TOM BROWN FINE ART

$5 AUCTION and FREE OIL PAINTING TIPS from TOM BROWN

2012-02-14T06:05:00.000-08:00

STATE THE KEY COLOR SPOTS SIMPLY
It’s a great way to begin any landscape no matter how detailed you plan to make it. That’s what this painting is all about. It’s a quick study of a landscape showing a hill, trees, distant mountains and stormy skies.

IT CREATES A “REALISTIC ABSTRACT”
And that gets you off to a solid start because it perfectly captures the essence of the scene. All work done after this point is merely filling in detail.

DON’T BE TIMID
Be bold. Take a chance and go for it. Using bold descriptive brush strokes and carefully planned color mixtures, I captured the elements of the scene that had caught my eye and inspired me to paint it. This was a demonstration painting during another outdoor workshop I taught for other artists.

SOMETIMES THAT’S ALL IT TAKES
I had planned to paint a great deal more detail, but when I saw the results here I decided I liked it that way and decided not to take it any further. Check out the detail image to see the brush work I used to capture these effects. I was very pleased with the result. I hope you like it too.

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“STORMY DAY”
3x5 inch Plein Air Study
original oil on Canvas Panel by Tom Brown

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FREE OIL PAINTING TIPS from TOM BROWN

2012-02-13T06:03:00.000-08:00

STATE THE KEY COLOR SPOTS SIMPLY
It’s a great way to begin any landscape no matter how detailed you plan to make it. That’s what this painting is all about. It’s a quick study of a landscape showing a hill, trees, distant mountains and wind-swept skies.

IT CREATES A “REALISTIC ABSTRACT”
And that gets you off to a solid start because it perfectly captures the essence of the scene. All work done after this point is merely filling in detail.

DON’T BE TIMID
Be bold. Take a chance and go for it. Using bold descriptive brush strokes and carefully planned color mixtures, I captured the elements of the scene that had caught my eye and inspired me to paint it. This was a demonstration painting during an outdoor workshop I taught for other artists.

SOMETIMES THAT’S ALL IT TAKES
I had planned to paint a great deal more detail, but when I saw the results here I decided I liked it that way and decided not to take it any further. Check out the detail image to see the brush work I used to capture these effects. I was very pleased with the result. I hope you like it too.

THIS PAINTING IS A $5 AUCTION. CLICK HERE TO BID:
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“THE COLORS OF NATURE”
3x5 inch Plein Air Study
original oil on Canvas Panel by Tom Brown

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HOW TO PAINT COLORFUL GRAYS, COLOR MIXING TIPS by TOM BROWN

2012-02-12T10:38:00.000-08:00

I like grays that have color and life to them! These rich grays can bring a painting alive – even one with muted color. And they help establish a particular mood that’s restful and exciting at the same time.

Here’s how I mix these grays. Rather than simply opening a tube of gray I use a wide variety of very subtle hues mixed from the “spectrum” colors on my palette: reds, yellows and blues combined with white. This results in mixtures much more exciting and varied than using a tube of black or gray.

This painting is an example. This 6x8 inch oil painting was done on location (en plein air) as a demonstration for other artists attending a workshop I conducted. It was a gray, rainy day and that was the feeling I wanted to capture in this painting. I liked the quiet moodiness of the day, with stormy skies and muted colors throughout the scene.

Look closely at the range of color within the “grays” in the detail images above. You can see additional detail images at this link:
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I hope you found these tips interesting. If you would like to comment, please email me here:
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COUNTRY ROAD WITH HOME MADE FENCE by TOM BROWN

2012-02-11T05:53:00.000-08:00

“COUNTRY ROAD WITH HOME MADE FENCE”
5x7 original oil on canvas panel
by TOM BROWN
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Tom Brown
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RICHARD SCHMID NOTES, COASTAL PLEIN AIR by TOM BROWN

2012-02-10T15:44:00.000-08:00

Most collectors familiar with my work know me for my brush paintings, but I also paint frequently with the palette knife, which provides a very different visual experience. This 6x8 inch coastal painting was done with a combination of brushes and the knife together.

Artists often feel they should limit themselves to just brushes or the knife in order to maintain a consistency of style. Many of the great masters disagree, and so do I.

Richard Schmid is an excellent example. Richard Schmid is one of the most accomplished masters of our time, known best for his masterful use of the brush in both figure painting and landscapes. Interestingly he also endorses and uses the palette knife in his work.

In his book “Richard Schmid Paints The Figure” (published in 1973) he mentions being inspired by one of his heroes, Nicholai Fechin as a master of the knife as well as brushes in his work.

In another of his books “Richard Schmid Paints Landscapes” (published in 1975), Richard admonishes artists to learn to use the knife. He suggests locking away your brushes for a time and painting only with the knife to master this “amazingly versatile instrument.”

More than two decades later in his classic book “Alla Prima – Everything I Know About Painting, by Richard Schmid” he again devotes time to knife painting and describes situations when the knife is the best tool. An example shown in this book is “Cascade Barn” which was painted exclusively with the knife.

Emille Gruppe, another artist whose work I admire, describes how one of his teachers the great Charles Hawthorne forced students to spend time learning how to use the knife exclusively in order to broaden their skills.

I enjoy using both tools. I often use the knife to complete portions of paintings that are primarily done with brushes. And I also create many paintings using only the knife, which creates a very different visual experience than paintings done with brushes.

I hope this brief discussion was of interest. If you would like to comment, please email me here:
tombrownstudio@cox.net

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COLORFUL 12x16 SILVER BOWL WITH FRESH FRUIT by TOM BROWN

2012-02-09T12:44:00.000-08:00

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Tom Brown
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VALENTINE GIFT, NO-CALORIE CHOCOLATE CUPCAKE by TOM BROWN

2012-02-08T08:24:00.000-08:00

THE PERFECT VALENTINE GIFT, A DELICIOUS NO-CALORIE CHOCOLATE CUPCAKE.

This tasty treat is available for instant purchase and fast shipping in time for a special Valentine gift. It is a 5x7 inch original oil ready to frame. Click here to purchase it now:
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Thanks for looking (please don’t lick the screen).
Tom Brown
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CAMILLE PRZEWODEK and MATT SMITH NOTES, WORKSHOP INFORMATION by TOM BROWN

2012-02-07T09:43:00.000-08:00

ARTISTS: JOIN MY SPECIAL SATURDAY WORKSHOP – SECRETS TO PAINTING MORE “KEEPERS” ON LOCATION.

FREE BONUS: Everyone who attends will receive a free online tutorial of this lesson following the workshop. See me at class for details.

DON’T MISS THIS ONE!
I’ll show you tips, tricks and techniques that work every time. For example I’ll show you how to identify and nail down the “magic” you see in nature.

And how to spot the values and hues that will give your painting a solid foundation.

I’ll get you started on the right path right away, for an easy start and successful finish.

