BACK BAY, NEWPORT BEACH ORIGINAL PLEIN AIR OIL PAINTING by Tom Brown

I was preparing to conduct a Plein Air Workshop at this location for other artists and I did this 4x8-inch study while scouting the location in advance. I was struck by the wonderful lighting effects and simply HAD to capture it in a painting then and there. This is the result, and I was very pleased with it; I hope you like it as well.

If my art makes your day a bit brighter, or brings back a treasured memory, or gives you a moment's respite from the hectic pace of life, then I've succeeded to some small degree.

Thanks for looking.
Tom Brown
tombrownstudio@cox.net

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MIDWEST BARNS, RURAL AMERICANA 8x8 ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING by Tom Brown

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If my art makes your day a bit brighter, or brings back a treasured memory, or gives you a moment's respite from the hectic pace of life, then I've succeeded to some small degree.

I painted countless barns when I lived in the Midwest, and also did many pencil sketches on location that are still in my reference files. This painting was done recently using one of those sketches that was done years ago.

I had always wanted to create an oil painting from that study and finally got around to doing it. I sketched the view looking outside from the inside of another barn on a friend's farm. It's a "DIFFERENT POINT OF VIEW"

I was pleased with this painting and I hope you like it too.
Thanks for looking.
Tom Brown
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SANTA BARBARA STREET SCENE, PALM TREES by Tom Brown

This is a picturesque side street in Santa Barbara, California. I thought it would be interesting to show a photograph of the scene to compare with my artistic interpretation of it. I was pleased with this painting and I hope you like it too.

If my art makes your day a bit brighter, or brings back a treasured memory, or gives you a moment's respite from the hectic pace of life, then I've succeeded to some small degree.

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Tom Brown
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TREES, BIRDS, PLEIN AIR LANDSCAPE by TOM BROWN

The simplest things in life can be amazingly beautiful. And exciting. A stand of trees beneath clear skies, a flock of birds, even a field of weeds.

It’s just a matter of learning to SEE it with the eye of an artist. If you’re an artist who wants to put more beauty and excitement into your own paintings, you’ll find my video very helpful.

It’s LOADED WITH EASY and FUN ways to set your paintings apart from others. Check it out; you’ll be glad you did.

“ADD EXCITEMENT TO YOUR PAINTINGS”
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Tom Brown
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1952 CHEVY PICKUP ORIGINAL PLEIN AIR OIL PAINTING by Tom Brown

 

I came across this 1952 Chevy Pickup overgrown by weeds in a field at the side of a country road.

It was rusted out and clearly abandoned long since. On the driver's seat was a faded "For Sale" sign that had apparently been on the dashboard and fallen down. That sign was the only way I knew the year and model since I don't really know much about cars and trucks.

I couldn't resist doing a painting of it on the spot. I was pleased with how this painting turned out and I hope you like it too.

If my art makes your day a bit brighter, or brings back a treasured memory, or gives you a moment's respite from the hectic pace of life, then I've succeeded to some small degree. Feel free to drop me a line and let me know.

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Tom Brown
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TREES, MOUNTAINS, PLEIN AIR LANDSCAPE by TOM BROWN

Beautiful trees thick with foliage are the focus of many stunning landscapes.

If you’re an artist, learning the best approach to painting trees can be very important. MY NEW VIDEO SHOWS HOW I PAINT BEAUTIFUL GREEN TREES.

It’s SO EASY if you do it right! In this video you’ll see live action demonstrations of all my techniques, tips, secrets and shortcuts. Loads of things you can use right away.
-- My block-in techniques
-- My personal recipes for color mixtures
-- How to simplify mass and form
-- How I apply the paint
-- My underpainting and overpainting techniques
-- Edge control
-- My brush stroke techniques
-- How I use accent strokes
-- How to correct a mis-stroke
-- And much more.

It’s a short video but it’s PACKED with information and easy methods you can use again and again.

“HOW TO PAINT GREEN TREES”
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FIGURATIVE CITY SCENE, SHOPPERS, URBAN LANDSCAPE by Tom Brown

 

I love to watch people in crowds, and sketch them wherever I can. I often use a tiny sketch pad that fits in my pocket.

I think all that practice helps when I paint a crowd scene like this. It allows me to feel at ease painting a variety of people in a variety of poses. And I think that lends a freshness to the painting.

I was pleased with this one and I hope you like it too.

