Watercolors and More

2010-12-22T07:40:00.000-08:00

Arkansas River Backwater

2010-02-13T13:45:00.001-08:00

Arkansas River Backwater
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

David Cook, my watercolor buddy, and I painted here on a warm day in December. It is a beautiful view of a river backwater. David's painting was great. Mine was O.K.

La Romita Bell

2010-02-08T14:55:00.001-08:00

La Romita Bell
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

The Bell shown here is from my visit to The La Romita School of Art in Turni, Italy. I visited there in 2001 and again in 2007. I plan to paint the bell for entry in the Mid-Southern Watercolorist Annual Exhibition to be juried by Dean Mitchell.

Tom's Butterfly

2010-01-05T14:10:00.001-08:00

Tom's Butterfly
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This is the last watercolor of 2009. I did this painting for my oldest son Tom, and painted it again in December. It is a memorial painting for Tom who died in June of this year.

Lenny's Art

2009-12-21T06:34:00.001-08:00

Lenny's Art
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This is Lenny's window art which was shown at his first art show. Nice painting. Best of Luck Lenny.

Cousin Jack and Willie

2009-11-14T12:47:00.001-08:00

Cousin Jack and Willie
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

Dog friends Cousin Jack and Willie like to sit on the deck and just watch the world go round.

My Peony...Acrylic Painting

2009-10-16T08:32:00.001-07:00

My Peonie...Acrylic Painting
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

The peony flower shown is 36x36 painted in acrylic at Amy Imler's studio. It took a while to complete this painting, however, it did turn out the way I wanted. The colors are vivid but not true to the photo I used. I raised the flower, took the photo and painted the painting. I'm happy with the result.

My Roses and Paintings

2009-10-14T09:46:00.001-07:00

My Roses and Paintings
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

The flowers and vase are on my dining room table. The paintings are a selection ranging from oils to a watercolor of Todi in Italy.

Jack's New Kerchief

2009-09-02T11:49:00.001-07:00

Jack's New Kerchief
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

Jack got dressed up to go and visit some new dog friends. They are both Corgi dogs like the Queen of England has-Pembrokes, no tails. So he decided he would just wear a little western kerchief and see how the girls would like it. They did and he did too. Cute isn't he.

Bisco Barn

2009-08-29T11:31:00.001-07:00

Bisco Barn
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

Bisco Barn is a watercolor from a photograph I took at Bisco, Arkansas. We usually stop at a fruit stand and purchase a few tomatos. So, I asked the lady at the stand if it would be ok if I photographed her old barn. She said it was ok and here is my watercolor of the barn. It turned out just fine-I think I will submit the painting to the Mid-Southern Watercolor Fall Show to be juried. Wish me luck.

Baby Jack

2009-08-12T17:52:00.001-07:00

Baby Jack
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

The new corgi dog now has a name. He is Jack, short for Jack Son.
LaJauna and I named him Jackson in honor of our son Tom who recently passed away. Thus far, he has been a real pleasure and a constant companion to our other corgi Willie Nelson. Keep in touch more will be posted as it comes to pass.

It's The Man

2009-07-27T18:45:00.001-07:00

It's The Man
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This little rascal is on his way to my Grandson's house. I hope he likes him because if he doesn't I am going to take him as a companion for my corgi dog Willie Nelson. They should be great together.

LaRomitaSunflower

2009-07-20T15:57:00.001-07:00

LaRomitaSunflower
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

The La Romita sunflower painting shown here was painted after I came back from Italy in 2001. It has been a continuing source of good cheer and uplifts my spirit every time I see it. Thank God for little watercolor paintings dashed off when we have the time.

Here's Sandy

2009-06-25T12:41:00.001-07:00

Here's Sandy
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

Sandy is standing in front of two of Amy Imler's abstract paintings. She and I plan to paint just like Amy some day. Ho!Ho!Ho! Well at least we try. Sandy paints ladies in a romantic theme and with lots of tassles. Maybe she will let me post one of her painting on this blog someday. I think you will really like her work.

