Merlot
(24" x 36", oil on canvas)

Over the years, wine bottles and fruit have been done and done again by artists everywhere, and with good reason. They are a lovely subject and one most everyone can easily relate to. Here I approach the subject using a somewhat unorthodox composition implying an "after the party" moment.

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One Fig
(16" x 16", oil on canvas)

Figs are like jewels to this painter. Here the complexity of the facets and colors of the single fig are contrasted against the smooth surfaces of the jar and bowl. The seasonal combination of red and green seemed timely for this, the week before Christmas.

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Simplicity
(16" x 16", oil on canvas)

The title says it all. Clean, simple lines give this unassuming little composition its " An apple a day..." appeal.

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Aqua
(24" x 24", oil on canvas)

This is the third in a series of shell paintings. Here, for contrast, I've paired a spiky shell with a soft blue cloth. As in the first two, I continue to use a book as a pedestal element and stones to echo the sea theme.

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Crémerie
(24" x 36", oil on canvas)

Armed with last week's study, I did a larger piece adding elements to expand on my dairy theme. I think the eggshells add a nice contrasting note of fragility to the sturdiness of the crockery.

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Crémerie (Study)
(16" x 18", oil on canvas)

Looking back in my sketchbook I found I'd done many variations of this peaceful scene. Because I was still unsure if the muted palette, in combination with the ultra simple objects, would be successful, I did this small study. I think it works quite well and I am excited about exploring this theme by doing a larger, more involved piece.

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Pommes de novembre
(24" x 30", oil on canvas)

Québec apples are still in abundance through the month of November. I like to get mine at a local farmers market where they are a little smaller and the stems, by comparison, are longer. These great little Macs give me the wonderful complementary colors of red and green to work with.

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Walnut Oil and Figs
(16" x 16", oil on canvas)

Each fall I anxiously await fig season and I strive to do a few paintings before these little treats disappear from the market. I enjoy their attitude; they sit squatly and give me a wonderful range of colors to work with.

This painting is available at Agnes Bugera Gallery, Edmonton, Alberta http://www.agnesbugeragallery.com

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Cast of Characters
(12" x 36", oil on canvas)

Come Halloween, pumpkins are not the only bounty to be found at the market. Gourds come in all shapes and sizes and are irresistible to me; in fact, I buy them by the bushel! I like to paint these characters as if they are members of a family, all distinct but somehow related. While this is an odd format for me, I found it suited this subject well.

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Blue Cloth
(24" x 24", oil on canvas)

I had originally hoped to do a piece just with fabrics, but I found a clear focus point was needed to sustain my interest (and that of the viewer!). Adding the bowl and fruit gave me an anchor for the composition leaving me free to have fun with the folds of cloth.

This painting is sold.

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Fundamentals
(28" x 22", oil on canvas)

This trio of items sits comfortably within my often-preferred "golden triangle" composition. While it is a simple arrangement, there is actually lots for me to work with; most obviously, the red tablecloth and how it's color is reflected up into all the objects. I also really like how the peach seems to bleed into the tabletop, firmly anchoring it from rolling off the edge.

This painting is available at Agnes Bugera Gallery, Edmonton, Alberta http://www.agnesbugeragallery.com


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Small Crock II
(12" x 12", oil on canvas)

The proportions of this crock suited this little composition; and its putty color makes the bright fruit almost neon by comparison.

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Poème
(18" x 24" oil on canvas)

I paired the simple shape of this old enamelware covered canister with small fresh picked apples. When working with very few items, each seemingly small detail can have a huge impact so, after some consideration, I changed the trim color of the canister from it's original blue to bright red, improving the overall color composition and flow.

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Fruit Squares: Yellow Plums
(12" x 12", oil on canvas)

My husband, Brian, came home with these perfect yellow plums knowing I would flip over their color. They were almost past their prime, so I had time only to do a small piece. I did manage to capture the color and heavy ripeness of the plums in one sitting, leaving the rest of the piece to be worked out at a more leisurely pace.

This painting is available at Agnes Bugera Gallery, Edmonton, Alberta http://www.agnesbugeragallery.com


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Rainiers
(18" x 24" oil on canvas)

Rainier cherries have a wonderful personality. They are beautifully two-toned and have sturdy bright green stems that curve in all directions. They do not however, last long under hot lights and I find I must paint quickly. This is actually a great exercise for me, as occasionally I tend to over-paint, sacrificing the freshness of my strokes for the sake of accuracy.

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This painting is available at Galeries Beauchamp, Quebec City, QC http://www.galeriebeauchamp.com

Cast Iron II
(24" x 24", oil on canvas)

This past summer I picked up some new great props to add to my collection, such as this cast iron pot.

