Martini

Martini, oil on cradled board, 24 x 18

I've painted cocktail glasses several times in my still lifes but this is the first time I've actually painted a cocktail. And it won't be the last.

I love painting the light on the glass and liquid. Most of all I like the way the olives are distorted when viewed though the glass

Art Show at Lovetts Gallery Tulsa

Red and Green, 30 x 40, oil on canvas

You may know that I attend very few art shows (I hate to travel). But when I was invited to participate in a show in my hometown of Tulsa I agreed to be there.

Lovetts Gallery Summer Perspective,
Artist Reception and demonstrations
6528 E. 51st ST
Tulsa, OK 74145
Saturday, June 16th, 10:00-5:00

The show will hang until July 16

I'm looking forward to seeing old friends and meeting news ones. I hope you can make it.

Contact me or the Lovetts Gallery for more information

Gotta Dance

Gotta Dance, 30 x 30, oil on linen

I attended ballet classes for years.I was in class 4-5 days a week. Alas, Ballet was not my true talent. But I was pleased to find a pair of my old toe shoes and use them in this painting.

Last of the Mohicans

Last of the Mohicans, 9 x 12, oil on panel

Every once in a while I fall into the bad habit of starting paintings. Lots of them. Currently, I have about 10 paintings in progress. The good news is that I will have 10 new paintings to share within the next few weeks. The 'bad' news is that I haven't posted any new work for a while .

So, I thought we could revisit a (not so old) friend, The Last of the Mohicans. As we all know I love old books, toys and other fun things. The vintage American Indian ceramic figurines are part of my collection and make me smile every time I look at them. And these books have an average age of 100 years. Yes, Last of the Mohicans is one of them.

America, Motherhood and Apple Pie

America, Motherhood and Apple Pie, 36 x 30, oil on cradled board

This Trompe L'Oeil is a bit of a departure for me but so much fun! This homage to mothers has the Stars and Stripes created by Betsy Ross, the Mother of our flagAlso included are poster images of Mom as she was depicted during the first half of last century and little Apple Pies. Its completed with star shaped cookies just like mom used to make. Yum!

Detail

Salon International Greenhouse Gallery

I will have 2 paintings on exhibit (and for sale) at the Salon International 2012.I have participated in this show several years with my Trompe L'oeil and Photorealism still lifes

Car Keys, 18 x 24, oil on cradled board by K Henderson

Salon International 2012 is the eleventh annual juried exhibition. It will feature 434 original oil paintings selected from artist entries from around the world.

The Opening Reception will be April 14 - 5-8:00 pm.
The paintings will remain on exhibit until May 4.
Greenhouse Gallery is located at 6496 N New Braunfels Ave, San Antonio, TX

Can't make it to the show? It's online!

Scottsdale Salon of Fine Art

The Making of a Cowboy, oil on canvas, 24 x 18

The 2nd Annual Scottsdale Salon of Fine Art

April 20th-May 20th
Show and Sale: Friday, April 20th, 6-8pm
This competition will feature the finest in representational figurative, portrait,still life, floral, landscape, interior, wildlife, and western themes. The Salon will be hosted by The Legacy Gallery in Scottsdale, AZ and will utilize the 10,000 sq. ft. upper level of the gallery.

The exhibit is now online