Tomato Break

Tomatoes and Cruet Bottles

A student in one of my painting classes recently brought some tomatoes from her garden to share with class members. What beauties! I immediately set them in a still life and began painting that afternoon. I couldn't wait to load my brushes with juicy paint and apply to the canvas, emulating the mood of the fresh, colorful, and tasty vegetables. It was a great day especially after I ate some of them. They enhanced a great sandwich.

Pink Pitcher and Strawberries - Original Oil Painting

This painting took more than a day to paint. I am pleased with the color scheme. I wanted to create a comfortable, warm, and enticing mood as I used the pinks and reds and their complements. It is a hot, high key painting -- one I am satisfied with. It is painted on 11x14 stretched canvas and unframed. You may purchase this painting or a giclee print at www.peacockgarden.com.

On a Roll With Strawberries

Saucer of Strawberries, 6x8 Oil on Canvas Board

I have certainly found out that the discipline of writing (posting) is much harder than the discipline of painting pictures. It has been a while since I posted last; nevertheless, I must say that I am on a roll -- a strawberry roll! Webster's Dictionary describes my "roll" as moving like a ball, as if on wheels. I have been painting strawberries almost daily for a week. Mmmmm, such pleasure, both edible and in creativity. Hope you enjoy the next few days as I have.