New York in the 1980's

SOLD
5 O'Clock Shadow
36x40 inches
Oil

Last Saturday I had a delightful studio visit with a lovely couple who had seen samples of my paintings in the neighborhood and were fans. We spent 2 hours going through the racks, pulling out paintings to consider. I shared stories about each one and they in turn, being native New Yorker's, had stories to share as well about growing up and living in New York. This 1987 painting is the one they ultimately chose. I came up with this title as it referred to the time of day, the shadow cast on the Met Life building and the thought of some worker's 5 o'clock facial shadows at the end of the workday. I'm thrilled that it is going to a good home where I hope it will be enjoyed for many years to come.

 

 

46 Years and Counting - Another Studio Anniversary

May 12, 2026 marked my 46th Studio Anniversary in Long Island City, Queens, New York. 

I went through the racks and pulled out a few older paintings to reflect where I've been and where I am today. Here are a few older pieces that I've offered for sale at a special price through the month of May. Looking forward to seeing what comes off the easel in the years to come.

 

9th Avenue Lady in Window_16x20_oil_1986

72nd Street Crowd_14x11 in_oil_1992
 

Downtown Textures_24x18_oil_1997

 

Fruit Stand_16x20 in_oil_1987

 

Houston Street Still Life_24x18_oil_1997

 

LIC Waterfront  Crabhouse_9x12 in_oil_2016

Small Puck Building_16x12 i_oil_1992

 

The Yellow Building_16x12 in_oil_1992

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Graybar Building

Graybar
Oil on panel
8x8 inches
SOLD

This is a recently completed commissioned painting of the Art Deco styled Graybar Building located at 420 Lexington Avenue next to Grand Central. Opened in 1927, the building was designated a 
New York City Landmark in 2016.

One can see some impressive figures on different sections of the facade 

Photo of some architectural details

My collector's father had worked in this building for many years and it was commissioned as a special gift for him from his children.

 

 

 

Affordable Art Fair New York, Spring 2026

My work on view at the Affordable Art Fair
in New York City this Spring

 

Affordable Art Fair

JC Gallery Booth A19, 3rd floor

Starret-Lehigh Building

601 West 26th Street, NY

March 18-22.

 

Here's the link for hours and info.

https://affordableartfair.com/fairs/new-york-spring/

 

 

Sharing this interview about my work and thoughts on being a working artist that appeared in the online magazine Bold Journey.

Here is the link: Bold Journey 

An 1870's Long Island City home

 

Janet's Place
Oil on panel
6x6 inches

2025

 

This small study is of an 1870's home that can still be found on a Long Island City side street amid all the new glass boxes and luxury condos that abound. Yet another new building is slated to begin construction just next door. The old and the new, side by side.

Chrysler Building's Golden Hour

Chrysler's Golden Hour
Oil on canvas
24x18 inches
SOLD

Whew! I think I'm going to call this one finished.

A few months ago my friend Dianne was celebrating a big birthday and a visit to the top of the Empire State Building had been on her bucket list. Her friend Nancy organized a visit and surprised her by inviting some friends to come along. I took loads of photos and felt this one was worth painting. It was late afternoon on a windy, chilly day and the sun was casting a golden light on the Chrysler building and beyond,. lighting up many familiar sites in this detailed filled painting. Worked on this one for 3 months and it was a challenge