If my art makes your day a bit brighter, or brings back a treasured memory, or gives you a moment’s respite from the hectic pace of life – then I’ve succeeded to some small degree.

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Tom Brown
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MOROCCO MARKETPLACE by Tom Brown, ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING

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“MEMORIES OF MOROCCO”
A SERIES by TOM BROWN

  I visited Morocco years ago and sketched countless things that caught my eye. The architecture. Marketplaces. People and their clothing. Colorful surroundings everywhere. It was a fascinating experience. I planned to create a series of paintings from the sketches upon returning home, but got side-tracked. Recently I came across my sketches and decided the time had come.

This series of miniature paintings is the result. Each of these is a one-of-a-kind original oil painting, about the size of a postcard. They each measure 4.25 by 5.5 inches and have been created on a heavy weight card stock that is acid-free and archival. Each of these brings back colorful "MEMORIES OF MOROCCO." I hope you enjoy them.

Thanks for looking.
Tom Brown
tombrownstudio@cox.net

URBAN PLEIN AIR PAINTING by Tom Brown

Artists who follow my blog often comment that they enjoy seeing the original subject matter that inspired my paintings. For their benefit I thought I’d share the background on this one.

To many artists the edge of a parking lot may not seem like a suitable subject for a painting. But when I saw this I was struck by the light and shadow on the cars and the interesting background that included a giant palm tree.

It seemed to have potential so I quickly did a rough pencil sketch to clarify my thoughts about what I wanted to include in the composition.

Using the sketch as a guide I launched confidently into my painting.

I had decided to use a very loose, painterly brush technique in this painting and simplify much of the background. The pattern of light and dark values of the cars had initially caught my eye, and that’s what I wanted to emphasize.

I’m including detail images of the cars and also the distant palm tree so you can see this effect more clearly.

After completing this painting I pulled out my camera and shot a photo of how the scene had changed while I was painting.

I was glad I had done the initial rough sketch because by this time several cars had moved and been replaced by others.

I often caution my Plein Air Workshop students to begin by carefully noting anything that could change while they’re painting, like the direction of light and shadows, clouds, and in this case the cars. I call this “capturing the fugitives.”

  I was pleased with this painting and hope you like it too.

Let me know if you enjoyed this little glimpse behind the scenes.

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MOROCCO SERIES, MINIATURE by Tom Brown, ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING

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“MEMORIES OF MOROCCO”
#4 OF A SERIES by TOM BROWN

I visited Morocco years ago and sketched countless things that caught my eye. The architecture. Marketplaces. People and their clothing. Colorful surroundings everywhere.

It was a fascinating experience.

I planned to create a series of paintings from the sketches upon returning home, but got side-tracked.

Recently I came across my sketches and decided the time had come.

This series of miniature paintings is the result. Each of these is a one-of-a-kind original oil painting, about the size of a postcard.

They each measure 4.25 by 5.5 inches and have been created on a heavy weight card stock that is acid-free and archival.

Each of these brings back colorful "MEMORIES OF MOROCCO." I hope you enjoy them.

Thanks for looking.
Tom Brown
tombrownstudio@cox.net

“MEMORIES OF MOROCCO” by Tom Brown

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“MEMORIES OF MOROCCO”
#3 OF A SERIES by TOM BROWN

I visited Morocco years ago and sketched countless things that caught my eye. The architecture. Marketplaces. People and their clothing. Colorful surroundings everywhere.

It was a fascinating experience. I planned to create a series of paintings from the sketches upon returning home, but got side-tracked. Recently I came across my sketches and decided the time had come.

This series of miniature paintings is the result.

Each of these is a one-of-a-kind original oil painting, about the size of a postcard. They each measure 4.25 by 5.5 inches and have been created on a heavy weight card stock that is acid-free and archival.

Each of these brings back colorful "MEMORIES OF MOROCCO." I hope you enjoy them.

Thanks for looking.
Tom Brown
tombrownstudio@cox.net

PLEIN AIR DEMONSTRATION PAINTING by Tom Brown

I created this painting as a demonstration for the artists in a Plein Air workshop I recently taught.

It was a way to show my approach to a subject like this, including how to look for the heart of the subject and then how to capture that on canvas.

I felt it would be interesting to show the scene that inspired this painting.

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MOROCCO SERIES, ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING, MINIATURE #2 by Tom Brown

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“MEMORIES OF MOROCCO”
#2 OF A SERIES by TOM BROWN

I visited Morocco years ago and sketched countless things that caught my eye. The architecture. Marketplaces. People and their clothing. Colorful surroundings everywhere.

