In this scene Noah is pleading out to God to save him, his family, the animals and all the earth from the torrential rains. He sends out the raven to search for dry land. But the raven only returns as there is still no tree on which he can perch. Thus Noah with all of...

This Pentecost cross was created to celebrate the confirmation of 6 special people on the day of Pentecost, May 23. The cross measures 8" x 10" and is painted in vibrant reds and oranges and a dove is placed in the center to symbolize the coming of the Holy Spirit...

The winner of the 100 blog give away is Emily Litman of Jersey City NJ. Thank you Emily and all the other wonderful folks who stopped by to say hello and celebrate my one hundredth blog entry. I appreciate your support and your interest in the arts here at Urban...

Alleluia Christ is Risen!!!It is now the tenth day of Easter. This joyous season of Resurrection and new life is celebrated for 50 days. It just so happened that this Risen Lamb cross was the focus of my painting over the Easter weekend. It was commissioned by Nicky...

Summer Sky is my latest abstract painting. It measures 12"x 15" and is painted in acrylics with a clear non yellowing varnish. I love creating abstracts because each one is a surprise when it is finished. No matter what I think it may turn out like I am always...

Every day is the day to pray. I do believe there is an angel of prayer for each one of us as we walk this journey through life. These current days filled with worry and woe concerning war, poverty, politics, natural disasters, economic failure, broken relationships...

During my visit here in Houston I have been reminded once again of the majestic beauty of the American Oak Tree. The mighty oak is one of the most impressive visual images I have of Houston Texas. I lived in this lush environment for 10 years during my early adult...

Urbanpastures is working this month in Houston Texas. Yes, I have flown south to paint for 3 weeks. While I am here I am having a small art show. I thought what better piece to create than The Alamo. This was a fun wood cut out to make because I know many people have...

I just can't stop thinking about those wonderful Ironwood trees. I made one in January for my good friend Emily and had such a good time creating it that I just had to make another. Here is one I made last week. I set the tree against an abstract painting reminescent...

This original acrylic painting, of a sea side in California, is my latest commission. It is rich in texture and color. The background is full of tissue paper and painting compound giving the surface a rich texture and a three dimensional surface. The couple who...