The workshop will be held at an inspiring location on Saturday morning, February 11 from 9am to noon and the cost is just $20. This location has convenient parking, restrooms and shady trees to sit beneath as we paint. Email for details: tombrownstudio@cox.net

About today’s painting:
On this blog recently I’ve been discussing some of the artists whose work I enjoy. Matt Smith and Camille Przewodek are among them. Matt Smith tends to use subdued hues while Camille Przewodek emphasizes bold, lively colors in her work.

I use whatever is most appropriate to express the mood I wish to convey at the moment. This includes the entire range of color, from the very saturated hues of yesterday’s painting to the more muted, restful colors of this painting.

On this particular day the lighting and colors were softer and grayer, so my painting leans toward colors that capture that feeling.

And yet I wanted to maintain a lively feeling at the same time, so I used a palette knife rather than brushes for this one. This was painted during a Plein Air workshop I taught for other artists. For comparison with my painting I’m including a photo of the actual location taken as I painted this.

“EDGE OF THE WATER” is a 6x8 inch original oil painting on a Masonite art panel. To bid on this painting click here:
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In coming posts I’ll discuss more of the artists whose work has influenced my own development. I hope this brief discussion was of interest. If you would like to comment, please email me here:
tombrownstudio@cox.net

Thanks for stopping by.
Tom Brown

CAMILLE PRZEWODEK COLOR NOTES and WORKSHOP INFORMATION by TOM BROWN

2012-02-06T13:09:00.000-08:00

ARTISTS: JOIN MY SPECIAL SATURDAY WORKSHOP – SECRETS TO PAINTING MORE “KEEPERS” ON LOCATION. DON’T MISS THIS ONE! You’ll learn my techniques and tricks that work every time. For example I’ll show you how to identify and nail down the “magic” you see, and transfer that without fail into a large canvas.

One way to do it is to use a small quick study to capture the moon fast, while it’s fresh. A combination of the brush and palette knife works great for this. Then you can work at your leisure on a large canvas, using the quick study to keep you on course. I’ll show you how.

I’ll also show you how to “see” both values and hues simultaneously, to more easily visualize the potential of a scene before starting. It puts you on the right path right away, for a solid start and successful finish.

The workshop will be held at an inspiring location on Saturday morning, February 11 from 9am to noon and the cost is just $20. This spot has convenient parking, restrooms and shady trees to sit beneath as we paint. Email for details: tombrownstudio@cox.net

Recently on this blog I’ve been discussing other artists whose work I enjoy, including Matt Smith, Camille Przewodek, Richard Schmid, Nicholai Fechin, Charles Hawthorne, Henry Hensche, Emille Gruppe and others. My comments until now have dealt with their thoughts on brushwork, palette knife techniques and color usage – all of which relate to this painting. If you haven’t read those posts yet you may want to scroll back on my blog to check them out.

Today’s painting was done using both brushes and the palette knife, and it combines rich hues as well as subtle grayed colors to bring out the mood I wanted to capture. (Check out the detail image above.) This is a 5x6 inch original oil painting on a Masonite art panel. To bid on this painting click here:
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I hope this brief discussion was of interest. Thanks for stopping by.
Tom Brown

RICHARD SCHMID NOTES, FULL MOON NOCTURNE by TOM BROWN

2012-02-05T09:33:00.000-08:00

Most collectors familiar with my work know me for my brush paintings, but I also paint frequently with the palette knife, which provides a very different visual experience. This painting is an 8x10 inch palette knife oil painting entitled “THE MOON AND THE STARS.”

Artists often feel they should limit themselves to just brushes or the knife in order to maintain a consistency of style. Many of the great masters disagree, and so do I.

Richard Schmid is an excellent example. Richard Schmid is one of the most accomplished masters of our time, known best for his masterful use of the brush in both figure painting and landscapes. Interestingly he also endorses and uses the palette knife in his work.

In his book “Richard Schmid Paints The Figure” (published in 1973) he mentions being inspired by one of his heroes, Nicholai Fechin as a master of the knife as well as brushes in his work.

In another of his books “Richard Schmid Paints Landscapes” (published in 1975), Richard admonishes artists to learn to use the knife. He suggests locking away your brushes for a time and painting only with the knife to master this “amazingly versatile instrument.”

More than two decades later in his classic book “Alla Prima – Everything I Know About Painting, by Richard Schmid” he again devotes time to knife painting and describes situations when the knife is the best tool. An example shown in this book is “Cascade Barn” which was painted exclusively with the knife.

Emille Gruppe, another artist whose work I admire, describes how one of his teachers the great Charles Hawthorne forced students to spend time learning how to use the knife exclusively in order to broaden their skills.

I enjoy using both tools. I often use the knife to complete portions of paintings that are primarily done with brushes. And I also create many paintings using only the knife, which creates a very different visual experience than paintings done with brushes.

I hope this brief discussion was of interest. If you would like to comment, please email me here:
tombrownstudio@cox.net

Thanks for stopping to look. If you would like to own this painting click here to bid:
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FARM, TREES, MOUNTAINS by TOM BROWN

2012-02-04T06:34:00.000-08:00

Matt Smith and Camille Przewodek are two of the artists whose work fascinates me.

While teaching a workshop recently I was asked about some of the artists who have inspired me. Richard Schmid is one of those artists, and in yesterday’s blog posting I mentioned his comments on using the palette knife. Today’s painting was done using both the knife as well as brushes by the way.

Matt Smith and Camille Przewodek were two other artists I named whose work I greatly admire, each for very different reasons.

I have observed each of them during plein air competitions. Each of them creates marvelous paintings even though their styles are very different. Especially regarding the colors they choose to put into their paintings.

Matt Smith tends to use subdued hues while Camille Przewodek sees herself as more of a colorist, emphasizing bold and lively colors in her work.

The painting shown here tends to emphasize rich hues, which was the response I had to the landscape before me as the warm light of late afternoon washed across the landscape.

I’m including a photo taken at the site for comparison with my interpretation of the scene. This painting is a 6x6 inch original oil painting on a Masonite art panel. To bid on this painting click here:
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In coming posts I’ll discuss more of the artists whose work has influenced my own development. I hope this brief discussion was of interest. If you would like to comment, please email me here:
tombrownstudio@cox.net

Thanks for stopping by.
Tom Brown

LANDSCAPE WITH TREES, MOUNTAINS, CLOUDS, by TOM BROWN

2012-02-02T11:46:00.000-08:00

Painting with the palette knife as compared with brushes is an interesting subject. Artists often feel they should limit themselves to just one or the other. Many of the great masters disagree, as do I.

Richard Schmid is a excellent example. Richard Schmid is one of the most accomplished masters of our time, known best for his masterful use of the brush in both figure painting and landscapes. Interestingly he also endorses and uses the palette knife in his work.

In his book “Richard Schmid Paints The Figure” (published in 1973) he mentions being inspired by one of his heroes, Nicholai Fechin as a master of the knife as well as brushes in his work.

