"Holiday in Tuscany"

"Holiday in Tuscany"
30” x 20”
Oil on Linen

When I got into my first Western Gallery, Mountain Trails Gallery in Park City, Utah, I assumed I would be painting mostly cowboys and western scene for them. They taught me never to assume anything; though they are very fond of my western scenes they also seem to like my still life paintings.

This is the latest one I took to the Gallery on my last trip out.

For the love of a Duck

"Spike"

10" x 8"

Wooden Box

I had the pleasure of painting this colorful image for one of my Gallery owners as a Christmas present to her Husband. It seems this duck hangs out where he works and he has grown rather attached to this animal he has lovingly named “Spike”.

I must say this one was wonderfully fun to paint!!

My New Best Friend

“It’s all about Max”
10” x 8”
Oil on Linen Panel

I have always had big dogs and never really spent that much time with small ones. Last March I went out to Salt Lake City to meet my new Family and gained an unexpected family member. Within about five minutes of arriving at their house this little fellow had me wrapped around his paw!
I was fortunate to catch this terrific shot of him while I was there and was able to paint it for Tom and Jan for their Christmas gift! I was so happy they were pleased, and I think Max was a bit proud of it to!
It is so much fun to paint something you love!!!!!

A Bit Cold Out There!

"Etowah River Valley"

16" x 6"

Oil on Linen Canvas Panel

This and one other of my Plien air pieces were just accepted in the “First Annual Southeastern Regional Plein Air Exhibit” which will be on display in The Gallery at Paper Mill Village, Marietta, GA.

The opening reception will be held on Friday, February 5th, from 6:00 pm until 8:30 pm. The show will hang until Friday, February 26th.

PORTRAIT OF AN ARTIST

8" x 10"

Oil on Canvas Panel

This is my painting of; I have no idea, done as part of the DSFDF end of year challenge. What a great Blog for artist to participate in. I have been teaching for the last couple of years and I have recommended to my students they participate in the Different Strokes for different folks Challenges. I think it is a wonderful learning tool no matter what stage you are as an artist. Not to mention how it has grown my artist family, it is so great to have other artist to compare to, bat ideas off of or just help keep you motivated to struggle through an occasional artist block. My Thanks again to Karin Jurick for her efforts on this blog!

Three Studies

12" x 24"

14" x 11"



16" x 12"

Available at Bobbe Gillis Gallery in Atlanta, GA

Painting # 2 for Delta Credit Union

48" x 24"

Oil on Canvas

Wind Shift

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One of the best parts of being a painter is getting lost in your work!!

Lady and Maxx

"Lady and Maxx"

Oil on Canvas

30" x 40"

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It’s funny how commissions can sometimes open doors.

Thanks to Bobbe Gillis Gallery in Atlanta I recently had the privilege of doing several large commission pieces that are now hanging in the Executive offices of The Delta Community Credit Union. This first one led me to find my new friends Palm Glades Lovely Lady and Palm Glades Mad Maxx.

Knowing nothing about Bird hunting myself I had the good fortune of finding Lane Hodges and his amazing German Shorthair Pointers. I am now in love with the breed. Both dogs having great accomplishments in field trials and are also amazing hunting/pet companions. Lady, not even a year old, took 2 first places at the GSP Club of South Georgia just a couple weeks ago, giving her a total of 3 first place and 1 third place ribbons in field trials. Go Lady!

It was wonderful having Lane’s expertise to authenticate the painting at every step. Lesson learned: when you know nothing about your subject matter it pays to associate yourself with someone who does. This will only be the first of many paintings of these amazing animals. I plan to be in the field with them next weekend; never thought I would be saying that!!

A Bit Busy

"Little Jessie"

16" x 12"

Oil on Canvas

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I have been fortunate to have been very busy the last few months, doing shows, teaching workshops and working on a surplus of Commissions! Life is Good!! I wanted to share one of my latest commissions that I just delivered. It is a mate to an earlier painting that was published by Greenwich Workshops.

Art on the Square

Main Street Gainesville

and Art in the Square Association

Present

October 3, 2009 10:00am - 5:00pm

On October 3rd come drench your senses in the art, music, crafts, and food of this all-day juried art festival, free to the public. Stroll down the tree-lined streets of Gainesville's celebrated Downtown Square and visit with the creators of original art. Kick back to the continuous beat of regional musicians while sipping your beverage of choice and munching your favorite eats from our local restaurants.

Bring the whole family - kids of all ages will enjoy various activities in the Youth Artist Market. Youngsters will revel in the hands-on creative arts activities while enjoying their very own youth-oriented entertainment.

This year's event features over 75 well known regional artists. Works include fine art, sculpture, pottery, photography, and wood carving as well as jewelry and other artistic endeavors.

Our Juror this year is Amanda Kroll, Executive Director of the Quinlan Visual Arts Center. She will be awarding First, Second, and Third place awards, plus five Honorable Mentions. Please vote for your favorite artist by filling out a People’s Choice Award ticket. Place your vote in the People’s Choice Award jar at the Information Booth on the Square along with $1.00. The artist with the most votes wins an award ribbon and all the money in the jar.

"Booth # 18 "