This is a painting I began for an amateur art contest sponsored by the local art association. Residents were asked to submit artwork that expressed the unique quality of life in our rural community. Though I think it ended up cute, the strength of my painting comes from the theme and presentation. Our area has […]

I have a bit to work on still, but I am pretty happy with this.  If you look back at my earlier still life studies, you can see I am improving. Later, I tried to make final touches in my room at home with insufficient lighting, and I sort of ruined what I thought was […]

Obviously, this is unfinished. I went to class with low expectations, but I like the image and I think I can fix this study. I hope to work on it again soon. My pathetically low self concept will hinder my progress as a painter.  I have to battle fear just to get started.  If I don’t do […]