MICHAEL NAPLES

One Down, One To Go

2012-01-24T21:26:00.002-06:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 16"x20" SOLD

I was commissioned to do a painting as a Christmas gift for a local Brewery in Chicago. They are Argus Brewery and they brew the best craft beer around. If you like good craft beer, I urge you to go to their Facebook page and "like" them.

Pez Mickey

2012-01-23T19:24:00.001-06:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6"

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Pez dispensers have been on my "to paint" list for a while.

Alone with Leaves

2012-01-19T20:05:00.005-06:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

Wine Close-Up

2012-01-17T21:35:00.002-06:00

Oil on Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

This is one of the last commissions I have. After they are through, it will be a marathon of painting until May. I need 15 larger works for 2 shows. That's a good problem to have :)

Oil Can Cityscape

2012-01-04T22:20:00.003-06:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

Love these oil cans. I borrowed them from a guy a work with and I think I will be using them in a larger painting coming up. I was invited to a 4-artist show this May so there will be a lot of painting from now until then. Nose to the grindstone.

The Old Days

2012-01-03T21:13:00.001-06:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

Antique Mad Mags

2011-12-31T12:37:00.003-06:00

Oil on Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

It's been a couple of weeks since I have posted but I have been quite busy. First off, I have been painting a number of commissions. This is one of them. A small collection of Mad magazines from over 40 years ago.

Second is, our third daughter was born on December 15th. She looks just like her 2 sisters when they were new borns. Cute as a button. Photo is courtesy of Julie Ferenzi Photography. Click the link and "like" her page.

Red Pear with Books

2011-12-16T18:08:00.003-06:00

Oil on Board. Approx 10"x10" SOLD

This is another piece that sold at Susan Powell Fine Art before I could even post it here. I really like how this one turned out. It is what I strive for in my work. A balance of warm and cool, light and dark, and tight and loose.

Outside of the Box

2011-12-14T21:52:00.003-06:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6"

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I fixed yesterday's auction. I was finally able to upload the photo. It was a real joy painting all the grooves in this pumpkin.

Top Cork

2011-12-13T22:33:00.003-06:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6"

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Three Caps

2011-12-12T22:38:00.002-06:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

C is for Crayon (Lucy and Lola version)

2011-12-11T22:05:00.002-06:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

This is a painting of my kids' drawings. The flower was drawn by my 3 year old, Lucy, and the drawing on the top was done by my 2 year old, Lola. Tomorrow (Monday) is my wife's birthday so I gave this painting to her. She is also due next week with our third girl who will be named Lyla. I guess I will have to redo this painting next year to show drawings from all three daughters. I'm a lucky guy.

Leaf with Droplets

2011-12-09T22:23:00.002-06:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

My wife spotted this leaf and waved me over for a look. She has a good eye.

Pinot

2011-12-08T21:51:00.004-06:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

A recent commission.

Cork Shot

2011-12-06T20:39:00.003-06:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

Threesome

2011-12-05T21:30:00.003-06:00

Oil on Board. Approx 10"x8"

Another painting for the Susan Powell Fine Art Holiday show. This is the second to last pear painting for a while. I am exploring some new still life objects and compositions. I have 6 more commissions before Christmas but I can't wait to get into some new work. Busy, busy! For purchase information, please contact the gallery at 203-318-0616 or visit their website at www.susanpowellfineart.com.

One of a Pear

2011-12-04T21:23:00.003-06:00

Oil on Canvas. Approx 18"x18"

Another fresh piece for Susan Powell Fine Art. This is one of 3 NEW pieces I have hanging in her Holiday show. I am honored to have one of my paintings on the back of the promotional postcard for the event. For purchase information, please contact the gallery at 203-318-0616 or visit their website at www.susanpowellfineart.com.

Grazing

2011-12-02T21:38:00.002-06:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6"

For purchase information, please call Randy Higbee Gallery at 714-546-2156

This is one of my painting hanging in Randy Higbee's 6" Squared Show that Opens tomorrow. I have 3 paintings accepted in this show. It should be a good one...like usual.

