We spent most of the day on Tuesday and all day Wednesday painting at Burtons Shore. The beach and waterway were magnificent with clear warm weather. The day started at 8:30 and we painted until almost 3:30. In all there were about 15 paintings created at this location, including a number that were done back on the marsh. If you would like to be notified of upcoming workshops send an epmail to jcr3151@verizon.net

Tulip Still Life 24 x 20 oil on linen

On the chillier days of winter the painter turns to interior motivations. Here we have tulips from the gardenArt shop down the street holding still, with the brushes, all set against a large painting in the studio.

Winter Stream 28 x 22" oil on linen

Several days this past winter the days were warm enough to venture out with a good size canvas to play with my paints and create this painting. This is the spot where, several years ago, a family of sea otters visited me while I worked. The greys and colors of near-bud-break create a very inviting atmosphere.