Chambered Nautilus

oil on canvas
12'' x 12"

Here's another of my gallery paintings. The Chambered Nautilus. This is one of my favorite shells. I've painted it twice, and have a third rendition on the easel now. This painting was recently delivered along with the Beach Lamp to my new gallery on Cape Cod - Wynne/Falconer. If you are interested in finding out more about this piece you can contact the director by clicking here.

Water Pitcher

oil on canvas
12'' x 12"

I thought I'd use my blog to bring attention to work on display at my galleries. Present work that I've just completed, and others painted in the recent past. This piece is one of two paintings currently available at Stricoff Fine Art, Ltd., in New York. I was officially brought on board yesterday, and I hope it will prove to be a long, and successful relationship. If you'd like more information about this painting you can contact the director by clicking here.

Beach Lamp

oil on canvas
18'' x 36"

I thought I'd use my blog to bring attention to work on display at my galleries. Present work that I've just completed, and others painted in the recent past. I also wanted to illustrate, with this piece, that all of my paintings are not done in a square format. This image came from a home in Seaside Florida. I was struck by the geometry of the lamp, and its shadow cast across the blank stucco wall. There's a lot of negative space, but I felt it was an integral part of the composition. This painting was recently delivered to my new gallery on Cape Cod - Wynne/Falconer. If you are interested in finding out more about this piece you can contact the director by clicking here.

Iced Tea

oil on canvas
12'' x 12"

I thought I'd use this venue to bring attention to some of my gallery pieces. Present work I've just completed, and show some done in the recent past. Iced tea is a subject I really enjoy, but have only attempted a few times. Summer is not too far off, and so my thoughts go to that cold brew. This painting is currently at the Seven-O-Seven Contemporary Gallery in Santa Fe. If you are interested in finding out more about this piece you can contact the director by clicking here.

Pool Bowl No.6

oil on hardboard panel
6'' x 6"

sold

I've been working on some new 6 x 6's for ebay. I'll be putting up one each night this week covering a variety of subjects. As these auctions progress I'll be working on new pieces for the galleries, and will post those images as they are completed. Tonight I'm listing another bowl of pool balls.

Espresso

oil on hardboard panel
6'' x 6"

sold

I've been working on some new 6 x 6's for ebay. I'll be putting up one each night this week covering a variety of subjects. As these auctions progress I'll be working on new pieces for the galleries, and will post those images as they are completed. Tonight I'm listing that little espresso cup.

Green Pear

oil on hardboard panel
6'' x 6"

sold

I've been working on some new 6 x 6's for ebay. I'll be putting up one each night this week covering a variety of subjects. As these auctions progress I'll be working on new pieces for the galleries, and will post those images as they are completed. Tonight I'm listing the second of my "in progress" pieces.

Flatware

oil on hardboard panel
6'' x 6"

sold

I've been working on some new 6 x 6's for ebay. I'll be putting up one each night this week covering a variety of subjects. As these auctions progress I'll be working on new pieces for the galleries, and will post those images as they are completed. Tonight I'm listing one of my "in progress" pieces.

In Progress

I don't usually post images of my work until I'm finished. Many times paintings don't meet my expectations, and they get gessoed over then replaced with another painting. Karen has let me have it a number of times when I've destroyed a piece that she loved, but I couldn't live with. So, my works in progress can have a very short life. But Lisa Gloria very politely asked me to show some works "in progress", and I couldn't say no. These images are at the first pass stage. A second, and occasionally a third pass is necessary to finish the painting. They are 6 x 6 inch squares painted on hardboard panels. If they survive I'll post the completed versions next week when I plan to list another five on ebay.

Pool Platter II

oil on hardboard panel
6'' x 6"

sold

I've been working on some new 6 x 6's for ebay. I'll be putting up one each night this week covering a variety of subjects. As these auctions progress I'll be working on new pieces for the galleries, and will post those images as they are completed. Tonight I've returned to the Pool Balls. I just love their vivid colors, and highly reflective surface. If you'd like to bid on this painting you may click on the following link. Bid on this painting.

