The Emotional Perils of Making Art
Each time I start a new painting, I feel a particular excitement. I feel inspired, even confident. I see limitless possibilities…Two or so days later, I am feeling dismal…
Portrait of Lucky the Dog
Our dear friends Carey and Lisa commissioned me to paint a portrait of their boxer, Lucky. The photo session was a lot of fun. Lucky is an extraordinary dog — handsome, outsized personality and a lot of energy! Cindy took over two hundred photos of Lucky during the course of the photo shoot as Lucky was in nearly constant motion…
Winter Landscape
Here’s my newest painting, just off the easel. I am very partial to the elusive beauty of snow. I find new undisturbed snowfall, and it’s hushed sounds, invigorating. Everything seems softened, time appears to slow down and become more patient, homes become more cozy, hot chocolate warmer and sweeter…
Portrait of Yoshi the Cat
Here’s a newly completed painting of our cat, Yoshi. He’s got stunning eyes, but he’s a little cross-eyed and can’t walk in a straight line. That makes me laugh…
Paul Emsley
Occasionally, I see drawings by artists that just make my jaw drop and remind me of how potent a well executed drawing can be. I just stumbled on the drawings of Scottish artist Paul Emsley and I’m simply amazed and inspired…
Another Still Life
I have another still life completed.
It’s been my intention for some years to paint a series of still lifes of traditional subject matter — and I suppose a wooden bowl with winter squash is about as traditional as one can get…
