This time I tried to emulate the very stylized and colorful style of Egon Schiele. He often elongates the limbs and hands of his subjects. I don't feel as if this portrait was quite as successful at evoking his style.

A series of Self Portraits in the style of my favorite artist throughout history. This project has been on my radar for awhile now and I am excited to begin with Evan Uglow, British 1932-2000. This often overlooked brilliant artist was never into exhibiting his work. His style is classical and he rigidly controlled his model. A grid pattern is often visible in his finished portraits.

This 8 x 6 floral in oil represents a breakthrough for me. The Purple Iris painting captures the essence of  the flower in paint.

I attended a workshop with Stanley Bielen. These three florals were painted during the workshop and signal a new direction for my painting. Looser and more intuitive.

I am having lots of fun painting strawberries for the Chelsea art fair in June.

Spring seems far away in January! inspired to paint some flowers..once again on the 6x6 panel

The yellow cup was difficult...so much yellow! I had to grey it down quite a bit. 6x6 oil on panel

I love the purple cherries with the green background. 6x6 oil on panel