Two Bowls

oil on hardboard panel
6'' x 6"

sold

I've been working on some new 6 x 6's for ebay. I'll be putting up one each night this week covering a variety of subjects. As these auctions progress I'll be working on new pieces for the galleries, and will post those images as they are completed. Tonight I'm putting up a couple of glass bowls. I've been working on trying to achieve the milky translucence of this type of material. If you'd like to bid on this painting you may click on the following link. Bid on this painting.

Cherry Bowl

oil on hardboard panel
6'' x 6"

sold

I've been working on some new 6 x 6's for ebay. I'll be putting up one each night this week covering a variety of subjects. As these auctions progress I'll be working on new pieces for the galleries, and will post those images as they are completed. Tonight I'm back to another one of my favorite subjects - cherries. If you'd like to bid on this painting you may click on the following link. Bid on this painting.

Cup and Spoon

oil on hardboard panel
6'' x 6"

sold

I've been working on some new 6 x 6's for ebay. I'll be putting up one each night this week covering a variety of subjects. As these auctions progress I'll be working on new pieces for the galleries, and will post those images as they are completed. Tonight I'm back to one of my favorite subjects - the coffee cup and spoon. If you'd like to bid on this painting you may click on the following link. Bid on this painting.

the Daily Painters Guild

Some months back a number of artist/bloggers began to connect with each other via links to their blogs. Fifteen artists who paint daily decided to create a single site where their work could be shown together. After a few months of discussion and planning the Daily Painters Guild was formed. I feel very privileged to be a member of this group. I have, without exception, the greatest admiration, and respect for all the painters involved.

The DPG is the subject of the current post on Charley Parker's blog Lines and Colors

I will also be posting some new pieces next week. I've been busy with some commissioned paintings, which I usually don't list on this site.

Pool Platter

oil on hardboard panel
6'' x 6"
sold

I've been working on some new pool ball compositions. It's just so fun to use bright colors for a change. I've got a few in the clear glass mixing bowl, and have some in ceramic dishes. I like the look of the vividly colored balls in the simple white plates and bowls. Hopefully, a few of these will become larger pieces for the galleries. If you'd like to bid on this painting you may click on the following link. Bid on this painting.

Isabelle's

oil on premire gallery wrapped canvas
20'' x 20"

Karen and I have been approached by a gallery on Cape Cod to offer our work there. The gallery is in Chatham MA, and is called Wynne/Falconer. The gallery has been there for nearly 50 years, and principals Kenny and Allison Wynne are excited to have us included in their roster of artists. They followed the progress of our show here in Atlanta through this blog, and were very happy with our success. I believe that we will be a good match.

Having spent the last couple of months preparing for our show at Twinhouse, it will be fun working up some ideas for paintings to send up to the cape. I have one painting there now. It's another view of Isabelle's. A restaurant in a victorian home located near the foot of the Appalachian mountains in north Georgia.

I'll be placing images of upcoming work for this gallery on my blog as each is completed. If you are interested in purchasing this piece click on purchase info for contact information to Wynne/Falconer gallery. Purchase Info

HollingsworthSquared - the Reception

Well . . . it was a great night! Despite the rather dreary weather, and with no photographic evidence to prove it - the upcoming pix were taken after the gallery closed - the house was packed. Karen and I were stunned at the turnout.



There were the loyal, and true friends that attend all of our openings. Enthusiastic relatives happy to be there to lend their support to their; son, daughter, aunt, uncle, nephew, niece or cousin. And, an appreciative audience of generous guests. Some who came to look, and voice their, very complimentary views, and others that came to purchase.



Sales for the night were impressive. Of the twenty paintings I presented, sixteen sold, one is on hold - needed permission from their accountant to buy, and three remained unsold. Suprisingly, they were some of my favorites: the "Scissors", the small dead bird, "Fallen", and the "Eggs & Fork". I think the little bird just made people too sad.