At first glance its finish is dull and lacking in color, but back home in my studio under lights it comes alive. The rough uneven edges are a joy to paint particularly when juxtaposed with the fragile skin of the tomato. A close look at the cast iron reveals many subtle colors and shifting tones, and the linear handle is a great foil for the bulk of the pot.

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Bartletts
(24" x 24" oil on canvas)

For me, any excuse to paint pears is a good one! A long time favourite subject of artists, pears have a sensual shape and a wonderful range of colors. Using my preferred (of late) central composition, I chose to emphasize the sculptural quality of both the fruit and the bowl. The warmth of this piece is further heightened by the cool underside of the bowl and the cast shadow.

This painting is available at Gallery Gevik, Toronto, Ontario, http://www.gevik.com.

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Grace
(18" x 18", oil on canvas)

I've used this bowl in many compositions. I find it's simple contours lend a certain grace to a painting, hence the title.

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Spoon
(30" x 20" oil on canvas)

I love this spoon for its combination of cool blue metal and warm worn wood. I believe the bright spot of red paint was the original color of the handle; the paint worn away except for the tiny incised stripe.

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Quotidian
(22" x 28" oil on canvas)

I am getting a little bored with my red base, but I must admit it really works well in this composition. In particular I love the surprising touch of red on the down curve of the jug's spout. It was there; I simply exaggerated it. I once had a professor who maintained that every painting should have a surprise for the viewer, something a little unexpected. I believe that little red smudge fits that requirement nicely.

This painting is available at Jenkins Showler Gallery, White Rock, B.C. http://www.jenkinsshowlergallery.com.

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Les essentiels
(18" x 18" oil on panel)

Simple forms of cast iron and earthenware; these are items that may have easily appeared in kitchens generations ago. This timeless combination of pure form and function will always have a special appeal to me.

This painting is available at Agnes Bugera Gallery, Edmonton, Alberta http://www.agnesbugeragallery.com


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Red With Orange
(30" x 20" oil on canvas)

Anyone who is familiar with my work knows I enjoy painting peeled fruit. I can easily get lost in the many surfaces it offers.

For a change, I've started to use a knife to cut my fruit giving me sharp flat planes to work with instead of the ragged edges produced by hand peeling. Instinctively, I chose to repeat these planes with the crisp folds of the linen napkin.

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Apricots on Red
(24" x 24", oil on canvas)

The same canister as last week, without the lid and sitting on a glorious red cloth. This is one of my favorite pieces having all the elements I so love to paint. Although, truthfully, by next month I will undoubtedly have a new favourite.

This painting is available at Gallery Gevik, Toronto, Ontario, http://www.gevik.com. SOLD.


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Vintage Kitchen
(Oil on canvas 28" x 22")

I picked up this tin canister at a local flea market a few weeks ago and I haven't stopped painting it since! I simply love its personality on the canvas. True, at first glance it is rather plain, but a second look reveals many beautiful details to explore. For instance, the wire handle is slightly bent out of shape, rusted in parts, and casts a beautiful shadow. The slight blue stripe at top and bottom adds a nice color note. The top is quite complex when compared to the base, and the white(ish) surface is perfect for reflecting local color.

This painting is available at Jenkins Showler Gallery, White Rock, B.C. http://www.jenkinsshowlergallery.com.

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Fruit Squares
(12" x 12" each, oil on canvas)

Every November I start to get requests for smaller pieces. Most galleries dedicate the month of December to a "small works" show, and this year I hope to be ready with a series of 12" squares (yup, I have to work that far in advance to allow the work to dry fully).

Moving to this size was not easy for me, but now that I've got the hang of it I am truly enjoying these small formats. Much like eating peanuts, they are addictive, one leading to the next. And, because they take up so little room in my studio, I can have a few going at the same time. This size also looks spectacular framed; with a wide moulding they become almost jewel-like.

These paintings are available at Jenkins Showler Gallery, White Rock, B.C. http://www.jenkinsshowlergallery.com.

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Serenity with Shell
(24" x 18" Oil on canvas)

This week I'm presenting another piece building on my serenity theme. Here, a pared down composition of three objects evokes a contemplative mood, leaving the viewer plenty of room to unwind.

And...Thanks to all of you who responded so positively to this theme. It means a great deal to me to know that my work strikes a cord with you and it allows me to continue with confidence.

This painting is available at Gallery Gevik, Toronto, Ontario, http://www.gevik.com.

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Blue Serenity
(30" x 20" oil on canvas)

I recently came across a beautiful set of 7 apothecary-style bottles in various shades of soft blue. Their simple shapes and colors have inspired me to work with a subtle palette that bespeaks of balance and serenity. I am unsure how this work will be received by the public who seem to gravitate towards bolder brighter colors, but I'm hoping people will enjoy the “Zen” mood.

This painting is sold.