In another of his books “Richard Schmid Paints Landscapes” (published in 1975), Richard admonishes artists to learn to use the knife. He suggests locking away your brushes for a time and painting only with the knife to master this “amazingly versatile instrument.”

More than two decades later in his classic book “Alla Prima – Everything I Know About Painting, by Richard Schmid” he again devotes time to knife painting and describes situations when the knife is the best tool. An example shown in this book is “Cascade Barn” which was painted exclusively with the knife.

Emille Gruppe, another artist whose work I admire, describes how the great Charles Hawthorne forced students to spend time learning how to use the knife exclusively in order to broaden their skills.

Most collectors familiar with my work know me for my brush paintings, but with this topic in mind I’ve decided to show another example of my own palette knife work. This painting is a 4x6 inch oil entitled “THE INSPIRATION OF NATURE.”

Thanks for stopping to look. If you would like to own this painting click here to bid:
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I hope this brief discussion was of interest. If you would like to comment, please email me here:
tombrownstudio@cox.net

TREES AND SUNLIGHT, PASTORAL LANDSCAPE by TOM BROWN

2012-02-01T09:50:00.000-08:00

“GOLDEN SUNLIGHT ON THE TREETOPS”
5x5 INCH ORIGINAL OIL ON FOAM BOARD ART PANEL
By Tom Brown

My goal when painting is to record what the heart sees; to capture the visual poetry of the subject. I take inspiration from Nature, and blend it with my feelings.

This is an excellent example. I was interested in the mood here and wanted to capture that as simply as possible, ignoring all unnecessary detail that didn’t contribute to that feeling. I was very pleased with the results. I hope you like it too.

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PLEIN AIR CLASS OPEN TO ALL THIS SATURDAY, EMAIL Tom Brown FOR DETAILS

2012-01-31T14:16:00.000-08:00

ARTISTS: Join me for another PLEIN AIR workshop this coming Saturday! Email me for details:
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Irena and Pat have attended many of my Plein Air Workshops. Here they are framed against a dramatic tree during one of those workshops, and I wanted to feature this feeling in my painting.

As always, I take inspiration from Nature, and blend it with my reactions to the scene. I exercised artistic license to delete elements that didn’t contribute to the painting, and I feel the result is a stronger composition. I hope you agree.

This painting is on eBay for a very short auction; just three days, ending Friday at 2:13pm PST.
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ANOTHER PLEIN AIR CLASS by TOM BROWN

2012-01-30T16:46:00.000-08:00

ARTISTS: Join me for another PLEIN AIR workshop this coming Saturday!

In response to so many requests after last Saturday’s Plein Air session, I plan to conduct another class at a different location this Saturday, February 4. We’ll meet from 9am to noon this time. I’d love to have you join me once again.

I plan to begin the class with a brief demonstration and lecture about how to approach the subject, then I’ll be available to give lots of one-on-one assistance to anyone who asks.

I’ve chosen another inspiring site with plenty that I’m sure you’ll want to paint. Convenient parking and restrooms are available. Email me for details if you plan to be there: tombrownstudio@cox.net

My goal when painting is to capture what the heart sees; the emotional impact of the moment. I take inspiration from Nature, and blend it with my feelings.

This painting is a good example. “BEAUTY IS EVERYWHERE” is a 5x7 inch “plein air” painting on a foam board panel. I’m including a shapshot of the scene that I took while painting along the edge of the road using the small pochade paintbox you’ve seen in many of my YouTube videos.

I actually painted this just for my own reference, to lock in the color and mood of the moment with the intention of creating a larger studio painting based on this study.

Once it came together, however, I decided that this is a fully finished piece in its own right and I’ve put it on eBay. It’s a very short auction; just three days, ending Thursday at 4:36pm PST. Click here to bid:
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Thanks for stopping to look.

LAGUNA BEACH PLEIN AIR DEMO by TOM BROWN

2012-01-29T09:37:00.000-08:00

A big “THANK YOU” to everyone who joined me yesterday for the free Plein Air class I held. We had quite a crowd, and it was a beautiful day.

I held this class to show everyone how FUN and EASY it can be to paint out in the fresh air and sunshine, working directly from inspiring views of nature.

Anyone can do it with the right guidance, as so many of you demonstrated. And your results were terrific! I was very proud of each and every one of you. Even the “first time” beginners. Well done!

Now that you have experienced how exciting it is to go home with your very own painted memory of the day, I hope you’ll continue painting outdoors. The more the merrier.

I would love to paint with each of you again some day.

Thanks again, and HAPPY PAINTING!
Tom Brown
tombrownstudio@cox.net

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PALM TREE, 6x5 INCH QUICK STUDY by TOM BROWN

2012-01-28T07:39:00.000-08:00

This quick study of a palm tree was done as a demonstration during a Plein Air Class I taught at the ocean. I thought it might be interesting to show this today because in a few moments I’m leaving for the same location to do a free demonstration this morning for a gathering of other artists in the area.

If you would like to own this 5x7-inch little quick study of a palm tree, email me for details and we’ll make it yours. Thanks for looking. tombrownstudio@cox.net

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TREES, SKY, CLOUDS, 5x7 PALETTE KNIFE PLEIN AIR LANDSCAPE by TOM BROWN

2012-01-27T09:42:00.000-08:00

This painting was done on location as a demonstration for other artists during a Plein Air Workshop I taught. It was painted at a location known as the “Top Of The World” because from the hilltop seen in this painting there is a 360-degree view of the horizon, with the ocean visible on one side of the vista. Enjoy the view! Click here to bid:
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Thanks for looking.
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FREE PLEIN AIR WORKSHOP by TOM BROWN, Email for details

2012-01-26T10:00:00.000-08:00

ARTISTS: Join me for a FREE Plein Air Workshop demonstration at the ocean THIS SATURDAY from 10:00 am to noon in Orange County, California. Everything is completely free; no strings attached.

Email me for full details about the location, driving directions, suggested supplies, etc. tombrownstudio@cox.net

This 12x16 inch landscape painting is available by clicking here:
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FREE PLEIN AIR WORKSHOP by TOM BROWN, Email for details

2012-01-25T12:37:00.000-08:00

ARTISTS: Join me for a FREE Plein Air Workshop demonstration at the ocean THIS SATURDAY from 10:00 am to noon in Orange County, California. Everything is completely free; no strings attached.

I’m doing this to remind everyone how FUN and EASY it is to paint right from Mother Nature, out in the fresh air and sunshine. It’s also a great way to bring freshness back into your paintings, especially if you’ve been cooped up inside your studio for too long.

I’ll also demonstrate a new approach guaranteed to loosen up even the most timid painters. It’s loads of fun and it will build confidence and really add sparkle to your paintings.

