Two New Impressionistic Cityscapes in Pastel
A quiet city and a noisy one; a solitary experience of the city and a congested one.
representational art
Landscape Painting Now (Book Review with Painting Photos)
it was good to see a book on modern landscape painting that takes the genre seriously by serious artists, and as a still relevant topic for living professional painters.
Two New Impressionistic Landscapes in Pastel
This is the time of year, when I can no longer paint outside, I paint from photo references and memories of nature, as well as exploring ideas.
Four Other Paintings from 2020
Here are four paintings I did in 2020, that had not yet made it onto the blog:
Fall in Rain (Pastel Landscape Painting)
In the rain, the autumn colors pop, the backgrounds blur, and the mood is serene and moist.
Two Pastel Landscape Painting Books (Review and Notes)
Here are my notes from two well established landscape painters in pastel.
Two New Pastel Paintings of the Spring Landscape
Here I have captured some of the more fleeting stages of spring in the landscape. What a wonderful season!
In Among the Leaves (New Impressionistic Botanical Painting)
This paint looks especially good on pillows, yoga mats, and face masks. Check it out in my merchandise link!
The Calm Before the Storm (New Painting of Jesus Washing Feet)
While Jesus knew he was to be killed the next day, this is how he spent the evening before: loving, caring, and being an example of service.
Long Shadows at Huntington Park (New Landscape Pastel)
I love hiking in Huntington State Park late it the day in the autumn when the shadows are long.
Two Completely Different New Paintings and Why I Paint a Range
People wonder why I paint so differently than myself sometimes, so I explain that here.
Rocks at Sand Beach, Acadia (Large Pastel Landscape Painting)
I love how this scene expresses both peace and power.
Drama on Deer Isle (New Landscape in Pastel)
This sunset from Deer Isle Maine happened a few years ago and I haven’t forgotten it.
My Art Year in Review 2017
Here is the first of a series of yearly retrospectives of my artwork and shows. This summarizes my art in 2017.
Deb Quinn-Munson’s 80/20 Composition Workshop
Here are my notes and the many photos I took during Deb Quinn-Munson’s three day workshop on the 80/20 rule of composition.
Two New Autumn Landscape Paintings in Pastel
I had a good time ;painting both of these new autumn landscape paintings in pastel and enjoy their vibrancy.
Last Camp Painting 2017: Cabin Sunflowers
This is the last assignment at this year’s Creative Arts Camp. We were to paint a still life with a view out a window.