Farewell to the Fallen

End of the Day 5x7 oil

The Way We Were 5x7 oil

 Last month the road into Apple Valley was dramatically changed forever. Two big cottonwood trees that formed a gateway into the neighborhood were taken down. We saw the signs, trees marked in spray paint then all of a sudden the crews showed up and it was over..

Many were shaken, shocked and disturbed by the removal of these 100 year old sentinels. Fortunately some residents had fond memories and shared their photos. Of course I had to do a couple of paintings.

Farewell to the trees who give us our memories.

Darker Earlier

In tribute to day light saving time, a few more noturnes.

Studying colors at dusk. Afew more of my paintings trying to capture the subtle dark's and colors in the shadows.

I don't often take photos at this time of day except for sunsets. A little color seems to go a long way.

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Night Lights 11x14 oil

Path to the Beach 11x14 oil

Nocturnes-Trempealeau

 In my studio painting the dark of night. Lots of room for more dramatic brush strokes and streaking lights. An interesting way to look for color. More on the way.

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When the Music Ends 11x14 oil

Drive Home 11x14 oil

Capturing a Moment

Brilliance at Dusk 11x14 oil

It was a pleasure to work with Jon and Cara on interpreting their memories of a sunset over Lake Michigan, taken from Holland Michigan

We decided to include some of the people who were witnessing the same event. I think it helped realize the grand scale of the open beach, the vastness of the lake and the brilliance of a sunset.

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La Crescent Colors

 Tried painting one more time Plein Air. Drawn Together met at the La Crescent Apple Blossom overlook. The colors were stupendous and the view spectacular.

La Crescent Colors 11x14 oil

 

Enjoy, hope your experiencing the fall colors,questions cshoreartwork@gmail.com

Blossoms Point 11x14 oil

Decided to do another one. Maybe more

Mellow Yellow 11x14 oil

to come.

Along the Path

 As I continue my journey of being an artist, the bonus benefits are the bonds you make along the way. I planned on attending the plein air workshop in Winona this past Sept. and saw on the list of attendees another artist I had met at my first St. Croix River School of Painting workshop with Kami Mendlik.

I extended an invitation to her for a place to stay during the weekend. I was thrilled she accepted since I'd have a like minded individual to chat with on the half hour rides up and down the river. It was wonderful, we shared stories and strategies and I felt fully immersed in the world I had chosen. It's great finding your people. 

She left me inspired to do better and my walls are graced with one of her paintings. I was gobsmacked at this beautiful gem so I made sure to share it with you. I just love it.

Hidden Falls 6x8 oil framed by Mary Burke Lynch

 

 

 from her webpage MaryBLynch.com

 

 About-Mary B Lynch

 Mary Lynch’s passion is painting oil En Plein Air. She took her first painting class in 2005 from Susan Hartzell Vannelli. In 2008 fellow painter Kerin McTeigue O'Connor invited Mary to join JunoAvenueArt, a group of artists supporting each other’s  journey, where she explored many expressive mediums. In 2014 she began to study at St. Croix River School of Painting under Master Painter Kami Mendlik, where the core elements are on the fundamentals of representational painting with an emphasis on color. Mary continues to study them. The painters who inspire Mary are John Singer Sargent (American, 1856-1925), Isaac Levitan (Russian, 1860-1900), Joaquin Sorolla (Spanish, 1863-1923), Charles W. Hawthorne (American, 1872-1930), and Kami Mendlik (American).

 

 

 

Mary turned me on to this book for inspiration-so far very good practical steps. Hopefully this will get me on the path to my next show at Elmaro in May.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Brice Praire Inspiration

Blues on the Prairie  11x14 oil

In the Town of Onalaska is Brice Prairie, just a few minutes from my home. I continue to discover new places on the Prairie for inspiration,, it always amazes me how big it really is and how many beautiful areas to paint. From the Great River State Trail, National Refuge and Prairies, to capturing life on the river.

Here's some of my latest paintings inspired by Brice Prairie from the end of summer. Any question cshoreartwork@gmail.com

Dare Devils 8x10 oil

Back in the Days 8x10 oil

Threes Company 11x14 oil

Sittin' Ducks 5x7

Piers End 8x10 oil

Backwaters Landing 11x14 oil

A favorite place to visit on the Prairie is Red Pines Bar & Grill on Lake Onalaska. The stunning view and welcoming atmosphere make it a favorite spot for a refreshment or meal. I couldn't resist asking Corinna, the owner, permission to paint. Every day it changes and it's hard to say what the best time of year is. With their heated patio, music on the deck

They are continuing to develop the property. I hear you can rent a room in the building next to it and word has it a cafe will be opening sometime next year.

Evening on the Deck 8x10 oil

Under the Pines 8x10 oil

View across the Lake 8x10 oil

Backwater Dock 11x14 oil

Best Seat at Red Pines 8x10 oil