6/21/2007

"Flowers for the Fallen" A memorial painting for the 9 Fallen Charleston Firefighters

Fort Moultrie National Monument flying the American Flag at half mast is the subject of of this painting in memory of 9 Charleston firefighters who lost their lives in the line of duty this week.

The row of wild flowers in the foreground seemed to make a natural setting with the fort and flag for a memorial. painting. This tragedy is the largest loss of fireman's lives in the line of duty since 9/11. Our hearts go out to their families.

The City of Charleston's Firemans Fund is accepting donations for the families of the firefighters. The Fireman's Fund address is PO Box 304, Charleston, SC. 29402.jFor a complete list of places to donate and fundraisers, go to www.charleston.net.

"Flowers for the Fallen"
11" x 14"
Oil on canvas panel

6/13/2007

A Portrait of A "Charleston Child"


I've use a light touch and high key palette of colors in this portrait of a fair haired "Charleston Child."

The subject of the portrait, Miss Ella comes from a family of many southern beauties. I'm glad to have painted her in this stage of life.

11"x 14"
Pastel on archival paper

"Hazy, Lazy Day" A painting of a Charleston Marsh Creek

This painting of Palmetto Islands County Park in Charleston shows a popular spot for fishing, crabbing, and relaxing.

This day the humidity in the air over the marsh made the trees seem to shimmer in a silver haze. It was a good day to "wet a line", paint a painting, or enjoy the beautiful scenery. It was a "Hazy, Lazy Day" in Charleston.

Oil on canvas 30"x26" framed in gold leaf
Price: $675.00