You Get a Line

Feb 16, 2009
“You Get a Line”
Oil 11×14
This was a fun little painting. It is an image from Lake Murray, SC. Oh, such good memories there. I seem to be doing a lot of reflections lately. Hmmm… Wonder what will be next? I do have another on the easel with reflections. That should be coming up soon.
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  1. Ebb Tide on February 21, 2009 at 8:12 am

    Just dropping by to say “Hi!” This is a beautiful painting and reflection.



  2. Deborah Ross on February 27, 2009 at 10:34 pm

    Just found your blog, but I wish I had known you when I lived in West Columbia. I didn’t know any artists and that’s one reason I left the area. Wow, being in the Vista must be great! Next time I come down, I will visit your studio. Your work is wonderful and I look forward to seeing it in person.



  3. Michel McNinch on February 27, 2009 at 10:36 pm

    Wow! Thanks for the kind words. I appredciate it very much.



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