My Week in Asheville

Biltmore Gardens 8x10 oil unframed $75

I started spring early with a trip to Asheville to paint and visit friends. Sylvia and Joe. The weather couldn't have been nicer, the company more sweet and the blooms more delicious. The area was in bloom with Dogwoods, Azaelas and Pollen. 

Thanks again to my hosts for carting me around and hanging with me as I painted.  During my visit I participated in the first Montford Plein Air Painting Festival. Set in a historic section of Asheville, 50 plus artists captured their favorite scenes.

After my return home I made some adjustments to the paintings I brought back. Hope you enjoy. Inquiries cshoreartwork@gmail.com 

Pink Azaleas 8x10 oil unframed $75

From Joe and Sylvia's porch painted the first evening as the glow of the sunset set off the hot pinks.

Wolfe's Domain 8x10 oil unframed $75

Plein air painting Sunday morning in Riverside Cemetery, resting place of author Thomas Wolfe. 

Shady Repose 8x10 oil unframed $75

A quick plein air painting while setting up at Matt's house for the Montford Plein Air Painting Festival

Biltmore's View 8x10 oil unframed $75

A day painting at Biltmore, enjoying the expansive view of the country side

Stairway to Harmony 8x10 oil unframed $75

This grand stair case at the Daoist Traditions College caught my eye.

Sunday's Wet Paint Sale at Matt's

I sold the two below before I got a really good photo. It's always a pleasure to meet people while I paint and sharing the connection through my art.

Sunday Brunch 8x10 oil SOLD

A busy Sunday morning serving the neighborhood at All Day Darling restaurant.

Sunset 8x10 oil SOLD

My Friday night nocturne started with Tall John's restaurant. Then sunset on Gay St. caught my attention and I had to pivot fast befor I lost the light.

103.3 8x10 oil SOLD

A surprise gift for Joey Books. He volunteers at the local radio station. 

 

A surprise visit for me from Haggarty family in Asheville. Their northern relatives near me are some fans of my artwork.

Thank you Asheville, your resilience after Helene is admirable.