Scorching temperatures are predicted for this coming weekend, but you can beat the heat on the splendid Oregon Coast at the Cannon Beach Art Fest. Plein Air and More is a city wide event and all the galleries will be participating with artists all around town and on the beach doing and talking about their art. I will be at the Bronze Coast … [Read more...] about Cannon Beach Arts Fest
Historical Pigments
All That Glitters – Oil on Gold Leaf
It's been a while since doing anything on gold leaf, and it was quite fun to get back into this medium. This technique is really much easier than it seems, and the trick really is not to put very much paint on the surface. Let the gold leaf itself shine and be the star performer. Remember the adage, less is more. I did not put any paint at all in … [Read more...] about All That Glitters – Oil on Gold Leaf
Oil Painters of America First Online Auction
Oil Painters of America's First Online Auction Auction Begins December 4, 2014 Oil Painters of America's First Online Auction is now up and running. Collectors have the opportunity to preview and bid on the highest quality works of art from today's leading fine artists. It is an honor to be part of this event which will commence on … [Read more...] about Oil Painters of America First Online Auction
Randy Higbee 6″ Squared Exhibition and Sale
Randy Higbee Gallery is hosting the fifth annual 6"Squared Exhibition and Sale Through December 31, 2014 See images, exhibit, and purchase information here … [Read more...] about Randy Higbee 6″ Squared Exhibition and Sale
Oil Painting Critiques
This past week, I had the pleasure of participating in the Oil Painters of America Critique Program. For the nominal fee of $25.00 (which goes to OPA), artists have the opportunity to have a signature or master level member review their oil paintings and give instructional advice on how they might improve their technique. Because I do not do any … [Read more...] about Oil Painting Critiques
An Exquisite Touch of History – William Merritt Chase
The re-known artist/teacher and fellow Salmagundi Club member, William Merritt Chase, once said, "Painting is the Most Magnificent Profession." Though he was born at the middle of the 1800s and died in 1916, he and I are kindred spirits in this belief. There is nothing more enjoyable than observing a splendid sunset and recording it on canvas, or … [Read more...] about An Exquisite Touch of History – William Merritt Chase