Daytime Moon

2011-11-21T22:48:00.003-06:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6"

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It's been a while since I painted this subject. I almost forgot how much I love capturing these power lines.

Two Shots

2011-11-15T22:51:00.003-06:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6"

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I got a new antique crate from my parents. It has all the ware and tare I love to capture. Love it.

Natalie

2011-11-14T20:49:00.002-06:00

Charcoal on paper. Approx 11"x14"

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This is from a portrait night a couple weeks ago. It was about an hour of vigorous drawing. You can see 2 other progress shots on my Facebook page if you click on the photo album "2 Hour Portrait Night".

Garibaldis

2011-11-10T21:35:00.002-06:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

If you grew up in the Addison area, then you know all about the North Park Mall. As a kid it was the coolest place to go and our parents loved it because there was one of every store there. They had a pizza place called Garibaldi's and the decor there hadn't changed for decades..classic. This is the exterior sign on the building. It was a commission (for someone who grew up in Addison). A pleasure to paint.

Pumpkin with Bottle

2011-11-08T22:53:00.003-06:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

I'm in pumpkin mode right now. I had my first pumpkin donut of the season just yesterday...and I liked it.

B is for Bottle

2011-11-04T21:17:00.003-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

I feel a series coming on! It may take a while to get through them because I have 14 paintings to get done before Christmas. Yikes. Just hearing that makes me nervous.

If you are looking for a cool Christmas gift for yourself or anyone else, let me suggest my newest book "SQUARED". It is available in soft or hard cover and if you order before November 30, you can use the promo code BIGTEN for $10 off your purchase.

Punkin

2011-11-03T20:58:00.004-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6"

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I showed this painting to my 2 year old, Lola. I asked if she knew what is was and she said "punkin". Hence the title. I love how kids articulate.

A is for Apple

2011-11-02T22:21:00.003-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6"

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This apple was in our fruit bowl. One look at it and I had to hide it in the studio until I was ready to paint it. That's how it works. Food, silver wear, cups and booze randomly disappear.

Pomegranate with Books

2011-10-28T20:56:00.003-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

Apple with Honeycrisp

2011-10-20T22:08:00.003-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

I received an email from Michel Oosterhout. He has a website called "an apple a day". He asks artists to create a piece of art featuring an apple and email it to him to put on his website. As soon as I finished reading his email, I knew I wanted to include my iPhone in the painting. I really liked capturing the dark sleekness of it as well as the color shift across the Honeycrisp. Fun painting to do.

Sam No.2 (the charcoal version)

2011-10-19T22:14:00.002-05:00

Charcoal on paper. Approx 12"x19"

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I did the math earlier today and it turns out I haven't used charcoal since college...which was 10 years ago!!! Yikes, that went fast! Anyway it felt great to spread the black dust around for a change.

Pumpkin Pie

2011-10-18T20:59:00.003-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

Well, it's pumpkin season in full effect. Pumpkin everything; ice cream, coffee creamer, flavored coffee, pies, muffins, donuts...all pumpkin. And I think we ate all that in one week.

On a side note, if you are reading this via email subscription, I want to let you know I changed the design of my blog. First time in five years! Very exciting...for a geek like me.

One Down, Two Up

2011-10-17T20:15:00.004-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

I've been in the mood for a wine themed painting lately. If you go on my Facebook page (you can find a link on my menu bar on the left of my blog) to see a 30 minute block-in of this painting. I have a few gallery paintings on the list in the near future. Stay tuned...

After

2011-10-16T20:56:00.002-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 10"x10" SOLD

The second commission. These will find their new home in Australia.

Before

2011-10-14T22:35:00.001-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 10"x10" SOLD

The first of 2 commissions. They will hang as a pair.

