Turpentine diaries 4/15/18

Last week, I saw one of the better shows that I've seen in Cleveland. Global Matrix IV at the Gallery at Cleveland State U contains first-rate prints from contemporary European artists. I plan to review the show later this week after I visit it one more time. Along 4th Street … Continue reading →

Turpentine diaries 4/1/18 Easter

This is a photo of two paintings I started today. That is, I started applying paint to the canvases today; drawing started several days ago. So, this shows the underpainting where I'm just covering the surface with paint. Both paintings are 30" x 40." I'm still using the … Continue reading →

Turpentine diaries 3/24/18

I am using Utrecht flake white these past several days. I like it. It has good covering strength and it's decently priced. While I like RGH better, RGH prices keep creeping higher. Plus, a recently-purchased tube of raw umber is an oily mess. The tube leaks oil and the … Continue reading →

Turpentine diaries 3/18/18

I had a lot of trouble this morning with the painting on the floor, Down on Prospect Avenue. Why? Who knows? If I could see, I might be able to make good paintings. Things perked up after lunch and I made progress. I think the head of the left-most figure is finished. … Continue reading →

Turpentine diaries 3/4/18

The one thing I dislike about my current studio is that it doesn't have north-facing windows. The direct, late afternoon light makes taking photos a challenge. I took a photo of Trip to Playhouse Square, but the photo had so much surface noise I couldn't share it. After a good session yesterday, I … Continue reading →