Journal

Intermezzo

2010-06-24T01:47:56Z

Santa Fe Monthly

2010-05-05T18:44:03Z

The Santa Fe Monthly featured one of my paintings on the cover of their May issue. This issue is dedicated to women.

Passatiempo, "South by Southwest"

2010-03-11T20:24:55Z

The Heart of Dixie show went great out in Santa Fe. We had a wonderful turnout and was able to get some wonderful press. I was lucky enough to be featured on the cover of the Passatiempo, which is the local Arts and Culture magazine. The article was written by Laurel Gladden. Please click on the link to view a pdf of the article.

South by Southwest, by Laurel Gladden

Tulip Guitar

2010-02-05T16:43:21Z

It is now crunch time. The Heart of Dixie show hangs in Santa Fe next Tuesday. Below is a a guitar a just finished and shipped out to Lakind Fine Art. In my flurry of painting I only took one picture of the painting in its process, but in these two pictures, you can plainly see the affect the tar has on the color of the paint.

Not Quite Finished

2010-01-27T17:12:34Z

So, I worked on the purple lady for a few hours last night and did not make as much progress as I would have liked to. I added the rest of her left arm and hand, along with the tulips and stems. I spent some time rendering her blouse with a tar application, got it somewhat finished and then decided to start over on it. I ran a new tar wash across the entire blouse, so now I will have to go back in and add the details. I still need to spend some time rendering her face.

Work in Progress

2010-01-26T18:13:53Z

After posting the progress shots of the guitar painting, I thought it would be a good idea to show the process in a little more detail. This is a paintings I am currently working on and hope to finish tonight or tomorrow night. In the bottom right image, you can see where I added the tar glaze, then in the picture to the right, you can see where I wiped the excess tar away. She does not have a title yet. Her left hand still needs finishing and the tulips need to be attached to the canvas. The tulip stems, which will be made of rusted metal, need to be added as well. Then I will need to add a tar glaze to her blouse for texture and additional depth.

Getting Ready for Santa Fe

2010-01-19T23:36:04Z

I am currently working on new paintings for a solo show in Santa Fe, NM at Lakind Gallery. The show opens February 9th with an artist reception on the 12th. Would love to see you out there. While I have been working on new paintings, I have been taking pictures throughout the process. Below are some images of a guitar that I just completed.

Trinity Episcopal Church-St. Francis Project

2009-10-23T15:37:15Z

The TimesDaily in Florence, Alabama recently ran an article about the St. Francis Project and featured my painting. The St. Francis Project got its start at Christ Church, in Charlotte, N.C. It's an idea based on St. Francis and his vow of giving away all of his possessions to those in need. Many churches of all denominations and faiths have outreach programs for their communities and missions, but St. Francis Project involves the church raising money, all of which will be given back to community organizations or individuals in need. Read More

The St. Francis Project

2009-10-07T22:32:07Z

In January of 2009, Trinity Episcopal Church adopted a new outreach ministry called the St. Francis Project. The objective of this project is to raise and give away $1,000,000 over ten years to agencies and ministries in our community and world. The money is given out primarily through grant applications and the criteria for these grants are based on the prayer of St. Francis.
Thirty two local and regional artists present work interpreting some aspect of the Prayer of St. Francis. Opening reception for patrons and artists will be Thursday, October 8th, from 5 pm to 7 pm. Admission is free. Gallery Hours: 10 am to 2 pm, Tuesday through Friday, other times by special appointment. All work will be for sale. For more information call Trinity Church, 764- 6149 or go to www.stfrancisproject.com

St. Francis, A Very Rare Bird
Approx. 24" X 24"

Lakind Gallery Santa Fe, New Mexico

2009-08-30T20:17:19Z

A couple of months ago, I was lucky enough to be invited to display my work at Lakind Gallery in Santa Fe on Canyon Road. Lakind Gallery had their Grand Opening August 14th and I was able to fly out for it. The Gallery had a huge turn out and Lisa Linch and everyone at the Gallery (Paul and Julia) were great! I was also lucky enough to have one of my paintings featured in the Santa Fe Newspaper Arts and Entertainment magazine. So if you are out in Santa Fe, stop by Lakind Gallery (662 Canyon Road) ask for Paul or Lisa and tell them that I sent you!