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Gainesville, Florida, United States
Astronomy themes, landscapes and public art are some of the targets of my work. These are the best of times as we stand on the threshold of unprecedented discovery in space. As a space artist, I am grateful for and inspired by the amazing images of faraway places that the great telescopes of our generation have given us. As a plein air painter, I am inspired to quickly capture light, color and movement with the focus on our rapidly changing environment. As an artist within the live public art venue I am inspired by the opportunity for creativity, spontaneity and exchange.

4/12/12

Melrose Open Air Arts Mar21-31,2012

The 6th annual Melrose Open Air Arts had a successful week with 55 artists painting for 8 days at locations in historic and charming Melrose and the country thereabout.  Melrose is a time machine that will take you back as far as you want to go.  They call it the little town with the big art scene, one traffic light and three art galleries where the works produced during the paint out were exhibited for the 2 night Gala and where the remaining works will hang till the end of April.

Every year this event manages to reboot and refresh itself with new locations, new artists and emerging talents.  News of this very successful event has traveled far and wide over its 6 year span.  For the artist participant, it is a real treat to work here - the landscape is amazing and the locals open their hearts and homes to us and treat us like royalty! For the plein air enthusiast, an opportunity to share our muse and witness the mysterious creative process. For the art buyer and collector, a chance to find some beautiful and valuable works that capture a Florida that is quickly slipping away.  A commission on sales supports Florida's Eden, Blue Path and the arts in Melrose.

For more info visit:
http://www.melrosebayartgallery.com