"Perk Up"

6" x 6"
Pencil on Masonite
$80

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This is an antique coffee pot from my collection. A conversation with some friends this evening has really gotten me thinking about the purpose of pieces like this one. I don't think anyone would argue that this piece is particularly thought provoking, meaningful, or "spiritual" in any sense. Often times, because of this I am tempted to dismiss these pieces as mere exercises, with no real purpose. However, if I devote myself fully to Christ and to the work that he has given me to do, then whatever I create, no matter how trivial it may seem, will be a reflection of Him. It is a thought I need to constantly remind myself of as I am dashing off a quick painting between work and all the other things I am committed to.

"Reflections"

6" x 6"
Oil on Masonite
SOLD


This is the same subject as a couple of days ago, just a different angle. The thing I like about painting reflections is that they border on the abstract. This piece is completely identifiable as a coffee press, but the color and the randomness of the reflections almost become something else. There is so much color in this object, even though most people would describe it as being "silver."

"Fresh"

6" x 6"
Oil on Masonite
SOLD

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I love holidays. They give me so much more time to paint! I'm really happy with this one. Hope you enjoy it, and happy 4th.

"Grouping"

6" x 6"
Oil on Masonite
$80

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I had my family staying with me this weekend, and all the mugs sitting around gave me the inspiration for this one. I like how the light shining up through the wicker table reflects off the side of the ceramics.

"To Go"

6" x 6"
Oil on Masonite
$80

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This piece covers my other two favorite subjects- coffee and spills! I think this is a familiar sight for many of us- the top of a coffee to go cup. This piece is the first that I have done that is not from an actual still life or photograph. It was a combination of a photo of the lid of a cup, a little experimenting with making rings, and the memory of some of the other spills I have painted recently. It was a good experiment in creating a composition from several sources.

"Brew for Two"

6" x 6"
Oil on Masonite
SOLD

I have been told that the piece "Morning Comfort" that I did two weeks ago was highly coveted, and there was much disappointment when it was sold. So, for those of you who missed that one, here is another coffee piece for you. Plus I know how excited Laurie gets when I take her suggestions! What could be better than a nice cup of coffee, except for sharing a cup with someone else?

"Coffee Savings"

6" x 6"
Oil on Masonite
$80

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This is from my collection of coffee memorabilia. It is a bank made to look like a tin of Eight O'clock Coffee.

"Morning Comfort"

6" x 6"
Oil on Masonite
SOLD

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One of my favorite things to do in the morning is to sit and savor a cup of coffee. Most mornings I am not able to do this as I am rushing around getting ready for work. This morning was a different story! This was a moment worth commemorating. This piece is also my 60th daily painting!