallery from now until July 29th, and I thought if you happened to be in New York City in the next six weeks, might want to catch this show. It spans 30 years of Robert Baribeau’s work. These works are considered … Read more
My New Oil Painting: Sunset Harbor
Seeing the sunset on the harbor recently in Annapolis reminded me of this oil painting I did in Maine last fall that never made it onto the blog. Here it is, in detail above and the complete 12” x 16” work below.
My New Abstract Oil Painting: Spontaneous Combustion
I love this painting of mine with its raw expression and vibrant intensity.
Photos of Heavy Machinery
Opportunities for photos are everywhere. I thought these textures, shapes and compositions were intriguing.
Inventing Abstraction Show at the MOMA
Yesterday I was delighted to go into the city with a friend to see the Inventing Abstraction show at the MOMA. Here are some highlights in my photos and…