Wednesday, June 27, 2018

Ventura Dry Dock

I usually look for complimentary colors to stain the canvas. Here is was a burnt sienna which seems to work well with the overcast day. 12" x 12" oil

Olivas Adobe Rose Garden

Demonstration Painting  in oil  6" x 11".

Tuesday, June 12, 2018

Something's Cookin'

I am dedicated to bringing something new to my paintings. Here is an example of how I am trying to tie plein air and imagination together in a pntg. Creativity is taking chances with your work.

Sunday, June 3, 2018

Airport Hanger Sketch

Here's a sketch of a hanger at the Santa Paula Airport which was stopped when the owner decided to shutter the view. I must have had 35 minutes to work on it. I had the basics in place, so I only had to push some of the spots of color to make it work for me.  11x 14" oil on canvas board