Nude #372- 12"x18"- watercolor, gouache, pastel, graphite on paper

This nude was painted during a 25 minute pose, on handprinted paper.

$100.

Nude #371 - 12"x12" - watercolor, gouache, pastel + graphite on paper

This simple nude is from a 5 minute pose.
$100.

Nude #370 - watercolor, gouache, pastel, graphite on cardboard

I painted this nude on a collaged surface that was then coated with an absorbent ground treatment.
$100.

Nude #368- 12"x16"- watercolor, gouache, pastel, graphite + gold leaf on paper

From a 15 minute pose, painted on top of printed paper, with gold leaf added for embellishment.

$100.

Nude #367 - 12"x16"- watercolor, gouache, pastel, graphite, gold leaf on paper

This 15 minute pose is painted on top of previously printed paper using stencils and gelatin mono-printing technique. I added the gold leaf last.
$100.

Nude #366- 12"x16"- watercolor, gouache, pastel + graphite on paper

Just enough + not too much- hard to achieve.

$100.

Nude #365 - 12"x18"- watercolor, gouache, pastel + graphite on paper

SOLD
I painted this nude on top of paper that I previously printed with my stenciled patterns. The effect is different than the usual way that I stencil pattern after doing the figure painting.

Nude #364- 23.5"x36"-watercolor, gouache, pastel + graphite on blueprint paper

Here is another painting of a nude on architectural blueprints. I find perfection in the accidental layout of the underlaying blueprint. At a distance the small drafting lines create a tableau on which she rests her chin and arm. This is a very satisfying way for me to work when the happenstance results are so aligned.


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Nude #363- 23.5"x36" - watercolor, gouache, pastel + graphite on blueprint paper

I painted this tonight on an architectural blueprint paper. I like the underprinting and random design that is introduced. It gives it texture and makes you want to look closer.


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Spring Flower postcard series-Lilac - 8"x10"- watercolor on decorative matte

"Lilac" is part of the Spring Flower postcard series that I am creating unique handmade mattes for. The painting has a floating mount which is on an ikat print, painted on the matte.
$100.

Red Tulip on stencil matte- 8"x10"- watercolor + acrylic

This is a new series I am working on where I am combining a series of spring flowers and handmade mattes. I will be creating unique combinations for each work. Check out yesterday's painting where I updated the photo showing the new matte.

Below I have tried to show the side view of this painting which is floating above the matte. Click on image to enlarge for details. These works can be hung with or without a frame.

$100.

Spring WIldflower postcard - 4"x7" - watercolor

This wildflower is growing all around me where I live but I don't know what it's called.
I have reposted this painting set on a new collaged matte. I am working on creating unique mattes for a series of Spring flower paintings. I am interested in a noticeable handmade quality and a more personal touch to these works. I am influenced by whimsical folkloric works that are embroidered and embellished with various materials. This matte is collaged with metallic paper, handprinted paper, glitter and masking tape.
$100.

Nude #362 - 9"x12" - watercolor, gouache, pastel + graphite on cardboard

This nude is inspired by a vintage photo taken by Guglielmo Marconi, c. 1870. There is a mood from this era that I find mysterious and like to paint.

$100.

Nude #361- 20"x27" - watercolor, gouache, pastel, graphite on paper

$100.
I added an Ikat inspired background, which is a pattern that I am working with in my other career as a designer. I also am playing with color combos and what better place to see my work than on my paintings.

Nude#360- 11"x 15"- watercolor, gouache, pastel, graphite on paper

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This nude was done quite some time ago. She was suspended hanging there on the page and needed some grounding with a bit of pattern and color.

Photosynthesis - 8"x 12.5"- mixed media

This is what I see outside my studio window. Every Spring, as the buds on this tree open before my eyes I indulge in the virgin greens that catch the sunlight. It is so yummy to me - I want to eat it up for lunch, like Popeye eats spinach for his musculs.
This is a monoprint with over painting (as was yesterday's post). I used printing inks and then drew with graphite and added some acrylic. It is printed on rice paper.

$100.

Spring has sprung- 7.5"x12.5" mixed media

HAPPY EARTHDAY!!!!!!!!
Life is springing from black winter branches. Soft shapes and shades of green are fluffy as buds burst. It is my favorite time of year. I savor it as I move through nature each day observing the birth of life in many forms.

$100.

Bathing Beauty #7 (Harriet)- watercolor + gouache

$100.
Harriet strikes the pose and says, "You know how I don't like to have my picture taken, Christopher!"

Bathing Beauty #6 (Esther)- 4"x7" watercolor + gouache

$100.

As Esther adjusts her strap Joey, her boyfriend, hangs ten in the curl.

Bathing Beauty #5 (Jane)- 4"x7" - watercolor

$100.

Jane takes a breather away from the gang, but Dick catches up with her and snaps a shot asking "a penny for your thoughts?" Jane says, "a picture is worth a thousand words..."

Bathing Beauty #4 (Ingrid) -4"x7"- watercolor + gouache on paper

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"Hurry Chip, before I get wet!" -Ingrid poses for her California surfer beau.

Bathing Beauty #3- (Darlene)- 4"x7"- watercolor + gouache on paper

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"Come and get it" as she catches her breath, Darlene teases Cliff.

Nude #360- 12.5"x26"- watercolor, gouache, pastel, graphite on cardboard

$100.

Bathing Beauty #2 (Maxine)- 4"x 7" - watercolor

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"Say cheeze for the camera, sweatheart!", says Trevor to Maxi.

Nude #359 - 19.5"x25.5"- watercolor, gouache, pastel, graphite on paper

$150.

Nude #358- 18"x24"- watercolor, gouache, pastel, graphite on paper

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I am coloring my world around me to suit myself. Red and shocking pink are healing colors for the duldrums of these grey days.

Nude #357- 18"x24" watercolor, gouache, graphite + pastel on paper

This painting is from a 25 minute pose. I like the colors that appeared on the page - it usually is not something I plan when I am trying to get as much fast drawing + painting done in such a squeeze. Then when I get the painting home I consider what the background colors will be based on the nude. Teal and turquoise are appearing in my paintings a lot these days,

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Nude #356 -18"x24"- watercolor, gouache, graphite, pastel on paper

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Nude #355- 12"x16"- watercolor, goauche, pastel, graphite on paper

$100.
Painted from a 15 minute pose.

Bathing Beauty #1 (Astride)- 4.5"x7.5"- watercolor + gouache on paper

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"Anyone for beach ball toss?" Astride is ready to start the season in her red 2 piece. Dean and Trevor are up for it too and make a dash to catch the toss.

Nude #354- watercolor, gouache, pastel, graphite, silver pigment on paper

$200.
Many of my works have a slap-the-paint on and drip'n dry look. It is intentional. It shows the strokes and movement. I like to contrast that with a more thoughtful stencil to hold it together and keep the eye occupied. The silver pigment adds permanence and brings in colors that are reflected. The whole thing in total is pretty grand for 25 minute pose. (the background is added later)

Nude #353 - 19"x25" - watercolor, gouache, graphite on paper

$100.
I am addicted to shocking pink.