Little River (24x36) oil GW

Growing up low tides meant a long weekend at Little River south of Mendocino, California. While many coasts bring memories, this one is the dearest to my soul.

Tuscan Quilt (18x24) oil

The rolling hills and colors of Tuscany demand attention. This is a bit over the top, but then... It will be interesting to see the impact of far South in next year's spring Italian sojourn.

Chianti Hills (16x20) oil

Looking down from Monteriggioni the opposite direction from Tuscan Idyl above

Turn of the River I (18x24) oil

The Folly River scene is in constant change. This series will try to explore some of its moods.

Golden Dawn ( 18 x24) oil

Mountain Home (18x24) oil

The southern Smokies isolated their settlers fostering the continuing use of many farm ways through most of the twentieth century.

Here I Come (18x24) oil

Isolation was true of much of the southern piedmont , especially after the coming of interstates, though a little corn and cotton continued to be grown.

Ghosts Passing oil 18x24

Paved roads brought an end to the traditional community stores which now are often derelict or just plain gone.

Who's Fish ? (16x20) oil GW

Harmony over the catch isn't always as straight forward as one might wish

Goat (16x20) oil

Goat is head oyster guy at Bowen's and childhood friend of James and Robert.

James (16x20) oil

The Southern Foodways came to town and had dinner out a Bowen's Island (in background). James is chief cook and bottle washer at this traditional "hole in the table" fish restaurant.

Where's the Party (11x14) oil

Magnolia Gardens

Magnolia Pond (18x24) oil

Ponds dot the gardens through Magnolia Gardens

Orange Rose (11x14) oil

Red Rose (11x14) oil

Solitude (11x14) oil

Magnolia gardens in the fall.