Red Pear with Books

2011-10-13T21:50:00.001-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

Sam

2011-10-12T22:04:00.003-05:00

Oil on Canvas Board. Approx 11"x14" SOLD

Great model tonight. I had the pleasure of meeting Janice Skivington. She is a fellow blogger and lives in my town of Wheaton. We were bound to meet up sooner or later but it took about 3 years. It's actually her son who modeled. It was a good crowd tonight.

Crated

2011-10-11T20:40:00.001-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

Antique Remedy

2011-10-08T13:10:00.003-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6"

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I started out with the background much warmer...you know to get that perfect gray? BUT it wasn't working with the warm amber bottle. When I cooled down the background for a better temperature balance, it started to come together. This bottle has such nice detail that I wanted to almost make it a portrait. Capturing all the interesting features including the dust on top and the peeling stickers.

Antique Bicycle

2011-10-04T22:23:00.004-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6"

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I still have three commissions left but since I am caught up on gallery paintings for the time being, I thought I would get back to a small painting. I've been dying to paint this one for about 3 weeks. I think it's currently my favorite. I've been tinkering with gray colors lately and this back ground is right where I want to be. It is on the edge of dark tan and gray. I love it!

Pear With Books

2011-09-30T15:13:00.003-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 10"x10" SOLD

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This is the demo I did last Wednesday night. Thanks to those who came out. It was great to see you. I only got about an hour and twenty minutes of paint time that night but put a little studio time in to finish it.

Peeking Pear

2011-09-22T21:58:00.002-05:00

Oil on Board. Approx 12"x12" SOLD

This piece sold at Susan Powell Fine Art before I could even post it here. In other news, I have a live still life demo I will be doing Wednesday, Sept 28 at the Elk Grove Village Library at 7PM. Come on out and watch me work.

Pear with Stained Glass Window

2011-09-16T20:04:00.002-05:00

Oil on Canvas. Approx 20"x20"

Another fresh piece for Susan Powell Fine Art. I aquired a couple of stained glass windows that are quite old. They have layers and layers of paint cracking off. That is what drew me to them. They have character. For purchase information, please contact the gallery at 203-318-0616 or visit their website at www.susanpowellfineart.com.

Popped Top

2011-09-14T19:25:00.002-05:00

Oil on Cradled Board. Approx 12"x12"

I was invited to participate in a group show that opens this Friday at Mason Murer Fine Art. It is an event for the top shareholders of Coca-Cola so the artwork needed to be coke related. I borrowed this old crate from a friend. I loved all the character it had to offer. A real pleasure to paint! For purchase information, please contact info@masonmurer.com or call the gallery at 404-879-1500.

New Portrait

2011-09-05T21:27:00.002-05:00

Oil on Board. Approx 8"x10" SOLD

This is a commission. The younger brother of a girl that I drew a couple of years ago. It's a short week this week which isn't exactly a good thing. I have a lot of things to do and less days to do them in. On that note, it's up to the studio.

I Heart NY

2011-09-02T14:31:00.005-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

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I can't beieve it's been 10 years since 9/11. It's weird thinking back about that day and the days to follow. Do you remember where you where that morning? I can recall it like yesterday.

I made a time-lapse video of this painting which you can view HERE.

To Us

2011-08-26T21:11:00.002-05:00

Oil on Board. Approx 8"x8" SOLD

This is a commission. It was a Christmas gift from her son. The customer took her time thinking about what specific items would represent her and her husband. It was a fun one to work on.

In other news, I have officially become apart of the twitter family so please follow me by clicking here. Thanks!

Theresa

2011-08-24T22:13:00.003-05:00

Oil on Canvas Board. Approx 11"x14" SOLD

Loved our model tonight. About a 2 hour effort.

Books and Corks

2011-08-17T22:49:00.005-05:00

Oil on Board. Approx 10"x8" SOLD

Another fresh piece for Susan Powell Fine Art. I bought these books at the resale shop and I gut them for the ripped up condition they were in. I felt like I was doing a portrait of them by wanting to capture the character they had.

