When Matisse Met Tess 當馬蹄司遇到塔思小姐

We went to see the special exhibit of paintings, drawings, and sculptures by Henri Matisse in San Antonio Museum of Art.  This was a fabulous exhibit.  We were fortunate to see the works of this old French master.  After the show we went to the Museum Cafe for lunch.  We met the delightful waitress, Tess, who was wearing a colorful top that was just like the girls in Matisse's paintings.  We asked Tess to pose for us in front of the big Matisse poster in the cafe.  Here is my painting from the reference photo.  It depicts like Matisse was painting Tess.

Oil on Canvas, 16x20

Under the Big Sky 穹蒼大地

Visiting the "big sky country" in Jackson Hole, Wyoming was so much fun in June, 2014.  We visited the fabulous Grand Teton and Yellow Stone National Parks, surrounding areas and many top notch art galleries.  I was inspired by so many master paintings.  One morning we went to visit a Dude Ranch and saw a group of people heading out on the horse back.  What a beautiful sight under the morning sun?  Here is my painting to capture this beautiful "big sky" country.

Oil on Canvas, 24x36

Walking in the Rain 雨中行

It was a raining day when our cruise ship arrived at the last stop at Ketchikan, Alaska before heading to Vancouver.  Here is my painting to capture the misty, raining day.  It was fun to paint people under umbrella and the water reflection on the street.  Alaska cruise was a memorable trip.

Oil on canvas board, 11x14 (SOLD)