John Honey Thinking

2009-06-02T13:07:00.001-07:00

John Honey Thinking
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

Girl Talk

2009-06-02T13:01:00.003-07:00

Girl Talk
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

The ladies talk a lot at Amy's.

Judy Changes her Mind

2009-06-02T12:56:00.001-07:00

Judy Changes her Mind
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

Judy Honey Paints

2009-06-02T12:53:00.001-07:00

Judy Honey Paints
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

Judy decides to let it go.

Amy's Studio

2009-05-19T14:25:00.001-07:00

Amy's Studio
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

Amy Imler studio is where the ladies paint on Thursday. The work done in the studio ranges from realistic oil paintings to abstracts done in the style of Amy's paintings. Clarence, Amy's husband, and I are the only males present for the weekly painting sessions. Lunch is served at Bobby's Cafe located down the road. Everything is southern fried and tastes great. The studio is an inspiration to all of us. I can't waite for thursday to come to paint with the ladies. The work done in the studio is some of the best done in Arkansas. You'all come see us now!

My Iris

2009-04-27T15:56:00.001-07:00

My Iris
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

What you see here is a posterized version of a photo I took of my iris. I am trying to paint the thing on a sheet of 300# Arches rough. If I am successful I will post the painting at a later date.

Mid-Southern Watercolor Exhibition...Tom Herrin

2009-03-28T08:35:00.001-07:00

Mid-Southern Watercolor Exhibition...Tom Herrin
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

Tom's painting, Untitled Abstract #2 was selected for the Mid-Southern Watercolorist 39th Annual Exhibition. Way to go Tom. Two more selections and he will be a signature member. Congratulations.

Tommy's Studio

2009-03-09T12:16:00.001-07:00

Tommy's Studio
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

Just thought all of you might like to see how crowded my studio has gotten.

Pastel Memory Painting

2009-02-08T09:50:00.001-08:00

Pastel Memory Painting
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

Sorry about January. There was just too much going on. The painting show was done for the january meeting of The Arkansas Pastel Society. The ladies critiqued the painting and made some useful suggestions. I look forwar to doing more pastel paintings in 2009.

Watercolor Abstract with Collage

2008-12-27T12:08:00.001-08:00

Watercolor Abstract with Collage
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

The painting shown was one of two that I submitted to the Mid-Southern Watercolorist Annual Exhibition. The Juror selected the one shown here from the two I submitted. I'm happy because It got in the show.

Mid-Southern Watercolor Submission

2008-11-20T13:05:00.001-08:00

Mid-Southern Watercolor Submission
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

The painting shown here is one of my submissions to the Mid-Southern Watercolor Society Annual Exhibition.

Cesi Apartments Watercolor Field Study

2008-11-03T16:49:00.001-08:00

Cesi Apartments Watercolor Field Study
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

Pat White doing a demo painting at the October Show and Sale at White Wagon Farm

2008-10-28T14:28:00.001-07:00

Pat White doing a demo painting at the October Show and Sale at White Wagon Farm
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

Marvin Painting at White Wagon Farm

2008-09-27T11:37:00.001-07:00

Marvin Painting at White Wagon Farm
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This is a picture of Marvin Crummer at our weekly life drawing class at White Wagon Farm, Sage House Gallery.

On Target

2008-08-13T08:02:00.001-07:00

On Target
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

I painted this one three times before I got what you see here. I like it.

Let There Be Light

2008-08-13T07:48:00.001-07:00

Let There Be Light
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This painting is the first in a series of paintings dealing with origins.

Juror's Award...Artist in the Air Exhibition

2008-07-21T12:39:00.001-07:00

Juror's Award...Artist in the Air Exhibition
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

The painting shown won a Juror's Award at the 2008 Artist in the Air Exhibition at the Winthrop Rockefeller Institute Annual Show and Sale.

