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LATEST ARTICLES ( 26 )

• Follow Me On Instagram Or Facebook

  

  Hi Folks.  I'm retiring this painting blog.  Come follow me on Instagram or Facebook. - Justin Read more

  Posted on 20 December 2016 ART & DESIGN, CULTURE

• Autumn Colors

  

  Autumn Colors 6x8 in. Purchase (Purchase with Frame) Read more

  Posted on 07 November 2012 ART & DESIGN, CULTURE

• Black Earring

  

  Sometimes the most interesting thing about a portrait is not the likeness of a face but the way lines and shapes are organized to make that likeness. Read more

  Posted on 06 June 2012 ART & DESIGN, CULTURE

• Black Earring

  

  Sometimes the most interesting thing about a portrait is not the likeness of a face but the way lines and shapes are organized to make that likeness. Read more

  Posted on 06 June 2012 ART & DESIGN, CULTURE

• Early Mountain Snow

  

  Happy New Year everyone! Hope your 2012 is a good one. Early Morning Snow 17x17 inches - Oil on linen Read more

  Posted on 02 January 2012 ART & DESIGN, CULTURE

• Still Life with Turnips

  

  When I lived in Scotland I ate a lot of turnips and potatoes.  This kind of meal is often affectionately refered to as "Neeps and Tatties".  For some reason I... Read more

  Posted on 02 January 2012 ART & DESIGN, CULTURE

• Two Sketches

  

  A couple of recent sketches from downtown Salt Lake City, Courthouse. It was a beautiful sunny day that ultimately submitted to gray sky's and white snow. Winte... Read more

  Posted on 06 November 2011 ART & DESIGN

• Head Sketch No.3

  

  The key to being a good artist's model is an ability to hold a pose for an extended period of time. Some are better at it than others. Read more

  Posted on 21 April 2011 ART & DESIGN, CULTURE

• Still Life with Turnips

  

  When I lived in Scotland I ate a lot of turnips and potatoes. This kind of meal is often affectionately refered to as "Neeps and Tatties". For some reason I fel... Read more

  Posted on 18 April 2011 ART & DESIGN, CULTURE

• Strawberries and Bottle

  

  This painting is available framed upon request: Strawberries and Bottle 6x6 inches - Oil on linen panel SOLD Read more

  Posted on 10 April 2011 ART & DESIGN, CULTURE

• Evening Landscape

  

  Exploring a bit with this one. I started with a warmer base than usual.. a strong reddish brown. I think it really adds to the contrast and mood of the scene... Read more

  Posted on 08 April 2011 ART & DESIGN, CULTURE

• Strawberries and Bottle

  

  This painting is available framed upon request: Strawberries and Bottle 6x6 inches - Oil on linen panel View Auction Read more

  Posted on 05 April 2011 ART & DESIGN, CULTURE

• Help Japan Auction - Salt & Pepper Shakers

  

  Buy a painting and help Japan! All proceeds from the sale of this painting will go to the Japanese Red Cross Society.  Please consider bidding on this painting... Read more

  Posted on 05 April 2011 ART & DESIGN, CULTURE

• Flowers with Red Vase

  

  I've been working on this painting for the last couple of days. I typically paint in one session and then I'm eager to move on to the next piece. It's a nice... Read more

  Posted on 31 March 2011 ART & DESIGN, CULTURE

• Flowers with Red Vase

  

  I've been working on this painting for the last couple of days. Although that's not unusual I do typically paint in one session and then I'm eager to move on... Read more

  Posted on 30 March 2011 ART & DESIGN, CULTURE

• Flower

  

  Many thanks to those who have bid on the Help Japan Auctions. The Daily Paintworks and participating artists have raised about $18,000 so far. That's awesome!... Read more

  Posted on 29 March 2011 ART & DESIGN, CULTURE

• Flower

  

  Many thanks to those who have bid on the Help Japan Auctions. The Daily Paintworks and participating artists have raised about $18,000 so far. That's awesome!... Read more

  Posted on 28 March 2011 ART & DESIGN, CULTURE

• Help Japan Auction - Salt & Pepper Shakers

  

  Buy a painting and help Japan! All proceeds from the sale of this painting will go to the Japanese Red Cross Society. Please consider bidding on this painting o... Read more

  Posted on 22 March 2011 ART & DESIGN, CULTURE

• Two Roses

  

  Sometimes in the last stages of a painting, when it is almost fully realized, I add certain elements to make the painting complete. Read more

  Posted on 23 February 2011 ART & DESIGN, CULTURE

• Winter Sketch

  

  Sometimes a painting is all about the mood. It's not necessarily about the subject but rather the feeling that is painted. That's how I feel about this sketch. Read more

  Posted on 22 February 2011 ART & DESIGN, CULTURE