Plein Air in progress...

Barn in plein air...after day one.

This is a 20" x 24" canvas, on location in 

Evergreen, Colorado.

I was challenged by the moving light and shadows 

on the barn.I had to work very fast....at this point

I had painted about 90 minutes, drawing

and painting in color.  I had to quit at this point, 

and returned the next

day to catch the details of the shadows.

I also had an issue with the sun light moving 
so quickly, that it hit the back of my easel.  So grabbing 
the right colors, focusing on 

the light and shadows and painting fast was important.  
I have a green issue whenI paint, 

and tried a new approach to get some 

earthy and cool greens...lots of mixing going on.  
I probably should post a pic of my palette....
it was a real mess!

I hope to post the completed painting soon.

Thanks for viewing....Kay

kay@kwyne.com

Whatever Floats Your Boat

Whatever Floats Your Boat

8" x 8" Oil on RayMar Panel

Contact Kay at kay@kwyne.com 

for purchasing information.

Thanks for viewing!!!

On my easel.....

Still Life in progress...

Peonies, Fruit and Fabric

This is a 24" x 30" canvas.

Almost complete...worked on it again today.

Here are a couple of pics of a still life in progress.

The set-up took alot of time and thought....

great color, texture, light, shadows and composition.   

Don Sahli and Sharon Hodges spent quite a bit of 

time setting upset it up this arrangement. Once

Sharon started painting it, I decided 

I had to get in on the fun.  Don has a 

great collection of beautiful fabrics, pottery and 

antiques to choose from when setting up a still

life for a painting...whether it is indoors or outdoors.

I quickly blocked in the abstract shapes and started 

on the colors.  

After several hours, I am getting the colors, shadows, 

light and shapes on the canvas.  I have more to do today, 

and can't wait to put more thick paint on.  More

photos tomorrow....Thanks for looking

at my art and the paintings posted here

on this blog.  Kay

kay@kwyne.com

On my easel....

Here is a pic 

of a painting that I just started yesterday...

a still life in Don Sahli's studio in Evergreen, Colorado.

I have had an amazing experience here...

totally exhausted after painting with Don for seven days straight.

Don and Cindy were great hosts.

I am going back for more tomorrow.....

And here is an elk looking at me....OMG!

Here are our horses here at the working ranch....

Sharon and I are taking it all in.

Thanks for viewing...Kay

kay@kwyne.com

Just Waiting

Just Waiting

36" x 36" Oil on Gallery Wrap Canvas

Contemporary Palette Knife Painting

Contact Pam at Dutch Art Gallery in Dallas, Texas 

for more information on this painting.

Thanks for viewing.....Kay

Just Because

Just Because

48" x 48" Oil on Gallery Wrap Canvas

Contemporary Palette Knife Painting

Contact Pam at The Dutch Art Gallery in Dallas, Texas for 

more information

on this painting.  Thanks for viewing.....Kay

Buffalo

Buffalo

SOLD

24" x 24" Oil on Gallery Wrap Canvas

kay@kwyne.com

Don't Even Think About It

Don't Even Think About It

36" x 18" Oil on Gallery Wrap Canvas

Contemporary Rooster Painting

Contact Pam at The Dutch Art Gallery in Dallas.

Thanks for viewing.  Kay

Blue Vase

Blue Vase

24" x 24" Oil on Canvas

Palette Knife Painting

Contact Kay for purchasing information.

kay@kwyne.com

Rudy Rooster - Sold!

Rudy Rooster-Sold

12" x 16" Oil on Canvas

Contemporary Palette Knife Painting

Thanks to Mary Katherine at The Fredericksburg Good Art Company who sold this painting recently.  I have more roosters on my easel at the studio, but they need some more work.  I hope to post them soon.  Thanks for looking, Kay.  Contact me with any questions concerning my art.  kay@kwyne.com

Hen Session

Hen Session

16" x 20" Oil on Gallery Wrap Canvas

Contemporary Chickens

This fun painting was painted with loose brush strokes and bold color.

These three chicks are having a hen session!

Contact Kay if you are interested in purchasing.

Thanks for viewing, Kay

Flowers in Vase

Flowers in Vase 

Sold!

24" x 24" Oil on Canvas

This contemporary floral painting is traveling today to Australia.

