Leaving the Nest

The time has come for us to leave Richmond, this fair city. We are preparing to move to Maryland next month. There are a million things to do between now and then. We will miss all of our dear friends here, who have been so supportive and who are just such great company. I’m sure we will be visiting frequently (take note, friends with guest rooms).

Fortunately, I think our new surroundings will really encourage our creative pursuits and will supply some much-needed positive vibes. We are looking forward to new career opportunities and a change in scenery. I am also looking forward to posting more paintings for your consumption, once we get settled. There might be a bit of a lag, however, while we are moving. Stay tuned.

Slump, Pt. 2

Evidently the muse is on summer holiday. My latest painting of a perfectly charming lemon wound up looking as three-dimensional, and about as interesting, as a mailing label. I'm not even going to post it. Maybe it can still be salvaged later on. I guess everyone goes through this from time to time... but it's exasperating nonetheless.

Fun Times

Well, I have spent the past four hours painstakingly choosing a subject, setting up a composition, and slinging paint around. I was elbow-deep in viridian and ochre, killing numerous brain cells with solvent. And what have I got to show for my efforts?














Egads. I think I have got to take a little walk so I don't accidentally strangle anyone.

Magnolia

A Neighbor's Peony

Many thanks to my neighbor, whose garden provided this, my favorite of all spring flowers.

Swallowtail

I'm sorry for my extended absence... sometimes the other parts of my life conspire against the painting part!

Happy Saint Patrick's Day

Thanks to all the kind people at Grace, and everyone who showed up to see the opening tonight. It really is a lovely space to hang some paintings, and I appreciate the opportunity. It has been a refreshing week in Asheville and I look forward to returning before too long.
Also, any locals should take the chance to visit the Student/Faculty show at the Fine Arts League of Asheville in downtown. Link is here:
http://main.nc.us/calendar/events/1172681373.html
This is a really inspiring little show.
Cheers!