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Still Life in Red and Green
(24" x 18" oil on canvas)

Often a new prop will spark an entire series of paintings; such is the case with this red jug. I love not only the color but also the clean lines and the rather unusual height to width ratio. A few of my galleries, as well as a good number of collectors, have requested more "red" work, so this jug came along at just the right time.

This painting is available at Agnes Bugera Gallery, Edmonton, AB http://www.agnesbugeragallery.com.

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Blush
(18" x 18" oil on canvas)

Here, one of my favourite vases "blushes" at the beauty of the neighbouring fruit.

This painting is available at Agnes Bugera Gallery, Edmonton, AB http://www.agnesbugeragallery.com. SOLD

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Blue Jug on Red
(28" x 20" oil on canvas)

The strawberries this year are almost too beautiful to eat – and I have taken full advantage of the season by paying homage to this year's crop in a few paintings. Here two beautifully strong colors, red and blue, live in harmony against the neutral green background. The large simple shapes support the more complex shapes and textures of the berries.

This painting is available at Gallery Gevik, Toronto, Ontario, http://www.gevik.com. SOLD.

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Peach Romance
(18" x 24" oil on canvas)

My crisp apple wedges and sharp-edged shells of the past few weeks have left me anxious for a change. This piece deals with the characteristic furry skin of a peach and how it's lovely softness can influence other objects. Here diffused light creates a soft atmosphere where edges melt and I am left with "romance".

This painting is available at Gallery Gevik, Toronto, Ontario, http://www.gevik.com.

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Tides
(24" x 24" oil on canvas)

This piece is an offshoot of my continuing series of beach stone paintings. A dear friend and fellow artist arrived on my doorstep with this treasure of a shell and I (almost) immediately put the composition together in my head. I could hardly wait to put brush to canvas!

When the stars are aligned and the painting gods are smiling, things fall into place effortlessly...wish I had that experience more often!

This painting is available at Jenkins Showler Gallery, White Rock, B.C. http://www.jenkinsshowlergallery.com.

SOLD.

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Wedges
(24" x 18" oil on canvas)

Another piece devoted to my love affair with apple wedges. Here, in a simple composition, the crisp apple shapes are offset by the softer folds of the fabric.

This painting is available at Gallery Gevik, Toronto, Ontario, http://www.gevik.com. SOLD.

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Red Apple, Green Apple
(24" x 30" oil on canvas)

Last week's painting had an apple wedge tucked into the left hand corner and I so loved it that I started a whole series of pieces built around this new favourite shape! Though apples have always featured prominently in my work, you might say I discovered a new way of rendering this symbol of simplicity. Cutting the apples gives me the duality of the crisp inside flesh and the kiss of color on the skin. I love the geometry of all the shapes and how the bright colors add to the freshness of the fruit.

This painting is available at Jenkins Showler Gallery, White Rock, B.C. http://www.jenkinsshowlergallery.com.

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Stoneware and Fruit
(24" x 36" oil on canvas)

Over the years I have collected all kinds of props. I have a few basic criteria: simple shape, pleasing proportions, clean colour, and general accessibility. Composing this painting was like pulling together ingredients for a stew or choosing plants for a flower bed, a little bit of height, a little bit of weight, organic shapes in combination with man-made, a few extra dashes of intense colour and it starts to come together.

This painting is available at Gallery Gevik, Toronto, Ontario, http://www.gevik.com. SOLD.

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Citrus
(24" x 18", oil on canvas)

I like the quiet, humble dignity of this piece. Although I have done peeled fruit and lemons many times before, no fruit is ever twice the same and I still delight in rendering the colors, shapes and textures.

This painting is available at Galeries d'art Beauchamp, Quebec City, Quebec, http://www.galeriebeauchamp.com.

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White Rose
(16" x 16", oil on canvas)

I am clearly not a painter of flowers, but every once and awhile I try and give it a shot. I had the most fun rendering the small jar, trying to give the viewer only enough information to discern its shape. I think the simple composition saves this "floral" from being too predictable.

This painting is available at Gallery Gevik, Toronto, Ontario, http://www.gevik.com.

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Cherries and Apricots
(18" x 24" oil on canvas)

Cherries are the single most requested subject I get. Here, to insure a variety of sizes, I've paired them with apricots. The small bowl is actually a teacup, but the size and shape was perfect for this composition, so I simply eliminated the handle.

This painting is available at Galeries d'art Beauchamp, Quebec City, Quebec, http://www.galeriebeauchamp.com. SOLD.

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Timeless 4, 5 and 6
(16" x 16" each, oil on canvas)

These three small squares are a continuation of my beach stones series and are meant to invoke a calm, contemplative mood. At this size they are great fun to paint and I think they look particularly good grouped together. Judging from the amount of feedback I got after presenting the first in this series, there are many kindred spirits who bring home these beach souvenirs.

These paintings are available at Wallack Galleries, Ottawa, Ontario, http://www.wallackgalleries.com.

