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.
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.
Link to WaPo 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.
