kenneth dewaard

there is nothing more rewarding and challenging than painting
under an open sky, surrounded by the scents and sounds of nature,
along with it’s ever changing color and harmonies to excite one’s
creativity. i have adapted a pure approach, as well as a bravura
brush style, which is achieved by painting from life. strongly
inspired by john singer sargent, nicolai fechin, and russian
expressionists, i find myself painting an array of subject matter
from everyday life. the feelings evoked in these paintings are due
in part to the excitement and passion i feel while capturing the
fleeting effects of light or the wonderful color nuances and
harmonies presented by nature and all her beauty.

sunlit porch 19.5 x 16

dry docked 30 x 18

first light 12 x 24

fall barnyard 30 x 18

peonies and porch 16 x 12