Building the canvases for 3 new paintings is always a nice break.  I prefer to custom build my own canvas to save time looking for a canvas.  It is so much easier to build the precise size instead of settling for almost the right size.

Aug 18 2025

An inukshuk is created by carefully stacking stones, typically without the use of mortar or glue, to create a human-like figure or other symbolic shape. The structure relies on the principle of balance, with each stone supporting the ones above and below it. Inukshuks are traditionally built by Inuit people and can serve various purposes, including marking trails, signaling locations, or representing human figures.  

Aug 10 2025

It is completely covered with texture!  I put an undercoat, it reminds me of blue and white porcelain vases.

Aug 9th 2025

One more layer!  An exercise in patientce.  I tried to work on this piece before it was dry and I created more work for myself.  

Aug 8th 2025

Layering the fireweed ,  Working out if I can add one more layer or possibly wait for another time.  

Aug 5 2025

I did put this one aside for a while to work on some commissions.  Time to get this finished but it definitely seems overwhelming.  

Aug 2nd 2025

Laying on the plaster, I am getting better at showing the 3D in the photography of my sculpture paintings.  This is going to have a final layer of fireweed in the front.

July 29th 2025