Horizon Series: Acrylic 1 & 2

Today's posting are two 12" x 12" masonite panels, and a part of my Horizon Series. Acrylic paints were used with the palette knife. I paint in oils all the time, so I felt like I was experimenting with the acrylic paints since it had been years....like thirty some years since I had painted with acrylics. The paint dried so fast, and I had forgotten that acrylics just don't have the mixing characteristics that oils do. I couldn't get back to my oils fast enough...I like the rich look of oils, although these abstract were dry immediately. These pieces would be handsome framed in a simple, contemporary frame. Please contact me if you are interested in purchasing any of my art.

Quick Study Nest

Today's posting is a small 12" x 12" painting on masonite panel. I have decided that the masonite has a smooth, almost too slick surface for painting, and that I like canvas much better. It is easier to get some details on canvas. But, I will probably paint on masonite again. This is one of my nest paintings. I like the turquoise and soft baby blue in the eggs. I purposely painted this very fast and loose. I started a new landscape yesterday in the studio, and moved my stuff around in the studio because there was a leak in the roof. It rained in Dallas last night, so I am glad that my paintings, easel and supplies were moved. I hope to go to the studio early today...