Small Oil Painting, Daily Painting, Flower Painting, Floral Still Life "Hydrangea and Goldenrod" 8x6" SOLD

Another of my "chunky" floral still life.  The idea on these is to keep detail to a minimum with color, brushstrokes and shape catching you eye.

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I quickly sketched in very basic shapes, not being fussy but trying to capture enough of the flower shape to be recognizable.  I massed in dark under colors and then worked a little with local color.  Of course, I  pumped it up.

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I worked with big strokes and lots of paint.

Thank you for viewing my art today.

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Figurative Daily Painting, "Young and in Love" 8x6" SOLD

Paris is the city of lovers.  Years ago, I wondered why it was designated as such.  Now that I have been there several times, and to many other cities, like London, Rome, San Francisco, New York, Tokyo and more, I realized that Paris is the only place that young lovers freely display their feelings for each other in public.

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They are everywhere....in the parks, walking the streets, viewing museums, and enjoying cafe's.  They kiss, they cuddle, they hug. they are in their own little world where only two exist.

Is that also why Frenchmen have the reputation of being so romantic?  Which leads me to wonder...are Frenchmen romantic in other locations?  Or, are ALL Men romantic in FRANCE?  I welcome your discussion!  :-)

On another note.....The online magazine Vintage Indie asked to do a little interview with me.  You may enjoy reading it, just click on the link.

Small Oil Painting, Daily Painting, Flower Painting, Floral Still Life "Hydrangea and Goldenrod" 8x6" SOLD

Another of my "chunky" floral still life.  The idea on these is to keep detail to a minimum with color, brushstrokes and shape catching you eye.

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I quickly sketched in very basic shapes, not being fussy but trying to capture enough of the flower shape to be recognizable.  I massed in dark under colors and then worked a little with local color.  Of course, I  pumped it up.

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I worked with big strokes and lots of paint.

Thank you for viewing my art today.



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Daily Painting, Figurative, "Hula Mama" 6x8" SOLD

Have you been to the islands?  This post was inspired by my friends,  who just returned from a fabulous trip there.

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I am always looking for a new subject matter to paint...not an easy thing to do these days.  I am sure there are plenty of other paintings like this around, but I have not seen them.  Sooo, new to me!

I was expecting lots of trouble, as I don't do many figures, and on this one, I had to capture a certain "sway" to her body.  It actually went easier than expected!  Yea!

PS I just googled "hula girl painting" and there are a ton out there :-(

Daily Painting, Seagull, Original Oil, 6x8" "Johnathan Livingston"

This guy is obviously cruisin', looking for lunch.   It always reminds me of that popular book from the 70's, "Johnathan Livingston Seagull".

I think this guy is saying "Is that a fat fish I see down there?".  Have no clue what the bluebird with a paintbrush  is doing!!!

Have a wonderful weekend...ENJOY!


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Still Life Oil Painting Small Oil Painting, Daily Painting "Le Belle Poivron Rouge", 6x8"

I find I have missed painting still life, so it has been fun catching up on it over the last week.

If I could just stop sleeping, I would have an additional 5 or 6 hours a day to paint.

Maybe then I would have enough time to paint both my still life and my landscapes.....but what about the abstract/mixed media  I also want to try?  Maybe I better work on growing another set of arms instead!

Life is hard when you're retired!!

Daily Paintings in a Mini Size, Original Oil Landscapes 3x5"

It has been some time since I posted my mini daily paintings.

They are only 3 x 5" and look very nice on a mini easel.

Or find a fun and unique way to display original art in your home.

My grandsons and I wish you a great week!



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INTERCOASTAL EVENING, 6X8, OIL, Daily Painting

This is another painted from my recent photo shoot on the intra-coastal.

It was getting late in the afternoon and although the sun was bright, it was low on the horizon and quickly disappeared.

It was a gorgeous day.  The kind of day that Floridians feel is pay-back for the hot sultry summer months.

Enjoy your day!

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HEADING HOME, OIL Daily Painting, 4x12"

One of the many reasons I live in Florida is the abundance of beautiful water scenes that become a part of your everyday life.  How can you have a bad day when you glance out the window of your car and find nature in all it's glory there waiting for you to appreciate.

This time of the year, I don't want to be inside.  The weather is perfect, the days are glorious and I just want to sit back and be thankful for such blessings.

As a little holiday gift to my blog readers, who bring so much joy to my life year round, I am offering you and only you, a 10% discount on any painting through the end of the year.  Just contact me direct, or through Etsy and mention this discount and I will do a special discounted listing on the painting of your choice.

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THE WETLANDS, 6x8, OIL, SOLD, Daily Painting

In Florida we have an abundance of wetlands, especially along the coasts.  They are home to birds of all kinds, not to mention, otters, snakes, gators and bobcats.

