#148 “Crossroads” 14x11 oil on linen panel

This one was quite a challenge! There were many problems to solve. For the most part the painting came together rather quickly. However, as a result of the perspective of the photo that was used, the grain elevator "leaned" to the right. That was corrected by measuring the upper right hand corner of the building from the corner to the edge of the canvas. Using that measurment I marked a spot on the canvas at the bottom of the building that was the same distance from the edge. I think it was about a half inch. I simply matched color/value and extended the building. That problem was solved! The second issue was the sky. When looking at the photograph, it was a sold blue with little change in value. It was boring. To fix that I ever so lightly lightened the value at the horizon line and gradually blended into the darker blue above. That worked but again, it was just this boring blue. I decided to add some wispy white clouds! Bingo! Done!

* "Crossroads" was selected as the cover for Airstream Life Magazine Winter 2022-2023

#146 “Salt Creek” 8x10 oil on linen panel

Driving thru Brown County in southern Indiana, I happened upon this beautiful winter scene. I hopped out of my car and took a few shots. Sometimes, the elements that can make a great painting are all there. Southern Indiana is beautiful during all four seasons!!!

#145 "Moonlight View" 14x11oil on linen board

Moonlight View 14x11oil

A few weeks ago I got up around 4:00 AM and went into the kitchen to get a drink of water. As I entered the kitchen I gazed out thru the dining room window and saw the full moon casting a beautiful reflection on the water. Terranea Resort sticks out in the distance. The dark foreground is the local golf course and the sand traps can be seen dotting the landscape. I thought it would make an interesting painting. Once again, I'll live with it before I go in and make some edits. I can already see a few very minor changes that I think will enhance the piece.