November 22nd, 2007

Out on the town

Congratulations to my friends Mark & Layla Gunn on the opening of their new
Melting Pot Restaurant in Midtown Atlanta!

The restaurant features my work as well as that of my fellow artist Denard Stalling. We were honored to present a check to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital for $100,000 that was raised at the Vinings Gallery & Melting Pot Paint the Town event in August.

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November 19th, 2007

Quick trip to Napa

Rob and I headed out to Napa for a quick visit to do some photo shoots and plan some projects for next year. It’s always nice to catch up with my friends in Napa – even if it is just for a couple of days! Here I am arranging one of my next compositions . . .

Thanks to my friend Daniel for stopping by Revana Family Vineyards to see me. Aside from being a great chef and the hospitality director at Vineyard 29, Daniel is also a budding artist so it was great to sit back, paint and share some of my insights on being a working artist with him.

Until next time, I’ve got some great photos and good wine to share with my friends when I get home.

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November 15th, 2007

Wolfgangs in Highland, NC

There is no better place to spend a beautiful autumn weekend than in Highlands, NC! Vanessa Rob, and I joined Silver Oak Cellars at Wolfgangs Restaurant & Wine Bistro for a night of art, wine & great food.

I had a great time sketching for the crowd inbetween courses and meeting new collectors. The Iron Horse and Silver Oak pairings were the perfect match for Chef Wolfgang’s specialties.

Chef Wolfgang blew me away with nine amazing courses – it was over-the-top and an exciting culinary tour of Chef’s mastery.
Thank you to Mindy, Wolfgang and all of their staff for the thoughtful hospitality. The whole family enjoyed the visit and I look forward to our next trip to the Highlands!

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November 7th, 2007

Greenville in the Fall

Last weekend, the family and I traveled to Greenville, SC for my show at The West End Gallery in Greenville, SC. We had a great time walking around town and enjoying the hospitality!
Thank you to everyone at The West End Gallery for an amazing show! It was great to see all of my old friends and collectors again. I really enjoyed spending time with everyone at Rick Erwin’s
West End Grille and can’t wait to stop in again for some great wine.

I’m always up for exploring new mediums and this pumpkin was ripe for the taking!

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