New Painting: Sandpipers

I recently completed this 20"x24" oil painting on canvas. I love watching the little sandpipers running along the shore looking for sand crabs, and have been wanting to paint them for years, and finally did.  I may not be done with the subject and may try some other compositions with them. For more information on … Continue reading New Painting: Sandpipers

New Painting: Soft Pink Roses

I recently completed this 20"x24" oil on canvas of the neighbors' rose bush, and when they are in crazy bloom, I am mesmerized by them. They are big, soft, romantic blooms glowing in the late afternoon light. I have been wanting to paint them for some time, and finally did. For more information on this … Continue reading New Painting: Soft Pink Roses

New Painting: Two White Ducks

I finished a few paintings and would like to share them. Our local park has a large water element where ducks and other wildlife love to hang out.  I love to spend time there, it is so relaxing.  I am slowly working on a series of duck studies that reflect the beautiful colors of the … Continue reading New Painting: Two White Ducks

Matilija Poppies

New painting Just finished this painting of Matilija poppies.  They have been blooming in abundance, and I love how ethereal they are, like big, showy crepe paper fried eggs, or angels blowing in the breeze.  It is oil on canvas board, 11"x14".  You can see a larger image on my website: http://mmissman.com/matilija_poppies.html Save