Two Beauties

Study for Two Beauties
Oil on canvas panel

6x6 inches

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I always smile when passing the Gilsey House on Broadway and 29th Street. This NYC Landmark, built in 1872, is a beautiful Victorian pile that sits like a grand old lady on grand old Broadway, a bit of the past in a bustling, every changing city. The Empire State Building, built around 50 years later, illustrates the huge change in the style of architecture being built, a hearkening of things to come. Two beautiful and memorable buildings.

D.'s Studio in LIC

Study for D's Studio in LIC
Oil on canvas panel
6x6 inches

Last summer I stopped by an artist's studio in LIC for a visit. As I was leaving I heard my name being called. After looking around and up and saw my friend Donna waving from the window of the building where she has her studio. She came downstairs and we had a chance to catch up and chat. It's always nice running into fellow artists in the neighborhood and I'm reminded once again of what a vibrant arts community exists in Long Island City.

LIC Courthouse Reflections 2019

Study for LIC Courthouse Reflections 2019
Oil on canvas panel

6x6 inches

SOLD

I've been working on a series of small studies for possible larger paintings and was pleased with this one. The venerable Long Island City Courthouse sits amid a massive amount of construction and development these days. The beautiful old building, constructed in 1874 and remodeled in 1904 is reflected in a nearby new glass residental building. The Court Square area is unrecognizable as I walk around these days and I was glad to find this view which highlights the old and the new sitting side by side. Having painted the Courthouse several times over the years, I am still struck by its stately elegance.