"Juicy Fruit"

6 x 6"

oil on masonite
sold

Sometimes I'm just in the mood to paint bold, vivid, quick and loose - especially when it comes to food.

"Early Birds"

8 x 10"
oil on masonite

I was up at the crack of dawn this morning - wanting to finish up this painting before the heat was on. These two were spotted at an air show at the Peachtree-Dekalb Airport - they claimed their prime viewing spot early. About 3 hours early, which tickled me.

Please click here for a larger view and purchase information.

"Pool Pom"

4 x 4"
oil on masonite
nfs

My swimming buddy, Ferris. I mistakenly thought it was Ginger, Ferris's little sister. They both love the pool. No animals were harmed during the making of this painting.

"Row Versus Wade"

12 x 6"
oil on masonite
sold

This is one of those paintings that I would urge one to see in person - you will see more of the brush strokes, interesting edges and subtleties of color changes. That really can be said for most art.

From Lake Michigan, a ways out from Oak Street Beach in Chicago.

Please click here for a larger view.

"Do Well & Prosper"

5 x 7"
oil on masonite
sold

A quiet evening in Charleston, South Carolina - where the porch light is still on and the red door, according to Feng Shui, brings success and prosperity to those who reside here. Perhaps we should all paint our front doors red to get this recession over with.

"Construction Site"

4 x 4"
oil on masonite
sold

The joys of playing in the wet sand - from the beaches of Hilton Head Island, South Carolina.

Please click here for a larger view.

An Interview with Artist Jeff Hayes

Jeff Hayes is an artist I have followed for several years - he paints very elegant, sensitive still lives, so distinctively his own. I particularly love his smoky edges on some - very dreamy, very sweet touch.

'Teacup No. 2'
by Jeff Hayes

Jeff is featuring a different artist every month on his blog State of the Art - including his personal thoughts as well as an interview with each painter - and I was his pick for the month of June. He and I share a mutual admiration for each other's work - and I'm very proud that he chose me for his current article - which you can read here. Thank you Jeff - I appreciate this very much.

"Planning Stage"

4 x 4"
oil on masonite
sold

This is the first summer I've been in a gallery that is located on the coast - and I'm excited to have this opportunity to paint more beach scenes - which I thoroughly love to do. They're casual, colorful, happy moments - perfect subject for using oils because of the vivid range of deep blues and aquas and warm skin tones.

This little guy was seemingly planning out his next move on the beaches of Hilton Head Island.

Please click here for a larger view.

My Brother

6 x 6"
oil on masonite
nfs

It is nice to just paint for the sake of experience - no pressure - without reason. This is my big brother - who, for years, has been mistaken for Dustin Hoffman. These days, I see a little Jack Bauer in him and a lot of my dad's dark, handsome looks.

Artist Dan McCaw

For painters out who might be interested - artist Dan McCaw will be giving a lecture & presentation on July 17th, in Charleston, South Carolina. That evening is The Palette & Palate Art Stroll - held in several Charleston art galleries. If you are in need of inspiration, I think both of these events are well worth the trip. For more information, click here or contact Ben Whiteside at the Morris & Whiteside Galleries at 843-842-4433. Hope to see you there.

A Benefit For Animal Lovers

The Howard/Mandville Gallery is hosting Art To The Rescue - a Benefit for Pasado's Safe Haven, an animal rescue outside of Seattle. This organization saves and rehabs dogs, cats and farm animals, most who have been neglected or abused. Three of my paintings will be included in the show - a portion of the sales will be donated to those animals in need. Hats off to them.

Companions For Life
sold

Rescued For Life
sold

Pampered For Life
sold


For a larger view of these paintings,
click on the title below each image.

For information regarding this Benefit Event - please click here.

"Peephole"

4 x 4"
oil on masonite
sold

Also from the Delaware Art Museum, a woman hones in on a tiny etching. I think you'll find anyone who views this painting will be doing the exact same thing.

"Little Women"

4 x 4"
oil on masonite
sold

I've had nothing but frustrating days with my paints - so I've decided to put my ambitions of doing larger work aside, for a while, and do some small pieces.