Email me for full details about the location, driving directions, suggested supplies, etc. tombrownstudio@cox.net

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ONE DOLLAR AUCTION, MIDWEST FARM by TOM BROWN

2012-01-23T06:06:00.000-08:00

ONE-DOLLAR AUCTION!
This little gem is available as a three-day auction with a one-dollar starting bid. The auction ends on Wednesday morning at 10:35, so don’t let it get away. This is a 4x5 inch original oil painting, ready to frame. Click here to bid:
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Thanks for looking.
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ONE DOLLAR AUCTION, PLEIN AIR STUDY by TOM BROWN

2012-01-22T06:07:00.000-08:00

I painted this preliminary study on location before tackling a larger canvas of the same subject. I sometimes do this when painting outdoors to “lock in” the light and colors of the scene before conditions can change.

I then used this as a guide to keep me on track as I created the larger canvas. I painted this as a demonstration for other artists during a Plein Air workshop I taught at a serene wildlife sanctuary.

ARTISTS: I plan to conduct a FREE PLEIN AIR WORKSHOP from 10:00 am to noon next Saturday morning, January 28. Stay tuned for more details.

This canvas is approximately 8.25 x 5.5 inches. I am including a photo showing how this study might be framed for display, but it is sold unframed.

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MIDWEST BARN SCENE by TOM BROWN

2012-01-21T05:59:00.000-08:00

While housecleaning my studio recently I discovered a stash of sketches from years ago. This painting was done from one of those forgotten sketches.

I had lived in the Midwest and often roamed the farms and countryside recording interesting subjects. I used the sketches to create paintings that were sold in galleries. But some of the sketches were stored away and never used.

One of those sketches showed this tattered blue work shirt hanging on a nail inside a barn window. Like my sketch, the shirt had long since been forgotten.

Today I finally got around to creating a painting from that sketch.

This painting is named “FORGOTTEN”
It is a 5x7 inch original oil on a Masonite panel.

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COLORFUL 16x12 INCH STILL LIFE WITH FRUIT by TOM BROWN

2012-01-20T06:17:00.000-08:00

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6x8 INCH LANDSCAPE WITH A MYSTERY by TOM BROWN

2012-01-19T06:03:00.000-08:00

Sometimes a painting is about a mystery. Like this now-derelict fence blocking a long-forgotten road that goes nowhere.

It’s a homemade fence, built from random tree limbs and barb-wire. A great deal of work went into building it, using found materials that came to hand. But now it’s falling down. Why was it abandoned?

Where did the road originally go? What plan or purpose inspired someone to build it? What’s the story behind this remote setting?

I find that the most interesting stories are often found in traces of an active life. Like this painting titled “THE FENCE WITH NO PURPOSE.”

In a painting like this I like to keep the details spare, and leave a bit of mystery for the viewer to complete. I try to include enough specifics to give it the ring of truth, while leaving out unnecessary information. It keeps the painting fresh and inviting.

SOLD. Thanks for looking. tombrownstudio@cox.net

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SKY, CLOUDS, 4x5 PALETTE KNIFE PLEIN AIR STUDY by TOM BROWN

2012-01-18T07:47:00.000-08:00

“PATH TO ENLIGHTENMENT” is a 4x5 inch palette knife oil painting on a prepared Masonite panel. This is a three day auction on eBay with a one dollar starting bid. The auction ends Saturday at 7:39am. Click here to bid:
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Thanks for looking.
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ONE DOLLAR AUCTION, 6x8 PLEIN AIR STUDY by TOM BROWN

2012-01-17T13:26:00.000-08:00

I painted this preliminary study on location before tackling a larger canvas of the same subject. I sometimes do this when painting outdoors to “lock in” the light and colors of the scene before conditions can change.

I then used this as a guide to keep me on track as I created the larger canvas. Both paintings were done on location the same day.

This is an original oil painting on canvas, and I have decided to put it on eBay with a starting bid of just ONE DOLLAR. This is a three-day auction ending on Friday at 1:13pm.

An interesting note: In the foreground of this study you can see some golden-white homes among the trees. In the larger painting I decided to omit the homes. I also changed the sky of the larger painting to include enormous billowing white clouds.

Click here to bid on this auction or the larger 12x16 inch canvas of the same scene:
http://www.ebay.com/sch/tombrownfineart/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=

PS: The FREE PLEIN AIR WORKSHOP that I had planned to conduct this weekend has been moved to the following weekend on Saturday morning, January 28. Stay tuned for more details.

Thanks for looking.
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6x6 PALETTE KNIFE PLEIN AIR LANDSCAPE by TOM BROWN

2012-01-16T16:30:00.000-08:00

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BOLD, COLORFUL PLEIN AIR by TOM BROWN

2012-01-15T06:07:00.000-08:00

I enjoy painting with both the palette knife as well as with brushes. Each method creates a different look.

This plein air painting was done almost exclusively with the knife to create the bold, painterly feeling I wanted to capture. I did use a small brush to add tree limbs, and a bit of blending in the sky was done with my fingers. This painting sparkles like a little jewel.

This is a 4X5 inch oil painting on a masonite panel, currently on eBay with a starting bid of just $35 and the option to “buy it now” for $50 if no bids have been placed yet. The link below will take you directly to the auction. This auction is three days only, ending on Tuesday, January 17 at 1:18 pm.

To buy or bid on this painting click here:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/190628080684?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649

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COLORFUL STILL LIFE WITH ORANGE by TOM BROWN

2012-01-14T05:55:00.000-08:00

This painting is all about color, light and brush strokes with flair. It was the color and light that attracted me and made me want to paint it. And I felt the bold painterly brush work adds to the charm of the finished piece.

I thought it would be interesting to show photos of the painting as it developed, along with a photo of the actual objects that I painted from. Enjoy.

This is a 6x6 inch oil on a masonite panel, currently on eBay with a starting bid of just $50 and the option to “buy it now” for $65 if no bids have been placed yet. The link below will take you directly to the auction. This auction is three days only, ending on Monday, January 16 at 5:27 pm.

To buy or bid on this painting click here:
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LARGE IMPRESSIONIST COASTAL PAINTING WITH PALMS by Tom Brown

2012-01-13T10:46:00.000-08:00

Recently I painted a smaller version of this on site at the ocean in Laguna Beach, California. I did this larger painting as a demo for my Oil Painting class, using the smaller study as reference.

This is a 12x16 inch oil on canvas, currently on eBay with a starting bid of just $99 and the option to “buy it now” for $135 if no bids have been placed yet. The link below will take you directly to the auction. This auction is three days only, ending on Monday, January 16 at 10:38 am.

To buy or bid on this painting click here:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/190627733540?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649

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IMPRESSIONIST PALETTE KNIFE LANDSCAPE PAINTING by Tom Brown

2012-01-12T06:05:00.000-08:00

Many artists confine themselves to a single type of painting method. I enjoy painting both with a palette knife as well as with brushes. Each method provides a different visual treat.

This little palette knife painting has tremendous impact despite its small size. It sparkles like a small gem, and it’s filled with rich textural effects on the canvas as well as luscious color.

