Sunset Marsh #1

"Sunset Marsh #1"... 6x8" Oil on Panel, alla prima, 3-9-2007.
SOLD...Thanks Jann!

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Coastal North Carolina has some of the most beautiful scenery... hard to beat the marshlands at sunset. The sky in "Sunset Marsh #1" (#2 to follow soon) almost seems on fire with color.

Relaxing at Fat Tony's

Relaxing at Fat Tony's... 8x6" Oil on Panel, alla prima, 2-2007.
SOLD... Thanks again Andrew!
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My wife came across this scene while spending the day in Wilmington, North Carolina.... lucky for me she had the camera. I really enjoy painting city street scenes like this... especially in the old historical sections of town. I could paint 100 paintings in a three block radius of Front Street in downtown Wilmington and every one be fresh and unique.

Contemplation

"Contemplation"... 7x5" Oil on oil primed canvas board, alla prima, 3-14-2007.
SOLD... Thanks again Bob!

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"Contemplation" is painted in one of my favorite styles... a value study done predominately in Terra Rosa. The warmth of color always makes a dramatic portrait study.

"and Mary pondered these things in her heart"...

The Willow it Weeps

"The Willow it Weeps"... 5x7" Oil on Panel, alla prima, 3-2007.
SOLD... Thanks Helen!
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Weeping Willow trees always remind me of loved ones who have left us. Their swaying branches almost dance... and always to a peaceful tune in my minds eye. Let this painting, "The Willow it Weeps", give you that peaceful feeling as you mentally take a stroll along the stream and maybe even take a rest under the willow.

Italian Sanctuary

"Italian Sanctuary"... 5x7" Oil on Panel, alla prima, 2-28-2007.
SOLD... Thanks Alyce!
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This peaceful scene set in the beautiful country side of Italy has a spiritual feel. Let "Italian Sanctuary" remind you of your own peaceful place where you go to appreciate your creator.

Remember When?

"Remember When?... 6x8" Oil on Panel, alla prima, 3-3-2007.
SOLD... Thanks again Andrew!

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Do you remember service stations? When was the last time someone checked your oil, washed your windshield, and pumped your gas? A few still exist but they are rapidly becoming a thing of the past. Many are abandoned like the one captured in this painting, "Remember When?" which has a nostalgic feel of days gone by... when service meant more than convience... a slower time. I miss that...

The Old Covered Bridge

"The Old Covered Bridge"... 8x6" Oil on Panel, alla prima, 2-28-2007.
SOLD... Thanks again Art!

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This impressionistic painting, "The Old Covered Bridge" was done as a demo for Mrs Nickel's 7th and 8th grade art classes last week. I set up my easel... painted, and answered some really cool questions. We discussed the elements of art, various styles, techniques, etc. and had a great time... well... at least the 7th graders (and me) had a great time.

Waiting

"Waiting"... 8x6" Oil on Panel, alla prima, 3-3-2007.
SOLD... Thanks again Andrew!

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This lone boat waits as the morning mist burns away and a new day dawns with unlimited possibilities. "Waiting" evokes a feeling of peaceful solitude.

The Long and Winding Road

"The Long and Winding Road"... 5x7" Oil on Panel, alla prima, 2-22-2007.
SOLD... Thanks Thom!

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Take an impressionistic journey down "The Long and Winding Road" and enjoy the warm colors and loose brushwork... maybe even ponder memories of those you hold dear. "The long and winding road, That leads to your door, Will never disappear, Ive seen that road before, It always leads me here, Lead me to you door..."

Sunset at Emerald Isle

"Sunset at Emerald Isle"... 6x8" Oil on Panel, alla prima, 2-19-2007.
SOLD... Thanks Jean!

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The beaches along the coast of North Carolina are gorgeous. Among the favorite spots is Emerald Isle on the Crystal Coast. Imagine yourself walking along this beach as the sun sets... relaxing on that much needed vacation.