Van Gogh, Sun and Breeze

We need more light and heat, especially with another impending snowstorm. These are vibrant outdoors paintings of his (along with one bright indoor dining room) with which I am not familiar.  He's amazing.  He's made it possible for us to sense the textures of the surrounding countryside, the warmth of the sun, the movement of the air, and the feel of the day.

Sunny Lawn in a Public Park 1888

Wheat Field with Cypresses 1889

Wheat Field 1888

Wheat Field with a Lark 1887

Painter on his Way to Work 1889

Harvest at La Crau

 

Andy Smith, Contemporary American Watercolor Artist

I met Mr. Smith on a trip several years ago to Lancaster, PA, where he lives. He is a self-taught painter whose vision of finding the charm, texture and beauty in everyday things captured my eye. I especially love his windows and doorways.

You can enjoy more of his paintings on his website or at one of the shows at which he exhibits. To quote Mr. Smith, "I .... feel honored that I can earn a living by doing something I so thoroughly enjoy. I am blessed beyond my expectations."

Still Life

Autumn Invitation

Backyard Shadows

Bittersweet

Harvest Finished

New Bounty

Redside Reflection

Waterford Sunshine 2013