For me, the subject matter can sometimes be incidental. In this painting, HOW the subject was painted is responsible for as much interest as the subject itself.

I hope you enjoy it.

This painting measures approximately 3.5x5.5 inches. If you are interested in purchasing it, email me for details: tombrownstudio@cox.net

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MOONLIGHT, NOCTURNE by TOM BROWN

2012-01-09T09:58:00.000-08:00

This 6x6 inch original oil on a masonite art panel is available for a short time on eBay. Click here to bid:
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COLORFUL CONTEMPORARY STILL LIFE by TOM BROWN

2012-01-08T06:11:00.000-08:00

This contemporary still life is a 6x6 inch original oil available for a short time on eBay. Click here to bid:
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COLORFUL CONTEMPORARY STILL LIFE by TOM BROWN

2012-01-07T06:53:00.000-08:00

COLORFUL CONTEMPORARY STILL LIFE by TOM BROWN

2012-01-06T05:59:00.000-08:00

This contemporary still life is a 5x7 inch original oil available for a short time on eBay. Click here to bid:
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WINE COUNTRY VINEYARDS ORIGINAL OIL by TOM BROWN

2012-01-05T08:47:00.000-08:00

“CALIFORNIA WINE COUNTRY” is a 6x8 inch original oil on canvas, ready to frame. Email for purchasing details:
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ANNOUNCING A FREE PLEIN AIR WORKSHOP FOR ARTISTS:
I have decided to kick off my teaching schedule this year with a FREE PLEIN AIR workshop. Stay tuned for details on this blog soon.

In response to many requests I’ve extended my Holiday Pricing on select paintings that are on eBay. Click here to take advantage:
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ANNOUNCING A FREE PLEIN AIR WORKSHOP by Tom Brown

2012-01-04T09:07:00.000-08:00

FREE PLEIN AIR WORKSHOP : I have decided to kick off my teaching schedule this year with a FREE workshop on the fun of painting outdoors, directly from nature. Stay tuned for details soon. The 8x10-inch painting shown above was painted on location during one of my workshops for other artists.

Email me for purchasing details if you’re interested in today’s painting: tombrownstudio@cox.net

Also check my eBay auctions for more Holiday priced paintings:
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FREE PLEIN AIR WORKSHOP by Tom Brown

2012-01-03T07:57:00.000-08:00

Southern California ARTISTS: Watch my daily blog for details about a FREE plein air workshop I will conduct soon in Orange County, California.

Everything is completely free; no strings attached. No catches.

I’ll share everything I know to help other artists enjoy the same fun and excitement I do when painting in the great outdoors directly from nature.

I’ll show you the equipment I use, and exactly how and why I work. I’ll demonstrate my techniques and tips, and answer all your questions. You are also welcome to shoot videos or photos during the workshop if you wish. Watch for details here.

Today’s painting:
“A BREATH OF FRESH AIR”
6x8 inch plein air original oil painting.
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FREE PLEIN AIR WORKSHOP by Tom Brown

2012-01-02T12:14:00.000-08:00

The 5x7-inch painting shown above was painted on location during one of my workshops for other artists. FREE PLEIN AIR WORKSHOP: Stay tuned for information about a completely FREE plein air workshop I will be announcing soon. The workshop will be held at a scenic location in sunny Southern California.

Email me for purchasing details if you’re interested in today’s painting: tombrownstudio@cox.net

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FIRST PAINTING OF 2012, CALIFORNIA PALM TREES, OCEAN by Tom Brown

2012-01-01T10:43:00.000-08:00

HAPPY NEW YEAR!
This is my first painting of 2012, and for a short time it is Holiday Priced at a VERY low price. Email me for purchasing details: tombrownstudio@cox.net

“A SUNNY CALIFORNIA MORNING”
5x5 inch original oil, ready to frame.

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FINAL PAINTING OF 2011, LARGE PASTORAL LANDSCAPE by Tom Brown

2011-12-31T13:27:00.000-08:00

This is my final painting of 2011, painted on the last day of the year. And for a short time it is Holiday Priced at a VERY low price. Email me for purchasing details: tombrownstudio@cox.net

“CROSSING GUARDS”
12x16 inch original oil, ready to frame.

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LARGE CALIFORNIA IMPRESSIONIST PLEIN AIR PAINTING by TOM BROWN

2011-12-30T09:58:00.000-08:00

“THE DRAMA OF MORNING LIGHT”
12x16 ORIGINAL PLEIN AIR OIL ON CANVAS, READY TO FRAME. Click here to purchase:
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Thanks for looking, Tom Brown
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LARGE CALIFORNIA IMPRESSIONIST PLEIN AIR PAINTING by TOM BROWN

2011-12-29T10:18:00.000-08:00

12x16 ORIGINAL PLEIN AIR OIL ON CANVAS, READY TO FRAME.
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Thanks for looking, Tom Brown
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AMERICANA, FARM SCENE, ORIGINAL OIL by TOM BROWN

2011-12-28T06:09:00.000-08:00

“RAPIDLY DISAPPEARING AMERICAN FARM SCENE”
5x7 inch original oil.
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LIFE IS JUST A BOWL OF CHERRIES, ORIGINAL OIL by TOM BROWN

2011-12-27T13:05:00.000-08:00

“LIFE IS JUST A BOWL OF CHERRIES” 5x5 inch original oil.
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LANDSCAPE WITH FENCE, IMPRESSIONIST OIL PAINTING by Tom Brown

2011-12-25T06:46:00.000-08:00

“THE WHITE FENCE” 5x5 inch original oil.
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SNOW, IMPRESSIONIST OIL PAINTING by Tom Brown

2011-12-24T07:07:00.000-08:00

“BABY PINE” 5x5 inch original oil.
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CALIFORNIA IMPRESSIONIST PLEIN AIR OIL PAINTING by Tom Brown

2011-12-22T07:50:00.001-08:00

“COASTAL LIGHT” 5x5 inch original oil.
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NEWPORT BEACH PLEIN AIR OIL PAINTING by Tom Brown

2011-12-21T05:59:00.000-08:00

“ON THE BREAKWATER, NEWPORT BEACH” 12x6 inch original oil.
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MINIATURE ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING by Tom Brown

2011-12-20T11:00:00.000-08:00

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Thanks for looking, Tom Brown
tombrownstudio@cox.net

HOLIDAY PRICED, CALIFORNIA IMPRESSIONIST PLEIN AIR LANDSCAPE, ORIGINAL OIL by TOM BROWN

2011-12-19T11:00:00.000-08:00

“END OF A PERFECT DAY”
This 8x6 inch original oil painting is Holiday priced for a very limited time. Email me for purchasing details: tombrownstudio@cox.net

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HOLIDAY SALE, 4x6 inch ORIGINAL OILS by TOM BROWN

