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Jan 31, 2010

William Wendt Quote

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“The true artist does not paint to please the public -but he holds the interest of all who think, for a work of art expresses the mind of its workman. In it are clearly reflected his vices and his weaknesses, as well as his virtues. He may deceive…

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Jan 30, 2010

Three Colors and the Truth

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The old saying goes all you need to know to play guitar is ‘three chords and the truth’. Keep it simple, tell the truth and put some soul into it. Not to offend any expert players because it certainly helps to know as much as you possibly…

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Sep 21, 2009

William Lathrop Quote

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‘Great art tells its story of the great loves and passions. The great hatreds may also be great art, if they find adequate expression.....Given the usual human equipment of sight and touch, that one will be the best artist who is most profoundly…

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Jul 6, 2009

Quote from John Adams

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“I must study politics and war, that our sons may have liberty to study mathematics and philosophy. Our sons ought to study mathematics and philosophy, geography, natural history and naval architecture, navigation, commerce and agriculture in order…

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Jun 30, 2009

Painting Video

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While I was on my trip to Tennessee and Alabama last month Chris Willis, a good friend of mine from Chattanooga, produced this really cool time-lapsed film of me while I was painting. Chris really knows what he’s doing. I am totally excited about…

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Jun 30, 2009

Mayflower Gulch

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Yesterday I met up with some friends in the mountains and painted at Mayflower Gulch near Leadville, CO. It was a beautiful day. Here are some photos.

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May 31, 2009

George Inness Quote

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“We are all the subjects of impressions, and some of us seek to convey the impressions to others. In the art of communicating impressions lies the power of generalizing without losing the logical connection of parts to the whole which satisfies the…

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May 31, 2009

Painting in Gore Range

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I recently traveled (Last week) over to the Gore Range Just north of Silverthorne, Colorado and was totally amazed and inspired by the rugged mountains. It was almost overwhelming, but I did manage to do a few studies that are not finished yet, but look…

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May 25, 2009

Break from painting

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On Memorial Day weekend I took a break from painting to climb my first 14er in Colorado (Mt. Antero, close to Buena Vista). I couldn’t hardly get out of bed this morning, but had an amazing time and saw many inspiring things I should paint. Here…

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Apr 30, 2009

Gruppe Quote

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“The best painters are general practicioners. They can paint everthing...You have to go to nature to learn and to get your inspiration. Outside you see and feel the character of our subject. It’s an open book. All you have to do is learn to…

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Apr 1, 2009

Persevering

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“Nothing will give permanent success in any enterprise in life, except native ability cultivated by honest and persevering effort.” -George Eliott (from Edgar Payne’s book ‘Composition of Outdoor Painting’)

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Mar 30, 2009

Good Day Painting

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Feels good to have accomplished something today (no wind in the studio!!)...I feel like I’m getting the depth I want in my painting...started getting tired so I made myself stop before things got sloppy. Hopefully tomorrow will be another good day.…

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Mar 29, 2009

William Wendt

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I’m psyched about ordering the new art book from the recent show of William Wendt’s work at the Laguna Art museum, ‘Natures Temple: The Life and Art of William Wendt’. I didn’t get to see the show but thanks to Dan Schultz…

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Mar 29, 2009

Another WIndy Day

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This afternoon brings another failed attempt at plein air painting. The closer I get to the mountains the windier it gets, So the choice is made, but still what an incredible day to drive along the S. Platte River and scope out painting sites

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Feb 25, 2009

Fearless Painting - Birge Harrison

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“Be courageous. Always dare to the limit of your knowledge and just a little beyond. You must show conviction yourself, if you would convince others....Aim to tell the truth; but if you have to lie, lie courageously. A courageous lie has often more…

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