14″ x 11″ oil on linen panel
Those of us who grew up in the Bay Area know how much it’s changed which makes us appreciate the rural spots that remain. This neighborhood is located in the Almaden section of San Jose. There is a sense of wide open spaces in this area that is enhanced by access to Santa Teresa County Park.
So enjoyed a painting getaway with a delightful painting buddy. We set up at three locations ,,, Garrapata, Point Lobos and Pacific Grove.
8″ x 10″ oil (sold)
There was no rain expected when I set up my painting gear. Then … it poured. In the end, when I finished this up at home, I worked to retain a sense of uncertainty and the moments just before the downpour.
3/29/2025 – 5/17/2025
I’m delighted that my painting “Sailing Lessons” is included in the 13th annual “Fresh Works” juried art show in Pleasanton.
The Harrington Gallery is a beautiful art space inside the Firehouse Arts Center in Downtown Pleasanton at 4444 Railroad Avenue. The gallery is open open Wednesdays – Saturdays.
11″ x 14″ (sold)
So fun painting this view of downtown Los Gatos and chatting with locals passing by. I had no idea that the park where I was set up used to be the train station or that the building this painting focuses on used to be a hotel.
11″ x 14″ oil on linen panel
When visiting Filoli, there are a number of specific vignettes that I look forward to seeing as the seasons and plantings change. I have loved seeing this walkway lined with tulips and terra cotta pots full of hyacinths. If I had to choose though it would be the scene I’ve captured here with a multitude of foxgloves in the raking light of a sunny afternoon in early summer.
14″ x 11″ (sold)
I developed this studio painting from an earlier plein air piece. On that day, snapped a photo of my friend Marianne painting amongst the blooms and gave the scene another go including her.
18″ x 24″ oil on linen panel
While painting a Santa Cruz Harbor scene, I was charmed by this procession of student sailors which. I used the plein air painting I did that day as a study for this studio painting.
Exhibited …
2025 – Harrington Gallery, Pleasanton Art Center, Fresh Works Show
20″ x 16″ Oil (sold)
There is a feeling of wonder standing on the edge of the Pacific … particularly in Big Sur. In this piece, I’m particularly drawn to the coastal rhythms and curves.
11″ x 14″ oil on linen panel
This painting is looking out from a sweet spot on the far western edge of Pacific Grove.
