Little Man

I took this photo while walking around during SXSW. His parents were close at hand but his little expression was that of an old soul.

Second March 28

This is another plein air piece from McKinney Falls State Park visits. I was trying to honor the value scheme.

Onion Creek in progress

I started this one last week at the gallery. I'm posting this for analytical purposes. I'm not infatuated yet with it so stay tuned.

King of the Corner

The man in the green shirt is what attracted me to this image. In Austin every corner has an inhabitant pf some sort. Some preach, make music, display themselves, etc.

McKinney FallsPlein Air 3

This was started in the field but completed in the studio. This was the upper falls area of the park. The water reflections were amazing and constantly changing. I think the trees are cypress.

McKinney Falls Plein Air 1

This is the first of the plein air sketches completed at McKinney Falls State Park in March of this year. I think it reflects the nervous energy one has in the initial minutes of starting a painting session outside.

Sunset Reflected

Sometimes if you wait long enough you can get the sunset reflected in the surf. This was inspired by a photo taken in Fort Bragg, California from the balcony of the Beachcomber Motel. This was the second painting completed during my day of gallery duty. I really couldn't get my paint on as people were picking up and dropping off paintings for shows coming down and going up. I soldiered on anyway.