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'Big Wheel Keeps on Turning' (a commission)

   15" x 30" unframed

   Acrylic on Canvas


Just Completed end March 2023


Inspired by:

  • the slow sunsets on Gozo/Malta
  • the permanence of large bodies of water
  • the harmony of all living creatures
  • the sound and lyrics of Blue Lines

'Zephryrus' 

   12" x 12" unframed / 20.5" x 20.5" framed

   Acrylic on Wood


Completed May 2020

On Exhibit (Scarsdale, NY) - available


Inspired by:

  • the spirit of the ancients
  • unpredictable Mediterranean weather
  • the colors in unusual alleyways, and
  • the wisdom of nature



'Python's Nest' 

   16" x 20" unframed

   Acrylic on Canvas


Completed December 2022


Inspired by:

  • the slow confidence, aloofness, and
  • the quiet and gentle danger of snakes
  • protecting and nurturing the young

'Life Cycle' 

   12" x 12" unframed / 19" x 26" framed

   Acrylic on Wood


Completed November 2021


Inspired by:

  • the wondrous stages of being
  • the power of regeneration, and
  • the unending journey of our souls

'Garden Furniture' 

   83" x 45" unframed

   Divided in to three weatherproofed panels

   Acrylic on Wood


Completed August 2022

On Exhibit (in my garden) - available


Inspired by:

  • the eternal garden 
  • the ever-changing seasons
  • the industry of our beloved insects, and
  • the color and majesty of nature

'Schlangengrube' 

   8" x 8" unframed / 10.5" x 10.5" framed

   Acrylic on Canvas


Completed October 2021

In Private Collection (UK)


Inspired by:

  • snakes again, and
  • in particular their patience, 
  • their protectiveness, playfulness, and
  • what feels like politeness
  • mixed with an assumed threat

'Someone's Watching You'

   8" x 10" unframed

   Acrylic on Canvas


Completed March 2021


Inspired by:

  • the silent watchfulness, and
  • comfortable presence of owls
  • in ancient forests and sacred woods
  • night hikes and full moons

'Golden Light' 

   8" x 8" unframed / 10.5" x 10.5" framed

   Acrylic on Canvas


Completed October 2021

On Exhibit (UK) - available


Inspired by:

  • the refraction of light through
  • a glass of amber nectar



'Mandala' 

   15.75" x 18.75" unframed

   Acrylic on Cardboard


A Work-in-Progress


Inspired by:

  • the secrets of ancient India
  • the complex simplicity of circles, and
  • the forever ripples on a lake

'Encroachment' 

   8" x 10" unframed 

   Acrylic on Canvas


Completed January 2023


Inspired by:

  • the destruction of natural habitats, and
  • poisoning of our rivers, lakes and oceans
  • autumn chasing winter

'WALL-e' 

   12" x 12" unframed / 20.5" x 20.5" framed

   Acrylic on Wood


Completed November 2020


Inspired by:

  • the wonderful octupus 
  • the Disney movie (obviously), and
  • the number twelve

'Summer Sunset' 

   8" x 8" unframed / 10.5" x 10.5" framed

   Acrylic on Canvas


Completed October 2019


Inspired by:

  • long, lazy summer evenings
  • the slow movement of everything, and
  • the rich tapestry of everywhere flowers

'Roman Candle'

   12" x 12" unframed / 20.5" x 20.5" framed

   Acrylic on Wood


Completed September 2021

On Exhibit (Scarsdale, NY) - available


Inspired by:

  • the imperialism of the Roman Empire
  • the brilliance of fireworks, and
  • the anonymity of masks

'Fishy' 

   12" x 12" unframed / 20.5" x 20.5" framed

   Acrylic on Wood


Completed August 2020


Inspired by:

  • the tranquility of Japanese gardens 
  • the vibrant colors of old San Diego, and
  • scuba diving at Bait Reef in Australia



'Seneca Major' 

   24" x 30" unframed

   Acrylic on Canvas


A Work-in-Progress 


Inspired by:

  • the big open skies of West Virginia
  • the power and mystery of its rivers, and
  • the magic of the endless forests

'Colonization' 

   8" x 8" unframed / 10.5" x 10.5" framed

   Acrylic on Canvas


Completed December 2020

In Private Collection (UK)


Inspired by:

  • the melting ice caps
  • the desperation and irony of Brexit, 
  • the theft of everything sacred

'Red Tunnel / Blue Tunnel' 

   36" x 36" unframed 

   Acrylic on Canvas


Completed May 2022

On Exhibit (in my house) - available


Inspired by:

