Cornelia Arts Building Open House - This Friday

Cornelia Arts Building Open House

WHEN: Friday, March 12th from 6-10pm
WHERE: 1800 W. Cornelia, Chicago, IL 60657

Stop by my studio #201 and say hello.

Featuring more than 30 local artists (and FOTA members) working in a range of media, the regular Open House at the Cornelia Arts Building is a family-friendly event that highlights the contribution of local artists to Chicago’s cultural scene.

Open House events offer an inside-look at working artists studios, and an opportunity to view up-and-coming talent as well as work by established arts professionals. Artwork on display includes paintings and drawings, sculpture, photography, print making, ceramics, mixed media, and jewelry. This is a FREE event.

http://corneliaartsbuilding.com

Cornelia Arts Building Open House - This Friday

Cornelia Arts Building Open House

WHEN: Friday, March 12th from 6-10pm
WHERE: 1800 W. Cornelia, Chicago, IL 60657

Stop by my studio #201 and say hello.

Featuring more than 30 local artists (and FOTA members) working in a range of media, the regular Open House at the Cornelia Arts Building is a family-friendly event that highlights the contribution of local artists to Chicago’s cultural scene.

Open House events offer an inside-look at working artists studios, and an opportunity to view up-and-coming talent as well as work by established arts professionals. Artwork on display includes paintings and drawings, sculpture, photography, print making, ceramics, mixed media, and jewelry. This is a FREE event.

http://corneliaartsbuilding.com

New Paintings: Aerial Landscapes

The first aerial landscapes series is finished. About two weeks and 30-40 hours of painting time. The photo doesn't really show all of the layers and colors. Come check out the details up close at the Cornelia Arts Building Open House Friday night.

New Paintings: Aerial Landscapes

The first aerial landscapes series is finished. About two weeks and 30-40 hours of painting time. The photo doesn't really show all of the layers and colors. Come check out the details up close at the Cornelia Arts Building Open House Friday night.

New Paintings: abstract aerial landscapes

abstract aerial landscapes (works in progress), acrylic on canvas

I spent more time working on this new series today. I painted them at the same time so that they all have consistent color harmony. The earth tone color palate for this series is slightly different than what I usually use. I will be adding a little more texture on the water and the finishing up some of the lines. 90% finished with these four pieces - still time to do one large one before the Cornelia Arts Building open studios.

New Paintings: abstract aerial landscapes

abstract aerial landscapes (works in progress), acrylic on canvas

I spent more time working on this new series today. I painted them at the same time so that they all have consistent color harmony. The earth tone color palate for this series is slightly different than what I usually use. I will be adding a little more texture on the water and the finishing up some of the lines. 90% finished with these four pieces - still time to do one large one before the Cornelia Arts Building open studios.

New direction - abstract aerial landscapes

water series (works in progress), acrylic on canvas, 2010

This is a new direction for me. A similar color palate that I normally use but the rivers and lakes imagery and abstract style is different for me. I haven't done abstracts for a long time so it feels good to explore - focusing more on the colors and shapes vs. image details.

The rivers and lakes are based on aerial photographs I took from an airplane somewhere over Michigan/Canadian border. So far, there are four paintings in the works with more to come. I'm shooting to have these done in time for the Cornelia Arts Building open house on March 12th. If I can, I'll thrown in a larger-scale piece too.

New direction - abstract aerial landscapes

water series (works in progress), acrylic on canvas, 2010

This is a new direction for me. A similar color palate that I normally use but the rivers and lakes imagery and abstract style is different for me. I haven't done abstracts for a long time so it feels good to explore - focusing more on the colors and shapes vs. image details.

The rivers and lakes are based on aerial photographs I took from an airplane somewhere over Michigan/Canadian border. So far, there are four paintings in the works with more to come. I'm shooting to have these done in time for the Cornelia Arts Building open house on March 12th. If I can, I'll thrown in a larger-scale piece too.

Painting in Progress: paris - latin quarter - grass

This painting based on a photo from the Latin Quarter in Paris, now has grass and a park-like setting. There is no park in the original photo. I added it in because there are so many parks and open spaces or plazas in Paris. Along with the short buildings, it doesn't feel as dense as it really is. I'm thinking I might embellish this scene further by changing the street to the Canal St. Martin - a great place for a picnic in the afternoon.

Painting in Progress: paris - latin quarter - grass

This painting based on a photo from the Latin Quarter in Paris, now has grass and a park-like setting. There is no park in the original photo. I added it in because there are so many parks and open spaces or plazas in Paris. Along with the short buildings, it doesn't feel as dense as it really is. I'm thinking I might embellish this scene further by changing the street to the Canal St. Martin - a great place for a picnic in the afternoon.