The Bateleur Eagle

The Bateleur Eagle, 13 x 17, pastel

I found this beautiful creature at the Asheboro, NC Zoo. I had never seen one before and knew I had to paint it when I did. It is native to Africa and has wonderful color and markings and is also known as the "snake eagle". It's name is french and refers to the acrobatic maneuvers in flight it is capable of. A wonderful find and I hope you enjoy it.

Morning On The River

Morning on the Davidson River just outside of Brevard, NC.

Morning On The River, oil, 18 x 36

Goats win Statewide Pastel Award

Goats Of Indigo. pastel

I'm pleased to announce that my Century Farms piece, Goats Of Indigo has won a $250 sponsor award in the NC Statewide Pastel Exhibition on display at Bev's Fine Art in Raleigh, NC. This exhibition runs through June and includes 70 works from the 3 pastel societies of NC; the Pastel Society of NC, the Appalachian Pastel Society and the Piedmont Pastel Society. This show will also be featured in an article in the December issue of the Pastel Journal Magazine.

Mocha

While at the 2012 Pet Expo in Charlotte I painted this beautiful shepherd mix named Mocha. I cropped in close to capture his strong features. I started with a quick sketch as shown.

Mocha, pastel

Preliminary sketch

Resting In The Mist

This is the third piece from the Cumberland Rec area of TN near Chattanooga. It is a beautiful little setting I found on my second trip to Greeter Falls. This lies above the main falls and I just loved the deep rich colors where the water covers the rock. It is 24 x 30, oil on canvas.

Resting In The Mist, 24 x 30, oil

Mac in pastel

This is a little Corgie/shepherd looking rascal we own. This dog can jump straight up in the air from a sitting position. I combined a pose with him smiling with one in late afternoon sun to increase the contrast. Enjoy.

Mac, pastel

Note Cards

I've been selling products on CafePress for a while, but these are the first birds available. These elegant note cards are perfect for a special thanks or greeting. Just go to cafepress.com/stanfordworks to order. Thanks!

Goldfinch, pastel

Titmouse in Gold, pastel