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"Portal" acrylic painting by Sharon Schrama from show at Richardson Gallery December 10 through January 12, 2011

2010-12-16T06:32:00.000-08:00

This piece measures 48 x 96"

"Costa Rica Study" and "Birdbath" painting and ceramic work by Sharon Schrama

2010-12-16T06:19:00.000-08:00

"Fractured" and "Emerald Pool" by Sharon Schrama

2010-12-16T06:16:00.000-08:00

Sharon is also an experienced sculptor/ceramicist. "Fractured" won Best in Show 3D at the annual Eastern Shore Art League members show.

"Fractured" and "Emerald Pool" by Sharon Schrama, another view

2010-12-16T06:11:00.000-08:00

Cycad

2010-12-04T10:40:00.000-08:00

Acrylic painting by Sharon Schrama approx. 72" x 48"

Virginia Creeper

2010-12-04T09:55:00.000-08:00

Acrylic painting by Sharon Schrama approx 72" x 48"

The Problem with knowing What's Real

2010-12-04T09:47:00.000-08:00

Acrylic painting by Scharon Schrama approx. 60" x 72"

Beachin' it

2010-08-05T07:46:00.000-07:00

Danger - No Swimming

2010-08-05T07:44:00.001-07:00

Sunflowers, Not a beach scene. 36 x 36"

2010-08-05T07:38:00.000-07:00

Fishing at Assateague

2010-08-05T07:35:00.001-07:00

Queen Sound morning

2010-08-05T07:30:00.001-07:00

Overcast at the beach

2010-08-05T07:29:00.001-07:00

On the beach at Assateague 16 x 20" Sold

2010-08-05T07:28:00.000-07:00

Helen Bongiovanni at Richardson Gallery in Onancock VA July 9 to August 10

2010-07-08T12:15:00.000-07:00

Road Not Taken - oil painting by Helen Bongiovanni

Helens' paintings will be on display in the gallery for a month thru July into August. You are invited to the reception in the gallery from 5 to 8 PM on the 9th of July.

2010-07-08T12:11:00.000-07:00

Crabhouse series III with basket - construction by Helen Bongiovanni

2010-07-08T12:09:00.001-07:00

Crabhouse series IV Chair - Construction by Helen Bongiovanni

2010-07-08T12:07:00.001-07:00

New Mexico Entrada I oil painting by Helen Bongiovanni

2010-07-08T12:06:00.001-07:00

New Mexico Entrada II oil painting by Helen Bongiovanni

2010-07-08T12:05:00.000-07:00

Sacred Path oil painting by Helen Bongiovanni

2010-07-08T12:03:00.001-07:00

Mudflats by Helen Bongiovanni

2010-07-08T12:02:00.001-07:00

Moonsong - a construcion with oil and mixed medium by Helen Bongiovanni

2010-07-08T12:01:00.001-07:00

Interlude a diptych by Helen Bongiovanni

2010-07-08T11:59:00.001-07:00

Chesapeake Sunset by Helen Bongiovanni

2010-07-08T11:58:00.001-07:00

Cora's Crabhouse by Helen Bongiovanni

2010-07-08T11:57:00.001-07:00

Coastal Variations by Helen Bongiovanni

2010-07-08T11:56:00.001-07:00

Adrift by Helen Bongiovanni

William Carpenter Paintings at Richardson Gallery in Onancock, VA

2010-07-08T11:50:00.000-07:00

June 11 to July 7th William Carpenter has had his work on display in the gallery at 24 King Street in Onancock VA. There are several left at this time so if you have interest please call or stop in. Gallery hours are Wed - Sat 12 to 4 and Sun 11 to 3 PM.

2010-07-08T11:46:00.000-07:00

"A time to fish a time to fly" oil paintig by William Carpenter

2010-07-08T11:42:00.000-07:00

Workboat in Oyster Marsh oil painting by William Carpenter

2010-07-08T11:40:00.000-07:00

Irrigator oil painting by William Carpenter

2010-07-08T11:38:00.000-07:00

Persimmons and Cattails - paintings by William Carpenter on view at Richardson Gallery

Krim Djennas paintings

2010-06-01T11:45:00.000-07:00

Krim Djennas paintings

2010-06-01T11:43:00.001-07:00

Krim Djennas paintings

2010-06-01T11:41:00.001-07:00

2010-06-01T11:33:00.001-07:00

Featured artist Krim Djennas

2010-06-01T11:09:00.000-07:00

Krim Djennas presented a show of recent paintings at Richardson Gallery in May, with the reception on Second Friday, May 14th. There was much interest in the new work and one painting has been spoken for.

