The Johnsons were our dear and good neighbors in Cooper Drive, Fort Dodge IA. When the neighborhood stray cat went missing again, we thought that she was gone forever. Unknowingly, they took her in and invited us to their home one last time to see Yada (the cat) and them, as well before we left. […]
Like the significance of ducks, these siblings enjoy having fun, excited to touch a feather or two and yet, highly vigilant not to fall into the water. They would soon grow to be nurturing, intuitive, resilient, and emotionally balanced. Afternoon DelightPastel 20”x13.5”
I’m doing a series of mini watercolor portraits on board (5×7) in between commissions and projects. This is a stress reliever for me as it is painted loosely and instinctively. I do have reference photos, but it always ends up differently with palpable facial expressions evolving before me. I’m often in awe how it has
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Bella, the CorgiOil8in x 8in She is our neighbor’s adorable escape artist who runs to our doorstep whenever she can. Sophie AnneOil8in x 8inShe is adorable, sweet, friendly and the most energetic furry baby of Maddie. HOME GALLERY SHOP
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This is a pastel painting of Tatay Nonoy, a professional photographer based in the Basilica de Sto Nino, Cebu. He has been happily taking pictures of families and tourists close to 50 years in the basilica. I caught him browsing through his shots with that satisfied look on his face. Instantly, I knew that he
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I am sharing with you bits and pieces of my painting process for these magnificent Magnolias. When painting with soft pastels, I usually start from the left upper quadrant to the right, then the lower quads. This is to avoid too much smudging and making a mess. I work under a huge LED light even
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