The Mansfield General Store

I spent time this morning with my friend Richard Young from Eastford and Val Law from Woodstock. We had a nice breakfast over at The Mansfield General Store in Mansfield Center. Walking into the store one is reminded of the days of long ago...this truely is a general store..has all the smells and feelings of days gone by. I now have several paintings hanging on the walls. Stop in for coffee or a good feed and check the place out, you will be glad you did!! Looking for antiques?? They also have a large room full of everything....

2011 Artists' Open Studios

November 25, 26, 27 and December 3 and 4. 2011 My gallery is #51 on the map this year. Please stop in and say hi. You may also call to set up another time to visit if the weekends above do not work for you. The Artists' Open Studio tour is a free, self-guided art adventure. Whether you are an avid collector, just curious about fine art, or an emerging artist, this is an incredible opportunity

for you to meet Northeastern Connecticut's painters, sculptors, fiber artists, photographers, potters, jewelers, glass artists, metal smiths, wood-turners, and other fine artists. You have your choice of over 70 artists who work in a wide variety of mediums and styles, and live in an even wider variety of studio environments: From busy downtown lofts, to country barns with lazy rivers rolling by, to in-home cozy studio spaces where life and work share their energy. While many of us experience fine art by visiting art galleries and museums, we rarely have the chance to meet the artists whose work we admire, and be welcomed into the spaces where they nourish their creativity and produce their art. And, it gives artists the the opportunity to connect with you and to share their passion and expertise – a sure cure for some of the isolation artists often feel while they work away in their studios day after day. More information can be found at aosct.org

Killingly Art Show

Had a great day yesterday at the Killingly Art Show. My painting of the Bicentenial Farm on RT 97 in Pomfret won 2nd prize!! This painting was done in my home studio from a picture I took on a nice winter day last Jan. The farm sits back off the road and the house and barn have nice lines and shadows

New Venue....Java Jive

Just before the holidays I was contacted by Chris, the new owner of Java Jive in South Woodstock, Ct to decorate the walls of his new restaurant. One of my paintings sold just last week and today I got an email from a patron at the restaurant who would like to purchase several of my work!! What a great way to start the New Year!! I have two commissions to work on this month and hope to continue with commissions throughout the year. Interested in having your home painted on canvas to hang in your home?? Please let me know and I will get back in touch with you asap. I will be posting the new year shows later this spring. In the meantime I have paintings at Java Jive and also at the Art Alley in Putnam, check in at the Silver Circle Gallery for details. Our home gallery is open by appointment only. I look forward to a new year!!

Artists Open Studio Nov 26, 27, 28 and Dec 4, 5

Artists Open Studio is a free, self-guided art adventure in Northeast Conn. Pick up a brochure at one of the 85 artists participating. More info can be found at www.aosct.org. My home studio is off the beaten track so I am "renting" space in one of the beautiful homes on historic Woodstock Hill. Stop in to see the selection of paintings, have a cup of mulled cider, and a munchy!! Hope to see you there!!

Weekend Art and Antiques Show on Woodstock Hill

Visit the website www.preservationct.com/ to view the information on the weekend show in Woodstock ,Ct. Over 24 artisans have come together to have a show at the homoe of Valerie and Phil Law. Stop in either day, Oct 16th or 17th from 11-5. Refreshments will be served and all proceeds from the show will benefit TEEG, our local food bank.

Celebrate Agriculture

On Saturday, Sept 25th, Celebrate Agriculture will be held at the Woodstock Fairgrounds from 9 am-3 pm. Stop in and see the animals, tractors, go for a hayride, and see the art displays!! I will have a small display of local farms and open space. Our home gallery is also open to the public this weekend. Stop in if you can!!