2011-12-18T15:46:00.000-08:00

HOLIDAY SALE, 4x6 inch ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING by TOM BROWN
Email me for purchasing details: tombrownstudio@cox.net

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HOLIDAY PRICED, PLEIN AIR LANDSCAPE by TOM BROWN

2011-12-17T12:06:00.000-08:00

“LAUNDRY DAY”
This 4x6 inch original oil painting is Holiday priced for a very limited time. Email me for purchasing details: tombrownstudio@cox.net

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TOPANGA CANYON, 12x16 CALIFORNIA IMPRESSIONIST LANDSCAPE by TOM BROWN

2011-12-16T14:00:00.000-08:00

This original 16x12 inch oil painting is Holiday Priced on eBay. Click here to purchase:
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Thanks for looking, Tom Brown
tombrownstudio@cox.net

FALLING SNOW, HOLIDAY SPECIAL, LARGE OIL PAINTING by TOM BROWN

2011-12-15T08:08:00.000-08:00

This original 16x12 inch oil painting is Holiday Priced on eBay. Click here to bid:
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LARGE SCENIC, HOUSE, TREE, OIL PAINTING by TOM BROWN

2011-12-14T08:38:00.000-08:00

This original 14x11 inch oil painting is Holiday Priced on eBay. Click here to purchase:
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PRICKLY PEAR CACTUS, 4x6 inch PLEIN AIR PAINTING by TOM BROWN, $25

2011-12-13T09:55:00.000-08:00

This original 4x6 inch oil painting is Holiday Priced at just $25 on eBay. Click here to purchase:
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12x16 inch OAK TREE OIL PAINTING by TOM BROWN, HOLIDAY PRICED

2011-12-12T09:24:00.000-08:00

This original 12x16 oil painting is Holiday Priced at just $99 on eBay. Click here to purchase:
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MOONRISE, $49 HOLIDAY SALE, 8x10 inch IMPRESSIONIST OIL PAINTING by TOM BROWN

2011-12-11T10:32:00.000-08:00

This original oil painting is Holiday Priced at just $49 for instant purchase on eBay with immediate shipping. Click here to purchase:
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Preview the hardcover book of my paintings here:
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Thanks for looking, Tom Brown
tombrownstudio@cox.net

SNOW SCENE, 5x5 inch IMPRESSIONIST OIL PAINTING by TOM BROWN

2011-12-10T08:10:00.000-08:00

This original oil painting is Holiday Priced at just $30 for instant purchase on eBay with immediate shipping. Click here to purchase:
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SNOW SCENE, 5x5 inch IMPRESSIONIST OIL PAINTING by TOM BROWN

2011-12-09T12:17:00.000-08:00

This original oil painting is Holiday Priced at just $25 for instant purchase on eBay with immediate shipping. Click here to purchase:
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HOLIDAY PRICED, 5x5 inch CALIFORNIA IMPRESSIONIST OIL PAINTING by TOM BROWN

2011-12-08T15:46:00.000-08:00

This original oil painting is Holiday Priced at just $25 for instant purchase on eBay with immediate shipping. Click here to purchase:
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NEST EGG, ORIGINAL OIL by TOM BROWN, HOLIDAY PRICED

2011-12-06T12:22:00.000-08:00

This 5x5 inch original oil painting is Holiday priced for a very limited time. Email me for purchasing details: tombrownstudio@cox.net

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BARN, LARGE ORIGINAL OIL by TOM BROWN, HOLIDAY PRICED

2011-12-05T08:31:00.000-08:00

This 16x12 inch original oil painting is Holiday priced at just $100 plus shipping for a very limited time. Email me for purchasing details: tombrownstudio@cox.net

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CLOUDS, LARGE ORIGINAL OIL by TOM BROWN, HOLIDAY PRICED

2011-12-04T11:34:00.000-08:00

This 16x12 inch original oil painting is Holiday priced at just $100 plus shipping for a very limited time. Email me for purchasing details: tombrownstudio@cox.net

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FAST SHIPPING, 16x12 inch CALIFORNIA MISSION PAINTING by TOM BROWN

2011-12-03T11:59:00.000-08:00

“MISSION SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO” is a 16x12 inch original oil painting priced for a very limited time. Email me for purchasing details: tombrownstudio@cox.net

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HOLIDAY PRICED, 16x12 inch CALIFORNIA IMPRESSIONIST OIL PAINTING by TOM BROWN

2011-12-02T09:06:00.000-08:00

“GOLDEN LIGHT UPON THE TREES” is a 16x12 inch original oil painting priced at just $95 for an instant purchase. Click here to purchase:
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HOLIDAY PRICES, LAGUNA BEACH, 14x11 inch PLEIN AIR PAINTING by TOM BROWN

2011-12-01T12:12:00.000-08:00

SOLD

Today’s painting is a 14x11 inch plein air painting of Laguna Beach priced at just $95 for an instant purchase. Click here to purchase:
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SOUTHWEST MOONRISE, TOM BROWN MINIATURE OIL PAINTING

2011-11-30T11:35:00.000-08:00

For a very limited time I am offering this painting at a special Holiday Price of just $50 plus shipping. “DESERT MOONRISE” is a 4x6 inch original plein air oil painting ready to frame. For purchasing details email me directly: tombrownstudio@cox.net

When time or circumstances do not permit a larger painting these small sizes allow me to explore an idea, capture a moment on location or work out problems before launching into a large painting in the studio. This original oil painting is a little jewel with lots of sparkle. It was painted directly from nature in the late afternoon, using the small “Stealth Paintbox” seen in my recent YouTube videos. Thanks for watching.

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HOLIDAY PRICES, 8x10 inch PASTORAL LANDSCAPE PLEIN AIR PAINTING by TOM BROWN

2011-11-29T07:59:00.000-08:00

Today’s painting is an 8x10 inch plein air painting priced at just $50 for an instant purchase. Click here to purchase:
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HOLIDAY PRICES, TOM BROWN ACEO, POSTCARD, POCKET PAINTING ART CARD

2011-11-27T08:08:00.000-08:00

This original oil painting is a little jewel with lots of sparkle. Paintings this size are known by various names such as miniatures, ACEOs (Art Cards Editions & Originals), postcard paintings or pocket paintings. And they are highly collectible. When time or circumstances do not permit a larger painting these small sizes allow me to explore an idea, capture a moment on location or work out problems before launching into a large painting in the studio. This painting is a mere 4”x3”. It is small enough to fit in your pocket or use as an elegant bookmark. And yet in the right frame it will make a beautiful statement in any room of the home. (This painting is sold unframed.)

