by artbydjh | Feb 22, 2014 | Uncategorized
I think that I mentioned in my last post that I’ve been experimenting with texture lately. When I work in oils, the paint itself can provide texture. Unlike most people, I use it straight out of the tube and it has a thick, rich, buttery feel and whether applied...
by artbydjh | Nov 28, 2013 | Uncategorized
I’ve just returned home from the beach where I spent A TON of time in my studio down there. I have two new paintings completed and three more well on their way. The first is On My Way a 20″x24″ acrylic. And what can I say… sometimes I just have...
by artbydjh | Nov 13, 2013 | Uncategorized
Many of you sent emails and feedback regarding my last post – Thank you for that! I received a few messages, surprised that the Stormy Weather festival was the first big event I had attended. And a couple of you suggested great venues that I should check out...
by artbydjh | Sep 24, 2013 | Uncategorized
I started this painting last time that I was at the beach. I brought it home about half way completed and there it sat in my studio – waiting for attention but getting none. (I was determined to break out the oils). But I just made another trip to the coast,...
by artbydjh | Aug 29, 2013 | Uncategorized
Above are two recent creations… The first photo shows my continued efforts to play with new color combinations and perspectives in my work. I stepped outside of my norm with a recent order through Dick Blick (one of my favorite supply shops) buying some bright...