Antique Tops No.2

2011-08-15T22:22:00.003-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

Antique Soda Cap

2011-08-11T21:11:00.003-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

I absolutely loved painting the detail in this crate in the background. This is kind of a warm up to a 12x12 I am doing for a group show in Atlanta in September. Now I can't wait to start that one. Too bad I have a couple of others in line before it. Oh...any ideas what kind of crate that is in the background? Or is that a dumb question?

Lonely At The Top

2011-08-08T22:08:00.002-05:00

Oil on Board. Approx 9"x13"

Another fresh piece for Susan Powell Fine Art. For purchase information, please contact the gallery at 203-318-0616 or visit their website at www.susanpowellfineart.com.

Peeking Over the Edge

2011-08-01T21:41:00.003-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6"

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I absolutely love the shape of this cherry. I hope that doesn't sound weird. The antique wood here is actually an old wash board. It was one of my finds at the resale shop and the only reason I bought it was for the look of the wood. That's how the artist's brain works, I guess.

Stem Fight

2011-07-31T22:30:00.003-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

I thought these stems looked like a sword fight...hence the title.

Antique Bottle with Cherry

2011-07-26T22:48:00.003-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6"

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I found this bottle and a resale shop recently. I've actually picked up a number of interesting items from there lately. I can't wait to paint them all...maybe all in the same painting.

Thick Frosting

2011-07-14T22:26:00.003-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6"

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This is kind of a frosting study. Love the thickness. Almost abstract.

The Artist's Tools

2011-07-08T22:27:00.003-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

I had this painting in mind for a couple of weeks. Then last saturday, I saw the DailyPaintworks challenge was to "paint what you paint with". Perfect timing for me. This painting is a bit looser and that is what I love about it. I think if I tried to paint every detail and make it really tight, I would have lost all of the drama.

Matt No.2

2011-07-07T22:01:00.001-05:00

Oil on Canvas Board. Approx 11"x14"

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Same model as last week but a different angle. I like this profile much better. About a 2 hour effort.

Antique View

2011-07-01T15:15:00.002-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

I aquired 2 antique windows. They are beat up, cracked, and have layers of paint chipping off of them...that makes them beautiful. This is a small detail of one of them along with a 1968 Schlitz can.

Chrome and Glass

2011-06-30T22:35:00.003-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

I came across these two items by chance. As soon as I saw them I thought, there's a painting.

Matt

2011-06-29T22:49:00.001-05:00

Oil on Canvas Board. Approx 11"x14"

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Another great model tonight at the head study session. About a 2 hour effort.

57 Bel Air

2011-06-28T21:39:00.004-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

I love classic cars. Admittedly, I don't know a fraction of the facts my dad knows, but I'm into the look of them. I swear, at a glance he can tell you the year, make, model and three additional tidbits about any car. I don't understand it. I barely know what I drive to work each day.

my NEW book: SQUARED

2011-06-17T17:11:00.007-05:00

Measures 7"x7", 114 pages.

For purchase information, please visit my bookstore here.

This is a representation of 100 favorite paintings from the substantial collection of square works. They are separated into 9 sections to easily categorize the diversity in subject matter. It has a whopping 114 pages and measures 7″ square and comes in softcover, hard cover with dust jacket, or hard cover image wrap. Each image in the book measures 5.2″. This book is printed at the highest quality using blurb.com which is a company that specializes in book production.

SQUARED by Michael Naples

Meredith

2011-06-15T22:10:00.000-05:00

Oil on Canvas Board. Approx 11"x14"

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Another great model tonight at the head study session. About a 2 hour effort.

Third Wheel

2011-06-13T21:34:00.001-05:00

Oil on Board. Approx 12"x9"

Another fresh piece for Susan Powell Fine Art in Madison, CT. For purchase information, please contact the gallery at 203-318-0616 or visit their website at www.susanpowellfineart.com.

Pink

2011-06-10T21:47:00.004-05:00

Oil on Canvas Board. Approx 11"x14" SOLD

Another great model tonight at the head study session. I haven't been able to make it to this session it quite a while but it felt really good to get back. About a 2 hour effort.

