Small Works IV

Webster Groves Library

Small Works Show

I am pleased to have two of my paintings accepted into the Webster Arts

Small Works IV show.

 The Shelter 6x8 plein air oil

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Before the Snow 6x8 plein air oil

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Exhibition Dates: December 1-31, 2016, at the Webster Groves Public Library, 301 E. Lockwood, Webster Groves, MO
Artist Reception: Webster Arts will host an artists’ reception, free and open to the public, on Friday, December 2, 2016, from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Webster Groves Public Library.

Hope to see you there!

Small Works Show

OA Gallery

Small Works Show

I will have two paintings in this show.  I hope you can stop by at the opening.  The show will be up until December 31st so this is a great opportunity if you are looking for a unique one of a kind Christmas gift.  Check the gallery website for their hours.  They are located in Kirkwood right across from the Kirkwood train station. Hope to see you on Friday, Nov. 4th at the opening!

Kirkwood Farmer's Market

Fall at the Market

"Pumpkins and Bales"

8x10 plein air oil

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Unseasonably warm weather today seemed out of place with all the fall produce and decorations for the upcoming holidays of fall.  It felt more like a hot, humid day in summer.  But the colors of fall were inspiring to paint this symbol of the season and that fall chill in the air soon to come.

Cliff Cave Park

Hot Breezy Day

plein air oil 8x10

Summer Breeze by the River

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The temperatures were in the upper 90's and the only bearable place to paint was under the main shelter.  There was a gusty wind from there but worth the cooling relief that it brought.  Looking across these willows caught my eye and the grasses in front of them were waving in the breeze.  I never noticed the heat once I started painting and finished up just as the wind calmed down.

The Monday Club Mopapa Group Show

Mopapa Group Show

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The Monday Club, 37 South Maple, Webster Groves, Mo.

"Spring in the Woods"

8x10 plein air oil

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Hope you can join us on Sunday, Sept. 11 from 2-4pm for the opening reception to this show.  Over 20 artists will have works exhibited.  Light refreshments will be available along with the opportunity to meet and talk with many of the artists.  The show will be up until October 19th.

Riverlands at West Alton, Mo.

At the Audubon Center

Plein air oil 6x8 of the Alton bridge in the distance.

Beautiful ever changing clouds were a challenge to paint.

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Large Cottonwood trees are scattered around the area near the center.  This is another plein air oil 6x8 that I painted on another Sunday outing with the Mopapa group.

1900 Park Creative Space Gallery

Mopapa Group Show

A Nice Summer Day

8x10 oil

The Missouri Plein Air Painters MOPAPA is having a group show at the 1900 Park

Creative Space Gallery for the month of July.  The show opens with a reception on Friday, July 1st from 6-9pm.  Each artist will have 3 paintings in the show that were painted en plein air (on the spot) at various locations and many different subject matter.  Something for every taste.  Come have a refreshment while viewing this diverse and beautiful show.  Hope to see you there.

Steelville Plein Air Event

St. James

"The House Through the Woods"

8x10 oil

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"The Lake Beyond the Woods"

8x10 oil

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The first two days of the Steelville Plein Air event took place in and around the St. James area.  I found myself drawn both days to scenes that looked out from wooded areas.  This time of year is a great time to spend in the woods.  Nature is alive and active with beautiful views in every direction.

Virginia

The Blue Ridge Mountains

6x8 plein air oil

Shenandoah National Park

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Drove the Skyline Drive through the park and the views were amazing.  So many overlooks and each one just as awesome as the next.  The blue color of the mountains is so beautiful.  Loved this place.

Occoquan, Virginia

6x8 plein air oil

Occoquan River

This little island in the river was a gathering place for mallards.  Had a nice time visiting friends in this charming town.  The river flows into the Potomac which flows into the Chesapeake Bay.

Vacation Pictures

Dearborn, Michigan

6x8 plein air oil

Cider House at Greenfield Village

Had a hard time finding a place to paint as it was very crowded with many school field trips on this day.  Set up in front of this beautiful wheat field and the cider house behind.  The village is a sustainable farm and is an amazing place to see.  Also it is located next to the Henry Ford Museum which houses incredible collections of all kinds.

Put In Bay, Bass Island, Ohio

6x8 plein air oil

The Niagra

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Loved this old ship anchored in the bay.  It was bright and sunny but very windy which is always a challenge when painting on the spot.  There is an International Peace Monument on the Island that from the top the view is amazing.  Several other islands can be seen plus Canada.  A perfect day.

Paint Webster

"Busch's Spring"

8x10 plein air oil

 Urban Senior Award

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Yesterday was the Paint Webster annual plein air event.  I chose to paint the spring near Blackburn Park because of the historical significance to my family.  My grandmother's childhood home was on a farm in this immediate area and this spring was their water source.  I have a photo from the 1880's that shows some of the children standing on the top of the spring and amazingly it looks nearly unchanged today.  It's a bird sanctuary now and part of Blackburn park in Webster Groves.

 At the award reception for the event, I was happy to receive the "Urban Senior Award" and this painting will be on show at the Old Orchard Gallery until May 18th.