Karen's sales were even more impressive when you consider that the sizes of her paintings were considerably larger than mine. Ranging from 24 x 36 / 36 x 36 / 48 x 48. Of the fourteen paintings she presented, eight have sold, with one on hold.



It was a wonderful night. All of the visitors that spoke with us were very positive about our work, and happy to see so many red dots. Karen and I drove home drunk on the enthusiastic response we had received from so many guests over the course of the night.

This morning we walked into our studio, scanned the empty walls, and sobered up to the realization that our "fifteen minutes" was over, and it was time to get back to work.

I'd like to say once again, how appreciative I was of the comments you all left on this blog regarding the paintings I was working on for this show. Thank you.

Coffee Master

oil on premire gallery wrapped canvas
10'' x 10"

Well the time has almost come. About 24 hours from now we'll start getting ready to leave. We had a wintery mix of rain and ice this morning, but the weather looks like it will be pretty nice tomorrow evening. Hopefully people will feel inclined to head into town on a winters night. Fortunately I was able to complete all twenty paintings for the show. Fingers crossed, Karen and I will see some red dots before the evening ends. I'd like to say that I am very appreciative of all the comments you've written concerning each piece. It has helped to minimalize my anxiety as it relates to my choice of subject matter and execution. We're pretty excited. I think tomorrow night will be fun. Click here to preview all of the paintings for the show.

If you are interested in purchasing this painting prior to the opening night, click purchase info for contact information to the Twinhouse Gallery. If you do purchase the painting, it must remain in the gallery until the show has completed its' run. Purchase Info

The email service of Twinhouse gallery will be down for a few days. If you'd like to contact the gallery for purchase information on any of these paintings you may email me, and I'll forward the request to the gallery. The phone number to the gallery is included in the contact information if you choose to call the gallery directly. My email address is: jnhgallery@earthlink.net. Thanks.

Pool Bowl II

oil on premire gallery wrapped canvas
10'' x 10"

The email service of Twinhouse gallery will be down for a few days. If you'd like to contact the gallery for purchase information on any of these paintings you may email me, and I'll forward the request to the gallery. The phone number to the gallery is included in the contact information if you choose to call the gallery directly. My email address is: jnhgallery@earthlink.net. Thanks.

Here is another completed painting intended for the winter show at Twinhouse. I couldn't resist the color of the pool balls, and so . . . Pool Bowl II. Opening night for the show is only a few days away, Friday, February 2nd. Click here to preview all of the paintings for the show.

If you are interested in purchasing this painting prior to the opening night, click purchase info for contact information to the Twinhouse Gallery. If you do purchase the painting, it must remain in the gallery until the show has completed its' run. Purchase Info

Bulb Vase

oil on premire gallery wrapped canvas
10'' x 10"

The email service of Twinhouse gallery will be down for the next three days. If you'd like to contact the gallery for purchase information on any of these paintings you may email me, and I'll forward the request to the gallery. My email address is: jnhgallery@earthlink.net. Thanks.

Here is another completed painting intended for the winter show at Twinhouse. It's a lot of light bulbs. The date has been changed for the opening. It has been moved to Friday, February 2nd. Click here to preview the completed pieces to date.

If you are interested in purchasing this painting prior to the opening night, click purchase info for contact information to the Twinhouse Gallery. If you do purchase the painting, it must remain in the gallery until the show has completed its' run. Purchase Info

Microscope

oil on premire gallery wrapped canvas
10'' x 10"

Here is another completed painting intended for the winter show at Twinhouse. I received this microscope from my brother years ago, and I think it's the coolest thing. I painted it once before, and was looking for a reason to do it again. The date has been changed for the opening. It has been moved to Friday, February 2nd. Click here to preview the completed pieces to date.

