Detail (Cat Lovers Society)

Cat's thought:
"Funny that mailbox looks just like me!"
"Really, how many twins do I have... just saw one in a bike basket... and now this!"

Detail (Cat Lovers Society)

A fine day to shine up the toys... like father like son.

Watch this magic... a super long cat under the quilt?

Check out the topiary cat... trying to catch a lark! 

Detail (Cat Lovers Society)

Wise cat quips: "Holy Catnip! There goes another one for the vet. Look at this guy with a lampshade."
"Well, I told ya guys don't play in the tree... or risk losing one of your 9 lives!"

DETAIL (Cat Lovers Society)

Blimp Ad for:
"PURR DELIGHT"
Gourmet Cat Chow by Snooty Chef Catboyardee.
So yummy good... comparable to the fabled "food of the gods!"
Your cat will purrrrr with delight!

I hope you have enjoyed viewing my painting...
watch for this work in Limited Edition print in the near future.
Until the next painting... thank you for visiting my blog.

DETAIL (The Merry Men of Swansea)

A retired couple waiting for their beers and snacks in their yacht named "Raymund" 2.4.D.C. (2-for-the-sea... get it?) LOL 

The Merry Men of Swansea

AN ORIGINAL PAINTING

Title: The Merry Men of Swansea

Image size: 24 x 30 in.

Medium: Acrylic on Canvas

 

The Merry Men of Swansea (Detail)

Swansea's old establishments... some I named after my nephews:
Russell-Scott Boatbuilders & Chandlery,
Capt. Rhy's Deep sea fishing Charter,
Simpson Brothers Ice Plant,
The famous Plucked Duck Pub & Grill, and
Swansea Inn (est. in 1960)... now you realized how old you are!
The boat's name is Missy Suzy.

The Merry Men of Swansea (Detail)

Happy Hour at the Plucked Duck Pub & Grill.
Friends enjoying an afternoon of get together.
See the old dog listens intently with an ear up to catch each melodious note.

I hope you have enjoyed viewing this painting.

Thank you for visiting my blog!

FISH TAILS & TALL TALES

This painting is juried into ARTS2006 Show at The Surrey Art Gallery, 13750 - 88 Ave., Surrey, B.C.

The Exhibition starts on June 30 to Aug. 27, 2006.

Opening Reception is on June 29, 7:00 PM.

Everybody is invited.

Thank you!

On The Waterfront

AN ORIGINAL PAINTING

Title: On The Waterfront

Image size: 24 x 30 in.

Medium: Acrylic on Canvas

This original painting is SOLD.

Repro print on paper (same size) is available.

Detail (On The Waterfront)

Francis' floatplane. 

Detail (On The Waterfront)

Working on more flowering plants to beautify Kenneth's Bed&Breakfast.

Detail (On The Waterfront)

Boy securing the boat line while his dog waits patiently. 

Detail (On The Waterfront)

Driving an SUV to the waterfront... for an afternoon of boating.

On A Clear Day

AN ORIGINAL PAINTING

Title: On A Clear Day

Image size: 24 x 30 in.

Medium: Acrylic on Canvas

Original painting is SOLD.

Repro print on paper is available.


This is a commissioned artwork... for Roderick of Toronto.

Detail (On A Clear Day)

A choice of good vintage wine at Bistro Alexander.

Detail (On A Clear Day)

The dog listens as the boy reads out a gripping story.

Detail (On A Clear Day)

A gull watches over the boats. 

DETAIL (IGY-2)

Close-up shot of the Gazebo. 

IGY-2

I just finished painting the gazebo... with a tabby cat enjoying a nap. 

DETAIL (IGY-2)

By the way, this house is a Bed & Breakfast on a spectacular setting.

I will post pictures of the finished paintings as soon as possible. Check back in a week or so.

Thank you!

(Please click picture for bigger view) 

DETAIL (IGY-1)

Close up of the shops. 

IGY-2

I'm now working on the conservatory... will next paint a breakfast table inside. 

IGY-1

Added the greeneries... now the houses are no longer 'floating.' 

IGY-2

 

IGY-1