Augusta Plein Air at Mount Pleasant Winery

 

 

 

Art Show

 

 

 

8x10 oil

 

Below the Katy

 

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Framed the last of the paintings for the Art Show and Sale to be held tomorrow, May 1st, in Augusta at Mount Pleasant Winery.  11am to 4pm.  Come see an amazing array of art in all styles and price ranges to suit anyone's taste.  Artists from all over the country are participating.  Some came from as far away as Texas and Kentucky to paint the last 10 days in Missouri wine country.  Weather should be nice and it will be a good day to come out and enjoy this lovely area.  Stop by and say hello!



Augusta Show and Sale

Getting Ready for Sunday

 8x10 oil

Bluff Phlox

I painted this the first day at Augusta Shores and wasn't happy with it so I went back on Thursday and reworked it when the light was so much better.  What a little sunshine can do for the plein air painter!

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8x10 oil

Sentinel Pine

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Painted at Montelle Winery with plenty of sunshine.  A lovely day to paint.



A Day to Remember

SUGAR CREEK WINERY

8x10 plein air oil

Wine and Roses

Honorable Mention

The day started out hot and sunny and I found a spot in the shade to paint these roses by the vineyard.  It wasn't long before the clouds rolled in and thunder was heard in the distance.  I painted a little faster so I could frame and enter before the rain came.  Soon we were told there was a severe storm approaching and the sky was ominous looking with that green tinge before a storm.  Everyone got inside in time and all the paintings were safe also.  It certainly was a day to remember and one I'll always remember at my first Augusta Plein Air event!





More from Augusta Plein Air

PRIVATE ESTATE PAINT OUT

2nd Place Award

8x10 oil

DEPPE FARM

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What an honor to receive the second place award today at the private estate paint out.

The Deppe Farm was just beautiful and the light on these buildings caught my eye as we drove in.  It was sunny and warm but rather windy but worth every minute .



A Day in Augusta

"Spring Planting"

8x10 plein air oil

3rd Place Award

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I was honored to receive a 3rd place award at the Augusta Plein Air event today.

I chose this place to paint because I love the newly planted fields with just a hint of the crop coming up.  It's such a promise of hope for a good harvest.



AUGUSTA PLEIN AIR

 

 

 

ART IN THE OPEN AIR

 

 

 

 

 

I will be participating in this event.  This is the schedule of the daily events.

Come see the artists and enjoy the beautiful area.  Many wineries and the Katy Trail too.



SUNNY AFTERNOON

 

Cliff Cave Shelter

 

I walked around looking for something to catch my eye to paint and also be out of the bright sun and wind when I just looked up and saw the light on the shelter.  I set up in the shade of a tree and I think I was able to capture the feeling of a sunny afternoon at the park.  I painted on a different surface than I normally use and it took the paint differently.  I'm ok with the result but not sure I'll use it again.

 

 

 

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6x8 oil on primed board

 





Bluffs

 

The Bluffs at Cliff Cave

 

Painted along the railroad tracks at Cliff Cave Park last week.

I did not know you need to be 100 feet from the tracks until I got a warning from the railroad police.

I was only about half finished with the painting so had to finish it from memory after I got home.

 

 

 

8x10 oil

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Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art

 

MVIS 5th Annual Juried Art Show

 Missouri Valley Impressionist Society

 http://missourivalleyimpressionistsociety.com
 

 

I am honored to have my painting "First Hint of Spring" accepted into this show.

If you are in the St. Joseph area be sure to stop in.

 

8x10 plein air oil

 

Event Dates: 4/8/2016 - 6/5/2016

Reception: 4/8/2016   4-7pm

Location: Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art

2818 Frederick Ave.

St. Joseph, Mo 64506  ph. 816-233-7003

www.albrecht-kemper.org

 

Juror - Cathy Liao - Assistant Professor of Art and Director of Painting/Printmaking

Missouri Western State University



Early Spring

 

Flood Patterns

 

 

Cliff Cave Park

6x8 plein air oil

 

 

The sand that washed along the riverbank is just as soft as any tropical beach.  The wavy pattern shows how far the current washed it over the normal riverbank.  The trees look as if they were rearing back to avoid the intrusive waters.  After receding the signs left behind tell the story of the ever changing Mississippi River.



Tavern of Fine Arts

Missouri Plein Air Painters Association

Tavern of Fine Arts

313 Belt Ave  St. Louis, Mo. 63112

Central West End  314-367-7549

Hours - M-Th 5pm-11pm  Fri - 5pm-12:30am Sat - 11am-12:30am Sun -closed

MOPAPA Group Show

March 1 thru May 31, 2016

Faust Park Fall

6x8 oil 

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The Tavern of Fine Arts showcases the work of local artists.

All works are for sale. If you are interested in purchasing, please speak to your server.

I have 3 pieces in this show along with other members of MOPAPA. 

I  hope you can stop by to see the show.



Small Works Show

Webster Groves Library Gallery

I will have a painting in this show.
Hope you can stop by.

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6x8 plein air oil

Barges on the Mississippi 

  



Above Average Temps

Warm February

What a beautiful weekend we had.  Saturday broke the record at 80 degrees.  The park was more crowded than I've ever seen.  A lovely day to paint. 

Cliff Cave Park

6x8 oil

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Riverlands in West Alton

6x8 oil

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It was quite windy on Sunday but still warm and sunny.  The Audubon Center is a beautiful place.  Quiet, peaceful with the sound of migrating birds.