The Little Girl

 

Deconstructed Tulips

 This is the second in the "deconstructed" genre.  I think that it turned out better than the previous hibiscus version.  This one is three tulips.  Whether it is the colors or the fact that I used a palette knife to do the abstract parts, I don't know.  But, I do like it.

I always worry about using a palette knife, but I'm usually happy with the result of the effort.  This is an example. 

Deconstructed Hibiscus

This is the first of a series of paintings that I call "Deconstructed Detail".  What it means is that I painted the flower, in this case as I usually do - with lots of detail.  But, then I added abstract elements to add some interest.  I kind of like the way that it turned out!

I have always like painting Hibiscus flowers, as they have lots of detail with the leaves and stamen.  It was the perfect flower to try this new style

 

Darwin Portrait

I was taken by this image of Charles Darwin.  What a face.  He would be scary to meet, in person.  Anyhow, I liked his facial features and decided to try to capture them.  I think that it turned out ok for a guy who doesn't really like doing portraits.