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HAPPY NEW YEAR to all my loyal collectors, students and fans! Thanks for a wonderful 2006. I look forward to creating many exciting new paintings for your collections in 2007.

I painted this twilight scene on location when the recent full moon was rising. This is an 8x10 inch original oil on canvas. If you are interested, please email me directly since this will not be auctioned on eBay. To see my eBay paintings simply click the headline above this photo. If my work adds beauty and joy to YOUR life, then I have succeeded. - Tom Brown.

LARGE IMPRESSIONIST PLEIN AIR LANDSCAPE PAINTING - (CLICK HERE TO SEE MY EBAY AUCTIONS)

This rolling landscape in Irvine, California is near the high school from which my son graduated. As I was painting this developers were moving in heavy equipment to begin construction of a new housing tract that will replace this scenic vista forever. Many of the beautiful landscapes I have painted in this area have now been replaced by housing developments. This is yet another that I captured on canvas just in time.

PLEIN AIR IMPRESSIONIST LANDSCAPE PAINTING (click here to bid)

"DRAMA IN THE SKY" -- What a day for painting! A group of snow white birds crossed the treeline under breathtaking clouds that seemed to reach the heavens. A gentle breeze sweetened the air and the silent landscape seemed untouched by man. These bits of magic find their way into paintings created on location, and for me it’s what plein air painting is all about! Thanks for stopping to look, and enjoy the view! -- Tom Brown.

ORIGINAL IMPRESSIONIST TONALIST LANDSCAPE PAINTING (click here to bid)

“ANOTHER PERFECT DAY” There is a special magic that finds its way into paintings created on location (en plein air). You can almost smell the earth and feel the breeze in these paintings. Constantly changing conditions force an artist to work intuitively and put his initial vision on canvas without a lot of fuss, which captures a sense of authenticity found only in location work. Thanks for stopping to look, and enjoy the view! -- Tom Brown.

ORIGINAL IMPRESSIONIST TONALIST LANDSCAPE PAINTING (click here to bid)

As I was painting this an endless stream of birds flew past and I decided to include them in the composition. You can see them just above the distant treeline. This is part of the magic that finds its way into paintings created on location. Constantly changing conditions force an artist to work intuitively and put his initial vision on canvas without a lot of fuss, which captures an authenticity found only in location work. Thanks for stopping to look, and enjoy the view! -- Tom Brown.

ORIGINAL IMPRESSIONIST TONALIST LANDSCAPE PAINTING (click here to bid)

"NEWPORT BACK BAY" This was painted on location at Back Bay in Newport Beach, California on a calm, serene day. There is a special magic that finds its way into paintings created on location (en plein air). Constantly changing conditions force an artist to work intuitively and put his initial vision on canvas fast, without a lot of fuss. This captures an authenticity found only in location work. Thanks for stopping to look, and enjoy the view! -- Tom Brown.

ORIGINAL IMPRESSIONIST TONALIST LANDSCAPE PAINTING (click here to bid)

"SOFT SILVER SKY" -- The sweet smell of coming showers was in the air and a gentle breeze rustled the trees as I painted this peaceful scene. A special magic finds its way into paintings created on location (en plein air). Constantly changing conditions force an artist to work intuitively and put his initial vision on canvas fast, without a lot of fuss. This captures an authenticity found only in location work. Thanks for stopping to look, and enjoy the view! -- Tom Brown.

CALIFORNIA IMPRESSIONIST PLEIN AIR LANDSCAPE PAINTING (click here to bid)

This is one of my favorite spots to paint. Each time I stop here the lighting and colors are different, much like Monet’s series of haystacks done at various seasons and times of day. I painted this entirely on location this morning under hazy skies that muted the colors of the mountains and fields.

I recently posted a panoramic painting on my daily blog showing another part of this landscape done earlier in the year when colors were very different than this; much more vivid. It’s a beautiful spot in Irvine, California not far from my home.

Thanks for stopping to look, and enjoy the view! -- Tom Brown.

