Hill Road

I did this plein air oil painting today just outside of town. It was a lovely day so I walked with my painting gear in a backpack.

Charcoal

This is a charcoal drawing of a mugshot. What I liked about the original was the miserable yet cherubic look on this guy's face. I would like to try painting some portraits, so some practice with charcoal is in order.

Zena Road

I was struck by the contrast of oak trees against the late summer glow of the grass on this pasture on Zena Road between Salem and Amity, Oregon. This oil painting on canvas captures that for me.

Willamette River in Late Summer

This is the view across the Willamette river from the riverfront park in downtown Salem, Oregon. It was done plein air in oil on panel.