"AUTUMN AFTERNOON", 30 x 24

The Sun was sinking quickly so I got off the highway somewhere south of Warwick, NY, to take some pictures. I stopped a jogger to ask her about the picturesque places she could recommend to me. She Scratched her head a bit and lamented the fact that most of the leaves were off the trees and it was probably too late to drive anywhere special before sunset.
Then she jogged off, leaving this in my line of vision! Five clicks of my camera and I was back in my car. And I knew exactly what I'd be painting next.

LAGUNA GRI GRI, 16 x 20, o/c

One of my favorite things to capture on canvas is the glittering movement of water. The hard edges of these boats add contrast to the fluid feel of the lagoon, and create additional shimmer in their reflections.

PAINTING CONTEST III "Central Park in Spring", was done 'en plein air' in early June. It will be the next painting to be given away to a lucky subscriber.

LAKE REFLECTIONS, 36 x 48, o/c

You read that right: 36 x 48 inches. In other words, huge! And quite a bit of work.... But I think it was worth the effort. It's Loch Sheldrake and I hope I've succeeded in capturing some of the majesty of the mountains.

SUMMER'S LAST FLING, 10 x 8, o/c. Inspired by a trip to the park with my grandson

This painting, and the spontaneity of 'a la prima' painting (started and finished in one sitting) makes a good 'end of summer' metaphor. Today I began a 36" x 48" painting, which is quite a laborious affair.
Vacation is over and school is in session, indeed.

'WIN THIS PAINTING II' And the winner is........ not responding!

The winner of this painting has been chosen at random. I've emailed her but she isn't responding! I don't recognize the person and only a female first name was provided at the time of subscription. I guess I'll continue to try to email for a few days before moving on to choosing a new winner.
Sorry for the delay!

THE YOUNG VIOLINIST, 16 x 12, o/c