Watercolor...Church of the Roses

2008-07-21T10:06:00.001-07:00

Watercolor...Church of the Roses
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This is my painting of the Church of the Roses in Valles di San Martino, Italy. I have submitted the painting to the Mississippi Watercolor Society for the Grand National Watercolor Exhibition. Wish me luck.

Success at Last...War Eagle Ladies

2008-06-04T14:53:00.001-07:00

Success at Last...War Eagle Ladies
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

I was selected among 87 other Arkansas Artist to have my painting War Eagle Ladies included in Arkansas's First Lady Ginger Bebee's 2008 Artist Calendar.

Success at Last.

The painting is mixed media including watercolor, acrylic and even some water misable oil paint.

Kate wants to be a model

2008-05-30T12:51:00.001-07:00

Kate wants to be a model
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

Kate is waiting her turn to be the model at our tuesday drawing class.

My Amaryllis

2008-05-30T12:38:00.001-07:00

My Amaryllis
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

I plan to paint this amaryllis if I have time. It is located outside my studio door. You can always find something to paint if you look. Isn't that what it is all about?-Looking??

Two Rivers Park Photo Montage

2008-05-15T18:44:00.001-07:00

Two Rivers Park
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This photo is of a painting of Two Rivers Park with a piece of drift wood and two rocks I picked up at a construction site at Maumelle, Arkansas in the photo foreground. I have used the photo as a decoupage element on a wood box I decorated for a friend. I think it is neat.

Mixed Media...War EagleLadies...Artist in the Air

2008-04-24T19:25:00.001-07:00

Mixed Media...War EagleLadies...Artist in the Air
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This painting was developed from a photo reference I took at the War Eagle Craft Fair. I painted a large watercolor painting first, and at the urging of my teacher Amy Imler, I painted this smaller painting. It is by far one of the best painting I have ever done. I submitted it to First Lady Ginger Bebee's annual calendar juried competition and to Artist in the Air. Again, wish me luck.

Mixed Media...Lake Maumelle Harbor...Artist in the Air

2008-04-24T19:20:00.001-07:00

Mixed Media...Lake Maumelle Harbor...Artist in the Air
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This mixed media painting was developed for a photo reference by first using color pencils and then watercolor and some acrylic-thus the mixed media label. I took a long time to develop the painting but it was worth it.

Watercolor and Ink...Jackson Square...Artist in the Air

2008-04-24T19:16:00.001-07:00

Watercolor and Ink...Jackson Square...Artist in the Air
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This painting was painted from a reference photo I took in New Orleans before Katrina. I like the use of ink to add emphasis to the painting.

Watercolor...Peonie...Artist in the Air

2008-04-24T19:13:00.003-07:00

Watercolor...Peonie...Artist in the Air
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This painting is of a peonie I took a reference photo of from my yard. I am now trying to paint it in acrylic since the colors are more vivid. I am not finished yet. I will post when I finish.

Collage...Broken Dream...Artist in the Air

2008-04-24T19:09:00.001-07:00

Collage...Broken Dream...Artist in the Air
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

I have only recently started to do collage. I really enjoy the challenge of doing this type of painting. It is not easy.

Oil...Emily...Artist in the Air

2008-04-24T19:07:00.001-07:00

Oil...Emily...Artist in the Air
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

The painting of Emily, our model at my Tuesday life drawing class, was painted after a reference photo I took. She made a great model.

Pastel...2RiversPark...Artist in the Air

2008-04-24T19:04:00.001-07:00

Pastel...2RiversPark...Artist in the Air
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This painting was done from a photo reference I took at Two Rivers Park along the Arkansas River at Little Rock. I like it but it could have been better.

Pastel...The River...Artist in the Air

2008-04-24T19:01:00.001-07:00

Pastel...The River...Artist in the Air
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This painting is my first soft pastel painting. Wow!

After Webb....Artist in the Air

2008-04-24T18:59:00.001-07:00

After Webb....Artist in the Air
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This painting was painted at White Wagon Farm, a local plant nursery and art studio at their spring show and sale. I did it as a demo. painting in the studio since painting out or doors was out of the question that day.

