'Morning Surf'

Unlike my previous post this painting features a more

subtle, later morning sky but of course it's all

about the curling surf here.

Walking out on the sand as far as you dare

without getting your feet wet is

an exhilarating adventure.

However as I stood there marvelling at the

sound of those waves and feeling the pulse of the

sea, I felt somewhat lame as hardy, wet suit clad

surfers ran past me and hurled themselves and their

boards into the crashing surf.

Trying to catch, what I was assured were

very "SWEET" waves...

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Oil on canvas 18 x 36.

Your thoughts & comments are always appreciated.

Jeffrey

'Sunrise On The Salish Sea'

Containing natures drama within the confines of

a particular size support and yet trying to allow

its raw beauty to some how be free is always a

challenge. Magically with a bit of paint

and some patient perseverance

we sometimes come close.

Alas it is after all but paint and canvas.

However artists do dream and

sometimes, even dreams can come true.

This is another one for my upcoming show

in March at the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria,

 more info to follow.

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Oil on canvas 36 x 48.

Your thoughts & comments are always welcomed.

Jeffrey

'Maple & Snow'

Last Monday I had the honour of painting

this piece as a demo for the Windsor Park Art Club.

It was the start of a Victoria snow event

so the subject fit in nicely.

They are a very enthusiastic and welcoming

group of artists and I enjoyed it very much.

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Oil on wood panel 20 x 16.

Your thoughts & comments are valued.

Jeffrey

'Highrock Snow'

Another one from Highrock Park. I have done others

of this particular spot before plein air.

However this one was painted in the

warmth of my studio.

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Oil on wood panel 12 x 16.

Your thoughts & comments always appreciated.

Jeffrey

'Highrock Solstice'

On Winter's Eve afternoon I painted in a

favourite spot not far from the studio.

It felt good being out painting on that crisp

day as I welcomed the return of the light

and marveled once again at the

natural beauty so close to home.
Two Flickers spent some time observing
my progress sitting just above me
in a young Garry Oak.

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Oil on wood panel 8 x 10.

Your thoughts & comments are valued.

Jeffrey