The River Clare

This is one of my paintings in the current show at Art Plus Gallery.  It is 18" x 18", and framed with a solid wood floater frame in natural finish. In case you are new to my blog, I handcraft my own frames in addition to painting the pictures! I posted about it here if you want to read a bit more about it.   It is a second love of mine (working in the wood shop), although, I don't think I'd want to do it full time...  It can be a back breaker!  Anyway, this painting was inspired by a 6" x 6" painting I did during the 30 in 30 challenge I took part in in January. I liked the little one so much, I wanted to see how it translated large.  I really like the larger version, but I must say, sizing up a small painting isn't as simple as one might think.  The qualities I loved in the small painting, such as fresh, simple brush strokes, are achieved differently on a large scale.  All in all, I am happy I sized this one up and am already planning some more!

The River Clare, 18" x 18", oil on canvas, framed
Available through Art Plus Gallery
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