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HOLIDAY PRICES, 8x10 inch OCEAN PLEIN AIR PAINTING by TOM BROWN

2011-11-26T13:18:00.001-08:00

Today’s painting is an 8x10 inch plein air painting priced at just $50. Click here to purchase:
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BLACK FRIDAY HOLIDAY PRICES, TOM BROWN ACEO, POSTCARD, POCKET PAINTING ART CARD

2011-11-25T08:26:00.001-08:00

This original oil painting is a little jewel with lots of sparkle. Paintings this size are known by various names such as miniatures, ACEOs (Art Cards Editions & Originals), postcard paintings or pocket paintings. And they are highly collectible. When time or circumstances do not permit a larger painting these small sizes allow me to explore an idea, capture a moment on location or work out problems before launching into a large painting in the studio. This painting is a mere 4”x3”. It is small enough to fit in your pocket or use as an elegant bookmark. And yet in the right frame it will make a beautiful statement in any room of the home. (This painting is sold unframed.)
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HOLIDAY SALE, 8x10 inch PLEIN AIR PAINTING by TOM BROWN

2011-11-24T08:49:00.000-08:00

Today’s painting is an 8x10 inch plein air painting Holiday priced at just $50. Click here to purchase:
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HOLIDAY SALE, 8x10 inch WINTER SNOW SCENE by TOM BROWN

2011-11-23T15:06:00.000-08:00

For a short time I am accepting a limited number of commissions with special Holiday Pricing. If you have a favorite photo you would like as an original oil painting, or if you see a “sold” painting on my blog and would like me to create a similar painting for you, contact me at tombrownstudio@cox.net

Today’s painting is an 8x10 inch WINTER SNOW SCENE priced at just $50. Click here to purchase:
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5-DOLLAR AUCTION, FRAMED WINTER SNOW SCENE by TOM BROWN

2011-11-22T07:48:00.000-08:00

For a short time I am accepting a limited number of commissions with special Holiday Pricing. If you have a favorite photo you would like as an original oil painting, or if you see a “sold” painting on my blog and would like me to create a similar painting for you, contact me at tombrownstudio@cox.net

Today’s painting is a WINTER SNOW SCENE on eBay with a very low bid. If you like it click here to bid:
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$5 AUCTION, TOM BROWN ACEO, POSTCARD, POCKET PAINTING ART CARD

2011-11-21T06:31:00.000-08:00

HOLIDAY COMMISSIONS AT SPECIAL PRICES:
For a short time I am accepting a limited number of commissions at low Holiday Pricing. If you have a favorite photo you would like as an original oil painting, or if you see a “sold” painting on my blog and would like me to create a similar painting for you, contact me with the title of the painting, the date it was blogged and the size you’d like it. Email me at tombrownstudio@cox.net

TODAY’S PAINTING:
This original oil painting is a little jewel with lots of sparkle.

Paintings this size are known by various names such as miniatures, ACEOs (Art Cards Editions & Originals), postcard paintings or pocket paintings. And they are highly collectible.

When time or circumstances do not permit a larger painting these small sizes allow me to explore an idea, capture a moment on location or work out problems before launching into a large painting in the studio.

This painting is a mere 4”x3”. It is small enough to fit in your pocket or use as an elegant bookmark. And yet in the right frame it will make a beautiful statement in any room of the home. (This painting is sold unframed.)

Click here to bid:
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$5 AUCTION, TOM BROWN ACEO, POSTCARD, POCKET PAINTING ART CARD

2011-11-20T16:05:00.000-08:00

Paintings this size are known by various names such as miniatures, ACEOs (Art Cards Editions & Originals), postcard paintings or pocket paintings. And they are highly collectible.

When time or circumstances do not permit a larger painting these small sizes allow me to explore an idea, capture a moment on location or work out problems before launching into a large painting in the studio.

This painting is a mere 4”x3”. It is small enough to fit in your pocket or use as an elegant bookmark. And yet in the right frame it will make a beautiful statement in any room of the home. (This painting is sold unframed.)

Click here to bid:
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HOLIDAY PRICING, TOM BROWN LARGE WINTER SCENE, SNOW, PINES

2011-11-19T17:09:00.000-08:00

For a short time I am accepting a limited number of commissions with special Holiday Pricing. If you have a favorite photo you would like as an original oil painting, or if you see a “sold” painting on my blog and would like me to create a similar painting for you, just let me know the title of the painting and the date it appeared on my blog. You can contact me at tombrownstudio@cox.net

Today’s painting: “HOLIDAY MEMORIES” is a 16x12-inch painting I’ve put on eBay with a very low bid. If you like it click here to bid:
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5-DOLLAR AUCTION, TOM BROWN ORIGINAL PLEIN AIR OIL PAINTING

2011-11-18T08:01:00.000-08:00

“ALONG THE RIVER BANK” is a 5x7-inch painting I’ve put on eBay with a very low bid. If you like it click here to bid:
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Thanks for looking, Tom Browntombrownstudio@cox.net

5-DOLLAR AUCTION, TOM BROWN ORIGINAL PLEIN AIR OIL PAINTING

2011-11-17T16:15:00.000-08:00

“MEMORIES OF TUSCANY” is a 5x7-inch painting I’ve put on eBay with a very low bid. If you like it click here to bid:
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Thanks for looking, Tom Brown
tombrownstudio@cox.net

KOI FISH, YIN YANG, WATER LILY, POND, TOM BROWN ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING

2011-11-15T08:40:00.000-08:00

This is a 16x12-inch painting I’ve put on eBay with a very low bid. If you like it click here to bid:
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Thanks for looking, Tom Brown
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5-DOLLAR AUCTION, TOM BROWN ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING

2011-11-14T07:58:00.000-08:00

“ARE WE THERE YET?” is a 6x4-inch painting I’ve put on eBay with a very low bid. If you like it click here to bid:
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Thanks for looking, Tom Brown
tombrownstudio@cox.net

5-DOLLAR AUCTION, TOM BROWN ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING

2011-11-13T07:42:00.000-08:00

“END OF A PERFECT DAY” is a 6x5-inch painting I’ve put on eBay with a very low bid. If you like it click here to bid:
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Thanks for looking, Tom Brown
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5-DOLLAR AUCTION, TOM BROWN ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING

2011-11-12T16:05:00.000-08:00

This is how I like to start my day; with a cup of hot coffee and my paints. This is a 6x8-inch painting I’ve put on eBay with a very low bid. If you like it click here to bid:
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5-DOLLAR AUCTION, TOM BROWN ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING

2011-11-11T11:36:00.001-08:00

Just for fun, I’ve decided to offer a number of my small paintings at a very low starting bid. Take a look, and click here to bid:
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5-DOLLAR AUCTION, TOM BROWN ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING

2011-11-10T11:31:00.000-08:00

PLEIN AIR VIDEO and LANDSCAPE by TOM BROWN

2011-11-09T10:02:00.000-08:00

Take a look over my shoulder as I paint outdoors on location in this video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qRMNvNVxrrI

Today’s painting “NATURE’S INSPIRATION” is an 8x10-inch original oil painting. Contact me directly for purchasing details. Thanks for looking.
Tom Brown tombrownstudio@cox.net

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PAINTING VIDEO and TOM BROWN PLEIN AIR PAINTING

2011-11-08T11:40:00.000-08:00

Take a look over my shoulder as I paint at a local farm. Here’s a link to the video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rs6T7oQslYc&feature=mfu_in_order&list=UL

“WORKING THE LAND” is an 8x10-inch original oil painting. Thanks for looking.
Tom Brown tombrownstudio@cox.net

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RAINY DAY, TOM BROWN PLEIN AIR PAINTING

2011-11-07T08:42:00.000-08:00

Rainy days can be very restful. It’s a perfect time to relax at home with a good book or soothing music.

