25 in 30

25 paintings in 30 days

Here is my "collage" of the 25 paintings I did during the month of January. 

About midway through the month, I decided to work in mostly black and white, doing value studies. An art friend told me, it doesn't matter which color you choose, just as long as it is the right value. 

Thank you so much for all the pictures you sent me! 

I am still working on some of them. 

Please continue to send me  pictures. For those I choose to paint, I will be sending my note cards and the first chance to buy the painting.

If you would like to send me a picture, email it to:   [email protected] , and please include your address. 

Thank you!!!!

Listening to while I paint:

     Podcast: The Alton Browncast hosted by Alton Brown

                         Medieval Archives

                         The Lede from Copyblogger

                         Sherlock Holmes     Music: Spotify

The "Gathering Of The Gals" On The Wall

8"x 10"
acrylic on masonite

The main meeting and gathering place in Avalon on Catalina Island, is "The Wall" which serpentine's along Front Street and the beach where most of the city's action takes place. It is the perfect place to sit, relax, watch people, contemplate life, or "forget your troubles come on get happy"! I can't help but wonder about these four ladies and what they're discussing, what they've been through together, the length and strength of their friendship and how many years they've been gathering together on The Wall.
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Eric's On The Pier

Fortunately for me, (and the rest of my family! ) my mother lives in the city of Avalon on beautiful Catalina Island, a short hour boat ride from Long Beach, Newport Beach, or Dana Point.

Eric's On The Pier
5"x 7"
acrylic on masonite

This small study is of "Eric's" restaurant at the base of the Green Pier. It is basically a long counter with stools and tables on the pier for seating, fabulous food, and even better people watching! The white line designates the "drinking" area. I know one guy has "crossed the line", but I think that if his beer is inside the line, he'll be okay!
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I am very fortunate to have my mother living in the city of Avalon on the beautiful Catalina Island off the coast of southern California. In the mile square town, most of the residents and tourists travel by golf cart which adds to the charm of the picturesque town.
5"x7" acrylic on board