Thank you Bev for giving this floral a new home!

kay@kwyne.com

Season of Color

Season of Color

18" x 18" Oil on Heavy Duty Gallery Wrap Canvas

Contemporary Abstract Landscape

Contact Kay for more information on this colorful abstract.

kay@kwyne.com

Thanks for looking at the art posted here.

Kay

Blue Bonnets

Blue Bonnets

24" x 24" Oil on Canvas

Contact Kay for more information on this painting.

kay@kwyne.com

Thanks for viewing....Kay

Three Is A Crowd

Three Is A Crowd

18" x 24" Oil on Canvas

Contemporary Oil Painting

I was in the mood for boats...and a #12 Filbert.  So I got my paints out and started sketching with the paint.  Here is a pic when I was laying the shapes out.  I had a photograph from last year's trip to Maine that I used for reference.

And then I started pushing the paint around.  I did not use any medium, so the paint is very thick.  The best part is that I painted pretty fast...I was able to work this painting in one session.

I kept layering the paint on.  I don't know why, but after I finished this painting, I immediately started a commission....another boat painting!  I can't post my progress on that one because it is a gift for someone, and I will have to wait until it is finished and shipped to Chicago.  Thanks for looking at my blog and the art posted here.  Contact me if you are interested in this painting....kay@kwyne.com.  Have a good day.....Kay

Missed The Boat

Missed The Boat

12" x 12" Oil on RayMar Cotton Panel

Contemporary Oil Painting

I loved painting this one, especially since I was able to get the palette knife out and create some texture on the rocks and water.  This dinghy was tied up in a small fishing town in along the rocky coast of Maine.  On a recent trip there, John and I found lots of beautiful seaside towns that will give me inspiration for more paintings.  I was in the studio all day yesterday, and painted some boats from start to finish.  I hope to photograph today and post on tomorrow's blog.  Thanks for looking at the art posted here.  Stay cool.  kay@kwyne.com  ---   Kay

Simple Pleasures

Simple Pleasures

12" x 12" Oil on Heavy Duty Gallery Wrap Canvas

Contemporary Abstract 

Contact Kay at kay@kwyne.com for purchasing information.

KMW

Mama Hen

Mama Hen
8" x 8" Oil on RayMar Cotton Panel

Contemporary Oil Painting

Mama Hen was completed this week...I had started her months ago and got off track.  Mama Hen would look great on a little easel or framed up.  Contact Kay if you are interested in this contemporary hen.  Thanks for looking at this blog and the art posted here.  kay@kwyne.com ....Kay

Little Red Hen

Little Red Hen

8" x 8" Oil on RayMar Cotton Panel

I finished this little hen up yesterday...it is very wet and with all the juicy oils, I am sure it will take a while to dry.  I am on a roll finishing up paintings that are half started....or half finished.  I signed and completed three more paintings at the studio yesterday.  Contact Kay for purchasing information.  Thanks for looking at this blog and the art posted here.  Stay cool.  kay@kwyne.com or 214-532-0325.  KMW

Thoughtful

Thoughtful

24" x 20" Oil on Gallery Wrap Linen

Contemporary Abstract Palette Knife Painting

Thick, juicy oils are layered on the linen with a palette knife.

Lots of texture and vibrant colors.

Contact Kay for more information...

kay@kwyne.com

Thanks for viewing....Kay

Thinking

Thinking

16" x 12" Oil on Gallery Wrap Canvas

Contemporary Rooster Painting

This rooster is completed, as it sat on my easel for months just looking at me.  I got in the mood to finish him, so now he is drying.  He will probably be shipped to a gallery once the paint is dry.  Thanks for looking at my art!  Kay

Who Is The Guilty One?

Who Is The Guilty One?

