Samuel P. Taylor Stream

Years ago we visited Samuel P. Taylor State Park during the salmon run. I was testing out new camera equipment and playing with the light. This image is mixed media. I started out with fountain pen lines, watercolor, gouache and finally Posca pens for highlights. I used the mixed media blue toned paper from Strathmore as the surface. The goal was to capture the feel of the wet cool air and the nuance of light on the landscape.

Building Facade

A few years ago I decided to start a series of buildings from around Austin. This building is on 6th street. Of course I took liberties with color and perspective. This weekend is the second weekend of the Austin Studio Tour. I will be at Austin Artspace both Saturday abd Sunday. Come by and safely view and perhaps acquire some great local art.

Woods Abstract

In many ways the woods are the best depiction of a naturally occurring abstract. We have started this years Austin Studio tour. Im at Austin ArtSpace come by if you are in town.

Grill Warm Up

This was a typical scene before a huge party. Early morning grill light up and friends to lie to what more can one ask for. I often photographed my step father with his friends around the pit. He would drink his beer and chat with friends while grilling. John L was always around and the hangers on were always dapper.

Pecan Street Festival 90s

Years ago and still Austin celebrates the Pecan Street Festival twice a year. I havent been in quite a while. For years I would go to sketch and take photos of the interesting people milling about. The food and music were great too. I keep a stash of old photos and I frequently revist them for painting ideas. These are festival attendees and sixth street regulars in this painting.

Childs Play 1

The photo that inspired this painting was taken at a family event. I was inspired by the fact that these kids were playing together in the digital age. This was a game of hide and seek with two seekers. No phones attached, just kids playing and running around together.

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