On the second day in Miami we hit Art Basel proper, then Pulse and Scope (again) the following day. Here’s what that looked like:   First time I’d seen any of Will Cotton’s work in person — very nice stuff.

as promised: lots of pictures and rambles from Miami. This was my third year in attendance, and it was a great trip — 4 art fairs, 14 Lara Bars, and very little sleep. more pictures, less words, below. My new … Continue reading →

I saw this painting (above) by Alberto Pasini at the Chicago Art Institute and was reminded how much I admire his work. I’m not usually as attracted to landscapes and cityscapes, but I love his pallet and sense of color. … Continue reading →

I worked on a new self-portrait study yesterday. With all the prep for Miami, driving paintings to LA, wandering around Chicago, etc. I hadn’t actually painted in three weeks – so it felt good to get back into it. I’m … Continue reading →

I took a short trip last week to visit family in Chicago. Athough i’ve been many times, I couldn’t pass up the chance for another visit to the Chicago Art Institute. I had a few free hours and made the … Continue reading →

but I don’t have pictures yet. soon! I finally finished the large painting for Corey Helford Gallery that will be heading to Art Basel Miami later this month. It’s 40″ x 68″ and I’ve spent countless hours this last week … Continue reading →

And once again I’m lagging with posts. I’ve been working non-stop the last month on one big piece that will be going to Miami for Art Basel w/ Corey Helford Gallery. Not only is this one extra big, but i’m … Continue reading →

A good friend of mine had some business to take care of at Skywalker Ranch this week, and I jumped at the chance to tag along.  It was a great visit, and I was lucky enough to see some of … Continue reading →

In final preparation for my show last month, I found myself totally exhausted and really needing a break. So a day after I got back from LA, I flew to Massachusetts and spent a week at my dads house laying … Continue reading →

Thinkspace has posted their pictures from the opening last weekend. here are a few, and you can see the rest here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/thinkspace/sets/72157627542211029/