Grand Slam - Angel Pagan

 

A very generous artist in a nearby community decided to run a fund-raiser to benefit the local Little League teams. He secured the cooperation of 7 Treasure Coast Art Leagues and then approached the NY Mets baseball team for official photos. Artists chose from the photos and proceeded to paint large renditions of Mets players. Their time and talent along with framing costs were donated for this worthwhile cause. Almost 50 paintings were completed and auctioned off to raise money. Through the joint cooperation of the Mets management and the town of Port St. Lucies, a sizeable check was donated to the Local Little Leagues. This is my painting of Angel Pagan.

Awaiting Baby Bunting

 

This is a different version of my painting of Painted Bunting birds. This time I added lots of leaves using a paper doily. I placed the doily on the paper and painted thru the holes to create some interesting leaf shapes. Then I completely surrounded the nest and birds with a leafy canopy to create a feeling of protection. The birds are patiently awaiting their baby to hatch out of the egg. The male seems to be enjoying a short rest before he heads off for more food. Mom sit quietly, keeping her baby warm and safe.

Sunny Resting Spot

 

This is a perfect example of Mediterranean architecture. Steps, stones, ancient doorways, wrought iron trim....it all adds up to a quiet spot in a small alleyway. On the way to where? Who knows? It could be a pass thru to the town plaza, the entrance to a monastery, or perhaps even someone's home. I added the cat because it just looked like the perfect spot to catch a 'catnap'.

Sand and Shadows

 

This is the first lesson I gave at a new location, a senior living complex located in Stuart FL. The students were fairly new at doing watercolors. We imprinted the sand fence using short pieces of matboard that we trimmed as we went along. This made it easier to gain perspective and add depth as the fence diminished in size toward the water. The shadows were added the same way. Adding sea grasses, gulls, water and shadows helped to give this painting definition. Everyone did a great job and were pleased with the results.