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Passionate about painting en plein air
My passion for plein air painting began with my first outdoor lesson one October afternoon more than fifty years ago, and I have continued to do most of my work on site throughout my professional career. Nature presents many beautiful themes to capture, plus I also find “character” in boats, old buildings, and man-made structures in towns, cities, and along waterways. The patterns, light, contrasts, and colors that I see are what attract me to paint a particular scene. But each day also brings its own s
My Portfolio contains examples of the variety of my painting themes and favorite locations from across this country and Paris, Venice, and Bermuda. Should you wish to purchase any of my originals, the price listed includes gallery-quality framing and shipping within the United States. Happy browsing!