If you are interested in purchasing this painting prior to the opening night, click purchase info for contact information to the Twinhouse Gallery. If you do purchase the painting, it must remain in the gallery until the show has completed its' run. Purchase Info

Kettle

oil on premire gallery wrapped canvas
10'' x 10"

Here is another completed painting intended for the winter show at Twinhouse. I've lost track of how many times I've painted this little kettle, and I plan to paint it many more times in the future. The date has been changed for the opening. It has been moved to Friday, February 2nd. Click here to preview the completed pieces to date.

If you are interested in purchasing this painting prior to the opening night, click purchase info for contact information to the Twinhouse Gallery. If you do purchase the painting, it must remain in the gallery until the show has completed its' run. Purchase Info

Espresso Cup with Spoon

oil on premire gallery wrapped canvas
10'' x 10"

Here is another completed painting intended for the winter show at Twinhouse. It's the espresso cup again, along with a teaspoon. The date has been changed for the opening. It has been moved to Friday, February 2nd. Click here to preview the completed pieces to date.

If you are interested in purchasing this painting prior to the opening night, click purchase info for contact information to the Twinhouse Gallery. If you do purchase the painting, it must remain in the gallery until the show has completed its' run. Purchase Info

Mug & Spoon

oil on premire gallery wrapped canvas
10'' x 10"

Here is another completed painting intended for the winter show at Twinhouse. It's my favorite heavy mug, along with a teaspoon. The date has been changed for the opening. It has been moved to Friday, February 2nd. Click here to preview the completed pieces to date.

If you are interested in purchasing this painting prior to the opening night, click purchase info for contact information to the Twinhouse Gallery. If you do purchase the painting, it must remain in the gallery until the show has completed its' run. Purchase Info

Cherry Linen

oil on premire gallery wrapped canvas
10'' x 10"

Here is another completed painting intended for the winter show at Twinhouse. It's similar to an earlier painting, with the exception that the complete bowl is shown along with a greater expanse of linen. There has been a slight change in the schedule of the opening. The date has been moved to Friday, February 2nd. Click here to preview the completed pieces.

If you are interested in purchasing this painting prior to the opening night, click purchase info for contact information to the Twinhouse Gallery. If you do purchase the painting, it must remain in the gallery until the show has completed its' run. Purchase Info

Cherries

oil on premire gallery wrapped canvas
10'' x 10"

I was thinking that it might be a good idea to put up some, or possibly all, of the paintings I was planning to present for my January show at the Twinhouse Gallery. This way I could show the relationship between some of the "studies", and the completed paintings, in a single venue. My goal is to have approximately 20 of these 10 x 10 paintings for the show. I don't know if I can complete that many or not, with only three weeks left. I need to get to work.

If you are interested in purchasing this painting prior to the show click here for contact information for Twinhouse Gallery. If you do purchase the painting, it cannot be picked up or shipped until the show has completed its' run. Purchase Info

Eggs & Fork

oil on premire gallery wrapped canvas
10'' x 10"

I was thinking that it might be a good idea to put up some, or possibly all, of the paintings I was planning to present for my January show at the Twinhouse Gallery. This way I could show the relationship between the "studies", and the completed paintings in a single venue. My goal is to have approximately 20 of these 10 x 10 paintings for the show. I don't know if I can complete that many or not, with only six weeks left. I need to get to work.

If you are interested in purchasing this painting prior to the show click here for contact information for Twinhouse Gallery. If you do purchase the painting, it cannot be picked up or shipped until the show has completed its' run. Purchase Info

Cherry Bag

oil on premire gallery wrapped canvas
10'' x 10"

I was thinking that it might be a good idea to put up some, or possibly all, of the paintings I was planning to present for my January show at the Twinhouse Gallery. This way I could show the relationship between the "studies", and the completed paintings in a single venue. My goal is to have approximately 20 of these 10 x 10 paintings for the show. I don't know if I can complete that many or not, with only six weeks left. I need to get to work.

