Ah, springtime in the Lonestar state of Texas featuring the state flower, the bluebonnet. This latest painting off the easel titled: Lonestar Spring is a 24×36 oil painting and is available at Griffith Fine Art in Salado, TX. (254) 947-3177 (note: this painting has sold)

The Village of Salado if a great weekend getaway, with several bed and breakfasts and historic lodgings and is located off I35, between Waco and Austin, Texas.

As you stroll along Main Street in Salado you’ll see it’s a lively marketplace with something for everyone, whether your in the mood for fine art, antiques, pottery, collectibles, unique and handcrafted furniture, or gourmet foods to name a few. You can check out their events calendar to plan your trips.

What does this small 12×9 autumn landscape of a cypress tree along the Guadalupe River have in common with my favorite sandwich?

Well, a really neat couple (Bart and Sharla) contacted me about doing a small oil painting for them and this was the result. However, while visiting with them I learned that Bart was the original owner of a restaurant in Midland, TX called Murray’s Deli and was the creator of the “Turkado” which is my favorite sandwich. It includes several layers of thinly sliced turkey with avocado, bacon, mayo and sprouts. It’s delish! If you’re ever in Midland, TX try it out for lunch. Then after having lunch walk just two doors down over to Folger Gallery to see what I have in the gallery! Located in the Imperial Shopping Center 3211 W. Wadley Ave in Midland, TX.

When I saw the scene for my latest painting titled: “A Cheerful Day in Gray” I knew it was going to be painted. The location was in Canada. Although it was early spring a cold snap hit and actually the day I photographed this it was lightly snowing. However, I decided to warm it up a bit by leaving out the snow and make the air a heavy moisture laden morning. Even though this painting is a study of grays, it’s not somber. I found it to be cheerful, what with the lush green grass. Something not seen in the currently very dry area of where I live. I did add the cow and free rangers to add life to the scene.

The sky shows a slight lightening, hinting at the promise of clearing skies and a beautiful day to come! The painting is available at Folger Gallery, Midland, TX (432) 697-3778 (this painting has sold)

An overview of different stages of this paintings development can be seen in the section: Art Tips: When the wrong end of the brush is right.

What other moods or feelings does this painting evoke in you? I’d love to hear your comments.