Remedy: Garlic
Well here’s today’s painting! Title? Remedy: Garlic. This painting is one of a series I’m calling Favorite Things. I expected this delightful and small painting to be a breeze to paint. Why? The subject matter? Simple! The size? Small. However, this painting came with lots of technical challenges for me as a painter. But, before […]
Time and Tendencies
How do you like to spend your time and what are your tendencies? I’ll never forget something my classmates and I heard from one of the toughest teachers at art school. She said, “I can share my knowledge with you but I can’t tell you how to manage your tendencies.” So, I thought about this […]
Nothing to Hide: an Alla Prima Painting
This alla prima painting, entitled Nothing to Hide, seemed like a perfect image as we careen towards Valentine’s Day this week. Why? Well, first there’s a red background in it. Second, there’s a lovely nude model who is sitting confidently. As I painted her, I felt as if she exuded a sense of self awareness […]
Ode to the Turnip: a Favorite Things Painting
How do you feel about turnip? I love turnip so much that I painted this visual “Ode to the Turnip.” Here’s what’s strange about this ode. I love the way turnips look. But, I’m afraid, dear reader, I do not like the way turnip tastes. I have never liked turnip’s taste. In fact, I especially […]