I plugged one of my paintings into artificial intelligence and this image developed. Next, I created an oil painting of the image on canvas. I then painted the returns (sides) of the canvas red, and I sealed the work with resin.

I plugged one of my paintings into artificial intelligence and this image developed. Next, I created an oil painting of the image on canvas in oil. Following that, I painted the returns (sides) of the canvas red, and I sealed the work with resin.

This men’s extra large wool felt top hat with satin ribbon and satin lining is titled, “A Penny For Your Thoughts.” The piece is clad in 2021 pennies which have been coated with resin to retain their luster. The platform is a 12” x 12” gallery wrapped canvas. This artwork can be displayed on a table top or hung on a wall.

In this collection I have paid homage to master artists of days gone by, while introducing a new brush stroke - the circle. This 40” x 30” acrylic is presented on gallery wrapped canvas. The design wraps around to the sides.

Acrylic painted authentic fine quality XL men’s felt wool top hat with satin ribbon. The artwork also includes 2021 pennies which have been sealed with resin to prevent tarnishing. The base is a 12” x 12” x 1.5” gallery wrapped canvas. The piece may be placed on a table or hung on a wall. The hat and base are affixed together permanently, with heavy duty screws which are hidden from view.

Original Pen and Ink Illustration on Acetate. To collect this piece, visit my “STORE” page, then select the “CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE ILLUSTRATIONS” tab.

LINCOLN meets Chagall is in progress. Check back to see finished piece, which incorporates acrylic paint and silver and gold leaf.

This beautiful piece may be hung on a wall or displayed on a table. The figures are painted in acrylic. Accents on the sides and base include silver metal leaf, acrylic paint and 2021 pennies, which have been coated with resin to prevent them from tarnishing. The hat is a real, full size, men’s felt, wool, top hat. The base is a gallery wrapped canvas which measures 12” w x 12” h x 1.5” d.

In this piece, created in oil, I used three different painting styles.

(1) PEACHES AND CREAM style (skin)

(2) RIBBONS OF COLOR style (hair)

(3) PALETTE KNIFE (blouse and background)

Ribbons of Color style, oil

Style Example: In this piece, created in acrylic on canvas, I used my “PEACHES AND CREAM” style.

This painting incorporates two different styles in one piece, painted in oil.

(1) PEACHES AND CREAM style (all skin)

(2) PALETTE KNIFE style (hair and background)

This portrait in oil is an example of two different styles developed into one piece.

(1) PEACHES AND CREAM style was used on the skin and hair.

(2) PALETTE KNIFE style was used on the background and dress.

Commission Example: Lady Liberty

In this piece was created in acrylic in my Pantone style.

In this piece, created in oil, I used three different painting styles.:

(1) PEACHES AND CREAM style (skin)

(2) RIBBONS OF COLOR style (hair)

(3) PALETTE KNIFE; LANDSCAPE TECHNIQUE (dress, sky and background)

This is an example of my RIBBONS OF COLOR style in oil.

Silver metal leaf, rhinestones, pearls and silver lame’ fabric.

Silver lame’ fabric and pearls sewn onto a 3-D printed mask base which has been decorated in silver leaf metal and rhinestones.

3-D printed bones, chrome spray paint and a black Nike glove

3-D printed scales in Dragon Scale Purple hue. Backing is cross-stitch fabric. Ribbon and pearls finish this one-of-a-kind purse.

Gold metal leaf, chrome paint, black oil and acrylic paint, and purple oil paint over resin cast faux granite finished 28” high lion figure.

Here we are in my studio on day one of progress on this new idea of putting Lincoln in landscape, with Lincoln on horseback in a large prairie scene.

My thumbnail painting hangs on the left. The practice piece measures 12” x 12” and was painted in oil and top coated for UV protection. My final format hangs at the right. This piece is a 30” diameter circle. The circle tells a story. We spend many hours on our devices looking at social postings. This circle reflects us.

The finished piece, RBG: Powerhouse, 30” diameter circle painted in my signature Ribbons of Color style in oil.

Here is the full-sized painting, in progress, and the thumbnail study in my studio at Apple Canyon Lake, IL.