Untitled Tugboat

 

Untitled

8" x 24" Oil on RayMar Cotton Panel

Contemporary Oil Painting

While vacationing Up North last summer, we were boating and found this old tugboat that appeared to have a history.  I took a few photos and painted it in the studio.  It was docked in Ironton, Michigan.  Thanks for looking at my art, Kay

Free Falling

 

Free Falling 

12" x 12" Oil on RayMar Cotton Panel 

Contemporary Floral

Inspired by beautiful Michigan peonies, I photographed the blooms when they were "on their way out".  I tossed them up in the air, and let them fall every which way. The shapes and colors were what I painted!  "Free Falling" is drying in the studio.  Thanks for looking...and Happy 4th of July!  KMW 

On The Porch

 

On The Porch

12" x 16" Oil on Panel

Contemporary Still Life

It's summertime on the front porch, looking at the lake with some fresh peonies blooming.  A typical Michigan day, filled with sunshine and lovely colors.  This painting was painted just after we returned from Charlevoix, Michigan.  It's a reminder just how beautiful Up North is.  Contact Kay with any questions or comments.  Thanks, KMW

On The Porch

 

On The Porch

12" x 16" Oil on Panel

Contemporary Still Life

It's summertime on the front porch, looking at the lake with some fresh peonies blooming.  A typical Michigan day, filled with sunshine and lovely colors.  This painting was painted just after we returned from Charlevoix, Michigan.  It's a reminder just how beautiful Up North is.  This painting is drying in the studio.  Contact Kay with any questions or comments.  Thanks, KMW

Garden Party

 

Garden Party

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

Contemporary Floral

Michigan peonies painted in my Texas studio.  We just returned from Northern Michigan, and the peonies were peaking when we arrived.  They were stunning, and I couldn't wait to paint them.  I wanted to capture the full blooms, bursting with color and energy.  The colors were magnificent, changing daily.  I appreciate friends Donna and Suzy allowing me to pick their mother's beautiful peonies...I truly enjoyed them, and hope to paint more of them in the future.  This painting is drying in the studio.  Contact Kay for more info.  Thanks for looking at my blog....Happy Fourth of July!

 

 

Sun, Sand, and the Rock

Sun, Sand, and the Rock

20" x 24" Oil on Cotton Panel

Contemporary Seascape

This painting has a beautiful pewter/champaign frame on it, and is ready for a new home.  This rock is Up North and recognizable to many who frequent the beach on Lake Charlevoix each summer.  The rock has texture since it was painted with heavy oils and a palette knife.  In contrast, the sand on the beach is smooth and colorful.  Contact Kay for more info.  Thanks for looking at my blog!  Kay

The Jordan

The Jordan

11" x 14" Oil on Gessoed Board

Contemporary Landscape
Alla Prima

My reference photo in the studio was taken about 45 years ago...and it is a familiar fishing spot in Northern Michigan for my husband.  Fly fishing is very popular on this river, and for some reason I was thinking about our summer plans...and if we would be able to take our annual trip Up North due to the Coronavirus pandemic.  This one was painted in a two hour session.  Thanks for looking at my blog....Kay

Sun, Sand, and the Rock

Sun, Sand, And The Rock

20" x 24" Oil on RayMar Cotton Panel

The rolling clouds are moving fast over this beach scene.  The wind is tossing the tall grass at the edge of the water.  The warm sand is so inviting, and The Rock is familiar to all who spend time on the beach at Sequanota.  This painting needs a frame, and is ready for a new home.  Contact Kay for more info on this painting, or any of the other paintings posted on my blog.  Thanks for looking!  KMW

Michigan Birches - Sold!

Commission

Sold

12" x 24" Oil on Canvas

Contemporary Palette Knife Painting/Plein Air

I'm back!  After a long family vacation Up North, I am back in the studio.  We had a wonderful trip, and I was fortunate enough to paint this view of Lake Charlevoix from one of the cottage's front porch.  I have more Michigan paintings to post...Thanks for looking at my blog.  Contact Kay with any questions or comments.  KMW

Lake Charlevoix

Lake Charlevoix

10" x 12" Oil on RayMar Cotton Panel

Plein Air Landscape

Here is a plein air painting that I painted from the cottage porch overlooking the lake.  Northern Michigan is beautiful, especially in the summertime.  This painting made it back to Dallas, and it is all framed up.  Contact Kay with any comments/questions.  KMW

Sun, Sand, and The Rock

Sun, Sand, and The Rock

16" x 20" Oil on RayMar Cotton Panel

Contemporary Seascape Painting

Here's a beachy painting that strikes a cord with all who have visited or spent anytime on the beach at Sequanota Club, located on the shores of Lake Charlevoix.  Northern Michigan is a wonderful summertime retreat, and we have many photos of family and friends on "The Rock".  I used a palette knife and built up the rock with lots of oil paint...so it will take a while for this to dry!  Contact Kay with any questions or comments on this contemporary seascape.  I can't wait to frame it up!  Thanks for looking, Kay

Day After Fourth of July

Day After Fourth of July

16" x 20" Oil on RayMar Cotton Panel

Plein Air Landscape

Sequanota Club, Charlevoix, Michigan

Up North the fourth of July is celebrated big-time...picnics, fireworks, swimming, boating, sailing, and lots of outdoor fun with friends and family.  The day after was quiet in comparison, but lovely.  I ventured down to the Klingbeil Cottage and painted outdoors.  The birch trees were beautiful with Lake Charlevoix in the background.  Here is a pic of myself painting en plein aire.  