Or a beautiful day to go out and paint from the comfort of the car along the roadside. The air is sweet. The soft, muted colors of the landscape and sky are soothing and refreshing.

It’s a perfect day. “RESTFUL RAINY DAY” is a4x6-inch original oil painting. I hope you enjoy it.

Thanks for looking. Tom Brown tombrownstudio@cox.net

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CYCLONE FENCE, TOM BROWN PLEIN AIR PAINTING

2011-11-06T09:42:00.000-08:00

You could see through the cyclone fence, but you could also see the fence itself.

The challenge was how to paint the fence and “NOT” paint the fence. It had a translucent quality, with the background only partially visible.

The detail image reveals how I did it, along with how I rendered the wire mesh of the fence without overworking it.

“NOW YOU SEE IT, NOW YOU DON’T” is a 5x7-inch original plein air oil painting.

This was painted as a demonstration for other artists at a Plein Air Workshop I taught. Thanks for looking. Tom Brown tombrownstudio@cox.net

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TOM BROWN PLEIN AIR ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING

2011-11-05T17:23:00.000-07:00

Painted on location this morning during a Plein Air Workshop I taught for other artists.

“PETERS CANYON VISTA”
5x7-inch ORIGINAL PLEIN AIR OIL PAINTING
Thanks for looking, Tom Brown
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VIDEO and LARGE CITY LANDSCAPE PAINTING by TOM BROWN

2011-11-04T09:10:00.000-07:00

ARTISTS: To emotionally connect with viewers it is necessary to put emotion into your work. Some of the factors that attract buyers to paintings are surface texture, brush stroke technique, color-mixing, paint application, lighting, composition, control of value shapes, and mood.

“THE LOADED BRUSH” is my online lesson that covers all of these elements and more. It is delivered by email as a pdf for just $20. (How many sales will it take to recoup that?) Email for details: tombrownstudio@cox.net

Here’s a link to my YouTube video of the 12x12-inch city scene shown above:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EQepyHvJ7f0

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OCEAN, SURF, SKY, SAND, TOM BROWN PLEIN AIR OIL PAINTING

2011-11-02T09:56:00.001-07:00

Yesterday I discussed how I look for the “visual poetry” in a subject. I find the aspects that emotionally attracted me and put those feelings into the painting.

I painted this one at the seashore, sitting on the sand as the waves washed in with a hypnotic rhythm. It was a very restful, dreamy mood and I wanted to put that feeling into the painting.

I noticed the criss-cross pattern the waves left on the sands. And the many subtle colors in the waves, the colors of the surf itself, the sky and even the wet sand. These were a part of the experience and I made sure to include these things as well.

As surf rolled in and broke in white foam, it made shimmering reflections in the surface of the ocean. I studied wave after wave, observing these effects so that I could capture that effect also.

I was very pleased with this painting; I think it captured the feelings I wanted to express. I hope you like it too. “A RESTFUL DAY AT THE OCEAN” is a 6x6 inch oil painting, created on site directly from nature (en plein air).

Thanks for looking, Tom Brown
tombrownstudio@cox.net

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ART PHILOSOPHY AND PASTORAL LANDSCAPE BY TOM BROWN

2011-11-01T12:02:00.000-07:00

During a recent Plein Air Workshop I taught, I discussed the two separate aspects of creating fine art paintings: the development of technical skills, and the artist’s creative skills.

Technical skills can be easily taught. How to handle the brush, how to use the palette knife, how to create specific color mixtures, even the elements of composition, etc. But there’s another even more important element of creating art that can emotionally connect with the viewer.

It’s the creative aspect. That’s about how an artist sees the possibilities within a given subject. It’s about how to find the emotional life of a subject and make decisions about bringing those things into a painting so that others can see them and feel them as well.

To connect with these feelings and reactions an artist must look within his or her heart and soul. It’s not about recording dry facts on canvas. It’s about recording the “poetry” of the subject.

To create truly fine pieces of art, we must become “visual poets” rather than merely accurate technicians. That visual poetry is what I attempt to bring to my subjects. And when a viewer is moved emotionally by my paintings, then I have succeeded.

This painting was created from the side of the road, using the “stealth” pochade paint box you’ve seen in one of my recent YouTube videos. I parked on the shoulder of the road and painted with the pochade box resting on my lap. I wanted to capture the quiet serenity of this country setting.
“QUIET SERENITY” is a 6x6 plein air oil painting, created entirely on location. I hope you like it.

Thanks for looking, Tom Brown
tombrownstudio@cox.net

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HAPPY HALLOWEEN FROM TOM BROWN

2011-10-31T10:56:00.000-07:00

I couldn’t resist; I love painting pumpkins. This morning I decided to stay in the studio and paint this 6x6 inch pair of pumpkins just for fun. It will add a nice touch to the walls today and through Thanksgiving.

Thanks for looking, Tom Brown
tombrownstudio@cox.net

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PALM TREES, TOM BROWN PLEIN AIR ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING

2011-10-30T11:53:00.000-07:00

While hiking in the California hills I came across these palm trees growing wild. A new "baby" was sprouting at the base of one of the larger trees and I decided the entire scene made an interesting composition. This painting is the result, painted entirely on location (en plein air, as they say). Enjoy!

“THE WILD ONES” 8x6-inch ORIGINAL PLEIN AIR OIL PAINTING
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ANTIQUE POCKET WATCH, HOURGLASS, TOM BROWN STILL LIFE ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING

2011-10-29T16:16:00.000-07:00

“TIME AFTER TIME,” a nostalgic look back at the pre-digital point in time. Sometimes low-tech is better. (8x6-inch original oil painting) Enjoy!

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HARBOR, BOAT, SEA GULLS, TOM BROWN PLEIN AIR ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING

2011-10-28T16:32:00.000-07:00

The little boat was named "Gullible" and it seemed to be a fitting name when this flock of gulls found something tasty that was stored in the boat.

A wild feeding frenzy ensued. The air was filled with ear-piercing screeches as gulls vied for the best treat. I was painting at the edge of the harbor when this occurred, and I quickly painted this record of the experience.

The air seemed filled with a single massive blur of wings, and that's the feeling I tried to capture in this painting. Hope you like it.

“FEEDING FRENZY” 8x6-inch ORIGINAL PLEIN AIR OIL PAINTING
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Thanks for looking, Tom Brown
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