Dubuque Pig
May 18, 2009
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Cowgirl
May 3, 2009
A cowgirl with an attitude, decked out in her western gear. Recently, I have been interested in more figurative works, especially costumed figures. more »
Classy Lady May
April 27, 2009
This was done from one of my figure sketches. I was interested in the curved shape of the hat and ribbons. more »
What’s Up?
April 27, 2009
Our three cats discovered a ladybug overhead in my studio. They were quite intent and I grabbed my camera and took a lot of interesting shots. more »
Wedding Hat (Josephine)
April 18, 2009
This is a painting of my paternal grandmother with a beautiful big hat and lacy dress. more »
Study For Oleanders
March 6, 2009
After setting up various still life items, I decided to do a small study and explore the design shapes and colors. Not having any fresh flowers, I used a picture of a bouquet. What excited me about this was the spring lemon-yellow-greens of Van Gogh’s “Oleanders”. I love this color and works well with the […] more »
Braeburns
March 2, 2009
I completed this still life with two new glassware pieces, given to me by my daughter. The reflections were difficult to render in the vase and tall bottle, but I like the arrangement of the fruit, wood table and drapery. more »
Turquoise Goblets & Polka Dots
February 18, 2009
This still life was set up in morning sunlight in our sunroom on a glass table. more »
Amber & Blue
November 12, 2008
Golden Retriever
October 22, 2008
I love animals and was asked by a customer to paint this breed, as I hadn’t done one yet. “Goldens” are a lovable breed with a beautiful tawny coat. I believe I captured that well in this portrait. more »