A few years ago, I returned to art after a long hiatus and took up oil painting. I like the rich color and texture of oil paints on canvas. I use impressionistic methods, with attention to complementary colors and the effect of light. I began experimenting with my own interpretation of landscapes, portraits and still life. My paintings are not just about a subject, they are about capturing an ephemeral moment in time. They could be depictions from an old photograph, or plein air. I use finely blended strokes to portray an innocent moment, or...more
