Jan. 7: Mi Amiga

Mi Amiga (9 x 12)
I don't think I have captured a real resemblance to my friend.  But I have seen her sit like this many times.  So to me, it looks like her.  She is listening to an artist, after a long day painting in a workshop.  Exhausted.

Jan. 6: Travis/ hand study

Travis/ hand study (NFS)
I have seen my son, Travis, hold his hands in this position a million times.  I caught a photo of this over Christmas, very accidentally.  Travis works with his hands, and I felt this was a perfect portrait of him.  I am sure I will paint this several times, until I get it 'just right'.  But for today, here is a study.

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Jan. 5: Still life with skull

Still life with skull
Oil on canvas panel  6 x 8"
This will be the last of these flowers for still life paintings.  They are on their way out.  I love fresh flowers in the winter months.  It makes me appreciate natures beauty.
If only I can figure out pay pal, I will have these up for sale!  Meanwhile if you are interested, email me.  

Jan. 4: Ryan

Ryan  (NFS)
This painting may look a little familiar!  I painted Ryan's dad, Joe, 2 days ago.   The photograph was taken my Ryan's mom, Sherry!  Sherry is a professional photographer, and I asked her permission to use her art in my art!  She was kind enough to allow me to paint the two most important men in her life.  For me it is more difficult to paint from a photograph, and to paint someone I know personally.  So Ryan was a challenge, as was Joe.
Visit Sherry's web site to see her wonderful work.  http://www.sherryfarrellphotography.com

Jan. 3: Trickster from The Lion King

Trickster (6 x 8")
This character from The Lion King was given to me years ago by a dear friend, Colleen Mooney.  I think of Colleen often in my studio, since Trickster is close by on a shelf!  He is sitting by a wonderful collage painting by Colleen's dear sister-in-law, Susan Dodd.  Today he sat very still with this arrangement of fresh flowers.  Thank you Colleen.

Jan. 2 - 30 Day challenge: Joe

Joe (NFS)