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What?

What?

That’s what I imagine this cat is saying with it’s big eyes, full of feline attitude. I’ve really enjoyed working on this fun print, and really proud of my momentum in the studio! One of the things I love about being a part of Running with Scissors Studios is that when I’m working there is always someone else … Continue reading »

Continuing on a Series

Continuing on a Series

Last post where I presented a new painting, I mentioned the idea of starting a series based on a that set of cat images from Vinalhaven, Maine. So this week I decided to take advantage of the momentum from that creative work and begin a relief print of one of those cats. Here is a work in progress photo … Continue reading »

New Painting: Lighting Study

New Painting: Lighting Study

I finish the small painting I started the other day of Vinalhaven cats in the sunny windowsill. There are many things I really liked, for example the sketchy quality of the middle/right cat, and many things I am not happy with. Overall, it’s a really good study on lighting and composition. I think I’m going … Continue reading »

New Painting in Progress: Vinalhaven Cats

New Painting in Progress: Vinalhaven Cats

It felt so good to get to the studio and paint! With other things going on in my life right now it’s hard to find the creative energy to make work, but also so important and therapeutic, particularly with a subject like this one.  This is a peaceful scene of cats enjoying the sun on the window seat. … Continue reading »

finding place at running with scissors

finding place at running with scissors

“finding place – new prints and paintings” opened with a fabulous party on July 29th! I want to send out a quick “thank you” some of the other running with scissors artists who helped out with the opening; Kate Ankler, Ariette Scott, Leslie Wicks and Robert Nason. Also to the family and friends who are … Continue reading »

Upcoming Solo Exhibit!

Upcoming Solo Exhibit!

  I realize that I haven’t posted in a while and you might be wondering what I’ve been up to.  Well, here it is!  I’ve been getting ready for my solo exhibit at running with scissors in Portland, Maine! All new prints and paintings, working with the ideas of landscape and abstraction.  See you there!

Getting Ready for a 3-foot Canvas

Getting Ready for a 3-foot Canvas

I am currently creating a new body of work for a solo exhibit in August at Running With Scissors.   I have been working on new screen-prints, and have also challenged myself by buying  a big canvas t paint for the show!  I haven’t done a painting this big since 2005, and I’m also trying to … Continue reading »

An Approach to Painting Figures

An Approach to Painting Figures

I stumbled upon a article today on artistnetwork.com that seemed to fit well with how I like to depict my figures: simplify while still catching the essence of the person.  I wonder if I would have a harder time painting someone I don’t know?  That would be an interesting challenge in the future. Richard Schmid: … Continue reading »

Drawing of the Day – 2/2

Drawing of the Day – 2/2

I have found a new website that I have had a lot of fun exploring lately: http://www.wetcanvas.com/ . My friend Karen recommended it to me, and I’ll admit that for a long time I didn’t think much of it.  It’s a little “clunky” and hard to navigate. BUT, once you do figure it out it … Continue reading »