I am thrilled that this painting has a new home...in Ironton, Michigan.  It will be framed up and hang in a beautiful cottage not far from where I painted this panel.  Thanks for looking at my blog...Contact Kay with any comments or questions.  Artfully yours, Kay

Meet Me At The Dock

Meet Me At The Dock

40" x 30" Oil on Gallery Wrap Canvas

Contemporary Abstract

Sitting on the dock is a great past time, and my inspiration for this painting came from the water and docked boats Up North last summer.  The Michigan blues are beautiful, and I found a great group of boats pulled up to the dock on a warm July afternoon.  This painting is available for purchase, with framing as an option.  All four sides of the canvas are painted, so it is ready to hang!  Contact Kay for more info.  Thanks, KMW

The Rock - Sold

The Rock

Sold

40" x 40" Oil on Gallery Wrap Canvas

It's a good day when one of my paintings finds a new home.  That happened yesterday, when Lee Small of Lee Small Fine Art placed this contemporary seascape in a beautiful home in North Dallas.  I had the opportunity to see it in it's new home, and visit with the collector.  She collects work by Texas artists, and loves to know the background of the art and the artist.  Thanks for looking at my blog...have an artful day!  Kay

Ki-Wa-Wi-Ka

Ki-Wa-Wi-Ka
24" x 30" Oil on Canvas

Summers in Northern Michigan are special.  The cottage that the Wyne family owned was charming and comfortable.  Ki-Wa-Wi-Ka (built in 1902) always looked like the same, summer after summer.  This painting brings back many memories...happy family times Up North.  I started this painting in 1995, and found it stashed away in the garage.  John urged me to finish it, so I took it to the studio to paint on it.  I am not sure, but it might be finished...I will let it sit and dry for a while.  After 23 years, I am glad that I was pushed to complete it.  Thanks for looking at my blog...Kay 

Ki-Wa-Wi-Ka by Kay Wyne

Ki-Wa-Wi-Ka
24" x 30" Oil on Canvas

Summers in Northern Michigan are special.  The cottage that the Wyne family owned was charming and comfortable.  Ki-Wa-Wi-Ka (built in 1902) always looked like the same, summer after summer.  This painting brings back many memories...happy family times Up North.  I started this painting in 1995, and found it stashed away in the garage.  John urged me to finish it, so I took it to the studio to paint on it.  I am not sure, but it might be finished...I will let it sit and dry for a while.  After 23 years, I am glad that I was pushed to complete it.  Thanks for looking at my blog...Kay 

Meet Me At The Dock by Kay Wyne

Meet Me At The Dock

40" x 30" Oil on Gallery Wrap Canvas

Contemporary Oil Painting

The first color I pulled out of the drawer was blue...that was what was on my mind.  After spending a month Up North, I had soaked up and observed the wonderful blues of the lakes, streams and skies.  I started mixing my cobalts, prussians, ultra marines and greys.  And found myself painting a dock with several boats pulled up.  I used a wide flat brush, and my strokes are strong and angular without alot of blending.  The dock has layers of greys, lavenders and earthy browns painted for the planks.  The water fades into the sky, with the boats pulled up in an unorganized fashion.  This was my first painting once we got back from Michigan.  It's good to be home.  Thanks for looking at my blog....Kay Wyne

Colors of Stonehenge - Sold!

Colors of Stonehenge

4" x 4" Oil on Panel

Contemporary Floral Painting
SOLD

This small floral painting was inspired by the beautiful colors at Stonehenge Gardens and Gifts  in northern Michigan last summer.  It was so much fun to visit the gardens, then go back to the cottage and paint what I saw at my easel.  This little painting is sold, and looking at it makes me want to return!  Owners Cindy and Paul have a beautiful shop and gardens....thank you for making the sale!  Thanks for looking at my blog.  Kay

Stonehenge Birdhouse

Stonehenge Birdhouse

4" x 4" Oil on Panel

Contemporary Oil Painting

Perched on a branch, this little birdhouse was surrounded by beautiful flowers in the garden.  I wanted to capture the colors in the Stonehenge Gardens in East Jordan, Michigan.  More Up North paintings to come.....Thanks for viewing...Kay

Fresh Pick by Kay Wyne

Fresh Pick

4" x 4" Oil on Panel

Contemporary Floral Abstract

Thanks to Susan for the fresh cut flower straight out of the cottage garden.  I painted this small floral on the front porch overlooking the lake.  It was a lovely day and painting with friends made it even better.  This tiny little panel can be framed or propped up on an easel.  Contact Cindy at Stonehenge Gardens and Gifts for more information on this painting.  Thanks, Kay