2012 Holiday Series #10

2012 Holiday Series #10
6"x 4" Original Miniature Watercolor
SOLD

This mantel is from the Kings Arms Tavern
in Williamsburg, VA.  We had an excellent lunch
there.  The painting has a bit more pizazz than
it photographs.  I promise it looks even better!

I painted all morning.  Then ran errands; Boxes
to UPS, stop at the bank, visit my Mom.  Tonight we
went to American Music's Christmas Show.
This is an annual thing we do with Linda's Mom.
Again they did an excellent job.
Looking forward to two days with the kids in DC.

2012 Holiday Series #9

2012 Holiday Series #9
5"x 5" Original Miniature Watercolor

SOLD!

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A beautiful wreath hanging on a
brick wall. While in Williamsburg, VA we
took a house tour of private residences
within Colonial Williamsburg. 
This was view from that tour.
Also, I decided to make prints from this original.
Tomorrow it goes to the printer for a quick scan.
You are still buying the original watercolor but
knowing there will be prints available later.

Someone asked about us going to DC.  Don't
worry, we are only gone Saturday and Sunday.
It's a quick weekend with Abbey, Ben and Rashetta.
Our housesitter does not let clients into the studio
nor answer the studio phone so if you need
something, Friday from 8 to 5 or next week is when
you can catch us. 

2012 Holiday Series #8

2012 Holiday Series #8

6"x 4" Original Miniature Watercolor

SOLD

Berries, greens and a window make a great
holiday still life.

Painted almost all day.  You would not think
something so small could take so many hours
but they do.  I do not scrimp on the detail.
Linda was gone all day running errands.
There is a pile of food I am not to get into so
I am guessing its almost cookie making time!

A little reminder that if you want to visit the
studio we are not open this weekend.  Heading
to DC for Christmas with the kids.  Otherwise
trying to be available.  Call to make an appointment.
717.627.3383

2012 Holiday Series #7

2012 Holiday Series #7

6"x 4" Original Miniature Watercolor

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A juicy red bow.  This was from Merchants Square
in Williamsburg, VA.  I do not think there were
bows in the historic part.

I actually cheated a bit and stayed up late last night
and did the drawing for this one so I could start
painting right away this morning.  I was able to
finish it by noon today and then off on a few errands
and visit my Mom.

2012 Holiday Series #6

2012 Holiday Series #6

4"x 6" Original Miniature Watercolor

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A classic Williamsburg fence with greens.

I don't have much to say... stuck to my paints
all day.  This little busy number took me from
9 till 5 with no break.  Not sure how that is
possible but its true.  OK, I did heat up a bowl
of soup but I ate while painting.  You truly
get full detail in these little gems.  They are not
slapped together.

2012 Holiday Series #5

2012 Holiday Series #5
4"x 6" Original Miniature Watercolor
SOLD

Greens hanging on a porch. This one
features a bit more architecture.
That's a dried sunflower in the center.

Stuck to my stool painting all day.
Linda was looking up recipes for the
holidays.  Expecting some good cookies!

2012 Holiday Series #4

2012 Holiday Series #4
4"x 6" Original Miniature Watercolor
SOLD!

Very nice...  My signature brick.
Wreath and swag on a white door.
Screams Christmas!

This one took most of the day.  I did not
leave my stool.  We had a few clients stop in
for prints.  Linda was at her desk most of the
day.  She made me a spicy chicken white bean
chili soup and also made her parents a chicken
corn soup.  We dug out a few decorations,
no tree this year, don't trust the cats to leave it
alone. 

2012 Holiday Series #3

2012 Holiday Series #3
4"x 6" Original Miniature Watercolor
SOLD

This is even warmer than the photo.
I am getting my groove back!  Seeing
a few bids on yesterdays painting helps
the mood!

I plan to paint in the morning if anyone
wants to stop in.  Otherwise give me a
call/email to make sure we are here.

2012 Holiday Series #2

6"x 4" Original Miniature Watercolor
SOLD!

If you would like to bid but are unsure how
please send an email and I will walk you through
the process.  It really is easy and you could end
up owning an original for only $100!

I am focusing on views I saw in historic
Williamsburg, VA.  A simple white bench
with greens and fruit.

I don't know why but I feel like I am putting
extra pressure on myself to paint fantastic
holiday pieces.  Today was a bit of a struggle.
I find it goes much easier if I do not take a break
from painting.  I only had 7 days off and it feels
like weeks so I need to get my groove back!

Back from Williamsburg...

We just returned from a few days in Historic Williamsburg.
Privileged to see the Grand Illumination and spend time
with my brother and family. Great weather, great food
and great family time.

My brother Carl, daughter Sarah, wife Beth, daughter
Emily and her new husband Matt and my wife Linda.
I took over 400 photos so I am ready for my
"Holiday Series" starting tomorrow.