Oil Pastel...Valles di San Martino...Artist in the Air

2008-04-24T18:55:00.001-07:00

Oil Pastel...Valles di San Martino...Artist in the Air
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This painting was submitted to The Winthrop Rockefeller Institute for an exhibition to be held at there facility on Petit Jean Mountain. The other paintings I submitted will follow. Wish me luck.

War EagleLadies

2008-04-07T09:54:00.001-07:00

War EagleLadies
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This painting will be submitted to First Lady Ginger Bebee's Annual Arkansas calender competition. I believe it will get in. Wish me luck.

La Romita Road

2008-04-07T09:41:00.001-07:00

La Romita Road
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This is a color pencil study of the road leading to the La Romita School of Art in Terni, Italy. I was there in July of 2007. The photo reference was not all that good but had just enough information to develop a color pencil study. I will move on from here to develop a watercolor, then a watercolor/pastel painting. I like it, hope the paintings turn out as good as this study.

Valles di San Martino Painting

2008-03-13T16:44:00.001-07:00

Valles di San Martino Painting
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

Willie Nelson in the snow

2008-03-13T16:25:00.001-07:00

miscFeb08 028
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

Willie Nelson is my buddy. He was born the day Johnney Cash died. All of the pups received country music singers names-Rebba, June, etc. Willie loved the snow; however, he is not looking for more this year. Willie is now four years old. My Wife and I look forward to many more years with him.

Sage House Drawing Class Model

2008-02-06T09:18:00.001-08:00

Sage House Drawing Class Model
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This model from my life drawing class at Sage House-White Wagon Farm has a renaissance look about her. She was a very good model for our drawing class.

Oil Pastel Study...Valles di San Martino

2008-02-06T08:54:00.001-08:00

Valles di San Martino
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

Mid-Southern Annual Exhibition Entry...New Hat

2008-01-06T18:57:00.001-08:00

herrin1069entry2.jpeg
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This painting was done in a life drawing class I attend. The idea was to capture the essence of the model in a quick painting done in about 20 minutes. How did I do? This year I am submitting two small paintings of women to MSW, something unique. Jurors like unique painting which push the envelope. Again, wish me luck!

MSW Annual Entry...A Strong Woman

2008-01-06T18:45:00.003-08:00

MSW Annual Entry...A Strong Women
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This watercolor painting is one of two entrys I am submitting to the Mid-Southern Watercolorist Annual Juried Exhibition. I am doing life drawing which has resulted in better drawings for all of my paintings. Wish me luck!

Watercolor Study...Valles di San Martino

2007-12-08T09:06:00.001-08:00

Watercolor Study...San Martino
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This is a study of San Martino in watercolor. I was not happy with what I got. I think I will start over.

Still Life Set Up

2007-12-06T14:08:00.001-08:00

Still Life Set Up
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This is the set up for my first still life for this winter. The tea pot is a gift from a friend, the oranges from Kroger. I will use glazes of oil paint to develop the values and to enrich the colors. Hope to have it finished by this spring.

And the Winner is...Valles di San Martino

2007-11-13T15:33:00.001-08:00

And the Winner is...Valles di San Martino
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

White Wagon Farm

2007-11-13T15:18:00.001-08:00

White Wagon Farm
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This is the view of White Wagon Farm I choose for my plein air painting at the October show and sale. I painted the farm as a full sheet watercolor in about two hours.

The Model at Sage House Gallery

2007-10-12T10:27:00.001-07:00

The Model at Sage House Gallery
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This lovely lady agreed to be our model at the Tuesday drawing class at White Wagon Farm - Sage House Gallery. Isn't She Great!

Valles di San Martino

2007-10-09T14:14:00.001-07:00

Valles di San Marco
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This little painting has been selected for the Arkansas Pastel Society exhibition to be held in Little Rock at the Arkansas Art Center's Community Gallery. The show dates arre November 1, 2007 -December 2, 2007. The Community Gallery is located at 7th & Rock Street near downtown Little Rock. The painting was jurored into the show by Albert Handell a well known Santa Fe Artist.