  • the choices we make on life's journey
  • the Matrix (obviously), and
  • the expanding, and infinite universe

'Crush-dit' 

   8" x 8" unframed / 10.5" x 10.5" framed

   Acrylic on Canvas


Completed September 2021


Inspired by:

  • turtles sunning at Swan Lake, NY
  • turtles laying eggs, 
  • the fragility of their eco-system, and
  • the Disney movie (for the title)

'Heffalump'

   8" x 8" unframed / 10.5" x 10.5" framed

   Acrylic on Canvas


Completed October 2022


Inspired by:

  • the frog concerto in Chincoteague, VA
  • the lushness of spring, and 
  • promise of renewal
  • how different animals can look alike

'Harvest'  (set of four fitted together)

   12" x 12" each / 24" x 24" the set unframed

   Acrylic on Canvas


Completed September 2022

On Exhibit (UK) - available


Inspired by:

  • the long summers on the South Downs
  • filled barns and familiar smells, and
  • the colorful collection of crops




'Fractually' 

   8" x 8" unframed / 10.5" x 10.5" framed

   Acrylic on Canvas


Completed August 2020

In Private Collection (Detroit, MI)


Inspired by:

  • mesmerizing fractal equations
  • those ever expanding concentric circles
  • seed-laden flowers at season's end

'Rule of Eight' 

   8" x 8" unframed / 10.5" x 10.5" framed

   Acrylic on Canvas


Completed September 2022


Inspired by:

  • the magical qualities of eight
  • summer in the rear view mirror, and
  • an abundance of last minute bees

'Birch Bliss' 

   10" x 8" unframed 

   Acrylic on Canvas


Completed August 2021

In Private Collection (UK)


Inspired by:

  • the optimism of early blossom
  • a wood filled with young birch trees, and
  • the sanctuary of bird song

'Lunar Verde' 

   8" x 8" unframed / 10.5" x 10.5" framed

   Acrylic on Canvas


Completed October 2020

On Exhibit (Scarsdale, NY) - available


Inspired by:

  • the moon nestled between mountains
  • in Kärnten, Austria
  • the vastness of the universe, and
  • the fascination of Aztec worship

'Tandoor'

   8" x 8" unframed / 10.5" x 10.5" framed

   Acrylic on Canvas


Completed September 2022


Inspired by:

  • the ancient art of bread making
  • not least the perfect pizza, and
  • the colors and hustle of eastern markets

'Mushroom Cloud' 

   16" x 18" unframed / 20" x 24" framed

   Acrylic on Cardboard


Completed May 2022


Inspired by:

  • the spectacular array of mushrooms, and
  • how fast they fill the forest with spoors
  • the destructive power of atom bombs
  • colors 



'Nine Lives' 

   8" x 8" unframed / 10.5" x 10.5" framed

   Acrylic on Canvas


Completed January 2021


Inspired by:

  • a cats ability to survive 
  • the complexity and preciousness of
  • this essential valve for our one chance

'Windmill sunset' 

   16" x 20" unframed 

   Acrylic on Canvas


Completed November 2022

On Exhibit (UK) - available


Inspired by:

  • the sun's healing and destructive power
  • the sun's beauty and versatility
  • summer flowers, and
  • faraway destinations

'Life Stripes' 

   16" x 20" unframed 

   Acrylic on Canvas


Completed August 2022

On Exhibit (UK) - available


Inspired by:

  • all the places I have lived 
  • all the challenges I have faced
  • all the joy I have experienced, and
  • the requisite sadness along the way
  • big open fields for play 
  • endless summer days, and
  • freedom

'Morning Mood' 

   4" x 6" unframed

   Acrylic on Card


Completed March 2022

In Private Collection (Germany)


Inspired by:

  • the Morning Show opening credits
  • chaotic harmony in the garden
  • the smell of coffee 

'Barney & Co.' (six of a series of 15 images)

   11" x 17" unframed

   Acrylic on Foam Board


A Work-in-Progress


Inspired by:

  • the Flintstones (obviously) but
  • just this one; others influenced differently
  • childhood television influences
  • the many faces of human toil
  • the places I have been/seen
  • the playfulness of expression
  • teeth


Want to name each of the 15 pieces, influenced by 60's and 70's television - TBD and open to suggestions

Want to name each of the 15 pieces, influenced by 60's and 70's television - TBD and open to suggestions

Want to name each of the 15 pieces, influenced by 60's and 70's television - TBD and open to suggestions

Want to name each of the 15 pieces, influenced by 60's and 70's television - TBD and open to suggestions

Want to name each of the 15 pieces, influenced by 60's and 70's television - TBD and open to suggestions


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