Nipomo Eucalytpus

"The Sappling"

20" X 24" Oil on Canvas
I've been working on larger pieces lately and at the same time experiencing massive problems with my computer when trying to start up. This is a newer computer using Vista and I'm still going through the problem more often than not. Aside from those woes, I've been able to concentrate on larger works since the new year. I'm really enjoying working larger but they do suck up more time to produce...still a lot of fun.
This one was painted from a reference photo taken in a stand of eucalyptus trees in Nipomo, CA that I love to visit. This young little tree was catching the most wonderful light hidden in between it's older brothers. The young leaves showing off their great shades of bright greens in the background of muted darks and the pale ochres of the grasses. Hard to resist not painting this one.

On The Easel

....On The Easel Aug 26, 2010....

Just finishing up on this one. It's 15" x 30" on stretched canvas. The oak tree was up in Nipomo and looked pretty stately so onto the canvas it went. I like the look of a nice old oak tree especially the larger ones and this guy fit the bill perfectly. This tree is right next to the Dana Adobe property, just south of it, so if you're ever in Nipomo go have a look at it. Now onto the next painting.....

Nipomo Field

"Nipomo Field"

5" X 7" Oil on Panel
At the recent show in Nipomo at the Dana Adobe I spent time enjoying the field next door. Large trees in the distance and all of the grasses in ochre and greens. Fields surround the old town of Nipomo and farming is still a major deal up there. It's nice to take a drive through the backroads there and explore. Great way to spend some time and some film too.
$100.00