It was a fascinating experience. I planned to create a series of paintings from the sketches upon returning home, but got side-tracked. Recently I came across my sketches and decided the time had come. This series of miniature paintings is the result.

Each of these is a one-of-a-kind original oil painting, about the size of a postcard. They each measure 4.25 by 5.5 inches and have been created on a heavy weight card stock that is acid-free and archival. Each of these brings back colorful "MEMORIES OF MOROCCO."

I hope you enjoy them.
Tom Brown
tombrownstudio@cox.net

MOROCCO SERIES, ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING, MINIATURE by Tom Brown

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“MEMORIES OF MOROCCO”
#1 OF A SERIES by TOM BROWN

I visited Morocco years ago and sketched countless things that caught my eye. The architecture. Marketplaces. People and their clothing. Colorful surroundings everywhere. It was a fascinating experience.

I planned to create a series of paintings from the sketches upon returning home, but got side-tracked.

Recently I came across my sketches and decided the time had come. This series of miniature paintings is the result.

Each of these is a one-of-a-kind original oil painting, about the size of a postcard. They each measure 4.25 by 5.5 inches and have been created on a heavy weight card stock that is acid-free and archival.

Each of these brings back colorful "MEMORIES OF MOROCCO." I hope you enjoy them.

Thanks for looking.
Tom Brown
tombrownstudio@cox.net

COLORFUL SUNSET PAINTING by TOM BROWN

PAINTINGS OF SUNSETS ARE ALWAYS EYE-CATCHING. And they’re EXCITING to paint.

If you’re an artist, I can show you the 5 critical aspects to focus on that almost guarantee a successful painting every time.

MY VIDEO SHOWS EXACTLY WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW.

And you can watch me demonstrate my techniques, tips, secrets and shortcuts in live action. It’s a short video but it’s PACKED with information you can use right away.
-- I’ll show you my secret touch (to add “zing” to any painting)
-- you’ll watch my personal brush techniques as I paint,
-- you can copy how I get started right to guarantee a great finish,
-- I’ll demonstrate how to create balance,
-- you’ll see me create eye-catching lines of movement,
-- and much more.

You’ll watch it again and again as you master these elements in your own paintings QUICKLY AND EASILY.

“PAINTING DAZZLING SUNSET SKIES”
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FIREFLIES, MOONLIGHT, NIGHT SCENE, 8x10-inch ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING by Tom Brown

When we were young kids my brothers and I were fond of chasing "lightening bugs" at night. We'd capture them in glass jars (with air holes in the lids). We would enjoy them for a while and release them before coming in for the night. This painting recaptures memories of those times.

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COLORFUL PALETTE KNIFE PAINTING by TOM BROWN

PAINTING WITH A PALETTE KNIFE is FUN and SIMPLE. It’s a great way to capture something like this scene with a minimum of fuss.

The clean, strong colors and distinctive strokes create paintings with a freshness and impact unique to knife painting. The results are always eye-catching and fresh.

And it’s so immediate. All I need are my paints and a knife. There are no brushes to clean later, no solvents to mix or spill.

I just open my paint box and get started. When I’m done I wipe the knife on a tissue and cleanup is complete.

If you’d like to join the fun, I can help you get started right.

MY VIDEO SHOWS EXACTLY HOW I USE THE KNIFE.

You can watch me demonstrate all my techniques, tips, secrets and shortcuts in live action. It’s a short video but it’s PACKED with information you can use right away.
-- I’ll show you types of knife styles available
   (including some you can easily make yourself)
-- you’ll watch my personal knife techniques as I paint,
-- you’ll see different ways I handle the knife to create edge control,
-- you can copy how I use underpainting and overpainting,
-- you’ll see how I put figures into paintings (it’s easy),
-- I’ll show you how I paint on a toned surface
   (and also on white panels of course),
-- I’ll demonstrate my different techniques to paint trees,
-- you’ll watch me create eye-catching surface texture,
-- and much more.

“PALETTE KNIFE PAINTING”
(10:21 running time) $11.00
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LARGE COLORFUL PALETTE KNIFE PAINTING by TOM BROWN

PAINTING WITH A PALETTE KNIFE is SIMPLE and FUN. All you need are paints and a knife.

The clean, strong colors and distinctive strokes always create paintings with a style of dramatic impact unique to knife painting. The results are always eye-catching and fresh.

