oil painting

  • Totem

    Why is the name of this painting “Totem” and not just “Green Onions.” I stumbled across the word “Totem” as I read about onions this week. And, given the circumstances of the last 10 days, the symbolism of onions as a mechanism for tears seems appropriate. Don’t you think? This painting is a part of…

  • Two Mangoes on a plate

    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…

  • Remedy: Garlic

    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…

  • Inspired by a Master

    Throughout history, artists and ateliers have promoted the challenge of painting a Master Copy as a tool for learning. The benefits, including technical and inspirational lessons, are numerous. For instance, the painter can actively focus on the Master artist’s thought process, problem solving and inspiration. I describe my first experience in painting a Master Copy…