An impressionist view of the “secret” 19th-century garden behind the Merchant’s House Museum in the East Village in New York City. Painted digitally on my iPad, this verdant oasis in the middle of Manhattan evokes a slower-paced, more genteel era. Painted in shades of green and terra cotta, with pops of red and violet, this […]
Summer Stroll – Boston Public Garden Art Print
From my travels in Boston this summer. This watercolor print was inspired by a quiet stroll through the Boston Public Garden. It’s one of my favorite gardens – America’s first botanical garden, designed by Frederick Law Olmstead. My intention was to capture the feeling of walking along Olmstead’s formal garden path, surrounded by lush greenery […]
Sketchbook: End of Summer
That End of Summer Wistful Feeling…. I know summer isn’t officially over, but Labor Day Weekend always feels like the end of summer. This contemplative beach scene was painted digitally on my iPad, using the Procreate App.
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 […]
Garden Party Painting
For the last day of summer….. a sun-dappled garden party painting, created digitally on my iPad. It’s 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 3-4 business […]
Heirloom Tomato Sketches
This time of year the fruits and vegetables at the farmer’s markets are a feast for the eyes, as as well as the palette. Inspired by all this delicious bounty, I made these heirloom tomato sketches the other day, painted very quickly in watercolor.
Fig Season in My Studio
It’s fig season in my studio! I’ve been having fun sketching these deep purple beauties….and eating them afterwards. It’s 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 […]
Fire Island Plein Air Art Print
The other day our friends invited us to visit them on Fire Island, a beautiful barrier island off the coast of Long Island, New York. The dreamy sea view from their deck was quite spectacular and I was inspired to take out my Ipad and make this plein air painting. It’s available as a print in my online shop. […]
Sketchbook: Lincoln Center at Night
New York City in August has a reputation for being hot and smelly. A place to escape from. But summer in the city has its advantages. The city is a lot less crowded. And in the cool of the evening, when the lights come on, the atmosphere can be magical. Here’s an August evening view (from my sketchbook) of Lincoln […]
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. […]
Manhattanhenge Abstract New York Skyline Painting – Wall Art
Priced from $30 Buy Now Twice a year in New York City, the setting sun aligns with the east-west streets of Manhattan. This phenomenon is known as Manhattanhenge. Painted in shades of navy blue, yellow and peach, with red and lavender accents, this abstract New York skyline painting print captures this event from Long Island […]
End of Summer Cape Cod Beach Paintings
Savoring the end of summer with three new watercolor beach paintings from my recent travels to Cape Cod. These paintings are for sale available as prints 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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
Red & White Striped Dress
A whimsical watercolor fashion illustration of a woman in a red and white striped sundress on a lime green background. This colorful 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, gallery-wrapped canvas, metal or […]
Vintage Bathing Suit Fashion Art
These watercolor fashion figure studies evoke the 1940s with the inspiration of a vintage-style bathing suit and a snood. These retro chic fashion paintings are available as prints 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. […]
A White Summer Hat
On this hot July day….a watercolor fashion illustration of a woman in a wide-brimmed white hat, orange sundress and wedge heels. This vibrant 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, gallery-wrapped canvas, metal […]
Floral Bathing Suit, Turban & Sunglasses
In this summer watercolor fashion illustration hot summery colors – orange, yellow and bright pink. This whimsical 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, gallery-wrapped canvas, metal or acrylic. Custom artwork is ready […]
