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"It takes two to paint. One to paint, the other to stand by with an axe to kill him before he spoils it." ~William Merritt Chase


Smarty pants
CSMART open studio Thursday night

OK, update on Tuesday morning - not Sunday afternoon. 
Renovation is a dirty word, but is now happening in my home.

Boca painting students - no class on Friday, Nov. 11th
Veterans Day - Go see Joe Green's veteran's day parade

The very coolest man - Patrick Blanc - designer of vertical gardens 
Wonderful article in the Wall Street Journal on Saturday about Mr. Blanc
His desk is placed upon a large aquarium, has 10 different types of birds in his home for insect control and starts his days with a glass of champagne.
His sketches are outrageous plans of plants
He makes wire sculptures for the plants to grow upon
He looks a bit like a leprechaun - a wonderful life of creativity


George Shipperley Great example of "everything is an abstract!"
Reminds me of Klimpt's work. Beautiful color statements.
Second place in Artist's magazine contest for landscape/interior


Brad Lethaby
I am quite fond of his landscapes - wonderful brush strokes and color sense.


Michael Mentler Very creative portrayal of the figure
Notice how he incorporates a grid


Noah Buchanan 
I notice the influence of his instructors - especially Assael
He earned a MFA from the NY Academy
Exquisite understanding of color and anatomy


Kristy Gordon
Look at her "Barbie still lifes!" 
Barbie is a boomer icon. I had the first version with the b/w bathing suit.
See how anything can be beautiful.
Love the diptych of Barbie and the beauties.
Gordon has put her hard work as a painter to use by making a statement.


See you all soon - Enjoy your weekend off.





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