The Secrets Of Red And Yellow

This painting is part of a series of stripe paintings that I am wanting to get back to. Working in a format of 4x6 feet to assure visual impact, I'm using color as the subject, keeping the variations relative to a particular hue. The series is up to five so far and they have all found homes. This one hangs at Unity Temple in Kansas City, Missouri.

                           "The Secrets Of Red And Yellow"  Acrylic on canvas.  4'x6'

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Pink Tulip Study

The inspiration for this painting comes from all the color that appears in the spring. I found some flower beds that were lit at night and the color really popped out of the darkness. I'm creating impact with high contrast yet retaining a softness with the loosely rendered edges.

                                      Pink Tulip Study.  Pastel on paper.  14"x20"

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Horizon # 21

This oil painting is part of an ongoing series. I'm very inspired by the emotion of color. A simple low horizon composition allows me to use color as the subject, almost approaching minimalism. This piece was part of a multiple purchase to hang with three other of my horizon paintings.

                                          Horizon # 21. Oil on canvas.  16"x20"

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Red Rose Study

There seems to be a common theme in my recent posts, that would be the color red. This small oil painting is a study for a larger painting. I am inspired by the abstract effect of the arial view of flowers. Cropping one side allowed me to create an off center composition yet it remains visually balanced.

                                         Red Rose Study.  Oil on canvas. 12"x12"

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Two Apples

This oil painting was a return to my traditional roots. Lately my work has evolved away from classic realism however its always good to challenge my observation skills by working from life occasionally. As with my other paintings note the light coming from the right.

                                          Two Apples.  Oil on board.  16x20

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The Tulip Study.

This painting of dramatically lit tulips is a study for a larger work. Here I'm using the chiaroscuro effect. Chiaroscuro is an Italian artistic term used to describe the dramatic effect of contrasting areas of light and dark. I'm keeping the palette very limited and letting the light and dark do the work. As with my paintings of trees I choose to have the light coming from the right.

                                           Tulip Study. Oil on board. 16x20.

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Italian Cypress In Red

The "Italian Cypress In Red" manifested into reality after a short move to Sacramento, California. Cypress trees are abundant in the region and I was really intrigued by them.
This painting shipped to Renee Taylor Gallery in Sedona, Arizona a few days ago.

                               Pastel on museum board. 17x13. Frame size 24x20.

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Recent Group Show

This picture is from the group show at Leawood Fine Art on June 26th. It was a great night. Connecting with the people that enjoy my work is always a wonderful experience. Sometimes all the hours creating the art can be a lonely existence so getting to meet the art enthusiasts at the openings is always enjoyable.

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