Still Life Painting 1

"My Drunken One-Night-Stand"

oil on canvas w/ beer can,braided rug & photo

7' X 2'

This painting began as a simple drawing of my nightstand and gradually evolved into “my drunken one-nightstand.”

At the bottom of the rug, the words read: “Judging others does not define them but does define who you really are.” This statement became the painting’s central theme, reflecting judgment, identity, and personal growth.

"The Passing of Mr. Theadore Teddy Bear"

Oil On Canvas With Woven Hemp Rug And Objects"

5' X 3'

Fictional portrayals of nonhuman characters frequently depict beings that lack the ability to feel pain or experience emotions in the manner typical of humans. This analytical approach focuses on how such depictions differ from human experience and what these differences reveal about our own understanding of pain and emotion.

"Memorial to Fallen Comrades" 

Oil On Canvas

5.5' X 3.5'

In my painting, the drooping flowers symbolize melancholy, echoing the character's mood through their posture and color palette. To express emotion, painting allows these feelings to be embodied directly in visual elements, offering a unique and immediate connection between the viewer and the emotional tone. This approach visually employs pathetic fallacy, enabling the artwork to communicate emotion without words.

"Leaving Mark or Stain on the World"

Oil On Canvas With Clock And Rug"

6.5' X 3.5'

Whether depicted in paint or presented as physical objects, the clock and rug blur the boundary between image and reality. This use of oil paint and canvas gives the work both pictorial and sculptural qualities. The rug’s phrase, “When you die will you leave your mark on the world or a stain?” invites viewers to reflect on their actions, impact, and legacy.

"Life Cycle"

Oil On Canvas

5.5' X 3.5'

In this composition, the narrative centers around a bird figurine that experiences a dramatic journey: it falls from the table, crashes onto the floor, breaks apart, and is subsequently reassembled and placed back on the tabletop. 

"Deep Shadows"

Oil On Canvas with Objects

5' X 3.5'

Among the paintings I have created, this particular piece stands out as one of my all-time favorites. It powerfully conveys the "dark side" of objects, evoking a persistent sense of shadow and mystery within its imagery.

In addition to traditional still-life motifs, the painting features a three-dimensional clock and rug. Both elements have been intentionally altered using oil paint, blending sculptural form and painterly technique. 

"Bird Still Life"

Oil On Canvas

5' X 3'

In developing this artwork, my intention was to create a composition that felt both direct and uncluttered. To accomplish this, I relied on free-form brushstrokes, allowing the forms to emerge organically and without rigid structure. This approach supported the overall goal of achieving a more straightforward visual narrative, emphasizing spontaneity and the natural movement of paint across the canvas

"Self Portrait with Apple"

Oil On Canvas with Objects

5' X 3'

In this painting, I chose to introduce a playful element by turning a traditional still life into a whimsical, anthropomorphic reflection of myself. The composition centers on one of my old paint shoes depicted on the tabletop, symbolizing a personal connection to the scene. The inclusion of paint and brushes further underscores the presence of the artist, serving as visual representations of my creative identity. To reinforce this self-referential theme, I attached an old pair of my shoes and socks to the legs of the table, integrating familiar objects into the artwork and imbuing the piece with a sense of individuality and humor.

"Fish Tales"

Oil On Canvas

4' X 3.5'

Additionally, I incorporated a playful element using the words "Tail" and "Tale." This wordplay adds a layer of meaning, inviting viewers to consider both the literal and figurative aspects of the composition. The duality of these terms enriches the narrative, suggesting that each shape not only exists visually but also contributes to the story behind the still life.

"Bird Still Life on White Tablecloth"

Oil On Canvas

6' X 3'

This painting attempted to use more color in the tabletop and cloth, giving a greater feeling for the developed geometric shapes.



"Don't Cry Over Spilt Milk"

Oil On Canvas

5' X 3'

This is one of my earliest paintings of still life. I wanted to examine the picture of the table and the surrounding area. In this painting, a spilled glass of milk is combined with the classic still-life motif of fruit on a table.



"Nights Alone"

Oil On Canvas with Objects

4.5' X 3'

My intention was to merge the world of painted imagery with tangible, physical objects. In the composition, I included both bottles of beer that were meticulously rendered in oil paint and actual bottles of beer placed within the scene. Similarly, I juxtaposed painted depictions of pizza with real slices, allowing for an interplay between illusion and reality.

"Loss of Boundries"

Oil On Canvas with Object

4.5' X 2.5'

This painting examines the relationship between a vase filled with flowers and the floral-patterned tablecloth beneath it. Through careful composition, the work explores how the forms and colors of the vase and flowers visually merge with the intricate details of the tablecloth. The blending of these elements draws attention to their shared motifs and highlights the subtle transitions between foreground and background, creating a unified and immersive still-life scene.

"Writing Table"

Oil On Canvas 

7' X 5.5'

In this composition, marker writing appears on both the wall, tabletop and floor. The table and the pink eraser on the floor are constructed from canvas, turning ordinary objects into extensions of the painting itself. By using canvas in this way, the work highlights the relationship between traditional art surfaces and everyday objects that are not usually considered part of a painting.

"Breakfast Lunch, and Dinner"

Oil on Canvas

3' X 7.5'

This painting I wanted to create a still life tryptic represemting the three mealtimes.



"Nina's Letters to Me"

Oil On Canvas with Collaged Letters

4.5' X 2'

When my goddaughter Nina was younger, she would paint pictures and mail them which I saved and created a still life painting using her letters.



"Nina's Numbers"

Oil On Canvas

4.5' X 2'

When my goddaughter was very young, I visited her and found her sitting quietly at a small table, learning her numbers and alphabet. The innocence and tenderness of that simple moment stayed with me and became the inspiration for this painting.

"Blue Bowls"

Oil On Canvas with Object

5.5' X 3'

This playful experiment began as a lighthearted attempt to create an amusing still life with a sense of whimsy.



"Septrmber 11th"

Oil On Canvas with clocks and collaged newspaper articles.

6' X 4'

I created this still life on canvas by collaged newspaper pieces on the 9/11 disaster that I had preserved.



"Grandfathers Clock"

Oil On Canvas with Fabric Mesh

9' X 4.5'

A picture of my grandfather when he was younger, with the grandfather clocks he kept in high regard.



"Labeling"

Oil On Canvas 

5' X 3'

This was one of my earlier still life paintings, in which I wrote directly on the wall to identify and describe the images.



"Still Life Shadows of the Past"

Oil on Canvas w/ Clock

7' X 2'

This painting refers to the lasting memories, regrets,and unresolved experiences from a person's past that continue to shape their present emotions and choices.



"Narsisus"

Oil on Canvas

18" X 24"

This was an atempt to work smaller. The results were negative.