Latest Entry · April 10, 2026

What It Means to Commission an Original Painting

A commission is an act of trust on both sides — here's how the process works, what to expect, and what makes a great commission painting.

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A commission is an act of trust on both sides — here's how the process works, what to expect, and...

An original painting and a fine art print are different objects that do different things. Understanding the difference helps you...

Every painting starts with a moment of recognition — something that stops me in my tracks and won't let go....

$Why I Paint Glass: Refraction, Reflection and the Impossible Challenge$

A wine glass, a martini, a crystal decanter — transparent objects are the ultimate test of a painter's ability to...

Why I stepped away from realism for a season and into the world of primary color — and what the...

A deep dive into the six-week process of painting glass and liquid light — and why still life painting is...

The golden hour in wine country is fleeting — here's how I chase it, capture it, and hold it still...