Private Inspirations

For the past twenty years most of the art I've created has been commissioned. It's been a challenging and interesting way to make a living as an artist. Every now and then I've managed to eke out a little private time to create work just for me. My icons of nature and my still lifes are two examples of my private work.

Icons of Nature

I've been creating "icons of nature"for a number of years. They are painted on gessoed mahogany, maple or board and gilded with white or yellow gold The technique gives the pieces an "old world" feel. When lit by candle light they seem magical..
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Golden Age Still Life Painting

Throughout my career I've replenished my spirit by painting images that are technically challenging and filled with "old world" beauty. The Dutch Masters have never ceased to amaze me. Recently, I've begun painting still life paintings that celebrate the past..
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Tulip Paintings

As in the "Golden Age Still Life Painting", my series of Tulip Paintings underline my fascination with dramatic lighting, color and composition. The tulips were so beautiful when first cut. But as they began to wilt they seemed to take on a new life. Color changed and petals relaxed. I found the transformation inspirational..
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Swan Decoy Paintings

Inspired my a lovely, old swan decoy, I started painting this series. At first it was about form, light and shadow. But as I spent hours and hours in the studio it began to take on an autobiographical nature. These paintings are very special to me..
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