LARGE PLEIN AIR LANDSCAPE (click here for my eBay auctions)

“ROLLING HILLS OF CALIFORNIA” is an 18x24 inch canvas painted on location in Southern California. If you are interested in purchasing it please contact me by email since it will not be auctioned on eBay. Have a good day and thanks for looking. -- Tom Brown

“KEYHOLE ROCK” (click here to bid)

This famous landmark cliff in Laguna Beach has an opening at the base forming the shape of a keyhole. The keyhole shape is only visible from a specific vantage point, when rocks and cliff formations properly align. It is a dramatic and beautiful scene that has attracted many artists to paint it over the years and I have taken other artists to this spot for some of my plein air workshops. If you’re ever in the area it’s worth visiting. You can email me for specific directions to the spot if you’re interested in seeing it.

IMPRESSIONIST LANDSCAPE PAINTING (click here to bid)

“THE SENTINELS” There is a special magic that finds its way into paintings created on location. You can almost smell the earth and feel the breeze in these paintings. Constantly changing conditions force an artist to work intuitively and put his initial vision on canvas fast, without a lot of fuss. This captures a sense of excitement found only in location work.

FIGURATIVE ART, WOMAN (click here for my eBay auctions)

“WOMAN & CHILD ON BEACH” This 11x14 inch oil painting was created as a demonstration piece during a recent workshop I taught. If you are interested in purchasing this piece please contact me directly via email, since I am not listing this on eBay. To see my eBay auctions please click the headline above this picture. Thanks for looking.

PLEIN AIR LANDSCAPE (click here to bid)

This is one of my favorite places to paint. It shows the foothills not far from my home in Southern California. Every time I arrive here to paint the light and colors are different. It was very overcast when I painted this earlier today, and the colors of the hills are very muted in this piece. On bright sunny days the colors are often unbelievably brilliant compared to how they appeared today. Enjoy the view, and let me know if you like it.

Panoramic Plein Air Landscape (click here for my eBay auctions)

I painted this entirely on location a few miles from my home in Southern California. It shows a view from the end of the Jeffrey Open Space Trail in Irvine, with Saddleback Mountain in the background.

It measures 21.5 inches wide by 10 inches high. This painting was reproduced as a “wraparound” on the front and back covers of the Irvine Adult School brochure of Fall classes this year. If you are interested in purchasing it please contact me by email, since this one will not be auctioned on eBay. To view my eBay auctions click the headline above this photo. Thanks for looking.

ART GIFT

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ART GIFT

Great GIFT IDEA at a special HOLIDAY PRICE! Click the link above the picture to purchase.

ART GIFT

Great GIFT IDEA at a special HOLIDAY PRICE! Click the link above the picture to purchase.

ART GIFT

Great GIFT IDEA at a special HOLIDAY PRICE! Click the link above the picture to purchase.

TOM BROWN PLEIN AIR PAINTING

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PLEIN AIR LANDSCAPE (click here to bid)

Country roads always beckon me to explore a little farther. A new adventure or beautiful vista always promises to be just around the next bend, and often it’s hard to know when to stop and set up my easel. This time I simply stopped and painted where I was - and let the mystery remain for another trip.

By the way - a big THANK YOU to all who attended my demonstration painting last evening. You made my day, and I enjoyed meeting new people as well as seeing many familiar faces again.

PLEIN AIR LANDSCAPE (click here to bid)

There is a special magic that finds its way into paintings created on location (en plein air). You can almost feel the warmth of the sun and the gentle breeze in these paintings. Rapidly changing light forces an artist to work intuitively and put his initial vision on canvas fast, without a lot of fuss. This captures a sense of excitement found only in location work.

Subscribe on this page (upper right) to get email alerts of my daily paintings hot off the easel - plus painting tips and techniques, news of special events, and more! Speaking of special events, come meet me this evening, Thursday, December 14th at 6:30 pm. I will be giving a painting demonstration and lecture at the Irvine Fine Arts Center in Irvine, California. It’s free to the public and refreshments will be served. You may even win a free painting. Hope to meet you there.

“PASTORAL LANDSCAPE” (click here for all my eBay auctions)

The auction for this landscape will begin on eBay this evening. You will be able to bid on it then if you’re interested. Meanwhile you can take a look at all my auctions by clicking the link above. If you live in Orange County, come meet me tomorrow evening, Thursday, DECEMBER 14th! At 6:30 pm, I will be giving a painting demonstration and lecture at the Irvine Fine Arts Center in Irvine, California. It’s free to the public and refreshments will be served. Hope to meet you there.

