Sanctuary

This is the latest in my series from the John Burroughs sanctuary that I will be showing in future as a group. This painting is a 30" x 30" oil on canvas. Each painting is preceded by a full scale drawing in my studio and small on-site paintings and photos to document the light and values of the time. These rocks and reflections are a study in contrasts and paradox. There is weight and solidity, but also a sense that at any moment they could cascade into the water. The geometry and hard edges of the rock formations versus the fluidity and softness of the water and the reflections of those edges.There is also a sense of some hidden secure place within the center of these towering rocks and cool water - a sanctuary between.

Summer Classes

Summer is around the corner and here are a few offerings from the studio-

Drawing from the Figure-

Using the forms of the figure to learn the basics of line, space, and values in drawing in charcoal. Not an anatomical orientation, but still true to the figure.

6 weekly classes, Sat. 10 -12, June 5 - July 10, $240.

Landscape Painting-

Using acrylic paint to ease the logistics of painting outdoors, we will spend time both on location and in the studio. This class will focus on "framing" the view to create the best composition and building the painting with an awareness of values and spaces. Some drawing experience necessary.

4 weekly classes, Sat. , 9-12, July 17 - Aug. 7, $200.

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.