Reita's New Hat

2007-10-08T10:07:00.001-07:00

Reita's New Hat
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

Reita is a potter who loves to model a new hat for our life drawing class at Sage House Gallery-White Wagon Farm. Go! Reita

Red Wing Black Bird

2007-10-05T17:53:00.001-07:00

Red Wing Black Bird
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This Red Wing Black Bird was last seen perched in the Arkansas Democrat Gazette. It is now sitting on a sunflower in one of my oil pastel paintings. The bird will soon be found on the front of a card in a 4X6 inch format.

CarsulaeArch

2007-09-16T09:40:00.001-07:00

CarsulaeArch
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

Amy's Daughter

2007-09-16T09:32:00.001-07:00

Amy's Daughter
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This painting was composed from a photo I took of the model at my Sage House Gallery life drawing class

Valles di San Martino

2007-08-29T11:56:00.001-07:00

Valles di San Martino
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

A painting of Valles di San Martino, Italy in pastel pencil. I may submit this one to the Arkansas Pastel Society International Show. Maybe!

Violin Player...Orvieto, Italy

2007-08-27T09:32:00.001-07:00

Violin Player...Orvieto, Italy
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

A small study painting done from a photograph I took in Orvieto, Itay.

Narni Street Arch

2007-08-24T09:15:00.001-07:00

Narni Street Arch
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This is the first of my photos from Italy. Narni is a great place to visit and to photograph. I plan to paint this street scene with and without figures. Note the light coming over and under the arch.

Italy...Laromita Colors

2007-07-31T15:18:00.001-07:00

Italy...Laromita Colors
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

The colors of Italy and especially Laromita are shown in this small painting. I hope to paint a larger version of this work in the future.

My Peonie Flower

2007-06-25T12:44:00.001-07:00

My Peonie Flower
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

The peonie you see here was taken from a photo I made of one my Wife liked. The trick to getting the blue cast was to photograph my Mac's computer screen with the peonie photo showing, then scan and reload the photograph. I think the effect is very nice.

My Peonie Flower

2007-06-25T12:40:00.001-07:00

My Peonie Flower
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

Abstract Watercolor Painting

2007-06-13T09:32:00.001-07:00

Abstract Watercolor Painting
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This painting was done after I discussed a workshop with a fellow painter. It is based on the idea that abstract design can lead the eye around the painting.

Tom Herrin

2007-05-15T12:25:00.001-07:00

Tom Herrin
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This is me and my painting of a rose that I grew in my backyard. Notice that I won a prize for the painting which was shown in the Arkansas League of Artists show at the Layman Library in North Little Rock, Arkansas.

Two Rivers Park

2007-04-17T12:59:00.001-07:00

Two Rivers Park
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

Daffodil

2007-03-04T14:35:00.001-08:00

Daffodil(rev#3)
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This paintings was done after I saw a similar one in a watercolor magazine. It seems to work very well. This type of painting can be used for setting up a print using a limited run-say 25 prints

Print of Sunflower at Scott, Arkansas

2007-02-09T13:31:00.001-08:00

Print of Sunflower at Scott, Arkansas
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

The print shown is from a photograph I took at Scott, Arkansas. The photo was transferred via computer and colored in pencils. I then photographed the colored pencil study and had a slide made. The slide was scanned to my computer (Mac) and fiddled up to what you see in the print adjacent. I have printed one artist proof and plan to print an addition of about 25 prints for sale. It was a long process but very rewarding.

New Orleans Workshop Painting

2007-02-02T13:26:00.001-08:00

New Orleans Workshop Painting
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

BigDamBridge

2007-02-02T13:10:00.001-08:00

BigDamBridge
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

The Big Dam over the Arkansas River

Mid-Southern Watercolorist Annual Show

2007-01-27T09:20:00.001-08:00

Mid-Southern Watercolorist Annual Show
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

Tom's painting OFFKEY has been recently selected for the Mid-Southern
Watercolorist Annual Show. Congratulations Tom!

