Monthly Archives: July 2010
Silence
Today I walked to my studio only to realize that I had left my ipod at home. I usually listen to audiobooks or news podcasts while I paint. The silence, however, proved beneficial. By working in silence I was able to think about the paintings as I worked. I made clearer decisions and stayed focused. [...]
Jul 23, 2010
Gallery Night & Day
I will be showing a few Chromascapes this weekend with the Wisconsin Visual Artists. We will be in the Marshall Building, on the 2nd floor. 207 East Buffalo Street Milwaukee, WI 53202 There is always tons to see throughout the Marshall Building, so please stop by! Friday, July 23, 4-10pm Saturday, July 24, 10am-4pm
Sketchbook
This drawing was done today in my sketchbook, in crayon from photo reference. I am doing these in preparation for a new direction my work is taking. I think I am going back to oils….
Productivity
It has been a lovely five day weekend from my day job. Most of it was spent doing 4th of July festivities. However, yesterday and today were mainly devoted to painting. I realized, however, that my work does not lend itself to full days in the studio. My thin, watered layers of paint take sometimes [...]

