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Hello friends.  I had to get away to warm weather and beaches and am now back in the cold Chicago weather.  If you ordered something while I was away, it will be shipped now.   I was with family in the US Virgin Islands and mostly St John.  I had a great time and took many photos.  I didn't draw or paint even though I brought my sketchbook and materials.  But I learned a lot and am inspired for the new year and my art!

I am starting another group of paintings on exotic and other hardwoods like cherry and maple.  The secret to seeing the wood is a clear gesso.  It allows the wood to be painted on while seeing some of the wood grain underneath.   Look for another blog post with some of the new paintings soon!