The Whirlwind....

Hi folks,
I just want to post some updates to the blog. It's been far too long and there's been so much happening that I probably will not remember to discus so much with yall!!

I just returned from Winter Park, Fl. from a plein air event. It was great to reconnect with other artist, kinda like a homecoming, and meeting other new friends. Making new family friends, and staying with the most gracious host on the planet. Pam and Glenn Paisley opened their arms to a stranger, and I departed feeling loved and welcomed back anytime.

The Winter Park Plein air 2014 was just what the doctor ordered to start off a very busy painting season. With new sales and my client base extending is always a welcomed event. The weather was great, it's Florida how bad can that be, and the art was even hotter than the temps.

So with no more delaying, I'll share what happened and hopefully you will see something here you might like. If you do, don't hesitate to contact me via email.

Also, I am participating in LeGrand Fine Art's Salon again this quarter (http://www.legrandfineart.com). Sue puts on an amazing Salon and usually has clients walking out with smiles on their faces and paintings in their hands. Check her web site out for more info.

So, here's a few paintings that have sprung from my brushes.

Thanks for reading and for your support! Take care, Tom

Port Warwick or any other port of call

Hi folks, 

I just want to fill you in on a bit of up and coming events happening in the coming weeks. 

I am humbled to be accepted into this show of other great local artist in the area. The show at Murphy Mongomery gallery begins at 5:30pm. I hope you can attend!!

Also, I am participating in an event in The middle of April ( April 20-26 ) in winter park Florida (http://www.polasek.org/wppo/home/)  I am trying to let folks know ahead of time so if anyone wants to help with expenses of the trip I am offering an option for that to happen. What I'm willing to offer is if anyone wants to pre- purchase a painting to help cover gas down and back it would greatly help in many ways. What I am offering is for every $150 you care to contribute I will allow you YOUR choice of painting that comes from the trip.  Hers how it breaks down..... $150- choose any 6x8 , $300- you can choose any 8x10 OR 9x12, if you'd really like to help out and contribut $500 you have your choice of 11x14 up to 16 x 20.

These prices are much lower than if you found my painting in a gallery setting. I am only making this offer available until April 10th. So take this opportunity to pick up a one of a kind original and knowingly that your helping to keep a dream alive! Thank you all!  Please email me to take part in this great opportunity... Bradshaw72@gmail.com

Also please visit Winter Park Florida's site for more up to date info!! 

http://www.polasek.org/wppo/home/

It's time for a new YOU! New Year, New ways to do things.

Hey folks,
I hope you all had a great holiday season! I had an incredible one myself and if Santa was good to you all as much as he was to me we should all feel so stuffed with art supplies and armed for the new year!

This time of year I always take stock and look at my years work, annalize and set some goals for the next year and set goals on improvements. How many paintings to do this year, if I have any goals for major improvements I usually order enough small canvas's ( 6 x 8 ) for studies and usually get started on those right when the linen arrives. I stock up early because spring is right around the corner. That means I should already have met my goals, that means I need to get outside and paint. Not later, but NOW! One of the best parts of January is that the days are inherently getting longer and even though the temps are cold, painting in the winter time outside is spectacular! I have always loved the soft light, the long shadows, and the chill in the air. Summer is right around the corner and I've got to be ready for it!

Plans are for a very busy summer here with shows all over the east coast. The first being in Winter Park Florida April 20-27. This is a new event for me so it should be fun. Check back for more details soon and if you feel up to it, give me a jingle and talk about art sometime!

Have a great January! See you all further on down the road!
Tom