This image is the Viera wetlands, very famous in the birding community.  Birder's from around the world visit the wetlands hoping to spy a rare type of bird.  They also come for the annual bird count.

Our state is such a fascinating place to live.  We can offer much more than just beaches and Mickey Mouse.

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BLUE RIDGE AUTUMN, 6X8, OIL Daily Painting

I was busy with my palette knife last week.  I really enjoy painting with it but it takes a long time for the paintings to dry.

Do you like texture in your paintings?  It seems I have to stick some in, somewhere, in every painting.

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LITTLE HOUSE BY THE SEA, 6X8, OIL Daily Painting SOLD

By the sea, by the sea,
By the beautiful sea,
You and me, you and me
Oh how happy we'll be

from "For Me and My Gal"
Harold Atteridge/Harry Carroll  1914

Palm trees and oceans....life is good!

Thanks to Sam and Meakin at Island Time in Abaco for the use of their photograph.

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Original Oil Still Life Food Mini Paintings, 3x5"

I wanted to post a few more of the mini paintings that I have been working on.  Talk about instant gratification!

These are the perfect little stocking stuffers!  No frames needed.  It's fun to get creative and fine an unusual location to display them.

Think you can't afford original art?  Think again!

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Daily Painting, Small Oil Painting, Storm Painting, PALETTE KNIFE LANDSCAPE, "STORMY WEATHER", OIL, SOLD

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Don't know why there's no sun up in the sky
Stormy weather
Since my man and I ain't together
Keeps rainin' all the time.

Tom Snow/Leo Sayer

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For those of you into rap.....this is a wonderful, soulful old song made famous by one of the top female singers in history, Billie Holiday.  If I knew how to add a sound clip, I would be playing it now.

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ORIGINAL OIL STILL LIFE PEAR PAINTING, "TROIS POIRES AU SOLEIL", SOLD

Do you ever find a painting in your studio that somehow never gets posted?  That was the fate of this little 6x8" oil.

It's not that I forgot about it, or that I didn't think it worthy.  For some unknown reason, I just never got around to posting it!  So today is the day...hope you like it.

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Still Life, Original Oil Strawberry Painting, 6x8"

Well, what can I say?  Throw a couple strawberries on a windowsill, the light streams in....it's a done deal.  Carol is going to paint it.

Mother Nature really is the best artist of all!
Hope you have a great week!

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MORE MINI PAINTINGS, 3X5" SOLD

I found a pile of mini 3x5" canvases in my studio and had lots of fun painting them.  Sometimes I need a little change when I walk into the studio.

I somehow found it less stressful to paint these.  I am also working on some larger pieces and for me, it works well to do a few small ones before I jump into the larger project.

I  think most people could fine many unusual places to display these little pieces and they make a great unique gift.  Who said you cannot afford ORIGINAL ART!

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HOMEMADE PICKLES, 6X8, OIL SOLD

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Last month, for the fifth year in a row, my painting group went on a week long retreat together.  We spend the week painting, laughing, cooking, drinking wine and usually a little singing and dancing are thrown into the mix.

This year I invited the group to spend the week at my western North Carolina vacation home.

My friend Cindy brought along home canned treats of salsa, jam and pickles.  They tasted even better than they looked.  When I noticed the pickles sitting in the kitchen window sill with a few tomatoes, I knew they would star in my next painting.

BEET AND FENNEL SALAD, 6X8, OIL SOLD

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Recipe: Roasted Beet and Fennel Salad

• HEALTHY
• MAKE-AHEAD
• VEGETARIAN

1. 4 beets, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch wedges (1 1/2 pounds)
2. 2 thyme sprigs
3. 2 tablespoons water
4. 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
5. Salt and freshly ground pepper
6. 1 large fennel bulb with fronds—bulb cut into 1/2-inch wedges, 1 tablespoon chopped fronds
7. 1 teaspoon sherry vinegar

1. Preheat the oven to 400°. In a medium baking dish, toss the beets with the thyme, the water and 1 tablespoon of the olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Cover with foil and cook for about 40 minutes, or until tender. Let cool slightly. Discard the thyme.
2. In a small baking dish, drizzle the fennel wedges with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Uncover and bake for 15 minutes longer, or until tender and lightly browned.
3. Pour the beet juices into a bowl and whisk in the vinegar. Add the beets, fennel wedges and fronds and season with salt and pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature.

NOTES One Serving 169 cal, 8 gm total fat, 1.0 gm saturated fat, 25 gm carb, 8 gm fiber.

Contributed by Andrew Goetz and Matthew Malin

Guess what I had for dinner!


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I'M A LITTLE TEAPOT, 8X10, OIL

When the earth tilts and the days get shorter, I get lovely shadow shapes in my breakfast nook.

Here the shadow of group of palms falls against a teapot sitting on the windowsill.

It's what I like to call a "happy accident", instant set-up!

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