Richardson Gallery in Onancock VA

2010-06-01T10:38:00.000-07:00

Richardson Gallery in Onancock, 24 King Street, Onancock VA 23417 was conceived after using the location as a studio, where the main gallery served at one time as my studio. Today a number of artists are represented and are presented with openings held on the Second Friday of each month. Opening receptions are from 5 to 8pm in collaboration with the rest of the town featuring special hours and venues for the event. Come join us anytime. If you are making a special trip be sure to call beforehand, 757-789-3151, to make an appointment as my schedule, while regular, does have its variations.

2009-12-06T11:04:00.000-08:00

View of Onancock Creeks central branch from near the Ames Street bridge. See if you can find the kayaker who just would not be still. SOLD

2009-12-06T10:53:00.000-08:00

There's something very spiritual about this piece of woods. A friend came by with paintings he had done of an adjacent path and an image of the National Cathederal with the elevated arches and similar lofty evocations. This is the second painting I have done in this location. SOLD

2009-12-06T10:46:00.000-08:00

Walter and Waltons', retail fine furnishings, here in Onancock, is sporting a new coat of paint and the color is dazzling. Couple that color with the fine display of Crape Myrtle and it's a painters paradise. 14 x 18" oil on linen. SOLD

2009-12-06T10:37:00.001-08:00

2009-12-06T10:34:00.000-08:00

Burtons' Shore south view 30 x 36" oil on linen. This was my favorite painting spot a number of years ago and I returned here with my Fall Workshop group. Several small paintings were done here which led to this and the above piece which were worked-up in the studio. Initially the intent was to start an underpainting in the studio and finish the piece on location, but, in the interim a Nor'easter blew in and tore the place apart. Nature will heal herself but the scene will be different.

2009-12-06T10:08:00.000-08:00

Terwilligers" Gut 12 x 16" oil on linen - this started as a demonstration piece for a workshop I was conducting this past fall. When the students left I returned to complete the painting.

2009-12-06T10:04:00.001-08:00

Jeffs' Hideout 14 x 18" oil on linen. SOLD

2009-12-06T10:02:00.000-08:00

Mid-morning in Kates' garden. 36 x 28" oil on linen

2009-11-14T13:28:00.000-08:00

Below are images of the work of Barbara J. Hart

2009-11-14T13:27:00.002-08:00

2009-11-14T13:27:00.001-08:00

2009-11-14T13:21:00.000-08:00

Barbara J. Hart had an opening reception on Friday the 13th, and what a way to start a show, preceeded by about 4 days of pouring rain and howling wind. Nevertheless there were hearty souls who ventured out to see the art. Here are several images of the show for you to enjoy. The show remains in the gallery until December 5th. So, if you haven't seen these wonderful images in person, drop by regular gallery hours.

2009-10-22T12:49:00.000-07:00

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

2009-10-22T12:48:00.000-07:00

2009-10-22T12:47:00.000-07:00

2009-10-22T12:45:00.000-07:00

2009-10-22T12:40:00.000-07:00

Tulip Still Life 24 x 20 oil on linen

2009-07-30T08:57:00.000-07:00

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

2009-07-30T08:51:00.000-07:00

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.

Summer Colors 20 x 24" oil on linen Sold

2009-07-30T08:04:00.000-07:00

Sometimes the painter goes far afield in search of subject matter but other times the motive is just across the street. My neighbor has cultivated a very thoughtful garden and the combination of colors is captivating. It also makes a nice subject for painting. I especially enjoyed the mysterious darks and subtlety within.

View from Cokesbury 16 x 20" oil on linen Sold

2009-07-09T16:29:00.001-07:00

Last year I painted this location and had numerous requests to purchase it. Over the winter I attempted to replicate the original but I really like being there while I paint. Recently the light and weather were in sync so I took my winters' labor to the sight and made another painting out of it. Of course the gravel in the background is not bluestone but yellow peastone, the boats from last year are different, and well, it's a new painting. If Mary from Princess Anne doesn't buy it, it will be up for grabs.

Sterret Gardens 16 x 20 oil on linen

2009-07-09T16:20:00.000-07:00

The Sterrets, in Belle Haven, VA., are famous for their daylilies, having over 1200 varieties. They bloom over a period of maybe 6 weeks and visiting over several days to make this painting I could observe as some faded and others came into their full glory.

