36” x 24,” encaustic on panel.

In this painting of late October, the falling leaves and fallen leaves on the ground move the eye around the canvas and keep the very powerful golden tree canopy from completely dominating the painting. They also have a dreamy, floating feeling, hence the title Beautiful Dream. 

The leaves also form a very cool surface pattern. I’ve had many studio visitors over the years say that my encaustic paintings remind them of tapestries. I think there is a connection there, in the basic love for ornate texture, color and surface pattern, and the focus on creating a beautiful decorative object. (Yes, I’m all for beauty, the world needs more of it!)

My encaustic paintings feature rich colors and textures, while the multiple layers and mark-making invite close looking. The luminous surface also makes you want to reach out and touch the painting, which you can! Unlike oil or acrylic paintings, encaustic paintings are hardened with natural resin, and the tough surface which won’t be damaged by your touching it. (You can touch the encaustic paintings in my studio, but please don’t try it in a museum — the guards will boot you out!!) 

For all large paintings, I offer free delivery in the Boston and Portland/southern Maine area.  You can see how the painting would look in your home, and I’ll help you hang the painting (if you’d like me to). If you aren’t happy with the painting for any reason, after seeing it in person, I will offer a full refund.