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Luncheon of the Boating Party – Part 3

Posted on August 7, 2011 by
2011_luncheonOTBoatingParty

Life is never as it seems on the surface. The decorating project to fill a niche in my kitchen that began last June is finally complete! I needed a sparkling, emotional, lively and color rich painting for the wall area above my … Continue reading →

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Luncheon of the Boating Party – Part 2

Posted on July 22, 2011 by
triangles

Renoir’s Luncheon of the Boating Party sparkles with life. Why? The atmosphere is one of timeless pleasure. Gathered around a table replete with wine, fruit, and shimmering tableware, the diners have just finished a satisfying meal. But what makes this … Continue reading →

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Luncheon of the Boating Party – Part 1

Posted on July 16, 2011 by
Finished Study, 16 x 20, gouache on gessoed Cresent water-media board

Vive la moderne! What began as a decorating project has turned into in-depth study of Pierre-Auguste Renoir’s 1870 painting, Luncheon of the Boating Party. The colors and mood of the painting convey exactly what I want to feel in my kitchen; people … Continue reading →

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Pale Forest: Contrast in Color and Time

Posted on May 27, 2011 by
Pale Forest | 22 x 28 | oil on canvas

Painting skin tones seems simple, yet is unbelievably complex, like trying to put together a million piece jigsaw puzzle that is almost all one color. I think I was born in the wrong century (and continent). My idea of an … Continue reading →

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March 30, 1853: Happy Birthday Vincent!

Posted on March 31, 2011 by
The Harvest after Van Gogh

Yesterday (March 30, 1853) was Vincent Van Gogh’s birthday! In honor of this artist who continues to inspire artists and art lovers around the world, I’m sharing my Van Gogh studies, all of which helped me become a better artist. Who knew, … Continue reading →

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