Shark Waters

An 8x10, Oil. This is a painting that I did along with one of my students this week. He got to choose the subject! A really cool silhouette of a shark in the water from underneath the big guy. The sun shining in through the water and creating a wonderful effect. I used linseed oil to thin the oil paint to get the color variations on the water. I flashed back to our snorkeling days, remembering the bright colorful groups of fish seen in the big blue. Thankfully we never encountered a shark! Thanks for looking.

Psalm 118:24
"This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it."

Big Game Hunter

An 11x14, Oil. This is a painting based on an old black and white photo taken of my brother Scott, probably by our father after a day of hunting in Africa. We lived a couple of years in Africa when my father was assisting in setting up a school through Oklahoma State University. My brother was obviously mugging for my father, pretending he was on the hunt! This was fun to do. I always find myself smiling when I paint children! It was fun to go with the colors I felt like since the photo was a black and white. Tried to concentrate on values on this one. This will be a surprise gift for my brother and his wife. Hope they like it! Thanks for looking.

Psalms 23:3
"He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to his name."

Three Wise Men

A 5x7, Acrylic. Still wanting to do Christmas themed paintings for some reason! I love how the dramatic sky and sunset turned out. Camels are interesting looking animals aren't they!? I can just see the slow motion long steps of these animals. Graceful in silhouette. Thanks for looking.

Isaiah 46:4
"I will be your God throughout your lifetime - until your hair is white with age. I made you, and I will carry you along and save you."

A Holy Night

An 8x10, Acrylic. I decided to do a Christmas scene this time. Still experimenting with acrylics. A peaceful depiction of Joseph and Mary with their newborn baby Jesus. Have a blessed and happy new year! Thank you for looking.

Isaiah 40:31
"But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint."