Moosejaw Studio

Recent Work

2007-11-05T18:46:00.000-07:00

I have been doing framing, getting ready for the Zions bank show. It is this Thursday, the 8th, if you need additional info, email me. But I have worked on this one in between framing. Take a look.

Gouache

2007-10-22T12:41:00.000-07:00

Alright, above are a few of the gouache studies I've been doing outdoors. Most are around 3x4 inches.

Outside work

2007-10-08T12:13:00.000-07:00

With the coming of Fall, I've had the itch to get outside a bit more. Before the weather turns into nasty old winter. I done several studies, some in gouache, some in oil. I've posted 3 oils, and in a few days, I'll post the gouache studies. Thanks for looking, take care.

ps. the above paintings are 6x12, 8x10 & 8x10.

Couple of New Paintings

2007-09-26T13:28:00.000-07:00

"Cathedral Valley" 10x12
"Mitchell Butte" 16x20

I wanted to post a couple new paintings, for your enjoyment. I appreciate everyone that came by my show, last Friday, at Art Access gallery. For those that missed it, the work will hang until Oct 12. Hope you can stop in and see the work. Thanks, John.

Chimney Rock

2007-08-29T13:16:00.000-07:00

A little study (6x8) I did today, from my Capital Reef trip. I'm working on sketches, to make a larger version of this rock.

Moab study

2007-08-28T16:43:00.000-07:00

Just a small (6x8) Moab study. I'm heading to Moab on the 8th of Sept. for a show at Framed Image gallery. Look forward to a good time.

Been too long

2007-08-22T08:03:00.000-07:00

I apologize for not posting in sooooo long. July was a blur. Many travels, many paintings. At this time, I'm currently getting ready for a myriad of shows in September. I'll post a few new ones here, and my website will be updated with all the new "show paintings". This will give a small preview of the shows, just in case you cannot make it to the showings.
This one above, is a small 5x7.

Sketches

2007-06-27T12:50:00.000-07:00

From my recent trip to Capital Reef area, I'm posting a couple of sketches. These were quick little on the spot works, done inbetween paintings, and hikes. Hope you enjoy them.

New 8x10

2007-06-25T16:10:00.000-07:00

Here's a recent 8x10. I have since completed a larger (16x20) version of this study. That one I have entered into the Deseret News Landscape show in SLC. I am very fond of this one, and the larger one, seemed to work out well.

I am getting ready for a private little show in SLC, this coming Saturday, for a lawyer convention, should be interesting.

Sold.

Clouds and Cliffs

2007-06-18T13:49:00.000-07:00

I recently returned from a week long trip to Capital Reef National Park. The Entrada Institute sent me there, to gather info, and do work for a week, and I'll then supply them with a painting to auction at their benefit in the Fall. I'll keep you posted on that, and I'll also post of a few studies from my week there, it was an awesome trip. I covered a lot of ground and did a lot of studies and drawings, but for now, I'm posting a recent 8x10, of the Vermillion Cliffs area. Enjoy.
Sold.

300 Plate Show

2007-05-26T11:04:00.000-07:00

The 300 Plate show last week, was a smashing success. I was amazed at the number of people there, it was crazy, the place was packed wall to wall. Standing room only, hot and humid, reminded me of some concerts I've been to.
I sold 4 of mine the opening night, and Maree had her name drawn out of the hat, to enable her to buy a painting without competition. She bought a Gary Ernest Smith. Gotta love that. We had a great time, and look forward to next year.

Depth of the Desert

2007-05-15T09:27:00.000-07:00

Finished this little one last week. It's 9x12. Painted on that rough linen. I'm liking that. I ordered a big roll, so I can do some larger work.

I'm excited for the 300 Plates show this week. It's finally here!

41st Springville Salon Show

2007-04-25T13:06:00.000-07:00

Just found out today, that my painting below, (Bucksin Gulch) was accepted into the Springville Salon show, at the Springville Museum of Art. On average, only 20% of the work entered is accepted. This is Utahs premier art showing. I'm excited for the show, and look forward to seeing many other nice works. Hope to see you there, May 5th, 7pm.

11x14

2007-04-22T08:58:00.000-07:00

A new little 11x14. I used a new canvas on this piece. A much more rough texture, some type of "Russian landscape" canvas. I liked the way the paint went on, I felt it was a success. I am in the process of doing a larger painting from this study, adding a few background elements, etc..

Enjoy!

5 Plates, finished-

2007-04-13T11:57:00.000-07:00

Done. I've finished the last "plate" painting. It has been fun doing this work. The show should be a good one. I plan on attending, and seeing all the cool work. A couple of my good friends, Rob Colvin, Ron Russon, and Dave Meikle will also have work included. So if you get a chance, drop by and say "hello", and of course, buy some art! See you there, May 17th.

Another Plate painting

2007-03-28T09:00:00.000-07:00

Ok, one more down...only two to go. This is from the area just northeast of Kanab Ut, around near Johnson Canyon.

Another Plate painting

2007-03-23T09:02:00.000-07:00

As promised, here is another "plate" painting. This piece is from near the chukar hunting haunt of mine in Northern Nevada. I still have a couple of these plates to finish before May, but I'll post another next week. Thanks again for looking.

300 Plates show-

2007-03-16T12:35:00.000-07:00

Coming up in May, on the 17th, I'm involved in a show at Art Access Gallery. It is their annual fund raiser. They invite many of Utah's best artists to paint or create images on recycled printing plates. Hence the name, "300 Plates". The plates are then numbered 1-300 and priced according to #, then sold that night. I've been asked to paint 5 plates. I thought I'd give a preview of the paintings as I am creating them, a little "sneak peak". I'll post one today, then a few others next week, so check back often. Thanks!

A little diddy

2007-02-28T11:11:00.000-07:00

Just a recent smaller painting, 6x12. I have also posted many many new larger works on my website, www.moosejawstudio.com check it out.

Studio Work

2007-02-15T08:34:00.000-07:00

I've been out of commission for a time...doing some larger paintings, and also refinishing my studio floor and repainting the walls. I thought I'd put up a photo showing all my hard work!

But now I am back to painting and feeling good about my new digs.

New Work

2007-02-01T13:06:00.000-07:00

This is an 8x6, can you smell the sage? I love working on this type of subject matter, the shapes, patterns and colors. Not to mention the wide open vistas....solitude. Something we all need more of I would venture to say. This work is now SOLD.

Something a little different..

2007-01-30T08:43:00.000-07:00

Thought I'd post this 5x7, it's been a while since I painted an alpine scene. Must be the cold weather making we wish for blue skies and rising trout. Actually this outlet held many nice brookies. Happy dreaming...

Vermillion Cliffs

2007-01-19T16:06:00.000-07:00

Here's a new sketch, (5x7) of the Vermillion Cliffs area near Marble Canyon. I love the abstract quality that comes from the rock face and ground cover. This piece was brought about by a tiny thumbnail pencil sketch that I did a number of years ago. (actual size of the pencil is 1"x1", about what you are viewing it at) It took some simmer time to bring it to fruition. Enjoy. This work is now SOLD.

Yet Another-

2007-01-12T09:31:00.000-07:00

I had fun painting this one. It was a challenge, but worth it. The backlighting was fun, and adding color into the shadows is always nice. So take a look, and like the others and most everything else I paint, it is for sale. This work is now SOLD.

New Postcard study-

2007-01-05T09:05:00.000-07:00

Recently finished "postcard"(5x7) painting. This one was inspired by the area just east of Kanab, Johnson Canyon. I have spent many evenings there, watching the light hit the bluffs..truly a magical time. This one is also for sale. $200 Thanks for looking.

ps. I've had inquiry concerning the recent 15 Bytes spot, people wanting to see the painting of Ron Russon's that I mention. Make sure you click on his link to the right, to view the painting.

A Blast from the Past-

2006-12-22T10:46:00.000-07:00

Recently, I was going through some things in the studio and stumbled upon this little painting. I thought it was quite interesting to take a look back and visually see the journey my work has taken in the last 7 years. This 7x5 was painted in Moab, using a palette knife, on my very first outside painting trip with my good friend and fellow painter, Rob Colvin. The date? August, 1999. Hope you enjoy, I'd love to hear the feedback.

New Postcard sized painting-

2006-12-20T10:32:00.000-07:00

This is a 5x7 painting, or study if you will. If you are interested in purchasing this painting, email or call me. Thanks for looking. SOLD

New Postcard study-

2006-12-12T08:55:00.000-07:00

This is a 5x8, oil on linen sketch. I am currently in the mode of creating a larger version of this little jewel. I have pushed the color and shapes on this one, trying to achieve a flowing composition while capturing the vivid colors of the area. If you'd like to purchase this piece call or email me. Thanks for looking.

THANKS!

2006-12-12T08:50:00.000-07:00

I just wanted to give a heartfelt "Thanks" to all those this year who have supported me, collected my art and in general have contributed to my well-being. You know who you are, and you're awesome! I could have achieved nothing without you.

Mt. Henry

2006-12-04T14:35:00.000-07:00

A small 6x8. I had fun with the shapes and colors with this one. This painting is now SOLD, to a wonderful collector and connoisseur. Thanks!

Finally New Work

2006-11-28T10:26:00.000-07:00

It's about time I added some new work. Posted here are the two pieces that I had done sketches for and had blocked in. Thanksgiving took some wind out of my sails, but I'm back at it. Next week, on the 5th, is the Zion's bank show. I'll be downtown SLC at the Main St. Headquarters of Zion's peddling art. Hope to see some of you there!

New One

2006-11-14T14:17:00.000-07:00

Here's a 9 x 12, just a start. I've drawn in the shapes, using Ultramarine. You can probably tell, I washed it out, and re-drew it a second time. Sometimes that happens. This is a pretty straight forward composition, but I'm still excited to jump in on this one, and create a strong image.

