A new 18”x18” painting on cradled board. I have primed and prepared 5 of these boards for new work. I can feel them calling to me as I write this.
I am eager to get back home and back to my studio to continue my work. A family medical emergency has prevented that from happening any time soon. The feeling of uncertainty is always present in life, stronger these days.
Another look at this painting. A look at it in the studio in video form. I find myself “stuck” in Europe due to a family medical emergency. I was eager to get back to my work in the studio but life is filled with the unexpected.
A small painting on the easel. I love the mark making and flow that this little painting exhibits. More ideas to pursue…”
This emotional landscape is available through RiverSea Gallery in Astoria, Oregon. I have found these dramatic and surreal paintings as an amazing emotional release from the endless anxiety.
This painting is now at Higher Art Gallery in Traverse City, Michigan. It is part of a group exhibit this summer. I was happy to be invited, managed to find the time.
This new painting is now complete. I love painting dramatic sky scapes and seascapes. I still need to sign, varnish and frame so a bit more to do. If I end up shipping this to a client or gallery that is another step!
This painting was sold a number of years back through Horizon Fine Art Gallery in Jackson, Wyoming. It’s only June and it seems fire is already a major threat. It’s a terrible trend that is only getting worse.
This small painting really connected with me. I love to create tension and movement when I paint. I have placed this on one of my studio shelves for further reflection. A massive version would be pretty compelling.
I have 6 square 18” boards that I am painting at the moment. Continuing to chase moody atmospherics. This one is still a work in progress but it is getting there.
This is one of a few large atmospheric paintings I am currently working on in the studio. I recently returned from a long cruise, more ocean related adventures coming this summer. Adventures take me away from the studio but they also fuel my desires.
brian sostrom 