Bursts of Blue

There are so many reasons to name this painting and post Bursts of Blue. But, before I share the reasons and images for this week’s colorful focus, 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 this year’s painting […]
I’m OK, You?

So I’m OK, you? This question and it’s answer has a dark side to it, gentle reader. Before I share the hairy scary details, 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 this year’s painting theme, check the description […]
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

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

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

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

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 […]
Holly Jolly Swirly Holiday Painting

How about a Holly Jolly Swirly Holiday Painting this week? Sure why not? Right? And, I will add a whole lot of gratitude here in this week’s post, too. But, before I do, here’s a warm welcome to returning and new readers today. For a description of the purpose of this blog, check out this […]
Fa la la la la plus pumpkins and persimmon

Why name a painting Fa la la la la plus pumpkins and persimmon? Well I can’t wait to share with you. But first, here’s a warm welcome to new and returning readers of this weekly artist blog. For details on the purpose, read more in this link. This Week’s Inspiration People, occasionally ask me where […]
If Morandi Ate Sweet Potatoes

Wondering what would happen if Morandi ate sweet potatoes? Me too, gentle reader! How did you know? Before you share, I want to welcome you and new readers today. And, if you’re a new reader, here’s a link with a description of the purpose of this blog. Let’s get to today’s painting and it’s inspiration. […]