Arkansas River Valley Fall Colors

2006-12-19T15:00:00.000-08:00

Arkansas River Valley Fall Colors
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

I painted this watercolor on a plein air outing with David Cook. The fall

colors are shown beautifully If I must say so myself.

OffKey

2006-11-10T08:32:00.000-08:00

OffKey
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

OffKey is a painting I recently finished using a technique I learned in John
Salmanin'S Workshop in New Orleans. First you define shapes using arbitrary
materials you find in magazines such as Architectual Digest, or other design
oriented magazines. Then you transfer the design to a sheet of watercolor
paper using one of several methods to enlarge the design. I use my computer
because it is easier for me. Next you decide on a center of interest and
paint your shapes with colors which assist the eye to fine the COI. Finally,
I use collage to enhance my painting in and around the center of interest.
There is much more I will explain in my workshop this next April. I hope you
like OffKey - notice that the seventh note fell out of the COI.

Uploaded by Tommy the Artist on 7 Nov '06, 4.14pm CST.
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Untitled-Abstraction#3

2006-10-18T11:38:00.000-07:00

Untitled-Abstraction#3
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

Untitled Abstraction#3 is a work I recently completed using the principles of design. The small section shown is near the center of interest of the painting. Principles used include line, shape, value color, movement, size and pattern. I did a randomly generated under painting using mostly red and yellow in acrylic paint. The texture shown comes from covering the painting with plastic wrap, bubble wrap, string, and wax paper. After it dryed for 48 hours I removed the various wraps, string and wax paper and then took a mat 16"x20" and looked for a painting with abstract design as the primary goal. Later I painted over the under painting with acrylic paint to develop a pattern of colors and shapes. Finally, what you see is what you get. Try it, you may like painting using abstract design and principles.

Gulpa Gorge Bridge

2006-09-12T09:47:00.000-07:00

GulpaGorgeBridge
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This could be a beautiful painting. I admit it would be really hard to paint. I am considering taking a shot at this one next. We will see what happens.

White Wagon Farm Field Sketch

2006-08-24T09:42:00.000-07:00

WhiteWagonFarm(rev)
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This little sketch looks great as a note card. Try using your small sketchs on note cards or as miniture painting, usually 5x7" or smaller

NewMexicanPot(Web)

2006-08-07T09:49:00.000-07:00

NewMexicanPot(Web)
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This painting of a New Mexican pot I saw in Santa Fe is all about the beautiful colors in the background. Just what you would see in the sky and earth in this lovely corner of the universe.

Sailboats

2006-07-31T09:05:00.000-07:00

Sailboats(rev)
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

The color/value study show here was used to develop a painting of the sailboats at Jolly Roger's marina in west Little Rock. The painting turned out to be different but that happens some of the time.

Yazoo Pass-field sketch

2006-07-16T08:42:00.000-07:00

YazooPass-(field-Sketch)
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

Some artist do value studies, other color studies, or just line drawings. I prefer what I call a field sketch which combines a value study with a study of color and line work. It is obvious from this sketch that the major contrast in the painting will be from the boat, to the trees and the water. When you see the final painting you can tell me how well I did.

Yazoo Pass Flat Bottom Boat

2006-07-15T15:19:00.000-07:00

FlatBottomBoat(11x14)
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This is the final composition for the Yazoo Pass Flat Bottom Boat painting. The idea was for the eye to have a path to follow from the boat along the reflection of the cypress tree to the reflections in the water on the upper left of the photo. The day the photo was taken was hot and sultry thus the choice of dark and warm greens and yellows contrasted with the cool blues and grays in the boat colors and in the water in the left lower portion of the panting. A small amount of sky reflection was included in the water in the lower left of the scene to be painted. The painting is complete and will be shown here soon. Stay tuned.