I paint cherries quite a bit, but I've never placed them in a cellophane bag before.

If you are interested in purchasing this painting prior to the show click here for contact information for Twinhouse Gallery. If you do purchase the painting, it cannot be picked up or shipped until the show has completed its' run. Purchase Info

Fallen

oil on hardboard panel
10'' x 10"

I was thinking that it might be a good idea to put up some, or possibly all, of the paintings I was planning to present for my January show at the Twinhouse Gallery. This way I could show the relationship between the "studies", and the completed paintings in a single venue. My goal is to have approximately 20 of these 10 x 10 paintings for the show. I don't know if I can complete that many or not, with only six weeks left. I need to get to work.

The finished painting of the bird did not vary much from the study. I just wanted to increase the size in order to include a bit more detail, and subtle variation in the feathers.

If you are interested in purchasing this painting prior to the show click here for contact information for Twinhouse Gallery. If you do purchase the painting, it cannot be picked up or shipped until the show has completed its' run. Purchase Info

Vintage Scissors

oil on hardboard panel
10'' x 10"

I was thinking that it might be a good idea to put up some, or possibly all, of the paintings I was planning to present for my January show at the Twinhouse Gallery. This way I could show the relationship between the "studies", and the completed paintings in a single venue. My goal is to have approximately 20 of these 10 x 10 paintings for the show. I don't know if I can complete that many or not, with only six weeks left. I need to get to work.

The finished painting of these scissors did not vary much from the study. I just wanted to utilize the entire length of the blades. I loved that little bit of rust on the inside blade.

If you are interested in purchasing this painting prior to the show click here for contact information for Twinhouse Gallery. If you do purchase the painting, it cannot be picked up or shipped until the show has completed its' run. Purchase Info

Espresso Cup II

oil on hardboard
10'' x 10"

I was thinking that it might be a good idea to put up some, or possibly all, of the paintings I was planning to present for my January show at the Twinhouse Gallery. This way I could show the relationship between the "studies", and the completed paintings in a single venue. My goal is to have approximately 20 of these 10 x 10 paintings for the show. I don't know if I can complete that many or not, with only six weeks left. I need to get to work.

If you are interested in purchasing this painting prior to the show click here for contact information for Twinhouse Gallery. If you do purchase the painting, it cannot be picked up or shipped until the show has completed its' run. Purchase Info

Glass Insulator

oil on hardboard panel
6'' x 6"

sold

I borrowed this insulator from Jeff Cohen a long time ago to paint, but it just sat on a small shelf in our kitchen. I saw the sunlight shining through it the other day, and thought to myself, "man, I've got to paint that thing right now".

PercCup

oil on hardboard panel
6'' x 6"

sold

There's something about the shape and reflective quality of this percolator that grabs me. I'm sure people will tire of it one day, but for now I'll continue our relationship. Those old, and really heavy mugs are also terrific.

Glass Sphere II

oil on hardboard panel
6'' x 6"

sold

What can I say, I love painting this glass sphere.

Egg Bowl

oil on premire gallery wrapped canvas
10'' x 10"

I was thinking that it might be a good idea to put up some, or possibly all, of the paintings I was planning to present for my January show at the Twinhouse Gallery. This way I could show the relationship between the "studies", and the completed paintings in a single venue. My goal is to have approximately 20 of these 10 x 10 paintings for the show. I don't know if I can complete that many or not, with only six weeks left. I need to get to work.

Fortunately, tonight I finished this painting of brown eggs in a bowl just in time to be included in the daily painters group effort for all of us to create an egg painting for sunday.

If you are interested in purchasing this painting prior to the show click here for contact information for Twinhouse Gallery. If you do purchase the painting, it cannot be picked up or shipped until the show has completed its' run. Purchase Info

Pool Bowl II

oil on premire gallery wrapped canvas
10'' x 10"

I was thinking that it might be a good idea to put up some, or possibly all, of the paintings I was planning to present for my January show at the Twinhouse Gallery. This way I could show the relationship between the "studies", and the completed paintings in a single venue. My goal is to have approximately 20 of these 10 x 10 paintings for the show. I don't know if I can complete that many or not, with only six weeks left. I need to get to work.

