Tuesday, June 11, 2019

Andromeda and Perseus_oil_24X36"_2018


Combination of myth and images from my studio. Maybe the artist is Perseus, rescuing beauty.

Won painting award in Cooperstown National Show 2018

Sunday, June 9, 2019

Life Cycle of the Luna Moth_Oil_24X48"_2018


One of those paintings that evolved over the course of many months. Crucifixion, Yosemite Sequoia, mother and child, Virgin of Guadalupe; and a classical nude are all surrounding the tree of life..

The Luna moth has been a symbol of the resurrection, as seen by the figure in meditation at the base of the great tree.

Monhegan Island Harbor, Maine_Pastel_18X24"


Beautiful Monhegan Island has been a magnet for artists since the 19th Century. I have visited the Island of Rockwell Kent, Jamie Wyeth; and Robert Henri. more than a few times.

My old friend Guy Corriero drew me to the Island just off the coast north of Portland.

Jacob's Ladder_Oil_24X36"_2018



Jacob's Ladder_Another painting connected to the last year of my mother's life.

Angels, cocoons turning into butterflies, falling leaves, milkweed spreading seed in the wind.

La Boheme_Pastel-34X42"_2018


Pastel connected many personal issues during the last 18 months to my art.