Rocky hill

 I've enjoyed making these small paintings of Schoodic Point, the rocky hills as natural sculpture. The variety of views have allowed me to get intimately acquainted with the landscape, and now will begin work on some very large works working from the memory of these small pieces.

Schoodic–Rocky Hill, 6 x 6", oil on panel

The Other Side of the Road

The Other Side...Schoodic Peninsula,  Oil on panel, 6 x 6"  SOLD

On a trip to Schoodic last fall, I found myself drawn more to the colorful wooded side of the Shore Road than to the rocky ocean side. It was a very calm day so the usual wild crashing surf was subdued. I've also always loved the ledge cuts that wall the roadsides in Maine, and this one was laced with lichen. Contrasted with the bright red autumn bushes, I thought it was quite striking.

Rocks. Maine.

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Maine shores are colorful regardless of the time of year. The range of greys alone is fabulous and when contrasting with the grasses, seaweeds, and deep rich pines, it's....well, it's why we are here.

At the Ridge  Oil on panel, 6 X 6"    Free Priority Mail shipping    Contact Artist       Visit Website

Causeway Colors

Causeway Colors   SOLD

I am drawn to the colors of low tide waters, the ochres and browns and grays against the greens and blues. This one reminds me of areas along the Causeway, between Maine's Little Deer Isle and Deer Isle. The painting just happened as I was pushing paint around one morning last week. Then I took a drive past the Causeway yesterday and realized that must have been where my senses were that morning in the studio. I like the smell there too.

Christmas Cove - Monhegan

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Thought this would be appropriate for the season! This little oil comes from a pastel I did on site at Monhegan last summer. Lovely memories of a warmer environment.

I've been quite absorbed with doing custom little paintings for the holidays, so this is the only new one I've posted in sometime. Will get back to more regular postings after the New Year!

Nestled Cottage 2 - Monhegan

Even on those kind of hazy days, especially in the mornings, the Monhegan light is special. I loved the way this cottage was barely visible as we walked along the rocky edged path. One can only imagine the view from the place.

Oil on panel, 6 X 6"  $100  SOLD

Nestled Cottage - Monhegan

The rocky paths leading to weathered cottages nestled in lush greens are part of the romantic ambiance of Monhegan Island. I have been working on a series of these small paintings...more to come!
Oil on panel, 6" X 6", $100   SOLD