Storm Grove
Last Monday I painted outdoors in pleasant late summer weather. I completed most of a small painting and started a larger canvas. Since the larger canvas was already toned with…
New Beginnings
Ah, September! Although January is officially the beginning of the year, September always makes me think of starting new projects. Maybe it's a holdover from school days.…
Carolina In Color
I’m honored that the Palmetto Curatorial Exchange has selected my work for an exhibit at the South Carolina Department of Commerce on Main Street in Columbia, SC. The Palmetto Curatorial…
Oakleaf Hydrangea
Hydrangea quercifolia, commonly known as oak leaf hydrangea, is blooming in my garden this week. We've had moderate temperatures and some rain recently, so the garden is a lush tapestry…
Yellow Irises
Irises are a favorite subject. In this painting, I'm experimenting with complementary colors of yellow and blue-purple.
Iris Time
Though April showers may come your way, They bring the flowers that bloom in May. So if it's raining, have no regrets, Because it isn't raining rain you know, it's…
Flowers Everywhere
Among the April showers this week I delivered new paintings to Ellen Taylor Interiors on Gervais Street in preparation for Artist Vista April 20-22. I'll be there for Art Night…
Remembering Wallace
Camellias are favorites in the southern garden, having glossy evergreen foliage and blooming through the winter when few other things are in bloom. Frost often turns the blooms into brown…
Happy Valentine’s Day!
I appreciate you for reading my blog and being interested in my art. I wish you love and peace in your life. Happy Valentine's Day to you!
White by the Gate
Here is the finished painting of the "White by the Gate" camellias that I started last week. I've reworked the background to add more definition to the edges of the arrangement…