Harborton from Rose Cottage 20 x 24" Oil on linen

2009-06-07T10:03:00.000-07:00

The real impetus for this painting is still in the works. I spotted the work boats tied to the end of the pier on the far left side, out of the painting. The light was glowing on the boats and I just had to paint them. By the time I set-up the easel clouds had moved in and the motive was gone. Happily this scene caught my eye, an overcast day in Harborton, VA. Of course, by the time I finished it the roses had come and gone, what with waiting on subsequent overcast days, one of the disciplines of painting on location.

Hunting Creek South 30 x 40" Oil on linen Sold

2009-06-07T09:55:00.000-07:00

I've always been fascinated with woodland streams, possible harking back to my boyhood days frolicking in the woods of Maryland where I grew up. While I was working on this painting a pair of water snakes glided out of the rocks, he was smoking a cigarette, ah, nature. Skinks were scurrying over the bridge and by the time the commotion of my arrival settled down the raucous conversations of birds took over any thoughts of music going through my head. Glorious mother nature.

A Goodnight Kiss sold

2009-02-06T14:58:00.001-08:00

Sometimes the drama of dusk just begs to be captured and this scene is an attempt at just that. There are many nuances of tone and color and the object of this painting is to capture the inherent feeling of the scene, not necessarily every detail. The painting measures 30 x 36" and is mounted in an understated black frame. Call for details.

VIMS, morning in Wachapreague. sold

2009-02-06T14:48:00.000-08:00

You'll find several other versions of this scene on this blogspot. The others were done on location, leading to this creation done in the studio. It measures 24 x 30" and show Wachapreague creek looking north at one of the Virginia Institute of Marine Sciences waterfront stations. The feeling at this spot is of being on the edge of the continent with the barrier islands on the right, navigated through many serpentine swithcbacks through the salt marsh.

Upper middle branch

2008-11-22T10:19:00.000-08:00

This is the largest piece I have completed on location to date measuring 36 x 30". Currently it's at the members exhibition at Salmagundi Club in New York.

Sunrise - Wachapreague 8 x 10 oil on linen sold

2008-10-10T08:32:00.000-07:00

Early morning mist hides the sun from the beginning of the day. This is a late summer impression and, I think, captures the simplicity of the scene.

VIMS at Wachapreague sold

2008-10-10T08:27:00.000-07:00

On the seaside, at Wachapreague, Virginia Institute for Marine Sciences has this outpost. I like to paint in the early morning and this scene is a typical encounter in these parts.

Sunflowers and eucalyptus. 11 x 14" oil on canvas

2008-10-10T08:24:00.000-07:00

Sunflowers and eucalyptus. This was started as a demonstration piece for a workshop I was conducting at my studio and finished shortly thereafter.

Onancock morning October

2008-10-07T10:46:00.000-07:00

The earliest of the Paint Onancock plein air pieces
done about 6 am. The fleeting light made it difficult
to capture the true feeling of the sidewalk in the
foreground. I will work on it and show a revised
edition soon.

Dans view sold

2008-10-07T10:41:00.000-07:00

This is a 10 am view of Onancock wharf seen from my friend Dans' dock as part of the Paint Onancock event. Rogers' boat is the ketch on the left. This is another milestone for me in capturing the essence of the scene without being too literal.

Sturgis farm morning

2008-09-19T12:47:00.000-07:00

Late beans are coming on after the second planting due to the failure of the first planting for lack of rain. We have had plenty of rain since and these new beans are looking good. They must be good because the deer have been taking their share.

18 x 24 oil on linen

Evening Light sold

2008-09-17T09:35:00.001-07:00

Workboats at the wharf in Onancock bathed in evening light.

Port Scarborough (Onancock)

2008-09-17T09:32:00.000-07:00

Onancock is still a working waterfront port, as it has been since the 17th century.

Sturgis Farm evening sold

2008-09-17T07:48:00.000-07:00

Again, it is the captivating light which drew me to this scene. The foreground was a challenge but over a period of several weeks, with the growth of the beans, interest became discernable as an element of design.

VIMS at Wachapreague sold

2008-09-17T07:42:00.000-07:00

Virginia Institute of Marine Sciences has an outpost in Wachapreague and this is one of their laboratories (I think) seen from the public wharf. The paintings below were all done from the same spot on different days with different approaches. This is a little painting 5 x 7" and is gorgeous in a black frame.

Wachapreague wharf 4, 3, 2, 1

2008-09-17T07:33:00.000-07:00

Lillies - plein air

2008-09-17T07:26:00.001-07:00

This is the Waterlilly painting done on location over about 4 days. It's11 x 14" oil on linen. See below for more comments.

