Moss Landing Neighbors

6″ x 8″ oil on linen panel

I’m struck by the juxtaposition of the white boats and dark cypress trees in the harbor at Moss Landing. The cypress trees are a roost for snowy egrets who are endlessly entertaining. Still, I managed to restrain myself and haven’t included the birds in this small painting.

Ski or Surf?

14″ x 11″ (private collection)

Winter morning on CA-17. It makes me smile each time see two vehicles passing with one carrying skis or snowboard and the other with a surfboard. In this case the silver Tesla is headed to Tahoe while the green Chevy in on the way to Santa Cruz. You’ve got to love California even with all of the crazy imperfections. This view is from an overlook at Glenwood Drive.

Morning Oak

9″ x 12″ oil on linen panel

Coastal Live Oaks are part of the natural heritage of our area. I painted this one at daybreak in Carmel Valley. In this piece, I tried to capture the moment as the fog lifted before the distant hills came into view.

Pacific Checkmate

11″ x 14″ oil on linen panel

I had to scramble to try to catch the late afternoon light streaming between these rock monoliths at Sue-Meg State Park (formerly Patrick’s Point). The stone towers seemed to be in conversation or perhaps in the midst of a chess match.

Exhibited …

2024 – Coastal Arts League “Iconic California”

2022 – Redwood Art Association “Humboldt Open”

Sturdy Cypress

9″ x 12″ oil on linen panel

I painted this from Moonstone Beach in Westhaven California. As I began the painting the fog was lifting so I raced to catch the veil it cast over the distant trees before the sun took over which it did for about 20 minutes. After that, the fog came back in full force. So … this painting is really about the moments in-between and catching a sense of peace even as things constantly change.

Exhibited …

2022 – Redwood Art Association “Humboldt Open”

Celadon Morning

12″ x 16″ oil on linen panel

I painted this from a hill above Trinidad California. This area has become one of my favorites anywhere. Here, I’ve tried to catch the celadon cast of the water on a quiet September morning.

Exhibited …

2023 – Coastal Arts League “Member Show”

2022 – Redwood Art Association “Humboldt Open” (Honorable Mention)

Nestled In

8″ x 10″ oil on linen panel

Between intermittent morning showers, I painted this piece in an area called Arcata Bottoms. I loved the cozy feeling associated with a home and barn set off by large trees.

Exhibited …

2022 – Redwood Art Association “Humboldt Open”