The Process

2006-11-07T09:34:00.000-07:00

I've been asked why my "what's on the easel" link, that I've had in the past, is no longer on my website. Frankly, it was too hard to keep up with it, by posting works in progress. My blogsite however, makes it much easier to add works in progress. So those of you who have asked, here I've granted a "works in progress". This painting (16 x 20) is currently in progress. On this painting, I had decided to work out my value patterns prior to using color. So I "blocked in" the general painting, using burnt sienna and white, thus establishing my values. Once this dries, I'll begin painting in color, well, once I establish a color scheme. I've tried several gouache color comps, and have yet to find one I like. Ahh, the process.

Bristlecone

2006-11-02T14:52:00.000-07:00

Alright, enough fun and games, back to work. This is a recently finished (today) piece, 11x14. The oldest living organism, the bristlecone pine.

Happy Halloween!

2006-11-02T14:48:00.000-07:00

This foxy mamma makes me laugh, peace.

"Finger Mesa"

2006-10-27T12:09:00.000-07:00

I recently finished this piece, entitled "Finger Mesa" 16 x 24. You may remember the little gouache study that I had done. I had fun on this piece, took several liberties with color and tried to make an interesting composition. The scan is a little "off", but you can get the idea.
As a side note, I found out today that I was selected by the Entrada Institute, to be their "artist-in-residence" for 2007. The Institute is dedicated to preserving the Colorado Plateau, and each year an artist (music, written, photo, video or visual) is selected to spend time in Torrey Utah, doing what they do, then at the annual fundraiser in the fall, they show what they have accomplished, etc. I'm excited about this, I mean, who wouldn't want to spend 4 days around Capital Reef painting and drawing? Actually, "Finger Mesa" was painted from a mesa in Caineville, just on the east side of Capital Reef, that is some awesome country. Anyway, thought I'd share that bit of news. Take care, and enjoy the painting.

Now Titled, "Fluid Repose"

2006-10-23T12:38:00.000-07:00

That is the title for the new painting. Thanks to all for your input, it was helpful, enlightening and humorous. If you must bash the title, go right ahead, it's a free world (in some places), but it's my painting!
P.S. Stay tuned for new work.

"Untitled"

2006-10-17T13:21:00.000-07:00

Good day to you all. I'm asking for your help on this one. I've just completed this painting, and as of yet, have not come up with a decent title for this piece. So I'm soliciting your creative help in coming up with a proper title. All I can offer, is that the "winner" will definitely have their title given to this work. Unless of course, all the offered titles are found lacking. Now, go for it!

Pyramid Lake Postcard painting

2006-10-16T13:37:00.000-07:00

This is a small 3 x 6 inch postcard sized painting. I did it a little while ago, as a study for larger painting. I'm in the process of working on a 12 x 24, of the same Lake, different view and composition.

Ok, one more Casson

2006-10-10T12:27:00.000-07:00

Just another Casson piece. Enjoy.

A.J. Casson

2006-10-10T12:18:00.000-07:00

I'm just too excited not to share this with everyone. I finally found a copy of the book; A.J. Casson: His life and Works. Dang, this is an awesome book, about one of Canada's premier painters. I just can't say enough about his work, you'll have to google him to see more. This one is just a teaser.

Small Sketch

2006-10-09T13:03:00.000-07:00

Here's a new gouache sketch (2.5x3.5). This is a color sketch of a painting that is currently in the "block-in" stage. The larger painting will be a 16x24 oil. I try to stay fairly simple with the color sketch, working out a possible palette, but mostly value patterns. I do not always do a color sketch, sometimes just a small b/w thumbnail sketch, but with this one, I wanted to work out a few things before going to the canvas. Just a bit of insight into my working process. As a side note, gouache is an opaque watercolor paint, but unlike transparent watercolor paint, it does not dry permanent. It allows the painter to "go back into" the painting and re-wet and rework areas.

"Desert Expanse"

2006-10-06T08:24:00.000-07:00

Here is the finished (possibly) painting of the below sketch. The jury is still out on this one. I'd like to hear some opinions and thoughts, if you will. As all artists know, it is difficult to create something, then hang it out there for all to see. A very personal event. But if the illustration world has taught me something, it is to have a thick skin.

Finished!

2006-10-05T16:01:00.000-07:00

I have been working on a large painting (25x48) for the past several weeks. Today, I think I may have finished it. The posted sketch is of that painting. The painting is slated to be auctioned off at the Annual Cowboy Poetry Round-up in Salt Lake City, Nov. 8. Should be a good time. I always breath a sigh of relief when a large painting is done, and I didn't destroy it or start over, they take a lot of energy to create. Whew!

First "painting" post..

2006-10-03T16:03:00.000-07:00

I thought I had better add some "color" to this site. Here I've posted a 3x12 inch painting, that I did recently. I know you've seen it on my "other" site, but still, I had to add something.

For Starters...

2006-10-03T15:44:00.000-07:00

Against my better judgment, but at the request of friends, I have created a "blog" to chronicle my varied and vast achievements in the world of art. Who knows what will come of this venture, but I will try to post current paintings, sketches of what I've been working on, and where I am headed in my travels. Occasionally I will post "small, postcard sized paintings" that will be for sale. I'll keep you posted. Hope you enjoy...jb