12" x 24" Oil on Gallery Wrap Canvas

Contemporary Rooster Painting

I finished this painting yesterday in the studio, along with two other rooster paintings.  I had alot of fun with this canvas...and as soon as it it dry it will be going to Dutch Art Gallery in Dallas.  These three chicks are up to something...and someone is guilty!  Thanks for looking at this blog and the art posted here.  Stay cool.  kay@kwyne.com  -  Kay

Wide Open Sky

Wide Open Sky

Contemporary Landscape Painting

36"x 36" Oil on Heavy Duty Gallery Wrap Canvas

I was back in the studio yesterday, with 6 paintings on the easels.  I was bouncing around from painting to painting, needing to focus on getting at least one of them completed.  All are at different stages and all need some serious attention.  We had a critique session at the studio, which helped get me on track and now I have a game plan for today.  It is always good to take pics and talk about a painting when you are stuck or having a problem with a painting.  This painting, Wide Open Sky is available for purchase.  Contact Kay for more information.  Thanks, KMW at kay@kwyne.com

Peaceful Path

Peaceful Path

48" x 48" Oil on Gallery Wrap Canvas

Contemporary Palette Knife Painting

When I painted this contemporary landscape canvas, I wanted to let the eye wander over the canvas as if you were exploring and walking through the trees, towards the mountains.  There is a path leading to the base of the mountains, which is the focal point.  The color palette for this painting is different than the norm for me...I wanted to use more neutral and earthy colors rather than bright, bold and vibrant colors. When looking at this painting up close you want to touch it...the palette knife allowed me to put some texture on the canvas.  Peaceful Path would make a wonderful addition to a home or office ...please contact me if you are interested in this painting or any of the art posted here on this blog.  Thanks, Kay at kay@kwyne.com.

Abstract Landscape Painting

Abstract Landscape Painting

Contemporary Oil Painting

24" x 12" Oil on Heavy Duty Gallery Wrap Canvas

Corals, violets, and greens bounce off of each other in this painting.

I used a flat brush for most of the painting, giving the shapes crisp edges.

I really went on a limb and used some cad green.  No pun intended.

This painting is hanging at the studio right now.

Contact Kay at kay@kwyne.com for more information.

Thanks for viewing.....Kay

Contemporary Aspen Painting

60" x 20" Oil on Gallery Wrap Linen

This was a screen shot for an ad in an art publication.

I liked the layout of the half page ad.  

Thanks for looking at this blog....have a

great day.  kay@kwyne.com  

KMW

Neck and Neck - Sold

Neck and Neck

Sold

Contemporary Oil Painting on Canvas

This painting was just shipped to Kentucky, and is at the framer's getting ready for a new home.  This contemporary oil painting is full of color and energy.  I can't wait to see it framed and on a new wall!  I am in the studio today playing catch-up.  Thanks for looking at my blog.  Kay

Waiting

Waiting

8" x 10" Oil on Linen

This sweet little lamb was standing at Heritage Village in downtown Dallas.
There were four or five lambs standing in the fenced-in lot staring at the people and cars...as if they were waiting on something or someone. They had a statuesque quality about them.  I did not use a painting medium, so the oils are thick on the linen, giving it some texture.  It will take a while for this one to dry.  If you are interested in purchasing this painting, contact Kay at kay@kwyne.com.  Thanks for viewing....Happy Fourth of July!  KMW

Windy December

Windy December

8" x 10" Oil on RayMar Panel

En Plein Air

Palette Knife Painting

The Monday morning painting group went to White Rock Lake in December.

We almost got blown away during that painting session.

kay@kwyne.com

Thanks for viewing!

Contemporary Abstract Aspens

Contemporary Aspens

Oil on RayMar Panel

Palette Knife Painting

This painting is getting framed in 
Dallas at the Dutch Art Gallery.

This panel has loads of texture since I used the 
palette knife to apply the oils.  The colors are bold and vivid.
 Thanks for viewing this blog and the art posted here.  
Have a great day.....Kay 

Thoughtful

Thoughtful

24" x 20" Oil on Linen

Contemporary Palette Knife Painting

Contact Kay for information at kay@kwyne.com

John and I have been traveling for a week, visiting family and friends in Illinois.

We had a great time catching up with old friends, but it was good to come home last night.

I hope to get back into the studio and finish up some paintings this week before the next trip.  Here is a pic of my Dad, John and I.

Catching up with old friends is always fun.  Here is Janet, myself, Dorothy and Reggie ---- after we rode in the big parade!  

The Karas girls were hitting the town in Macomb!

Liz Karas Brown and Reggie Karas Devers...

I always have loads of fun with them.

Scenes from the good old midwest....Lots of flat farmland!

Lots of inspiration for some paintings.

Thanks for viewing.....Kay