Artist, Author, Television Host, Producer, and Songwriter.
I was recently commissioned to paint an abstract landscape and I’m excited to get started on it. And that recent commission reminded me of the very first abstract landscapes I ever painted, Santa Rosa Valley. The active foreground is an interesting contrast to he peaceful background. (An apt echo of my life at the time.…
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She’s come undone She didn’t know what she was headed for And when I found what she was headed for Mama, it was too late The Guess Who The title of this painting was inspired by the Guess Who song lyrics , but unlike the song, it’s not too late for her. This painting is…
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Well I finished my very controlled portrait commission yesterday, so today I thought I’d let loose on this palette knife piece. I adjusted the features once again, and started to soften some of the edges between the face and the background. When I’m done, I hope it looks like she is busting loose from the…
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One of my earlier painting instructors said to me, “You are the type of person that thinks if a little bit is good, a lot is better.” While that doesn’t hold true all of the time, I must admit she’s right when it comes to painting series and sampling chocolate. Open Open Open Green…
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I loved the way the colors reflected in this corkscrew and I just had to paint it! Open Open Open Red Oil on Canvas 24″ x30 Click here to see beautiful prints and cards
This is an oldie but goodie! These two were playing with strawberries in my back yard. They not only inspired a painting, they inspired a short story. Hmmm I need to revisit the writing and release it. The original was donated to the YMCA of San Benito County. The Strawberry Kings Oil on Canvas 30″…
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I love the rich romance of urns. They are beautiful in and of themselves and carry more than goods. They carry mystery. The fall colors reminded me of my own urn series, painted at the suggestion of a former agent. It was a great idea and I truly enjoyed the series. The originals are…
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This painting evolved quietly over time. To read about the progression, please click here. Cafe au Lait Oil on Canvas 30″ x 24″ $2500 To collect the original click here. To see the beautiful canvas and paper print as well as card options, click here.
I’m grinning.I’ll admit, the painting got it’s name simply because I was listening to Santana when I painted Jack’s portrait. Santana Jack Oil on Canvas 30″ x 24″ To see print options, please click here.
Irene is a kind, loving, and very passionate soul. She is a force of nature and I was honored to paint her portrait. Irene Oil on Canvas 36″ x 36″
Eric Dietz’s colorful display of golf shoes, towels and hats, were the perfect subject for a a still life. Always Options Oil on Canvas 48″ x 24″ To view lots of giclee and print options click here
Jodie Marshall has always been a kind champion of my work and I played my first round of golf with this incredibly patient lady. Later she agreed to model for a series of paintings. Straight Shot Oil on Canvas 48″ x 36″ To see beautiful giclee and print options, click here
Old Soul is one of my rare watercolors. The reference photo was an old black and white photo of my mother. Posting it here
Update 1/8/11 We won! Thank you so much for your vote and support! I am soooo excited! F1rst Fest 01 honors those
New to First Fridays? Here's the description from the Hollister Downtown Association's website: "On the first Friday of each
Leslie David filmed the opening reception at Blak Sage Gallery, and created a wonderful short video about the Open Studio
It was a day of starts and a day of finishes, and nothing in between. Larry Paddy and Maeve are finally complete. Yeah I
Wow what an incredibly creative and lively class at Southside School this week! The students have only a few weeks to go
Joe's Lane seems to be a place of healing for many people, myself included. Enjoy~ Lyrics Joe's Lane
I am so excited about the debut of our first music CD collaboration, Virtually Possible! The proof arrived
It's that time of year again, when the artists of San Benito County share their heartwork with the public! Please save
Some milestone events happen without warning and change your life forever. Others you can see coming a mile away. And you
Monkey Made of Sockies has had his portrait painted twice with the guitar. It may very well be his favorite instrument to
Special thanks go out to Jenn Ostenson and the Cerra Vista PTO for booking me for an Author Visit last month. It
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