Eucalyptus Study

Sometimes it's a good idea to copy the works of the masters to learn better composition, color, brush work etc. That's the case here.

Eucalyptus 347

This group of Eucalyptus trees caught my attention as I was going to meet a friend for lunch last week. I stopped and pulled out my paint box and did a quick study. Later in the studio I painted this 18X24.

Eucalyptus wind brake

There are many locations like this in California. It has been said that no matter where you go in California you will find Eucalyptus trees. They are plentyful in the populated desert areas as well.

Coastal Rocks

This rocky outcropping was caught at slack tide. was approaching, Laguna Beach California

Colombia Garden

This is a large painting 24X36. The scene is from the cover of a book called Colombia Gardens perhaps you've seen it.

Open Scape

I really enjoyed painting this scene. In the distance you can see the hills near the Cajon Pass leading to Vegas and the great beyond.

Rocky Outcropping

The desert offers many opportunities to capture rugged landscapes on canvas. Here's my take on a rocky outcropping that just had to be painted.

Adaption of Canyon Trail

This painting is a large Triptych that I painted for a head board. shown here it's still in the frame that was made to keep the panels in alignment for painting. The inspiration for this work came from a painting called Canyon Trail .

Dunes 344

A walk on the beach on a sunny day can bring out the best in me it also brings out the best in color and form. With a fairly barren background and a lively midground this painting came to life.

Desert Rain

Nature has so much to teach us. This is a scene I captured after a heavy rain in the high desert of California. The rain was short but it made a lasting impression.

Eucalyptus study, 235

It only take one of these beautiful trees to get me inspired and today there were Three.

Late summer day 346

I drew inspiration for this little jewel from a location that just presented itself as I drove along the California coast near Los Osos.