WEEK 15- Rose -Oil on Canvas-10"x10"

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The journey of a "Painting a Week" has been kind of like a journal, painting from places I've been or painting as the spirit directs and reflecting on life's highs and lows. This painting "Rose" is dedicated to a man in our community who lost his wife two weeks ago. At the funeral, attendees were asked to bring a rose, I was unable to attend, but felt led to do this painting which will be given to her husband Alan.

In memory of Cathy Paeth, January 20, 1956 - March 29, 2008.

WEEK 14-Lemon and eggs-Oil on Linen-10"x10"

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Thought I would play with a bit of still life. This painting reminds me of a well made caesar salad. The two key ingredients are eggs and lemon. Hope I've made you hungry.

WEEK 13-Nice Hats, Villefranche-Oil on Linen-10"x10"

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This is from the seaside village of Villefranche (Nice). I spent the day there walking around, painting and drinking lattes. Their beach storefronts were very attractive and added to the stroll through the quaint village. I'm calling this "Nice Hats", yes, pun intended.

WEEK 12-Venice in the Morning-Oil on Canvas -10"x10"

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Due to a number of requests, I will paint a few more paintings from our Mediterranean Trip.
This was our second day in Venice, and I got up early and walked through the city. The sky was clear and the angle of the morning sun was creating some great pics. This is fittingly called, Venice in the Morning.

WEEK 11-Rock Ballot-Oil on Canvas-10"x10"

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Rocks have been a popular subject of mine now for about five years. Here's a couple of things to ponder.
Can you imagine a river without rocks? It would be a muddy trough. Can you imagine the sound of a stream or a river if there were no rocks in it? It would sound like a mud slide. For me the visual of rocks conjures up memories of walks along a mountain stream or the roar of a raging river. I'm glad God placed rocks here and there for our pleasure.

WEEK 10-Tucker's Deck-Oil on Canvas-10"x10"

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This is our dog Tucker, his summer's are best enjoyed lounging on our deck. It is easier painting a subject that is close to your heart. Tucker is a special dog.

Some of you have expressed more paintings from our Mediterranean Trip, if your one of them drop me a comment or a email.
I have 42 paintings yet to do, my goal is to paint life experiences, special moments, some experimental pieces, so keep a watch and I love to hear your feedback or your requests.

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WEEK 9-Lavington Creek-Oil on Linen-10" x 10"

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This is a creek by our cabin. I was out there this past week and had a very restful few days to just reflect and think.
As I was going for a morning walk, this scene begged me to paint it.

Forests, lakes, and rivers, clouds and winds, stars and flowers, stupendous glaciers and crystal snowflakes - every form of animate or inanimate existence, leaves its impression upon the soul of man.
Orison Sweet Marden