A woman enjoying an afternoon in the Delaware Art Museum in Wilmington.

Chris Stott

" 1:00, 2:00, 3:00"
by Christopher Stott

I want to wish my friend Chris Stott a great show - opening at the Elliott Fouts Gallery in Sacramento - his paintings are spectacular. I picked one of my personal favorites to show you his skill and precision - you can see all of the paintings included in the show here.

"Hot Novel"

8 x 8"
oil on masonite
sold

This painting went through two wipe-offs, then totally finished, then painted over. It happens. I fall into a too-tight state, get totally sucked in and I step back and hate it. It's good - but uninteresting in the end. So I picked up a wide brush, added fuller swipes of color and simplified the scene. Some painting days flow and some don't. You just have to keep at it.

"Umbrella Coverage"

9 x 12"
oil on masonite

This is about that time of the year when my palette seems to favor the brighter colors that summer brings. From South Beach in Miami - on a clear, blue, gorgeous afternoon.

Please click here for a larger view and purchase information.

"Big Boxes"

12 x 6"
oil on masonite
sold

A rainy day here, very Zen - prompting me to paint a calm, quiet view of life. From the Amish farmlands of Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

Please click here for a larger view.

"Georgia Grown"

12 x 6-3/4
oil on masonite
sold

Tons of fun with this new piece - I don't do many still-lifes but thoroughly enjoy them. A keen observation from my boyfriend, speaking up that this pile of vegetables would make a good painting. Great vivid, bold color - a perfect subject for using oils. The arrangement includes Georgia grown vegetables I picked up at a local produce stand - Vidalia onions, red tomatoes and Silver Queen corn. This new painting will be included in the Contemporary Realism show at 16 Patton opening June 13th.

Please click here for a larger view.

"Dance Hall"

9 x 12"
oil on masonite
sold

Another new painting, also a personal favorite - it was one that flowed and I love that feeling. From the National Gallery of Art in Washington DC - a woman admiring Edgar Degas' 'Four Dancers'.

Please click here for a larger view.

"Peaceful Read"

9 x 12"
oil on masonite

A quiet, peaceful read in my local public library.

Please click here for a larger view and purchase information.

"Breaking News"

6-3/4 x 12"
oil on masonite
sold

As I was updating my website, I realized I had not posted several new paintings on this blog. Including the above piece done for the May show at Howard/Mandville. It is a personal favorite of mine - perhaps for its handsomeness, the warm greys and browns, the rare image of someone reading a real newspaper.... I am very fond of this painting.

Please click here for a larger view.

"Sharp Right"

4 x 4"
oil on masonite
sold

From a way-back road in the farmlands outside of Lancaster - someone's little slice of heaven with beautiful trees and a tire swing to boot. I thought it odd there was a yellow line telling me to stay in my lane but no warning sign of the sharp right ahead. Goofy.

"Fabricated"

10 x 2-7/8"
oil on masonite
sold

I titled this new painting Fabricated for two reasons - I started with a bright red panel and a black & white photograph and basically invented the colors of the landscape. Not an easy task. The end result seemed to resemble rolling hills of fabric, which I love. Also the current challenge on my Different Strokes From Different Folks blog.

From the Amish farmlands of Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

"Tinted Windows"

6 x 6"
oil on masonite
sold

I couldn't help but see most of the landscape and structures as an Edward Hopper painting - this new piece may show the influence of his work - the stark surfaces, angles, shadows and a struggle to stay fairly simplistic. I was so enamored with these windows, each had their own color combination, multitudes of warm/cool grays.

"Outfield"

6 x 6"
oil on masonite
sold

Continuing on with my road trip series, fresh sights from the Lancaster & Brandywine Valley in Pennsylvania - I hope you enjoy many new works coming up - including this new piece, a quiet, peaceful homestead and farm tucked back in the fields. I squinted a lot when I drove around the farmlands - at times the glare took over and what was in the distance was barely visible. As much as I wanted a clear, blue sky all the time, those gray/green/blue/white skies allowed for the slightest of color to pop out. Especially the greens of the fields.