LANDSCAPE STUDY by TOM BROWN

 

This is an oil painting on Multi-Media paper. The painted area measures approximately 5 x 8.5 inches. Available HERE for a limited time @ $55. 

 

LANDSCAPE SKETCH by TOM BROWN

 I’m often asked what kind of paper I use for sketchbook studies done with oils. This was done on 138 lb. Canson Mixed Media paper, which is described as ideal for wet and dry media. And when I get a “keeper” like this little gem I can pop it into a nice frame and it will look great on any wall. I generally start with a quick value sketch using a 6b pencil, then paint directly on that sketch with oils. That’s how this one was done. I’m showing a photo of the sketch taken before I added oil colors. In the initial sketch you can also see that I had initially considered adding more background. Then I realized it would make a stronger composition if I cropped more closely to the trees and house. That’s one of the reasons I often like to begin with small studies before proceeding further. 

 

LANDSCAPE SKETCH by TOM BROWN

Another sketchbook quickie. Oil/paper, about 4x3 inches. Oils are perfect for little studies like this because it is so simple to nail the exact colors I want, quickly and easily. And the colors remain true when it dries. 

 

COLORFUL LANDSCAPE by TOM BROWN

 “A GOOD DAY TO BE OUTSIDE”
12x16 oil/canvas panel
Available HERE

EARLY MORNING FOG by TOM BROWN

 I’ve always found it easier to be bold & take chances when I work on a surface that isn’t “precious.” Doing studies with oils on paper or cardboard is ideal, because if I have a failure I feel no remorse about trashing it. This early morning fog study is a good example. It’s far from perfect, but it was great fun to just grab a brush and go with the flow. And for me, that’s what painting is all about: having fun. Enjoying the beauty of the world around me and sketching or playing with my paints. (This piece is 6x7 inches, oils/cardboard.)

 

BROWN EGG SHELL by TOM BROWN

 5x7 Oil/Board, $75 HERE

 

FLASH SALE, SEASCAPE by TOM BROWN

This one is a bit looser than many of my paintings. The abstract shapes, light and color of the moment caught my eye and I simply couldn’t pass this up. I used a palette knife to capture the bold, dramatic shapes that caught my eye. And when I felt I had captured the essence of it, I stopped. More detail would have weakened it and I liked the strength of these loosely painted strokes. Hope you like it too. I am offering this painting at a SPECIAL FLASH SALE price for a very short time. If you like this one, grab it fast before it’s gone forever. This is a 5.5x6 inch oil painting on board. Click HERE. 

 

FLASH SALE, RESTFUL NOCTURNE by TOM BROWN

 I am offering this painting at a SPECIAL FLASH SALE price for a very short time. If you like this one, grab it fast before it’s gone forever. Click HERE. 

 

SKETCHBOOK STUDY by TOM BROWN

A quick sketch at the edge of a local farm. 6x8 oil/paper. Quick oil studies on paper help me loosen up, and capture the essence of a subject without overthinking it. You can see more of my finished work here.

 

HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE from TOM BROWN

HAPPY NEW YEAR to all my faithful followers, collectors and friends. May all your dreams come true in this coming year.