Moody Beauty

Moody Beauty

Moody Beauty is the name of this week’s painting. Why? I promise to get to that and to a smidge of art history, too. But before I delve into that, here’s some back story on this blog. Whether this is your first or millionth visit here, hiya, hello and a warm welcome! To read about […]

I Hear You

I Hear You

I hear you little bird! Yes I do. How can I suggest you in this painting? But first, here’s a warm welcome to you gentle reader. And, whether you’re brand new or a long time loyal reader, I’m delighted you are here. To find out more about the focus of this post and blog, you […]

Downtown Raleigh View

Downtown Raleigh View

Naming this painting “Downtown Raleigh View” is about as straightforward as you can get, right? I’ll share some more tidbits and scoop about this painting shortly. But first, here’s a warm welcome to you gentle reader. And, whether you’re brand new or a long time loyal reader, I’m delighted you are here. To find out […]

Now I Know

Now I Know

Why did I name this week’s post “Now I Know?” Before I share the scoop on that I want to welcome you here! If you’re new, here’s a description of the purpose of this blog and post. And, if you think you would enjoy a weekly dose of color in your inbox each week, you […]

Ellen’s Studio

Ellen’s Studio

Oh my I had fun painting at my pal, Ellen’s Studio, recently. Before I share more, I want to welcome new and returning readers to this blog. If you’re new, here’s a description of the purpose and focus. I post paintings, some art history and other creative resources weekly. Sign up here for a weekly […]

Warm and Cool Inspiration

Warm and Cool Inspiration

What is warm and cool inspiration and how does it impact this week’s painting? I can’t wait to share with you. But, first a warm welcome to you. And, whether you are a returning or new reader, thank you for being here. Check out this post for a description of the colorful, artistic focus and […]

Crazy Connections

Crazy Connections

What crazy connections are in this week’s painting? Let me share them with you! Before I do, here’s a warm welcome to new and longtime readers to this blog. And, here’s a link with an explanation of it’s purpose and focus this year. If you like what you read and see, please sign up here […]

Painting Shapes

Painting Shapes

Welcome to a week where painting shapes is happening, gentle reader. Guess what this means? Or if you would rather not guess, read on. First though, a warm welcome to you whether this is your first visit or fiftieth to this blog. Here’s more information about it’s purpose, if you’re new. To ensure you get […]

Tools of the Trade

Tools of the Trade

What Tools of the Trade do I use in oil painting? So many thoughts here to share! But before I continue, here’s a warm welcome to new and returning readers. Each year, I select a theme for my paintings. This year’s theme is “Time and Attention.” Here’s last week’s blog post where I share details […]

Time and Attention

Time and Attention

This year’s theme is Time and Attention, gentle reader! What does that mean? I will be sure to explain shortly. But first, a warm welcome to you. Whether you are a long time reader or new, I will share the purpose of this post and blog. Then share work in progress. First Things First Since […]