02/13/2008 15:37:15

Your use of color is bouncing off the walls!  Nice.

02/12/2008 08:44:12

Great use of color!  I definitely understand being inspired by New England landscapes, and your work shows it.  Thanks for comments at my page, too.

02/11/2008 20:36:22

The capitalist always speaks it's mind doesn't it? Only one way to fix that...get out that paint brush.

You're in luck - partly sunny and low 80's in Tampa on Saturday. That should warm you up well enough. Enjoy!

02/11/2008 15:24:14

Thanks for the comment on my work. Funny you mention my wide range...I've been struggling for quite some time trying to figure out what my title is/should be and wasted a lot of time not doing anything in the process and developed a severe case of artist's block. Not wanting to waste any more time, I have come and to the conclusion that I don't have a title right now and that is ok. I'll just keep doing whatever comes out and see where it takes me. If a title evolves, then great, I'll finally be able to call my work something specific. If not, great again, I'll just be a chameleon. It definitely keeps things interesting. I don't market my work at shows or galleries so I don't have to worry about how I look in the public's eyes. And I'm able to go just about any direction a customer would want. It's not a bad position to be in : ) 

Your work is great - I especially like Valley. See you around!

02/11/2008 11:32:24

hello...thanks for noticing my work. i've looked at yours before and really liked the Franz Marc like piece, REd Bull, Yellow Cow. i love your use of angles, distortion of shape, line, change of points of view.  Artland Field is another one i like.  yes, i know Wolf Kahn's work and have heard the comparison before.  (i've always painted this way)  the piece you liked is 12 x 18 (raymar panel).  our work would look good together in a show ....maybe we can do that someday.

mary ann

02/11/2008 09:04:00

Thanks!

Normally yes, you would need a plate for each color.  In the 50's Picasso came up with a way where you just use one plate and cut away after each run through the press.

Eric

02/11/2008 08:13:43

Good point about checks and liability - your should write a blog.  Love the newest paint of the trees reflecting in the water.

02/11/2008 07:59:56

About the scam I wrote of in the blogs:  I did eMail and say that I did not ship to South Africa (would need a London address), I would only accept a check for the amount of sale and would hold the painting until the check was cleared.  They did not answer me.  However, the dummies contacted me again with the same proposal using a different name.  I sent them the same answer and have not received a reply.  Got to be on your toes.

02/11/2008 07:54:58

To answer your poll: When it comes to approaching a gallery, I have to visit the gallery as a looker and see the type of art they represent (will mine work with what they already have), is the sales staff professional and know their inventory, what kind of traffic comes in and does the gallery have a good location.  After that, I can call to find out who views new applicants and ask for an appointment.  I have been there so I can continue with confidence.  If they are open for an appointment, I dress professionaly, arrive on time and present a well compiled portfolio with a couple small originals.  I am sure to have copies that I can leave with them and business contact information.  Be a business person and don't waste their time or yours.     me

02/11/2008 05:24:58

Hi Greg. Being the early riser that I am. it is my favorite part of the day. The water in my tibetan landscape painting does need some life and although I was working off a photo I am going to do what feels right rather than what is actually in the photo. Funny, I revisited your webpage on this site because the links you inserted in the note to me did not work and I remembered last time I visited your page I was caught by your location because Chester, Vt. is one of my all time favorite places (one town away from you). I have painted the Williams River, painted the fields and mountains near the river, and even have a few of my paintings in a cute little gallery/shop by the name of Serenity Now in Chester. I also have met a few artists that have studios in the Wollen Mill from doing the Paradise City shows. Small world.

Your paintings are wonderfully refreshing.

Robin