You may be wondering why I would title a blog post “Getting to Know You?” Well, I can share several reasons with you. First, it is the title of a song from a fantastic musical called “The King and I.” This amazing musical and its score were one of many my siblings and I heard…
In this current crazy world, I could not resist calling this painting “Cheerful Carrots.” I absolutely love carrots. Why? Well, their luscious color for one. But there are so many more reasons. Let me count the ways. Counting the ways I love carrots because they are completely crunchy! And, I love them because they are…
Ever find yourself looking at a couple and thinking “What a pair?” I confess this happens to me all the time. Here’s an example: have you ever looked outside your window and seen a bluebird couple getting ready to build a nest? Yay you! It is, after all, that time of year. The male bluebird…
I stumbled upon these two mangoes at the grocery store recently. I popped them into my grocery cart. Then I rushed home and could not wait to put them on a bright white plate. Part of a Series Voila! Here’s to my next painting. In this case, these two colorful and luscious mangoes are a…
Have you ever thought about the power of beets? No? I haven’t either. That is, until I started this painting of a rich, red beet. First off, if Tori Amos can write a song about the Power of Orange Knickers, then it seems I can share some thoughts on the power of this mighty red…
Well here’s today’s painting! Title? Remedy: Garlic. This painting is one of a series I’m calling Favorite Things. I expected this delightful and small painting to be a breeze to paint. Why? The subject matter? Simple! The size? Small. However, this painting came with lots of technical challenges for me as a painter. But, before…
How do you like to spend your time and what are your tendencies? I’ll never forget something my classmates and I heard from one of the toughest teachers at art school. She said, “I can share my knowledge with you but I can’t tell you how to manage your tendencies.” So, I thought about this…
This alla prima painting, entitled Nothing to Hide, seemed like a perfect image as we careen towards Valentine’s Day this week. Why? Well, first there’s a red background in it. Second, there’s a lovely nude model who is sitting confidently. As I painted her, I felt as if she exuded a sense of self awareness…
How do you feel about turnip? I love turnip so much that I painted this visual “Ode to the Turnip.” Here’s what’s strange about this ode. I love the way turnips look. But, I’m afraid, dear reader, I do not like the way turnip tastes. I have never liked turnip’s taste. In fact, I especially…
Green apples remind me of apple pie and fall and cooler weather! You? I love how tangy they taste. There’s even a zingy but sweet aspect to their flavor, don’t you think? Well, here we are with the fourth posting in 2020 as part of a series called Favorite Things. I love thinking about that…
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