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Mute Swan II

Mute Swan II: a detailed study of a Swan on Kalamazoo River
10" x 8" (25.4cm x 20.3cm) acrylic on hand primed board unframed $325 with free shipping in USA and Canada. Email for small shipping charge elsewhere.
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This is a larger, more studied painting of a Swan spotted on Kalamazoo River near Concord, Michigan. I’ve taken some time to study the form and habitat of the Mute Swan. Some say they are very aggressive and act as intruders to other waterfowl. I’ve been observing these birds here and haven’t observed this type of behavior.

Here, I’ve tried to capture the texture of water and bird, the mood of the river and was focused on the feel, smell, and sense of this particular time and space.

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Mute Swan

Mute Swan
Size: 5 in. X 7 in. (12.7 cm X 17.8 cm) acrylic on hand primed board unframed $125
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The Mute Swan was originally a native of northern and central Eurasia, but has now established breeding areas in many North American locations including some in Michigan. This is a Swan I saw near Concord, Michigan. While this painting is sold, I'll be working on another of the drake of this pair in a future blog so keep watching.

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Goldfinch Pair in Peak Color

Goldfinch Pair in Peak Color
7” x 5” (17.8cm x 12.7cm) acrylic on hand primed board unframed $125 with free shipping in USA and Canada.


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This is one of several pairs of Goldfinches in our backyard. This time of year, just like spring flowers, the finches are in their finest colors. In winter they become a drab color but during mating season the male becomes bright yellow as you see here.

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Green Apple Quartet

Green Apple Quartet
5" x 10" (12.7 cm X 25.4 cm) acrylic on hand primed board unframed $175 with free shipping in US and Canada.
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This is a reposting of an earlier images still available. This painting was done from a single apple, just painting it in different positions to create the composition on the mantel. The procession of the four apples across the ledge while still getting the light right demanded a careful study of the light in the actual room and the shadow effects of one apple on another.


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Waiting Boats

Waiting Boats
Size: 5 in. X 7 in. (12.7 cm X 17.8 cm) acrylic on hand primed board unframed $125
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I've taken a break from posting for a while but am now back working in the studio. These boats suggested opposites or contrasts that set up an interesting composition of shapes and colors. Refelctions always interest me as do the textures and light seen in this view.

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Pears Ready for Picking

Pears Ready for Picking
8 in. X 6 in. (20.3 cm X 15.2 cm) acrylic on canvas unframed $170
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This is an update of an earlier painting. I repainted the color of the pears and focused the light in a new way. From time to time I'll do a series on canvas rather than board for variety.

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Disney ABC Blocks

Disney® ABC Blocks
Size: 5 in. X 7 in. (12.7 cm X 17.8 cm) acrylic on hand primed board unframed $125
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The architect Frank Lloyd Wright talked about the value of his childhood Froebel Blocks that influence his sensitivity in designing houses. He reportedly said the Froebel blocks “are in my fingers to this day”. Children’s blocks tell a story about a pet, birthday, house or many other events and objects. The Disney blocks also featured many Disney characters that children from the 1930’s to the present identify with. In addition to all this they are a great way to help children learn the alphabet. They were a great influence on growth and development of many children. While painting them, I’m particularly interested in the colors, shapes, images and textures of these antique objects. They are a great addition to any child’s room or play area.

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Native American Icon: American Buffalo

Native American Icon: American Buffalo
10" x 8" (25.4cm x 20.3cm) acrylic on hand primed board unframed $325 with free shipping in USA and Canada. Email for small shipping charge elsewhere.

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While attempting to photograph a herd of bison, I was offered a ride in a truck to get closer to the animals. Finding myself bouncing around the back of a pickup truck while taking photos of these massive animals was a bit unnerving when the large bull decided to follow the truck as if he wanted to chase it, especially since the pickup driver said he’d seen these animals jump over a five foot fence when they didn’t want to be restricted. Maybe in a future painting I’ll attempt a view of the bull in defensive or attack mode. This one is a more classic view of this great bull and cow. They can grow to 2,000 lbs and 6.6 feet high. I hope the painting conveys a feeling of the massive size and shape of these beautiful animals.

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Emerald Pond

Emerald Pond
Size: 5 in. X 7 in. (12.7 cm X 17.8 cm) acrylic on hand primed board unframed
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This was painted in China during the summer of 2008. I often could not post while in China because the government tightly monitors blogs so it was not posted until I returned to USA. It was painted in southeast China then included in my Hillsdale College show in February/March, so I'm reposting it now for you to see.

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Berry Picking

Berry Picking
5” x 7” (12.7cm x 17.8cm) acrylic on hand primed board unframed $125 with free shipping in USA and Canada.
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Berry picking is an age old tradition in families of the past. Some still remember these family outings and some still do it today. This painting is one posted in 2007 and is back from a show, so I'm making it available here for sale once more.

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