Two pomegranate slices

Two pomegranate slices, oil on panel, 4 x 4 inches Two juicy pomegranate slices. Pomegranates are a favorite to paint, because of the luscious rich reds and liquid highlights and for the symbolism from classical Greek mythology with Persephone’s mother mourning her absence after she eats a few pomegranate seeds. After a fallow winter she rejoices […]

Pomegranate on vintage china saucer

Pomegranate on vintage china saucer, oil on panel, 4 x4 inches | Sold This pomegranate rests on my great grandmother’s vintage china saucer in a sort of classic pose. I’ve always loved the blue and white design. I was interested in the combination of reds and the reflections on the fruit as well as the […]

Pomegranate on Blue Willow

I called this blog Painting Habit since I try to paint in the studio every day. Often I’m working on large pieces but these small ones can be finished more quickly so it’s easier to do one each day as I was doing leading up to the Praxis Collective show, Indra’s Net. I promised to post the […]