Palette knives
In January, I wrote about breaking my stalwart palette knife. After using the knife daily for years, I really miss it. It was like losing a hand. I have plenty of…
RGH and Blue Ridge oils
Along with Winsor Newton, Blue Ridge and RGH oils get a lot of use on my palette. The categories I use to rate manufacturers in my oil paint brand…
In the studio 11/26/2016
The Press is based on several photos I took during the RNC in Cleveland this past summer. Read moreCleveland Museum of Art Opens RenovationsThe Press still has a long…
In the studio 11/25/16
I worked on Three Women in Sandals. I toyed with calling the painting The Three Graces… Read moreIn the Studio Oct. 14 2012I have always had a hard time settling…
In the studio 11/6/16
My studio corner is jammed with things I’m working on, including the recently finished Woman in Purple Boots II. Woman in Purple Boots II is 44″ x 60″. Read moreCleveland…
In the studio 10/23/16
I worked a little while on this small painting, which is part of the Playhouse Square series. I also spent time working on a large drawing. It’s been awhile since…
Review: Richeson’s Rectified Turpentine
Have you read many turpentine reviews lately? How about ever? I use turpentine every day in my oil painting. Winsor Newton is a pretty reliable manufacturer. Their oil paint, while not…
What I am reading
I am a voracious reader. Since I got acclimated to my Kindle (actually the Kindle app on my iPad mini), I think I am reading more than ever, which I…