michel mcninch original oil paintings south carolina

“Goddess of the Sea,” oil, 30×80 – detail At long last this painting is finished.  I enjoyed the process and am eager to show you the entire thing at my upcoming solo show: “Channeling Myself and other Goddesses” at Gallery 80808/Vista Studios.  The opening reception will be May 11, 5-9 pm.  Save the Date! 

See Kirkland Smith discuss Artista Vista with the Fox team HERE. Artista Vista Returns: “This Midland’s largest art gallery crawl is back for its 20th year.” The painting in the background is mine.  Here’s a closer look. “Late Night Songs,” oil, 20×20 (click image to enlarge)

“Nestled,” oil, 8×10 (click image to enlarge) This painting is dedicated to my friend Ellen Fishburne Triplett, who always encourages me to make each painting special.  We have a comfortable friendship that is nestled with love and encouragement.

Challenges are posted weekly here.  Take a look at my entries for this week. Both are 5×7 oils. Please click image to enlarge.

Matt Matthews is the author of Mercy Creek, winner of the 2010 South Carolina First Novel Prize. The book will be released in hardcover in May 2011 from Hub City Press.   I am honored that my work was chosen for the cover art. Matthews will attend the SC Book Festival at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention…

“Another Enchanted Evening,” oil, 24×36 (Click image to enlarge) I am getting paint everywhere trying to get ready for upcoming shows.  Here’s my latest finished painting.  Inventory is mounting.  Will post more shortly.

So proud to tell you that one of my paintings is now in Governor Nikki Haley’s office! It was an honor, and we enjoyed looking around the State House.

The weather has everyone feeling good around here.  Even the cats are enjoying naps on the deck in the sun.  Looking forward to the Summer harvest. “Feeling Peachy,” oil, 5×7