Purchasing a Painting

I am now marketing more of my paintings directly through this blog. I offer discounts to those of you that already own my art and for multiple painting purchases.  I prefer to sell large paintings unframed to avoid high shipping costs, but I have a variety of nice frames for paintings smaller than 16x20. 

Prices are posted below.  I am flexible with pricing if there is a need.   

General Unframed Prices

6x8     $300    Add $50 for framed for a this small Plein Air painting

8x10   $600

9x12   $800

11x14  $1,000

12x16  $1,200

16x20  $1,500

18x24  $3,000

20x24  $3,500

24x30  $4,000

We don't accept credit cards but you can pay by PayPal or personal check. Customers are welcome to visit our home/studio in Redding.

Northern California. It's all about the water

Of all the wonders of nature, I love to paint water. Humans have always had a primal attraction to water, the essence of life.  Living near water has always been a priority, not only for drinking but as a source of food. The north coast of California is spectacular and provides an endless variety of design elements and moods. I think my most compelling reason to paint the coast and rivers is the movement and the moods. Water can one day be tranquil and soothing and the next day violent and threatening. The serpentine shape of rivers and creeks provides the artist with design elements that carry the eye through the painting. Reflections on the surface add color and interest and can be used to enhance the feeling of movement. There is a creek in our backyard and the Sacramento River is a mile away. The fabulous Trinity River is less than a hour drive and numerous waterfalls and trout streams are found a short distance to the East. I will be trying to balance my painting with trout fishing, kayaking, and berry picking.