Thank You Robert Genn

Robert Genn and Dorothy

For several years now I have read Robert Genn's Twice Weekly Letter and I have enjoyed his thought provoking incites into the life of an artist and frankly life in general. Mr. Genn is an artist and paints mostly landscapes in vivid acrylic color. His wisdom with both the brush and the pen are unequaled. I want to personally thank Mr. Genn for his willingness to open paths into his life and make all of us feel as though we are close friends. For that I have been blessed. 

Several letters ago he announced that he has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and the doctors were giving him a year. My thoughts and prayers are with Mr. Genn and his family. I know he will use whatever time he has left with a refined focus and thankful heart.

"Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things." Philippians 4:8

Fake or Fortune Series 1 Episode 1

This is a fascinating series on art and the art world. It brings to light how complicated it really can be.

I'm A Gamblin Man

Yes, it's true I am a Gamblin man...that is I use Gamblin Artist's Oil Colors almost exclusively. I've tried a lot of paint brands but I continue to return to Gamblin and their great line of colors. 

Why Gamblin?

Well I'm glad you asked that! There are a number of reasons:

1. The quality of the paint is superior.

2. Gamblin is concerned about artist's safety.

3. They have a great line of colors.

4. They look to the quality of the past with an

    eye to the future.

5. They are made in Portland, OR 

I'm looking forward to see what Robert Gamblin has in the works for the future. 

Where Can I Find Them?

If you haven't used Gamblin Artist's Oil Color, I invite you to try it. They are available online or if you live in the Wichita, KS area you can pick them up at Bluebird Arthouse at 924 W Douglas in the Delano District.

Thomas Kinkade and the Plein Air Tradition

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EYlmUwAPfmg

I am not a big fan of Thomas Kinkade's "Paintings of Light", however, his plein air work is very good. This is a good video discussing the tradition of painting en Plein Air. 

My Band 3 Way Stop

3 Way Stop is an acoustic rock originals band made up of three individuals: Bob Bean, Jim Bales and me. We've been together for about a year and a half or so and played several places around the Wellington, Kansas, area. 

If you are interested in finding out more about the band you can go to www.3waystop.net. We are in the process of building this website and you will soon be able to see pictures of performances and videos as well as hear some of our music. 

In the mean time if you are interested in booking us for a gig you can contact me at 620-399-3487.   

Oil Painters of America Western Regional Exhibit

Mardon' and I headed up to Topeka, KS this morning to see the OPA Western Regional Exhibit at the Southwind Art Gallery. Gary Blitsch and the folks at the gallery have done a great job of exhibiting over 100 pieces in their space. The exhibit will be up for a couple of more weeks so please take the time and make your way to Topeka to visit Gary and the staff at Southwind. Tell him Skeet sent you.  

Portrait Society of America

I'm at the Portrait Society of America's annual conference. What an incredible first day of the conference here in Atlanta, GA. Some of my favorite artists are here: David Kassan, Jeffrey Hein, Michael Shane Neal, just to name a few. I have witnessed some incredible painting. I'm ready to get to painting.