I spotted this early 1950s Ford truck in Rehoboth last summer. I love the weathered colors and the strong shadows so I thought it would be fun to paint.
17
Apr
2016
in progress
25
Jan
2016
“Sunset Kitty”
acrylic on canvas 8×10 in
Nothing like being snowed in to get some painting done! I put the finishing touches on this painting of a kitty basking in the last rays of a fall day. A great way to stay warm and cozy in between bouts of playing in the snow.
Here is the final (or at least close to final- sometimes I can’t decide 🙂
Here are some progress photos.
08
Nov
2015
New Painting – Autumn in Takoma Park
Autumn in Takoma Park, MD
07
Nov
2015
Painting in Progress – TKPK Autumn in Tie Dye
I’m almost done with this painting. It’s based on a photo I took last week of a beautiful tree with its leaves changing to brilliant fall colors. There was a guy walking by at just the right moment wearing a matching tie dye t-shirt.
TKPK Autumn in Tie Dye
04
Oct
2015
Another Sneak(er) Peek – Painting almost done
Converse All Star sneakers! so fun to paint. This watercolor pencil painting may be done. Not sure yet 🙂
26
Sep
2015
Sneak(er) Peek of my Newest Painting
Watercolor Pencil Sneakers
27
Jun
2015
Channeling Motor Cat – Painting in Progress
Update: The original painting has sold. Prints and T-shirts featuring this painting have been added to the gift shop.
About this painting: A motorcycle riding cat?! If you lived in the Takoma Park/DC area in the 90s, you likely caught a glimpse of “Motor Cat,” a cool kitty happily riding on a motorcycle with her human and sporting an adorable little helmet. I’m reliving a fond memory by creating this painting of my cat Mouse riding around Sligo Creek Parkway, channeling Motor Cat. This painting is part of my growing local series.
Update 2023: Motor Cat in the news again and a new Takoma Park restaurant--Motorkat!
Link to the 1993 Washington Post article and Chicago Tribune article
Channeling Motor Cat - Finished Painting
The finished painting is on display and for sale at Artomatic in Hyattsville, MD through December 12th. (Update: This painting has sold.)
Painting in progress.
Motor Cat T-Shirt from the 90s. Photo by Pauline Anson-Dross.
A special thanks to Motor Cat's human, J. Catman!
Artomatic Update: Channeling Motor Cat got BRASHED at Artomatic 2016!
"The Truth About Cats (And Dogs)"
Channeling Motor Cat Brash Poetry
Prints and T-shirts featuring this painting have been added to the gift shop.
31
May
2015
Artists for Soup – cigar box painting in progress
Artists for Soup Cigar Box Painting of a VW in Nicaragua by Michelle Bailey
30
May
2015
Artists for Soup – cigar box painting
I’m happy to start my cigar box painting to benefit Artists for Soup as they move forward with plans to build a community center in La Paz Centro, Nicaragua. I love the labels. Now to figure out what to paint.
Artists for Soup is a non-profit organization that works to support sustainable development work in La Paz Centro, Nicaragua.
10
May
2015
The Conway – Progress Photo 2 & 3
2nd & 3rd Painting Progress Photo
I can’t decide what color to make this house but it’s fun to try out different colors and landscaping.
