International Artist Magazine - Dec '13 / Jan '14 Issue

If you subscribe to International Artist magazine, I hope you saw their latest issue. This issue includes my article, Plein Air Strategies. You can also read it from the link above. I would enjoy knowing if the information helped with your plein air painting.

Claude Monet's Grave

One of my bucket list items has been accomplished with a recent trip to Giverny, France. Seeing Claude Monet’s studio and two gardens was a highlight of my France trip. Being within an hour or so of Paris, it made it well worth the visit.  Our guide mentioned that Monet’s grave was at the church cemetery in town. It was well worth the 15 minute walk from his home. The church was open and it was surreal to walk inside as well as the grounds around his unassuming grave.

Brent Jensen at Claude Monet’s Grave

Brent Jensen standing on the bridge so often painted by Monet

Claude Monet’s Tombstone

SouthwestArt Magazine Article - Where Are They Now (October 2013 Issue)

I'm proud to be included in a SouthwestArt Magazine - Where Are They Now - Including Brent Jensen article about 10 artists who were previously featured in prior Artist to Watch highlights.

Lost Edges

Antique French Water Pitcher and Sunflowers, 20 x 16 Oil

Painted from life emphasizing classical Impressionist techniques. With Lost Edges, certain edges are not distinct and blur into background. The use of lost edges allows the painter to consciously direct the viewer's attention.

Example of Lost Edges blurring the top of the water pitcher into the background

 This painting also uses Broken Color. This technique creates color harmony by interweaving complimentary colors throughout the entire painting.

Art Magazine Articles

Recently, I was contacted by SouthwestArt magazine for a Where Art They Now Portfolio for their October 2013 issue. I was originally highlighted as an Emerging Artist in their August 2006 issue. International Artist magazine also contacted me about an instructional article. I’m not positive on which issue it will appear, but am honored to be included in one of their upcoming issues. For those interested, below is a list of previous articles in which I have been featured.

• -SouthwestArt (July 2011)
• -SouthwestArt (September 2009)
• -Art of the West (Sept 2008)
• -American Art Collector (Sept 2008)
• -American Art Collector (June 2007)
• -SouthwestArt (August 2006)
• -American Art Collector (June 2006)

Chicken Coop - Interesting Composition

When Kristine Pallas, one of my paint partners, wanted to paint the Chicken Coop at Connolly Ranch in Napa, California, I had my doubts. Maybe it was the morning light, or the fact I took great care setting proper values. The great company was also a plus. I ended up with this adorable 8 x 10 plein air oil painting. I love how a few brush strokes give you the essence of the chickens without needing a lot of detail.

What compositions have you found unexpectedly the perfect scene when completed?

My Art in a Museum Exhibit

Today, I drove to The Haggin Museum in Stockton, California. The 15th National Exhibition of the American Society of Marine Artists started in October 2011 and will conclude its 8 Museum stop in July 2013. These museums have been from Florida to California and the Haggin Museum was a little over an hour from my home.

I was honored to see Wine Barrel Boats, my16 x 20 oil painting which has been touring with the exhibition again. I enjoyed walking around this historic museum and am proud to be a part of this experience.

artmatch4U February 2013 Artist of the Month

I'm honored to be featured as the February 2013 Artist of the Month on artmatch4U. I hope you enjoy reading the article.