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Home Comforts
(20" x 20" oil on canvas)

The square format is fast becoming one of my new favourites. Deliberate central placement of the objects eliminates tension and encourages the eye to relax and stay awhile. The title says it all.

This painting is available at Gallery Gevik, Toronto, Ontario, http://www.gevik.com. SOLD.

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Rouge sur Rouge
(16 "x 16" oil on canvas)

As promised, a companion piece to last week's white wine. Essentially the same composition with a heavier, deeper color treatment as dictated by the color of the wine.

This painting is available at Gallery Gevik, Toronto, Ontario, http://www.gevik.com. SOLD.

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Blanc sur Blanc
(16 "x 16" oil on canvas)

I loved the unassuming shape of these small bistro-type glasses. Here I use the half pear shape to help describe the shape of the glass, the almost non-existent color of the wine is given a boost by the reflected green grapes.

Next week, Part 2, where I do a companion piece with red wine.

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Two Clementines and a Bowl
(18" x 24" oil on canvas)

Bursting with flavor and color, these clementines do double duty, first as props, then as breakfast.

In this painting I've tried to recreate, on canvas, the welcoming explosion of taste this jewel-like fruit provides on a dreary March day.

This painting is available at Gallery Gevik, Toronto, Ontario, http://www.gevik.com.

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Blue Jug
(24" x 30" oil on canvas)

Finding cherries at this time of year was an unexpected gift! Here the blue jug and dark background serve to anchor the saturated colors of the fruit. I am aware that my recent work has come to include more instances of hot color... I'm not sure if this trend will continue, or if it is simply my response to February's cold & dreary days.

This painting is available at Gallery Gevik, Toronto, Ontario, http://www.gevik.com.

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Bottle & Bowl
(24"x 18" oil on canvas)

While the format of this painting is vertical, I deliberately planned a secondary left-to-right movement following the path of the branch. Though comprised of a very few elements, there are many small details for me to explore. I think it is these observations (the fine edge of the label on the bottle, the reflected greens and reds) that make a big difference in the overall success of a piece and serve to keep the viewer involved.

This painting is available at Galeries d'art Beauchamp, Quebec City, Quebec, http://www.galeriebeauchamp.com. SOLD.

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Two Figs and a Peach
(18" x 24" oil on panel)

I purposely chose to post this painting on Valentine's Day because of its heart-throbbing color and intimate composition. While this is a simple piece, rendered in a smaller format, the colors in combination with contrast provide drama. Critics have often remarked that red is my signature color. I'm not entirely sure I agree, although in this case the painting really does hinge on the use of red.

This painting is available at Harrison Galleries, Vancouver, BC, http://www.harrisongalleries.com.

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Winter Gourds
(18" x 24" oil on canvas)

More treasures from the market!

These gourds are great examples of the many colors that can be found in seemingly white objects. The more I looked at them the more colors I saw, from cool blues to warm yellows.

It is always an interesting exercise to push color boundaries and really search out those subtlest of details that are there, if only one looks hard enough.

This painting is available at Gallery Gevik, Toronto, Ontario, http://www.gevik.com. SOLD.

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Tea, Leaves and Lemon
(24" x 30" oil on canvas)

This painting is about the juxtaposition of man-made and organic objects. My goal here is to create a harmonious atmosphere where disparate objects can easily coexist. One of the devices I use to achieve this goal is to compose a situation where the color of one object, the lemon, is reflected onto a neighbouring object, the stack of cups.

This painting is available at Agnes Bugera Gallery, Edmonton, Alberta http://www.agnesbugeragallery.com.

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Chili Peppers
(36" x 24" oil on canvas)

Farmers' markets, like bookstores, are dangerous places for me. I come home with more food than we can possibly eat, or more books than I can reasonably afford.

A recent market trip netted this string of chili peppers. I loved not only the sculptural quality of the string as a whole, but also the riot of colors and variety of shapes of the individual chilies. By default all other objects in the composition play "support roles”. The simple shape of the bottle accentuates the vertical composition. It's reflective surface bounces some of the hot colors around while the little garlic buds break up the density of the bottle base.

This painting is available at Harrison Galleries, Calgary, Alberta http://www.harrisongalleries.com. SOLD.

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Timeless #2
(24" x 24" oil on canvas)

This piece is one from a series of beach stones paintings; a theme I have been exploring for several years.

I have been carting rocks home from the beach every chance I get, and like-minded friends (thanks, Susanne) have increased my cache. Who can resist these gifts the ocean has tossed randomly at our feet? The solid weight, smooth contours, myriad colors and textures make each an understated treasure. And don't many just sit in your hand beautifully? For me, these stones echo the beauty and timelessness of the ocean.

This painting is available at Wallack Galleries, Ottawa, Ontario, http://www.wallackgalleries.com.

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