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The sun came out again for us on the last day and we had that  unusual combo of fall color and snow. Triple Crown by Bruce Bingham 9x12 oil I took out my last 9x12 panel after the first painting, divided it in half and did some quick value studies of the same scene using different colors. I know this sounds odd because so many painters go out and work on color studies that match the scene, but all I think about is value and pushing colors to match  my own vision, mood, or sense of harmony. In fact I make an effort to not be influenced by local color, like a green tree for example. I'm more of an impressionist than a tonalist because it's what I enjoy the most. There is no right or wrong here. These each took about 20 minutes and it's a great way to  clean up your palette after a painting trip! Thanks for following along.

The thing about painting trips is that it stretches you as an artists. It forces you out of your comfort zone and to look at things with fresh eyes. It also made me choose a subject that I wouldn't normally paint. Canadian Vista View by Bruce Bingham 12 x 12 oil I usually go for structure over pure landscapes and definitely not vistas.  It's a personal preference but partially because  I feel like these views are so majestic I'm not sure I can convey that feeling. But this is where my friends landed so I gave it a whirl. I can really see why people get into painting mountains. Funny thing, below is my friend, Mary Burkhardt's painting next to mine. Even though the interpretations are very different it almost looks like the  same painting extended! Seeing Double Thanks for following along!

I've just put these three painting up for auction to help a Houston family that lost their business. All proceeds go toward this worthy cause. Bidding starts at 75$ Glow click here for auction Sedona Yellow click here for auction Sedona Red click ere for auction If you missed my first ever video podcast please check it out! Thanks for following along! Until next time.... Ciao for now

Cuban Caddy by Bruce Bingham 24 x 30  oil Check out my new video podcast called: Painting Inside Out with Bruce Bingham Please view, comment and subscribe! I'd love to see you again. You can view the entire newsletter by clicking  here . Thanks for following along! Until Next Time- Ciao for Now.

This time last February I was in Cuba painting with close to 100 other artists. The weathered patina of the once elegant Cuba is still effecting my paintings. Cuban Courtyard by Bruce Bingham 16 x 20  oil Havana was filled with secret inner courtyards, not unlike Barcelona, Except in much worse condition. About the painting process: This turned out to be an interesting exercise in two point perspective. More than that the tiles on the floor had a perspective all of their own. Not only do the have to get larger as they move toward you, they also have a trapezoid shape that fans out at an angle Like a fan as it comes forward. Value in painting is relative to what's around it.  So the dark square in the light is the same value as the light square in the dark. I know, but it's true. On top of that there is a shadow thrown by the pillar which I made happen partially by a glaze and by over painting the lighter squares (in the darker shad...

Bar Harbor Afternoon  12 x 12 oil on board by Bruce Bingham Returning to my Fall Color Week experience, I have to say that this was my favorite painting of the week. It was one of those that felt like it almost painted itself and everything sort of fell into place without alot of struggle. I love it when that happens. Thanks for letting me share my art/life with you. To view more of my artwork click  here Please sign up for my newsletter click  here To follow me on Facebook click here here

Concho Confetti  9 x 12 oil on board by Bruce Bingham Saturday I entered my first Quick Draw competition in San Angelo, Texas.  In the spirit of the day I cleverly disguised myself as Zorro. Since we only had two hours to complete the painting, and since I'm not the fastest brush in the west,  I thought the costume might help me remember to speed things up. I was delighted to be awarded Best Painting in the Aspiring Artists division, by Gay Faulkenberry .  Thank you! That means people who went to the quick draw that were not in the week long paint out. Proof that Zorro lives: The greater Austin area group that was there did well: I'm pictured here with award winning  Laurel Daniel ,  Kim Hoester , and  Jimmy Longacre. But the highlight of the event for me was purchasing a wonderful painting by Shelby Keefe  called Intersection. Shelby won BEST in Show! Awesome right?! Thank you for letting me shar...

Fall Color Week Continues.... Buoy Connections 9 x 12 oil on board by Bruce Bingham For purchasing info click  here. We had seen this adorable small building while heading to a painting location and it was love at first sight. So the next time we had a sunny  morning I headed over with a couple of friends, Mary Burkhardt  and  Roxanne Steed . The colorful buoys added charm and their shadows held them together in a  shape.  This picturesque landmark was closed for the season but it also doubled as the Winter Harbor Chamber of Commerce. It was so much fun to paint. Current exhibitions: Oil Painters of America National Salon Show at the Beverly McNeil Gallery,  You can see all the art work by clicking  here. I was very honored to have this painting accepted: Buried Treasure 12 x 12 oil on board available through http://www.beverlymcneilgallery.com/ Also I am happy to be one of the ...

Bucket of Brews by Bruce Bingham 12 x 12  oil on board I love this time of year, things begin to cool off and the weather is beautiful. Plus it's my birthday month so it always feeling like a new beginning to me. Upcoming Events: For the Austin locals: Plein Air Austin Group Show We are excited to announce that the PAA Art show at the Corridor of Arts is up and open for viewing! Come out and meet fellow artists on Thursday, Sept. 26th 4-6pm. Exhibition Viewing:   Sept. 8 - Nov. 2nd,  Mon -Fri 8am-6pm. Corridor of the Arts, 700 Lavaca St., Austin, Tx Also for locals: My friend  Robin Cheers  has a wonderful show at the  Russell Collection  in downtown Austin Robin Cheer with two of her paintings. It's a great show featuring three very different women artists. Really worth a visit. Upcoming events: Full with wait list Full with wait list Thank you for allowing me to share my art/life with you! T...