Commission

I had fun doing this for a friend

who saw a painting I recently gave his Mom.  

He sent me an image of his Dad 

and two sons 

taken many years ago. 

Chuck with Grandsons

8 x 10 

I had a nice chat with him about when it was taken, 

and the circumstances.  

That really helped me focus on telling the story,

not just copying the image. 

Special Moment

A bridesmaid sent me an image of our daughter 

putting on her dress on her wedding day.

Getting Dressed

WIP

20 x 16 

It was such a magical and special moment, 

I wanted to see if I could capture it.  

Since this is larger, I am approaching it in stages. 

I did this map a few days ago,

Today I wanted to just do a block-in
 then started to carried away, so I stopped. 

Now I want want to tone down the colors

and make it more mono-chromatic. 

Stay tuned. 

This is way out of my comfort zone. 

Studio Re- entry

After being away from the studio for a few weeks,
I was afraid I wouldn't be able to paint anymore.
Today, I forced myself to just put out some paint and get to it.
Thought I'd paint something I love as a warm up.

"Our Welcome Mat" 

8 x 10 

This is a bit awkward and tight, of course, 

because Little Miss Fancy Pants showed up,

like she does whenever I loose my confidence!

I have a few holiday commissions to work on

so it's time to get my groove back!    

NOTE:

Planning our daughter's wedding was one 

 of the most memorable and joyous experience of our lives!

She was one happy bride and it was worth every minute! 

Copley Society Holiday Show

I'm excited about this "Boston" series of paintings
that will be included in the
Copley Society Annual Holiday Sale. 

"Sunday Paper"

12 x 12 

"Early Spring on Newbury"

11 x 14

"Sunday Brunch" 

8 x 8 

These two landscapes as well. 

"Spring Singing"

8 x 8 

"Fall Fireworks" 

8 x 8 

There is an Opening Reception Thursday

November 13 from 5:30 - 7:30

and the show will be up until December 24! 

Let the holidays begin! 

Win, Win, Win Situation

Painters have all kinds of wonderful work in their studios that,
for one reason or another, 

haven't found a home.  

The NRAS has come up with an idea to solve that. 

The Annual Holiday Sale 

is this Saturday (Nov 15) and it's a great opportunity to find 

some gems at very reasonable prices!
Here are a few that I have submitted,
all under $100!!!!   

Cabin in the Woods
10 x 10

Reserved Seating 

11 x 14

Summer Camp 

11 x 14 

Three in a Row 

10 x 10 

"Takin' a Break" 

8 x 10 

For a fee of $10,  you can enter at 9:00 AM 

for the "early bird" sale!

YOU win, the ARTISTS win, and the NRAS wins! 

Break from Teaching

My teaching schedule (and painting!) is a bit "on hold" right now.  

Our daughter is getting married a week from Saturday 

and I'm planning on enjoying every minute
of the festivities and fun! 

Takin' A Break 

8 x 10 

I'll keep you posted as I add new classes,
however I am doing a two day 

"Expressive Paintings from Photos"

workshop at the South Shore Art Center 

Thursday and Friday 

January 29, 30 

10 - 3 pm

A great way to get the kick those January blues,
and nice gift to ask for!
Contact them directly if interested.