TWILIGHT LANDSCAPE PAINTING (click here to bid)

This is that magic time when the final rays of daylight give way to twilight. It requires a swift brush and a delicate balancing act on the canvas to capture the subtle hues of the sky, trees and land before the colors change. I was pleased with the results of this one. Hope you like it.

PASTORAL LANDSCAPE (click here to bid)

COME MEET ME ON DECEMBER 14th, AND WIN A FREE PAINTING! At 6:30 pm, I will be giving a painting demonstration and lecture at the Irvine Fine Arts Center in Irvine, California. It’s free to the public. At the conclusion, my demonstration painting will be raffled off FREE to someone in the audience. Mark your calendar and join me there. Remember – everything is free: parking, admission, refreshments and the raffle. Hope to meet you there. - - Tom Brown

“WHITE CHRISTMAS" (click here to bid)

Frosty the Snowman, Jingle Bells and I’m Dreaming of a White Christmas are playing on the radio and in stores everywhere. It seems appropriate to blog another snow scene. Stay warm and Happy Painting!

Christmas Snow Scene (click here to bid)

Frosty the Snowman, Jingle Bells and I’m dreaming of a White Christmas are playing on the radio. It seems appropriate to blog a snow scene. Stay warm and Happy Painting!

"ANTIQUE TEACUPS" (click here to bid)

A beautiful painting can be created from commonplace things if you can see the magic in them. This one would look great in any home from a New York apartment to a California mansion. It is perfect for any decor from traditional to modern to country, or even sleek corporate offices.

NEIGHBORHOOD SUNRISE (click here to bid)

"VIEW FROM MY STUDIO WINDOW" -- Sunlight the color of honey washed over our neighborhood this morning as I walked into my studio. I put aside my steaming cup of coffee and grabbed canvas and brushes. Working quickly I stroked in key shapes and colors before the shadows could change. And I nailed it!

Many times the astonishing beauty of this view from my studio window has inspired me, always to disappear before I could set up my easel. Today my paints were ready to go - laid out in preparation to work on a private commission. I simply grabbed a fresh canvas and plunged in. The coffee got cold, but the canvas was hot! Tomorrow I’ll do the commission for sure.

COME MEET ME ON DECEMBER 14th, AND WIN A FREE PAINTING! At 6:30 pm, I will be giving a painting demonstration and lecture at the Irvine Fine Arts Center in Irvine, California. It’s free to the public. At the conclusion, my demonstration painting will be raffled off FREE to someone in the audience. Mark your calendar and join me there. Remember – everything is free: parking, admission, refreshments and the raffle. Hope to meet you there.

"GRACEFUL EUCALYPTUS" (click here to bid)

A balmy December day in Southern California. Clear skies. Gentle breezes. Just another day in Paradise. I still shiver when I recall the winters I spent in Chicago, with subzero temperatures and gray skies -- brrrr! I like this better!

"LANDMARK WATER TOWER, SUNSET BEACH" (click here to bid)

I painted this on location in Sunset Beach, California. This original water tower has been converted into a residence. It is a landmark building that can be seen from Pacific Coast Highway.

"TWILIGHT, FULL MOON RISING" (click here to bid)

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This is that magic time when it is no longer daylight but not yet night. It requires a swift brush and a delicate balancing act on the canvas to capture the subtle colors of the sky, trees and land along with the huge full moon rising. I was pleased with the results of this one. Hope you like it.

"DOUBLE YOLK" (click here to bid)

Many of the Daily Painters have agreed to post egg paintings today. Here’s mine. When I cracked this egg I was surprised with a bonus; a double yolk! Hope you like it.

"DAVID AND GOLIATH" (click here to bid)

"SIMPLE ELEGANCE" (click here to bid)

If you’re in the area COME MEET ME ON DECEMBER 14th. You may WIN A FREE PAINTING! At 6:30 pm, I will be giving a painting demonstration and lecture at the Irvine Fine Arts Center in Irvine, California. It’s free to the public. At the conclusion, my demonstration painting will be raffled off FREE to someone in the audience. Mark your calendar and join me there. Remember – everything is free: parking, admission, refreshments and the raffle. Hope to meet you there.