The Currituck Lighthouse

"The Currituck Lighthouse"... 7x5" Oil on Canvasboard, alla prima, 1-25-2007.
SOLD... Thanks Bob!

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This painting, "The Currituck Lighthouse", is my first in a series of the five most popular lighthouses of North Carolina. The North Carolina coast, especially along the Outer Banks, is aptly know as the "Graveyard of the Atlantic" with its hundreds of recorded shipwrecks. My series will start at the northern tip of these barrier islands and work down.

Currituck Beach Lighthouse was built in 1875 and was the last of the tall coastal lights to be built along the Outer Banks. The 162 foot tower was first lighted in December of 1875. Its original lens is still in operation. There is something peaceful and serene about viewing lighthouses.

A Pleasant Afternoon at Cedar Point

"A Pleasant Afternoon at Cedar Point"... 5x7" Oil on Panel, en plein aire, 1-14-2007.
SOLD... Thanks Karen!

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This painting comes from an enjoyable afternoon I spent painting "en plein aire" the salt marshes at Cedar Point State Park with my five year old daughter, Livie. She's quite the artist and this was her first plein air painting excursion... she did quite well. Read all about it and see her painting on my art journal blog... "A Pleasant Afternoon at Cedar Point". I love painting out doors "in open air" (english translation)... it fills all the senses and helps me slow down and get in touch with nature... God's masterpiece.

Todd General Store

"Todd General Store"... 6x8" Oil on Panel, alla prima, 12-29-2006.
SOLD... Thanks Martha!

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Americana at its best... Let this painting titled "Todd General Store" take you back to a nostalgic time before 7-11's and chain convenient stores. A time when mom and pop general stores dotted our landscape and not only served the community as a place to get mercantile goods but as a gathering place for fellowship. Built in 1914, Todd General Store is located along the South Fork of the New River in Todd, North Carolina... It still serves the community in this way. It is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and according to Kirk Carrison of Preservation North Carolina, the Todd General Store is one of only five or six authentic general stores remaining in North Carolina. The Todd General Store is the oldest operating store in Ashe County and remains "the gathering place" for local residents where stories of days past are still swapped, relationships are built, and community spirit nourished.

Down by the River

"Down by the River"... 6x12" Oil on Panel, alla prima, 1-10-2007.
SOLD... Thanks Rhonda!

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This peaceful scene of a horse grazing in a field near a river titled "Down by the River" is commonplace along the New River in the Blue Ridge mountains.

The Old Fishin' Spot

"The Old Fishin' Spot"... 6x8" Oil on Panel, alla prima, 1-6-2007.
SOLD... Thanks Rhonda!

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A secluded path meanders along the salt marsh to a favorite fishin' spot or maybe just a place to relax and reflect. Either way, "The Old Fishin' Spot" is a painting that has a calming effect visually and mentally.

Sunset Awakening

"Sunset Awakening"... 5x7" Oil on Panel, alla prima, 1-10-2007.

SOLD... Thanks Rhonda!

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"Sunset Awakening" sets the stage for these shrimp boats as they slowly awake from their daytime slumber to begin a busy nights work load and hopefully a bountiful catch. This peaceful scene is set at Clyde Phillip's Fish Market in the small coastal town of Swansboro, North Carolina.

Snowy Barn at Fleetwood Falls

"Snowy Barn at Fleetwood Falls"... 6x8" Oil on Panel, alla prima, 1-4-2007.
SOLD... Thanks Rhonda!

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The solitude of this winter scene of a barn near Fleetwood Falls in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains of North Carolina has replaced the hustle bustle of work usually associated with it. The peace and quiet of this snowy landscape is only broken by the sound of rushing water from the near by waterfall.

Summer Cottage Revisited

"Summer Cottage Revisited"... 5x7" Oil on Panel, alla prima, 12-21-2006.
SOLD... Thanks Art!

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Another view from my recent post "Summer Cottage" titled "Summer Cottage Revisited". The rolling hills and flower covered fields leading up to this summer cottage give a peaceful state of mind.

Among the Fields of Lavender and Gold

"Among the Fields of Lavender and Gold"... 5x7" Oil on Panel, alla prima, 12-6-2006.

SOLD... Thanks Robin!

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A small breath of fresh air and view of fresh flowers sets the mood for this small cottage painting reminiscent of the French Impressionists of old.

Almost There!

