Sunset colors 5

I like sunrise and sunset. I more inclined to be awake at sunset however.

Sunset Colors 4

Painted from the hotel balcony. We had been out all day at the beaches and my painting muscles were warm. I had a bunch of paper taped to boards so I could work on multiple pieces at the same time. Painted during the sweet light hour.

Sunset Colors 3

The second painting completed at sunset on the cliff. I loved the colors that I was able to see that day. Can't wait to make a larger version in multiple mediums.

Sunset Colors 2

I had two pieces of black paper taped to my board. We were standing on one of the cliffs as the sun was setting. I was able to get two paintings in. I think that over the years my eyes have learned to see more colors than would meet the normal eye. My corneas are flat maybe that explains it.

Sunset Colors 1

We were in Fort Bragg, CA for the new year. It was great. I got in a lot of painting relaxing and ocean gazing. I of course got in many paintings of the ocean at sunset.

Everyman's Santa

My brother in laws brother asked me to draw him over the holidays. I was sitting around sketching during a family gathering and he turned around and said draw me. I executed a quick sketch in my book and took a photo. I plan on another version in pastel. He has an interesting face with many challenges.

Sunlit Tree With Bales

I actually finished this painting last year. Those of you that follow this blog recognize this scene. This is the largest version at 30 by 22 inches. Its a scene from the Northeast Texas area along the Sulfur Springs, Texas highway. I hope that all of you had a happy new year and that it is filled with joy and success.