Lilies-studio version sold

2008-09-17T07:19:00.000-07:00

Dark water with light green plates floating on top. What a subject. This was done from a digital image which I intended to use for an underpainting to be finished in the field. However, while working in the studio on a grisaille we had terrible rain storms for several days which submerged and tattered the pads. So, the painting had to be finished in the studio. The good part is that several weeks later I returned to the spot and found a group in good shape and did a painting on location which precedes this image on the Blogspot.

Wises' Point Morning sold

2008-09-17T07:16:00.000-07:00

A friend asked me to make a painting of this spot as a gift . Somehow it has an Alpine/nautical feeling about it. It just fell out of the brush like it is in one shot. A rare keeper.

Kates' Garden sold

2008-09-17T07:13:00.000-07:00

The colors and composition interested me and I tried for brilliant color coming out of deep darks. and textural changes.

Blue pitcher

2008-09-17T07:04:00.000-07:00

My Friday afternoon group keeps me painting still-life. Beside the studio is a small driveway which I have turned into a sort of outdoor studio which lets us paint still-life "en plein air". It's a wonderful experience. These flowers were brought by Carole from her garden. I enjoyed the play of light on the table and the background trellis adds an interesting element.

Bottles

2008-09-17T07:00:00.000-07:00

I think it was W.C. Fields who said "---I'd rather have a bottle in front of me than a frontal lobotomy" Here is a painting that proves the point. I was interested in the mystery of light and juxtaposition of the placement of the bottles. Not to mention the color complexities.

Thomas

2008-04-27T10:55:00.000-07:00

Here's my oldest son Tom sitting in front of a painting of the farm where he was born.

Bobby

2008-04-27T10:51:00.000-07:00

At Christmas 2007 I painted portraits of my 2 sons for my wife.
Here is the youngest son in his Mowhawk.

Snow Hill glowing Photinia

2008-04-27T10:48:00.000-07:00

Here's another painting created at Snow Hill during the paint-out. 70 painters gathered in this small historic town.

Spring Spirit sold

2008-04-27T10:42:00.000-07:00

Christie

2008-04-27T10:36:00.000-07:00

This young woman was available at the Snow Hill event to sit for a portrait. There were four other painters who took advantage of her unmoving visage. It was a wonderful opportunity to paint the figure in the landscape. We started around 10am and finished around 2pm. Of course the light changed dramatically but that's to be expected when painting outdoors.

Kayak Trail

2008-04-27T10:34:00.000-07:00

Hometown Sweetness

2008-04-27T10:28:00.000-07:00

Painted during the Paint Snow Hill event, this painting was recently donated to an area vet at an event where local VFW members were taken to Washington DC to see the memorial to veterans of foreign wars. I thought the scene was a poetic tribute our country.

2007-11-18T09:27:00.000-08:00

This was a fun painting to make due to the extreme proportions and subject matter. It was the first painting where I used acrylic as an underpainting medium and developed quickly

2007-11-18T09:16:00.000-08:00

This is the second painting I created with acrylic underpainting and oil over top. Using the acrylic lets me set the drawing very quickly and develop the darks. The nuanced finished layers are done in oil.

Godspeed at Onancock wharf.

2007-09-26T14:19:00.000-07:00

When the ship Godspeed came to town to recreate the route of the John Smith expedition. I couldn't resist the oportunity to paint her.

Crape myrtle 10 x 8" oil on canvas.

2007-09-26T14:17:00.000-07:00

Sketch done at the Cape Charles event.

Sunset at Chincoteague 8 x 10 oil on canvas

2007-09-26T14:15:00.000-07:00

This was done as part of the Chincoteague plein aire event.

Cape Charles workboats 12 x 16" oil on linen

2007-09-26T14:12:00.000-07:00

In the evening the sunlight on these fishing boats was irresistable.

South of Bellvue

2007-09-26T11:49:00.000-07:00

I liked the light coming through the woods and crossing the road. 12 x 16" oil on linen

Marsh Point Farm in the morning

2007-09-26T11:14:00.000-07:00

Sunlight streaming over the marsh grass makes this spot one of my favorites. 10 x 20" oil on canvas.

Horse with zinnias

2007-09-26T11:11:00.001-07:00

Sometimes it's nice to have a subject that doesn't move. I enjoyed working-up the intensity of the color. 24 x 18" oil on linen.

Burtons Bay Spring

2007-09-26T11:08:00.000-07:00

Overlooking Burtons' Bay in the spring the colors were crisp and clear. 10 x 20" oil on linen.

Interior pond view.

2007-09-26T11:05:00.001-07:00

This quiet spot is on the other side of the irrigation pond, in the woods. 16 x 12" oil on linen.