Tuesday, March 27, 2012

"180 King St."

5" x 6"
Oil on panel

This painting was very satisfying. The colors came together easily. It seemed like the paint just tumbled right off of the brush onto the painting. Doesn't happen like that very often...wish it did!

This little house, once again, sits only a block from my house. My wife, daughter and I were on a walk the other day just as the golden hour was fading. And this little setting was cast with just the right light to make the house glow. I also like how the shrubbery frames in the house a bit.

Saturday, March 24, 2012

"Green House"

5" x 5"
Oil on panel

"Bake Shop"

5" x 5"
Oil on panel

If you're from Winona or the surrounding area you know about Bloedow's. This is the best little bake shop around. It's been a Winona institution since 1924. It's so popular that if you don't get up before the sun is up on Saturdays you probably won't get the donut you want. And if you get there mid-morning you just might not get any at all! 

Tuesday, March 20, 2012

"House I"

5" x 5"
Oil on panel
Winona, MN

I love all the shadows the eaves and dormers and peaks cast all over this house. Great moment just as the light was fading from the day. 

Monday, March 19, 2012

"Bub's"

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5" x 6"
Oil on panel

Bub's is a local bar and grill. Great burgers and atmosphere. And for all of you not from Winona I will be amiss if I didn't mention that Bub's is actually pronounced Boobs. There that should make anyone from Winona happy that I pointed that out :)

"Sugar Loaf Motel"

5" x 5"
Oil on panel

Monday, March 12, 2012

"Up and Away"

5" x 5"
Oil painting on hardboard panel

I really focused on injecting a bit more color into this little painting. I've been painting really shadowy brick buildings lately and they are mostly brown/black with grey skies. This one is more uplifting and cheery. Kinda like the weather outside this week! Come on spring!