Fenced In Field (studio)

8"x10"

oil on canvas

This little painting was a study in texture and complementary colors. I have discovered that playing around with styles and colors is easier in the studio. Then if I wish, I can go out and employ this to my plein air painting.

Hay Bales

oil on linen canvas

24"x30"

This is my latest studio painting. I've been experimenting with cold wax and neo-megilp medium with brush and knife techniques.

Afternoon Glow

9"x12"

oil on linen panel

Stella

Fall is (almost) in the air. Still a little warm, it was in the 90's this weekend, but great weather for a paintout. I visit this area due to it's open spaces so my little nearly blind girl can roam safely. She likes to make sure I'm Ok.

Patch Of Trees

9" x 12"

oil on linen panel

A cold front came in on Saturday, temps dropping over 20 degrees, perfect for plein air painting.

I grabbed my painting gear and my little shadow, Stella, and headed out. I ended up in a field down a dirt road and painted near the tree line so as to block the wind. ( I neglected to carry a jacket and wore only a short sleeve shirt ). I LOVE FALL!