My parents were right. Each year goes by a little faster than the last.
2016 proved this point for me. As I look back, I can't believe how fast this year came and went. Overall, it was a good year both personally and professionally.
Before I dig into 2017, I want to reflect on some of my personal favorite paintings from 2016. Yes, I know, I'm not supposed to play favorites. But while I like to refer to my paintings as "my children," it's only a figure of speech. So, therefore, I get to play favorites at the end of the year.
Here, in no particular order, are some of the paintings from this past year that really stuck with me (for the right reasons!). Enjoy, and I'll see you in 2017.
Parallel Universe 18 x 18 pastel.
I thought that this piece from the heart of Chicago captured the woman and the brilliant summer light effectively.
Please Continue to Pull Forward 12 x 24 pastel.
I chose this piece because of its unusual subject matter and its optimistic title. What better philosophy for how to proceed through life?
Woodward Avenue, Detroit 6 x 12 pastel.
Luminous light, bright colors, and strong shapes made this piece from Detroit pop.
Skyscape No. 9, Sapphire Spring 8 x 12 pastel.
I have positive vibes about this landscape because I discovered the subject while on a bike ride.
Star Gazers 36 x 36 oil on canvas.
I wanted to begin working in oils because it would allow me to work larger. Here's one of my first larger pieces in oil.