Early Morning Harvest

2011-06-09T22:12:00.001-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6"

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Red One

2011-06-06T19:48:00.004-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6"

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I just love the look of these old vans. They are classic and you don't see that many in such great condition. This one was a pleasure to paint.

Peach in a Peach Tree

2011-06-02T22:32:00.003-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

This photo is good but really doesn't do this one justice. There is a lot more temperature change in the peach that the camera didn't pick up.

Pair On Top

2011-05-31T17:55:00.003-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 8"x16" FRAMED - SOLD

This is a larger painting that is framed with a gorgeous silver frame which really makes the pears stand out. I've had this composition in my mind for a while and finally got it out on board. I'm very happy with the final product.

Red Velvet

2011-05-28T21:29:00.002-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

This is the second commission from the same person. It is my first red velvet cupcake painting and I loved capturing those colors. I might have to do another.

Apple With Leaves

2011-05-27T21:45:00.001-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6"

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Cream Filled

2011-05-26T20:41:00.002-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

This is the first of 2 commissions. Stay tuned for the companion piece. ALSO, I want to tease a project I am planning. I can't give any details at this time but after I catch up a bit on the 5 commissions and a couple of gallery paintings, I will hit the ground running with the new "secret" project.

Scenic Route (framed)

2011-05-22T21:21:00.003-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" FRAMED

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This painting is being offered framed with the beautiful Catalina Black with Gold (floater) from the Randy Higbee Gallery in California. They have superb frames and do quality work.

Basking Bunny

2011-05-17T20:51:00.003-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6"

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I caught this little guy catching some sun in my backyard. Lucky. If you view the auction, there is an awesome rollover zoom feature that DailyPaintworks has implemented to its site. Finally it's a breeze to view close-up brush strokes.

Left Out

2011-05-16T20:38:00.003-05:00

Oil on 1/8" Board. Approx 6"x6"

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I wanted to emphasize these objects coming out of the darkness. That meant it was all about subtleties.

Apple Bottom

2011-05-14T20:42:00.004-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6"

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I wanted to do a different take on the apple wrapped in a cloth...so I flipped it upside down. There is just as much interest on the bottom than on the top. Or at least that is what I tried to prove.

Young Magnolia

2011-05-06T20:41:00.003-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 4.125"x7" SOLD

This is a painting I've been thinking about for a few weeks. Ever since the Magnolia trees started budding in my area. I caught this one at the perfect stage of starting to bloom.

Over the Top

2011-05-05T20:55:00.004-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

Two of my favorite parts of this painting are the stem and the reflected light. I always try to push the reflected light in my paintings because it adds so much drama.

A Single Single

2011-05-04T20:40:00.004-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6"

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What really attracted me to this composition was the cast shadow on the wall. If I got that shadow right, it would imply that the dollar was crinkled a bit.

Green Stripe

2011-05-03T20:23:00.004-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

I've been searching for a while to find a red pear that was good enough to paint. All of them have been dark red and boring looking. This one, however, made it worth the wait. The only one with a distinct green stripe and a lighter shade of red. Nice. I'll paint that one.

Wire Crossing

2011-05-02T20:38:00.004-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

I love how these wires seemed like a tangled mess. This was one of the demos I did this past weekend. I was fortunate enough to have a gentleman fly in from Turkey to do a 3-day workshop with me. It was an honor and pleasure.

Standing Tall

2011-04-30T20:47:00.004-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 3.125"x4" SOLD

As soon as I pulled this cork out of the bottle, the merlot color was singing. I knew right then that I had to paint it. This auction is being hosted by Daily Paintworks instead of Ebay. Anyone can bid, but in a few weeks any artists who wants to list their paintings with DPW will be able to do that as well!! They are art specific, art friendly, and significantly cheaper than Ebay.

Violin Detail

2011-04-19T21:06:00.003-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6"

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This is my Grandpa's violin. I really enjoyed painting it.