Yazoo Pass Flat Bottom Boat

2006-07-10T18:22:00.000-07:00

YazooPass(gb+db)
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

I took this photo while visiting at Moon Lake, Mississippi for my Mother-in-Law's 87th Birthday party. The day was hot and sultry so I took my sketch book and camera down to the Yazoo Pass which runs to the lake. The pass was dug during the Civil War thus has a lot of historic value. The flat bottom boat was floating low in the water beside a large tree. You can also see a cypress tree reflection in the water. I have already painted the boat in oil and watercolor. I hope to get the paintings posted soon for all to see.

New Mexican Pot

2006-06-13T12:59:00.001-07:00

NewMexicanPot(revweb)
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This photo was taken in Santa Fe during a watercolor workshop with Barbra Oline, a very good Arkansas painter, who has recently moved to Taos, New Mexico. The photo provided a reference for a watercolor I painted at Amy Hill Imler's studio where I paint each Thursday. I will post the painting as soon as I get it finished. Hope it's soon.

KatyRoadPink Buds

2006-06-09T13:20:00.000-07:00

KatyRoadPink Buds
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This photo is of my back yard Katy Road Pink Rose. The buds were just opening as I took the picture.

Katy Road Pink

2006-05-16T07:07:00.000-07:00

Katy Road Pink
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This Katy Road Pink Rose from my garden provided the subject for a recently completed oil painting. I think it is just beautiful. It was painted on watercolor paper and finished using liquin as a medium and top coat. However, I was recently told that I should also varnish the painting after the paint cures. It takes about six months for the oil paint and liquin to cure.

Jackson Square Final Painting

2006-03-27T15:36:00.000-08:00

Jackson Square Final Painting
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

The painting shown here is the final version sent to the framer. Note the strong vertical and horizontal forms that lead the eye around the painting.

Jackson Square...New Orleans

2006-03-04T14:55:00.000-08:00

Jackson Square
Originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

Jackson Square is a watercolor painting of the heart of New Orleans. I took a photograph on a recent trip to the City which I used to compose the painting. I will be back in the City next month for a workshop with John Salminen and plan to visit the square. I plan to submit the painting to Watercolor USA this year. Wish me luck.

Jackson Square

2006-03-04T14:38:00.000-08:00

Jackson Square, originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

Jackson Square is at the heart of New Orleans. This full sheet 30"x22" painting was composed for a photograph I took on my last trip to the City in 2002. I will be back in the City for a watercolor workshop next month with John Salminen.

OneTree

2006-02-19T11:23:00.000-08:00

OneTree, originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

Study of a tree.

Benched Chickens

2005-12-14T11:17:00.000-08:00

BenchedChickens(rev), originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

This painting of chickens on a bench is one of two such painting I have done this year. The second one was given to my Son and Daughter-in-Law as a house warming and Christmas present. This form of semi-abstract work is very popular now-days. I plan to paint more painting in this style in the coming year.

Merry Christmas

2005-12-03T04:29:00.000-08:00

Merry Christmas, originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

First, you attend a watercolor card workshop. Then, you paint a watercolor painting of a winter scene. A little trick of using Corel Paint to change the watercolor to a woodblock print produces the card seen here. Just mount it to a card blank and send it to your friends and relatives. Merry Christmas, again.

David's Birdhouses

2005-10-24T09:52:00.000-07:00

David'sBirdhouses, originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

David Cook's Birdhouses...A watermisable oil painting...Honorable Mention at the Artist in the Forest Show...I also received a First Place in oil pastel. Just luck I guess.

Willie's Birthday

2005-09-11T15:51:00.000-07:00

Willie's Birthday, originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

Willie Nelson's 2nd Birthday. Willie was born on the day John Cash died. He has been a pure joy to my wife and I. We look forward to many more of Willie's birthdays.

Five LittleTrees

2005-08-05T13:38:00.000-07:00

Five LittleTrees, originally uploaded by Tommy the Artist.

David Cook and I paint out-of-doors each wednesday. This small watercolor is typical of the paintings I have done on these wednesday outings. They are not all this good but sometimes you just get luck.