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Finished painting, photographing, and posting this one with 36 minutes left in the day---close one (I did say I'd try and post something every day, didn't I). We spent the day at the zoo today, the wife, the kid and I. We had a blast.
welcome to the new website
It's not much different---it might even seem less impressive---but this new site will allow for much needed features including better handling of mobile devices and (eventually) a place to purchase paintings and prints, among other improvements. The old content is mostly still available, though many of the links may have become mangled in the process of moving.
In conjunction with this new site, I intend to start posting something here everyday. This will not necessarily be a painting a day but will include sketches and photos and hopefully more content beyond just the newest painting. Perhaps a few videos from time to time.
Don't worry, one of the first things I'll be adding back is a new gallery. I just wanted to get the site up and running first.
All that being said, thanks for stopping by and don't be a stranger!
Slow day today
I've been working on a couple of commissions---both of them nearly finished---so I haven't had time to post new paintings every day like I had hoped. Figured I'd post a note today telling you this in case you were worried. I see now that you had every confidence in me and were simply waiting patiently by, perhaps in anticipation of whatever new works of art would soon appear in this space. This might happen as soon as tomorrow---maybe tonight; I do have a landscape sitting here nearly complete . . .
More soon. Thanks.
wess foreman, artist
step by step
Step by Step, 14x11", $100I've done this image before. This time it's painted with more zing!
meritime abstract
Meritime Abstract, framed, 11.5x11.5", $120When I paint, I have a length of canvas covering my work area and I use this to wipe excess paint and water off my brushes. I get some interesting color combinations from time to time, and every now and then I turn them into paintings. This "meritime abstract" came about in just this way. I basically did nothing to it except kept myself from painting over the spontaneous seascape that occurred, then cropped it to fit a Goodwill frame I ran across recently. It is framed under glass.
old shed
Old Shed, 22x28", $300This is a refresh of a painting I did not too long ago. Added more of the "color stippling" (which isn't technically stippling, but as far as I know doesn't have a name . . . other than polka-dots, but that doesn't exactly apply). Anyway, I like the painting better now.
Atchafalaya #2
Atchafalaya #2, 24x30", N/A This one was commissioned by someone this week. It is a larger version of the 8x10" painting I did years ago. I like the way it turned out and I'm so glad someone got me to paint this one again. (could be more like it in the future)
ink sketch
Just a quick sketch with my new travel pen/brush hybrid. As you can probably tell by this sketch, the pen/brush doesn't "do" details. It has a fairly thick point. That said, it's fun to use. Here it is on amazon, if you're interested: link.
spring mosaic, a second look
I've begun adding paragraphs of text to a few of my paintings as part of the title/size/price tag. This will serve as explanation, backstory, insight, or information on the painting process which I think viewers would appreciate as they assess these paintings. I thought I'd start adding them here as well, so without further delay:
Spring Mosaic, 48x54", $1200
I've begun adding paragraphs of text to a few of my paintings as part of the title/size/price tag. This will serve as explanation, backstory, insight, or information on the painting process which I think viewers would appreciate as they assess these paintings. I thought I'd start adding them here as well, so without further delay:
Spring Mosaic, 48x54", $1200
Spring Mosaic, 48x54", $1200
I don't get to show this painting everywhere I go because of its size but it is one of my favorites. It is a great example of what most of my paintings aspire to attain: that careful balance of bright color which, when successful, creates a pleasing rhythm for the eyes to revel in. This painting began as an exercise in abstracting the wild flowers which were blooming at the back edge of my property. From there, it took on a life of its own. The final piece leaves me with feelings of happiness and joy. I get lost in the mosaic of colors.
five, in progress
Here's a snapshot of five little paintings in progress (bottom-left two are finished I think). My well-used worktable as background. Just thought I'd share.
p.s. If you're in the area, join me tomorrow at the Covington Art Market---Saturday, Dec. 1st from 9am to 1pm at the trailhead.
fortune teller, a second look
I've begun adding paragraphs of text to a few of my paintings as part of the title/size/price tag. This will serve as explanation, backstory, insight, or information on the painting process which I think viewers would appreciate as they assess these paintings. I thought I'd start adding them here as well, so without further delay, here's the first one:
Fortune Teller, 40x30", $700
I've begun adding paragraphs of text to a few of my paintings as part of the title/size/price tag. This will serve as explanation, backstory, insight, or information on the painting process which I think viewers would appreciate as they assess these paintings. I thought I'd start adding them here as well, so without further delay, here's the first one:
Fortune Teller, 40x30", $900
This grotesque portrait began as two misplaced eyes on a big canvas. This immediately brought to mind the many odd but compelling portraits by Pablo Picasso---not bad company, I thought. So I continued painting the garish blue face making alterations as I went until reaching the final image you see here. At one point, early on in the process, I added extra water to my paint and unleashed a series of drips over the canvas, some of which remain in the final piece adding interest and perhaps symbolizing tears made by this tragic make believe figure. My final judgment of the piece (of whether I would keep the painting or paint over it) came down to the fact that I found the painting interesting and, at times, hard to look away from.
Covington Art Market reminder
Anyone in the Covington area this Saturday should stop by the newly formed Covington Art Market. I will be there with my paintings (email me if you would like to see any specific ones, since I can't bring them all). Here are the details:
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THIS SATURDAY!!
December 1st - 9am - 1pm
COVINGTON TRAILHEAD
419 N. New Hampshire in Dowtown Covington
Working in partnership with the City of Covington, STAA is excited to bring our second Covington Art Market to Downtown Covington. Stop by the Covington Trailhead and get your holiday shopping under way. This juried art market will feature a talented group of artists working in various mediums including painting, photography, jewelry, wood, fiber, metal and more. There will be great gifts choices from original art, soaps, crochet hats, wall-hangings, pottery and purses just to name a few. All works for sale are created by regional artists. Because we are in a Cultural Arts District, all original art is tax free! So join us this Saturday, support local artists, pick up unique holiday gifts and save money!
The weather was beautiful today and I was quite pleased with the turn out for the Art Market. I ran into some familiar faces and my artwork gained a few new fans, I believe (or maybe people are just extra nice in Covington?). Thanks to everyone who came out today. Looking forward to the next one in February.
(emai me if you'd lke to be added to my newsletter list for future reminders and whatnot)
sheriff mason
Sheriff Mason, 14x11", watercolorAll things considered I did a pretty good job on this watercolor of my son. Especially since this is only my third or fourth watercolor I've done. The mouth is a little sloppy and so are the eyes. But the good points far outweigh the bad. I added texture to the vest by adding salt to the final dark-brown glaze. If I had a smaller brush I could have acheived better eyes. The mouth problem was just sloppiness on my part---no use blaming yourself, you weren't even there---I could probably fix the mouth problem, come to think of it.
I'll probably get this one framed (maybe after cleaning up the mouth a bit) and present it to the wife for Christmas.
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