Scenic Route

2011-04-16T11:26:00.003-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6"

This is a road I drive on everyday on my way to and from work. It's a slow speed limit with plenty of scenery. I love this route. It's one of 2 paintings that is hanging in the Randy Higbee Gallery 6" Squared show which opens tonight. If you are interested in purchasing, you may contact the gallery direct. If you are in the Costa Mesa, CA area (unfortunately i am not) stop by and check out the almost 500 paintings juried in the show.

The Greener Side

2011-04-14T20:37:00.006-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 8"x12" SOLD

This painting just shipped to Susan Powell Fine Art today. This composition makes me think that the two top pears are peeking down to see what the green pear is up to. Almost out of jealousy or curiosity.

On a side note...as most of you know, I do mostly small paintings that are right around 6"x6". Lately I've been doing more and more larger pieces for gallery obligations. Not huge but still bigger than the usual, so for me this requires a bit of a different setup as far as lighting and easel, etc. I recently acquired a set of lights that includes a Lamp and Stand as well as an additional Clip on Lamp from The Daylight Company. It could be tricky buying lights for the studio but these are great. They simulate the most natural light (which for me is good because I paint mostly at night), are easy to maneuver, they have extra long cords and they don't get hot (even when they are on for hours at a time). AND they come with bulbs so they're ready to use right out of the box. Click here to read more technical stuff about them. Below is a picture of them in my studio in front of a work in progress. Check them out...highly recommended.

Big and Tall

2011-04-11T21:39:00.003-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

I thought this title was most fitting.

Reflecting Pears

2011-04-08T22:50:00.001-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 10"x8" SOLD

Red Stripe

2011-04-06T18:02:00.004-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

I love picking out fruit for their unique features. I'm that guy who sits in the pear section and looks at way too many of them before I decide on which one I'm buying.

In The Light

2011-04-05T22:09:00.002-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

Demetrius

2011-03-30T22:33:00.002-05:00

Oil on Canvas Board. Approx 11"x14" SOLD

Another great model tonight at the head study session. About a 2 hour effort.

Stack of Bread

2011-03-28T22:42:00.003-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

I got this from a friend. He owed me money and paid in all singles. It makes for a dramatic presentation, though.

Wires Over the Sunset

2011-03-24T21:04:00.003-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6"

For purchase information, please email michael@mnaples.com

I can't get enough of these wires. Especially when Mother Nature keeps changing the backdrop in such cool ways.

Awaiting Fate

2011-03-21T21:37:00.002-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6"

For purchase information, please email michael@mnaples.com

Cloudy Connection

2011-03-19T23:21:00.004-05:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

This is my entry for the new Daily Paintworks Challenge which benefits JAPAN. This is a huge deal because the auctions are all help on DPW so 100% of the money goes to the charity. No fees and free posting AND it's open to anyone. I strongly urge anyone and everyone to post a painting to the new challenge to help those in need.

Lorrie

2011-03-16T22:26:00.002-05:00

Oil on Canvas Board. Approx 11"x14" SOLD

Another great model tonight at the head study session. About a 2 hour effort.

Cigar Time

2011-03-13T22:22:00.004-05:00

Oil on Cradled Board. Approx 12"x9" SOLD

Glow

2011-03-08T21:28:00.002-06:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6"

For purchase information, please email michael@mnaples.com

Apple with Leaves

2011-03-07T21:39:00.002-06:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6"

Sunny Side

2011-03-03T21:22:00.003-06:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

This reminds me of Spring time which is right around the corner...technically.

Lynetta

2011-03-02T22:26:00.001-06:00

Oil on Canvas Board. Approx 11"x14"

For purchase information, please email michael@mnaples.com

Great model tonight at the head study session. About a 2 hour effort.

Asian and Bosc

2011-02-27T21:01:00.004-06:00

Oil on 1/4" Board. Approx 6"x6" SOLD

The one on the left is an Asian pear. It tasted like a perfect cross between an apple and a pear. Strange but good.