This is the new series of paintings from ice formations on the Hudson this winter. I call them "Breaking the Ice" - since it is a new subject and a new working space it seemed to fit.

Welcome to the new studio! It's a wonderful space and new work is developing here. The incredible spring weather has been calling me out to do some "on location" work (at the John Burroughs Sanctuary), that I then bring back and continue working on in the studio. As you can see, I am finishing up my winter series of ice formations along the Hudson and snowstorms on the tidal creek near my new home, that I will be photographing and posting next time.

Here are the class descriptions for the moment- summer will bring some new ventures!

Beginning to Intermediate Drawing-

We will be focussing on increased awareness of line, space, and values within the still life. Using this new sense of "seeing", students will find a convincing realism comes easily and quickly to their drawing. Students relate experiencing a whole new way of viewing the world in and out of class!

Materials: Charcoal and fine marker -a complete list of materials will be given before class

Cost: For two hour private class - 50.

For class of two people or more - 35.

Beginning to Intermediate Painting-

At least one class in drawing before this class is preferable. We will build on the awareness of values from drawing and apply this to the study of painting. A series of color studies from the still life will be done, using some of the techniques from the Impressionists and Fauves.

Materials: Acrylics or oils (acrylics preferable for this class) Complete list of materials will be given before class

Cost: For two hour private class - 50.

for group of two or more - 35.

New Studio at Last!

As of next week, I will be in my new studio! Even though I have moved my home to Connelly, on the Rondout near the Strand in Kingston, I have decided to keep one foot back in Stone Ridge and will be on Rt. 209 in the center of town. I love the small historic town of Stone Ridge and want to keep in contact with all my old customers, students, and friends, so come by on Saturdays and see my new work. The gallery will be officially open as of May, but I will be setting up and starting classes in April. I'm across from the library, with access from the parking lot behind the building

(much better parking than in my old location!). I'll be posting some of my new work and also photos of the studio soon!

Transitions and New Landscapes

After a long break from this blog, I am back to update my situation.  I have moved from the beautiful fields of the Rondout Valley to the shores of the Rondout itself in Connelly.   My new terrain will be the preserves of the Scenic Hudson such as Black Creek and Esopus Meadows on the Hudson.  The view from my window is sailing masts in the marina!  The sad part was leaving my old studio behind - I am now in flux, with most of my studio in storage and seeking new space.  I have a very small space to continue working in the house temporarily, but will let you know when a new studio and classes happen in the next few months.  This painting (24" x24") is one of a new series, from Esopus Meadows preserve, I hope to complete of the ice on the river before spring thaw!

Painting Classes in the Studio

No, this is not my work, but a wonderful little painting done by my student, Juliet Graham- Hayes, still on the "drawing board".  We've been having a great time exploring color, space, and value relationships all within a simple still-life.  I do both private and very small group classes 

( my studio space is not huge and I like to give each student individual attention).  Contact me if you are interested in beginning or continuing a love of art and artmaking.

Kripplebush Studio/Gallery Open

This is the entrance to my studio and gallery in the heart of historic Kripplebush, across from the schoolhouse museum.  I am open Saturdays 12 -5, May through November, (and sometimes Friday or Sunday afternoon, but not on a regular basis).  Also anytime by appointment. I have a great selection of work from 10x10 inch panels to large canvases.   Come and stop by just to browse and chat!  I'm on a corner, with parking in the back from the  Cooper St. entrance.