ARTISTS: Join the fun! MY NEW VIDEO ON PALETTE KNIFE PAINTING will get you started right, or help you refine your technique.

You’ll see live action demonstrations of my own personal tips, secrets and techniques. It’s a short video but it’s PACKED with information you can use right away.
-- I’ll show you types of knife styles available
   (including some you can easily make yourself)
-- you’ll watch my personal knife techniques as I paint,
-- you’ll see different ways I handle the knife to create edge control,
-- you can copy how I use underpainting and overpainting,
-- you’ll see how I put figures into paintings (it’s easy),
-- I’ll show you how I paint on a toned surface
   (and also on white panels of course),
-- I’ll demonstrate my different techniques to paint trees,
-- you’ll watch me create eye-catching surface texture,
-- and much more.

“PALETTE KNIFE PAINTING”
(10:21 running time) $11.00
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Tom Brown
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MOROCCO MARKETPLACE, MINIATURE ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING by TOM BROWN

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Years ago while visiting Morocco I did a series of small sketches with the intention of using them to create oil paintings at a later time. (Artist friends who know me are aware that I habitually carry a small sketch pad and pencil everywhere I go.)

I recently came across the sketches I did in Morocco and created this miniature oil painting in the studio from one of the sketches. It brings back exciting memories.

Thanks for looking.
Tom Brown
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MINIATURE OIL PAINTING, PLEIN AIR LANDSCAPE by TOM BROWN

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I call these small paintings on art cards "POCKET PAINTINGS" because the painting kit I use to create them is so compact it fits in my pocket. It's a great way to capture the inspiration of the moment and preserve the memory to share with others.

This painting is the size of a postcard, yet it's an original oil painting that was created while working directly from Nature on location, which is called "Plein Air" painting.

Paintings like this make wonderful Collector's Items.

Thanks for looking.
Tom Brown
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MINIATURE PALETTE KNIFE LANDSCAPE by TOM BROWN

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PAINTING WITH A PALETTE KNIFE is FUN and EASY. All I need are my paints and a knife.

This painting is the size of a postcard, yet it has eye-catching impact and sparkling freshness.

The palette knife creates clean, strong colors and distinctive strokes regardless of the size of the painting. It’s one of the many reasons I enjoy painting with this versatile tool.

If you’d like to join the fun of painting with a palette knife check out my new video.

“PALETTE KNIFE PAINTING”
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Thanks for stopping by,
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MINIATURE OIL PAINTING, PALETTE KNIFE LANDSCAPE by TOM BROWN

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PAINTING WITH A PALETTE KNIFE is FUN and EASY. All I need are my paints and a knife.

This painting is the size of a postcard, yet it has eye-catching impact and sparkling freshness.

The palette knife creates clean, strong colors and distinctive strokes regardless of the size of the painting. It’s one of the many reasons I enjoy painting with this versatile tool.

If you’d like to join the fun of painting with a palette knife check out my new video.

“PALETTE KNIFE PAINTING”
(10:21 running time) $11.00
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Thanks for stopping by,
Tom Brown
tombrownstudio@cox.net  

MIDWEST BARNS, RURAL AMERICANA by TOM BROWN

ARTISTS: ADD INTEREST AND EXCITEMENT TO YOUR PAINTINGS.

Compelling lines of movement and interesting texture bring vitality and excitement to this composition.

If you’re an artist who would like to make your paintings stand out, my new VIDEO tells HOW (there are LOADS of ways)! Scroll down right now to the DOWNLOAD BUTTON if you’re in a hurry.

This video shows all my tips, tricks, techniques and shortcuts plus live-action demonstrations. Here are some exciting things I cover:
-- Brush stroke technique
-- Formats that will set your work apart
-- How to find eye-catching compositions almost anywhere
-- How to handle shapes and their relationships
-- How to create and use surface texture for impact
-- How to use “lines” to lead the eye where you want
-- How and why to link shapes (and when)
-- Tips on handling edges
-- How to create more eye appeal
… and there’s more. Lots more.

You’ll be amazed at how much I packed into this video. The running time is a little more than ten minutes but it’s LOADED WITH EASY and FUN ways to set your paintings apart from others.

And it costs ONLY A FEW BUCKS. I’m sure you’ll want to watch it again and again as you master these techniques and approaches. Give it a try and START HAVING MORE FUN WITH YOUR OWN PAINTINGS TODAY.

“ADD EXCITEMENT TO YOUR PAINTINGS”
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