These two new floral paintings were inspired by a visit to the Kips Bay Decorator Show House, an annual event where top interior designers create fantasy rooms in a Manhattan house to raise money for after-school programs New York City children. There’s so much creativity in each room, it’s overwhelming to take it all in. […]
Hot Pink Carnation Wall Art
Buy Now A dramatic close up view of a hot pink carnation, painted digitally on my iPad in shades of fuchsia, lipstick pink, rose, and deep plum. This chic floral would create a joyful vibe any space. Imagine this artwork in a home office, feminine bedroom, or powder room against a dark wall. Each print […]
Peach and Yellow Carnations and Roses – Floral Art Print
Carnations and roses in full bloom surrounded by a riot of green foliage. This fresh floral art print is painted in drippy, fresh watercolor in soft shades of peach, yellow and green with vibrant pops of red-orange. The mood is joyful and carefree – like a walk in the park on a perfect spring day. […]
White Peony Art Print
If you really slow down and look, you’ll discover so many subtle colors in white. This white peony art print began its transformation with a bunch of grocery-store peonies in front of a white wall in my studio. This pastel floral painting was made with PanPastels on yellow PastelMat paper – a wonderfully “toothy” surface […]
Impressionist Style: NY Botanical Garden Orchid Show Print
An impressionist style watercolor painting, inspired by a recent visit to the New York Botanical Garden’s annual Orchid Show. This lush garden path filled with tropical color and dappled light is available as a print in my online shop. Each print is made to order in a choice of sizes and framing options; on fine art paper, gallery-wrapped canvas, metal […]
Pink Ranunculus Floral Art Print & Tutorial
Tiny pink ranunculus blooms in my studio were the inspiration for this new floral art print. Each print is made to order in a choice of sizes and framing options; on fine art paper, gallery-wrapped canvas, metal or acrylic. Custom artwork is ready to ship in 3-4 business days and comes with a risk-free 30-day […]
Watercolor White Hydrangea Print
A vase of white hydrangeas, illuminated by the morning light in my studio, was the inspiration for this recent watercolor painting. It’s available as a giclée print in my online shop. Each print is made to order in a choice of sizes and framing options; on fine art paper, gallery-wrapped canvas, metal or acrylic. Custom artwork is […]
New Paintings – August 2016
New Paintings of Paris, Fashion, Flowers and the New York Skyline…. Having done my vacationing earlier in the summer, I took advantage of that quiet period in August, when most sensible New Yorkers leave town. It was a gift to have uninterrupted time in the studio to work on new paintings. Paris That feeling of coolness in the midst […]
Pink Magnolias Blue Sky
After a spate of cold damp weather, spring has finally sprung here in NYC. A glimpse of pink magnolias fluttering against a clear blue sky was the inspiration for this spring-inspired watercolor painting. It’s available as an art print and as a throw pillow. Buy Now Buy Now
A Riot of Ranunculus
A big bunch of red, orange and yellow ranunculus flowers in my studio inspired this loose, drippy watercolor painting. It’s available in my online shop as a fine art print and as a throw pillow in custom sizes. Buy Now Buy Now Buy Now Buy Now
Florida Sketchbook: Art + Nature
Some sketches from my recent trip to Florida….. The first sketch is from a fascinating exhibit at the Norton Museum of Art: “O’Keeffe, Stettheimer, Torr, Zorach: Women Modernists in New York.” Not that this has to do with Florida exactly, but it was an inspiring experience from my trip. Shown here is a self-portrait by the wonderful Florine Stettheimer accompanied by a couple of ladies in […]
Pink, White & Aqua Shabby Chic Floral Painting – Wall Art
Priced from $30 Buy now This shabby chic floral painting is rendered in drippy, diaphanous watercolor in shades of pink, white, spring green and aqua blue. It’s available as a custom wall art print in my online shop. The perfect artwork to complement a shabby chic or cottage style room. Each print is made to […]
Tulips in My Studio Floral Art Print
In the winter months I always have fresh flowers in my studio. Often I’m inspired to paint them. These colorful tulips opened beautifully, swooping in all directions. This floral watercolor painting is available as a print in my online shop. Each print is made to order in a choice of sizes and framing options; on fine art […]
Watercolor Flowers Step By Step
The other day, my friend Arvind, a gifted photographer who has recently taken up drawing and painting, asked me how I go about painting watercolor flowers. I’m not sure I was helpful in answering his questions, but it occurred to me that some of you might be interested as well. Here is a step-by-step guide to my process. […]
In My Studio with Cosmos
The other day I was at the Union Square Greenmarket near closing time. A woman rushed by me carrying several bunches of beautiful Cosmos, like huge sprays of wildflowers. I was determined to find that vendor and buy some. Within a minute or so I found him packing up his tent for the day. A small number of bouquets remained on his […]
Rather Abstract Rose Paintings
Every June I’m inspired to paint roses. The only problem is painting roses has always vexed me. All those layers of petals somehow distract me from capturing the shape of the rose, the feeling of a rose. I get caught up in the details instead of paying attention to the overall effect. The key is to simplify the flowers down to their essence. […]
Summer Flip Flop Sandals Wall Art Print
This sunny watercolor of a pair of flip flop sandals makes me dream of summer days at the beach. Painted in soft shades of aqua blue and pink, this summer-inspired painting is available as a print in my online shop. Each print is made to order in a choice of sizes and framing options; on […]
Pink Cherry Blossom Watercolor Painting
In anticipation of spring I made this pink cherry blossom watercolor painting. This spring themed painting is available as a print in my online shop. Each print is made to order in a choice of sizes and framing options; on fine art paper, gallery-wrapped canvas, metal or acrylic. Custom artwork is ready to ship in […]
Alexis Mabille Paris Couture Spring 2012
These flower-shaped hats from Alexis Mabille’s Paris Spring 2012 Couture collection, a whimsical mix of fashion and art, were my inspiration for this watercolor fashion illustration. This colorful fashion artwork is available as a print in my online shop. Each print is made to order in a choice of sizes and framing options; on fine […]
Black Dress with Pink Roses
A dreamy, romantic watercolor painting of a woman in a black dress with pink roses and a big pink rose hair ornament. This pink and black fashion painting is available as a print in my online shop. Each print is made to order in a choice of sizes and framing options; on fine art paper, […]