Maple Leaves II

oil on hardboard panel
6'' x 6"

click here to bid on this painting

This is a second look at the wonderful Japanese maple tree in our backyard. It was in it's full autumn color as I took this picture. This view includes a pair of seeds.

Silver Plate

oil on hardboard panel
6'' x 6"

sold

Tonight it's reflection rather than refraction, again. This time its' a couple of silver plated pieces from my shiny collection. Our kitchen is visible in the kettle.

I'll be painting "studies" in the coming weeks to test some ideas for larger paintings I plan to use for a show at Twinhouse in January 2007. Since I intend to use a square format for all of the paintings in that show, I felt the six by six size I've been using for my auctions would be a good platform to experiment with theme and composition.

Maple Leaves

oil on hardboard panel
6'' x 6"

sold

The Japanese maple in our backyard is in its' full autumn glory, and I couldn't help but try and reproduce that beauty on a six by six inch square of masonite. The sun was just above the horizon, and this view was from beneath the canopy, with the light shining through the leaves. The effect was akin to a stained glass window.

Three Percolators

oil on hardboard panel
6'' x 6"

sold

Tonight it's reflection rather than refraction. I like shiny, and coffee percolators are shiny. I've picked three of my favorites for this composition.

I'll be painting "studies" in the coming weeks to test some ideas for larger paintings I plan to use for a show at Twinhouse in January 2007. Since I intend to use a square format for all of the paintings in that show, I felt the six by six size I've been using for my auctions would be a good platform to experiment with theme and composition.

Fallen

oil on hardboard panel
6'' x 6"

sold

I have to preface this description with the statement that I love my two cats. But, it breaks my heart when they bring home their trophies. Many times their captives are still alive, and we can persuade them to relinquish their hold. Unfortunately today that was not the case, when this beautiful creature was left at our doorstep. Painting it won't bring it back, but I feel that I'm, in some way, paying my respects. I know it's silly, but it makes me feel a little better to think it.

I'll be painting "studies" in the coming weeks to test some ideas for larger paintings I plan to use for a show at Twinhouse in January 2007. Since I intend to use a square format for all of the paintings in that show, I felt the six by six size I've been using for my auctions would be a good platform to experiment with theme and composition.

Bob Deyber - Living the Dream

Bob before the kiosk in Dallas announcing his show.

Bob Deyber is truly living the dream. His association with the gallery Martin Lawrence was officially announced with his debut at their location in Dallas Texas a week ago. He was given the red carpet treatment from the moment he stepped off the plane. And that was just the beginning.

The opening was a huge success, as evidenced by the large, and enthusiastic crowd. By the end of the evening, virtually every painting had been sold. With a number of collectors buying multiple pieces.

Street entrance of the Boston gallery.

This scenario was repeated the following week when his Boston debut took place. Boston was a little more personal since it had been his home for a number of years, and many old friends were in attendance.

The entire gallery was his.

The Boston opening was another financial success in that, like Dallas, all but two paintings had sold as the show came to a close. I don't believe that there are too many of us who wouldn't love to experience that level of success one day. Congratulations Bob!

Cherry Bag V

oil on hardboard panel
6'' x 6"

sold

I'll be painting "studies" in the coming weeks to test some ideas for larger paintings I plan to use for a show at Twinhouse in January 2007. Since I intend to use a square format for all of the paintings in that show, I felt the six by six size I've been using for my auctions would be a good platform to experiment with theme and composition. Tonight I've returned to cherries. I really wanted to add a little color to my line up. Plus, I will definitely have a couple of cherry paintings in the show, and I wanted to get my chops back up.