Merry Christmas & Happy New Year

I had to send along this photo of my dog, Bailey. He's such a ham and, though he hates dressing up, he'll tolerate a few minutes long enough to snap a photo.
I'm taking this week off from doing a painting as I am flat out trying to get commissions done for customers.
The shop is open and doing better than I expected and will be open until the 24th. If you're in the area, please stop by.
Please have a very Merry Christmas, holiday season and Happy New Year. Be good to eachother and I look forward to posting new works in 2010. Thank you for following my blog.

Amherst, NH

Winter is upon us with a vengence. We had 10" yesterday and I just finished shoveling. It is truly beautiful when you don't have to drive in it. I am fortunate that my home/studio/shop are in one building so the commute is great.

This painting is of the historical church in Amherst, NH. I once had the pleasure of singing with a choral group at the church and we were accompanied by their pipe organ. It gave such depth to our concert.

#35 5x7 $65 sold

The Cog Railway, Mt. Washington, NH

This painting will give you an idea of how far I will go to show detail in some of my work. The Cog Railway takes passengers up the steep slopes of Mt. Washington. It is a thrilling experience.

I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving with family and friends.

The shop is open and we have our Holiday Open House over the weekend (Dec. 5-6). Lots of homemade Christmas cookies and hot mulled cider to warm the innards.

#34 8x10 $125 Sold

In A One Horse Open Sleigh

I like painting night time winter scenes. It brings out the contrast of snow and sky. The building is actually our Community Church
which is a huge part of the town.

New Boston is the picture perfect New England town. We'll have our tree lighting ceremony shortly with choirs and townspeople singing. It is a beautiful town and my friends are amazed at the friendliness of the people whom they meet.

There was a time, when I first moved here, that you knew most everyone either by sight or acquaintance. Now we've grown to over 5,000 and I am one of the "oldtimers" having lived here over 30 years (tho' not to those born and raised).

I love this town and it's people.

#33 2.5"x3.5" $30

The Tree Line

I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving. I enjoyed the day with my family and took time to appreciate all I have.

The shop is getting busy with all those people who actually plan ahead for their gift giving. I'm always late deciding and shopping. I do make most of my gifts, except for my grandson, who has specific ideas in mind.

I am posting this painting of a tree line at Dixville Notch. It is near to the Balsam's Hotel and I love the colors, especially in the mountains in the background. I am sure I will be constantly late in posting during the holidays. So much to do and so little time. Sound familiar?

8x10 $85

Skating at Parker's Mill

This miniature scene is an old grist mill in my town. So many of the buildings have been kept up

and that is to the credit of its residents. There is great pride for what was old in New Hampshire and I am always amazed at the work that is done to maintain the small town image.

I am very fortunate in this day and age to have such wonderful and caring friends and neighbors. So many "city folk" long for those good old days and I get to experience them.

New Boston, New Hampshire certainly has a special place in my heart.

#32 Miniature 3.5x2.5, matted $30 Sold

Family Night Out

Another mini. Very busy week with shop open and commissions coming in for the holidays.

Weather is getting colder each day and I'm not quite ready for the snow to fall. Winter is a great time to evaluate your art from the previous year and take risks or try new things.

I've wanted to try abstract art for many years but didn't know how to approach it. I've got a few ideas I'd like to try and see what happens. I'll post one when I finally get it done. For some reason, it's scary to step outside what is familiar. It's time I try...

#31 2.5x3.5 in 8x10 mat $30 Sold