"Almost There!"... 6x12" Oil on Panel, alla prima, 12-28-2006.
SOLD... Thanks Terry!

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I can almost hear the kids saying, "Dad we're almost there", as we walk the sandy path through the dunes to reach our destination of sand castles, seashells, and body surfing. You can almost feel the warm sand on your bare toes in this panoramic painting titled "Almost There!".

Summer Cottage

"Summer Cottage"... 5x7" Oil on Panel, alla prima, 12-20-2006.
SOLD... Thanks Art!

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Open fields and cottages are among my favorite subjects to paint. The rolling hills and flower covered fields leading up to this summer cottage give a peaceful state of mind.

Solitude's Journey

"Solitude's Journey"... 8x6" Oil on panel, alla prima, 1-1-2007.

SOLD... Thanks Terry!

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A lone kayaker enjoys the peaceful solitude of nature on his journey down the South fork of the New River. Rumored to be one of the oldest river's in world, the New River, meanders through the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Monet's Home at Giverny

"Monet's Home at Giverny"... 6x8" Oil on canvasboard, alla prima, 11-2006.

SOLD... Thanks Lorraine!

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Giverny was the home of the father of Impressionism, Claude Monet. He spent many years painting many of his most famous works on the grounds of and in the vicinity of Giverny. The gardens he created, the beautiful scenery and light were his sanctuary and gave him much peace and happiness in his later years. I painted this small study from a photo taken by a friend in an impressionistic manner that he invented and defined. I recently had the privilege of viewing 50 of his paintings at the Monet in Normandy exhibit at the North Carolina Museum of Art. An experience that was enlightening and transforming for me.

Long Misty Day

"Long Misty Day"... 6x8" Oil on Panel, alla prima, 12-14-2006.

SOLD... Thanks Rhonda!

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A country road winds and disappears into the mist of a foggy winter's morning in this painting "Long Misty Day" evoking the feeling of peaceful solitude...

Winter's Journey

"Winter's Journey"... 6x8" Oil on Panel, alla prima, 12-27-2006.

SOLD... Thanks Rhonda!

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Crisp and clear... can you feel it? "Winter's Journey" brings to life the beauty of a country landscape covered with snow and it's subtle pinks, blues, and violets.

Quiet Dock

"Quiet Dock"... 6x12" Oil on Panel, alla prima, 12-17-2006.
SOLD... Thanks Terry!

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Can't you just picture yourself alone with a good book sitting on this "Quiet Dock" taking in nature and the beauty of our coastal waterways. This scene is from the quaint little coastal town of Swansboro, North Carolina.

River Farm Inn

"River Farm Inn"... 6x8" Oil on Panel, alla prima, 12-12-2006
SOLD... Thanks Suzanne!

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This peaceful scene is of the Bed and Breakfast, River Farm Inn, located along the beautiful New River near Fleetwood, North Carolina. I never tire of painting scenes along this river of serenity… I have spent hours along this stretch of the South Fork of the New River painting en plein aire and photographing scenes like this. This would have to be a perfect place to spend a few days...

This painting, on a Gessoed Panel with painted sides, is easily framed or displayed with a decorative easel. Decorative easel included with any winning bid over $35.

Autumn Marsh

“Autumn Marsh” ... 5x7" Oil on Panel, alla prima, 12-18-2006.
SOLD... Thanks Joseph!
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With autumn comes the crisp salt air and the green marsh near Swansboro, NC, transforms into a beautiful golden brown as seen in this painting titled "Autumn Marsh". Along with the fall comes the closing of the ferry at the Hammock's Beach state park as evidenced here by its abandoned dock.

Misty Winter Morn

"Misty Winter Morn"... 6x8" Oil on Panel, alla prima, 12-13-2006.
SOLD... Thanks Elizabeth!
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You can almost feel the crisp winter air in this original painting, “Misty Winter Morn”. The subtle colors and textured grasses make this scene peaceful and inviting.

This painting, on a Gessoed Panel with painted sides, is easily framed or displayed with a decorative easel.

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Bernie

Among the Poppies

"Among the Poppies"... 6x8" Oil on Panel, alla prima, 12-8-2006.

SOLD... Thanks Avie!

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This original painting, “Among the Poppies”, evokes feelings of peace and serenity. The lone country cottage surrounded by poppy fields conjures up the thought... "I wish I was there"...