Blog — santa barbara

La Honda - 6x6

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I was excited to find this beach house at Miramar, I just love these colors together. 

Miramar Beach
Oil on panel, 6x6 inches 
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Miramar Morning - 8x10

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I knew I wanted to paint this scene, but it was a little bit awkward because there was a guy that kept standing on his patio in tiny underwear.  That's what I get for being out so early I guess. 

Oil on panel, 8x10 inches
Available at the Palm Loft Gallery, August 27, 2011

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Park by the Water - 5x7

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I was attracted to this scene because of it's contrasts.  I was very excited about painting the guy on the left, that spot of light on his shoulder was the best part. 

Oil on panel, 5x7 inches
Click here to view in my shop 

Look it's me in the newspaper! What a fun Sunday...

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Number 400! Santa Barbara Harbor Series XXII - 12x12

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This is my 400th daily painting! Wow.  I guess if you want to learn something, just do it over and over, and by number 400 it will feel much easier :) 

Oil on panel, 12x12 inches
Available at the Santa Barbara Tennis Club, July 2012

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Stearns Wharf Fish & Chips - Original Oil Painting - 12x12

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I did a smaller version of this a while ago, this time it seemed much less daunting :) 


Oil on panel, 12x12 inches
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