admin | July 26, 2008
Since Fall of 2004, I have been attending live model sessions in Franklin, TN at Southgate Studio. These sessions do not have an instructor but we critique each other’s work, which is so valuable because sometimes others can see clearly what you are missing. The image at the left, Kenyata, is one of the first [...]
admin | July 18, 2008
12×16 Oil Commissioned PieceRhonda Hartis Smith © 2008 This young lady was in a wedding earlier in the day, she looks lovely with her hair up and the late afternoon sun shining on her as she looks at the river. 9×12 Oil Commissioned PieceRhonda Hartis Smith © 2008 Enjoying a fun filled day at the [...]
admin | July 13, 2008
Welcome to my creative space! Lots of unfinished paintings. I made these curtains and added shells that I had gathered on the beach. Future paintings I hope–I want to do a teacup series someday. The forks are my little easels. I love my studio but I thinked I’ve bumped my head on the slanted ceilings [...]
admin | July 11, 2008
Desert Vista 9×12 oil Rhonda Hartis Smith © 2008 This painting reflects the cooltones of the desert, the purple mountains in the distance. These vintage cars are a challenge to paint. Sunset Glow 9×12 oil Rhonda Hartis Smith © 2008 This painting is so retro with the “vintage” car and trailer. The glow is from [...]
admin | July 5, 2008
Floral still life 9×12 oil Rhonda Hartis Smith © 2008 In 1999 I began taking oil painting lessons from Portrait Artist, Angela Kuprion. There were 3 of us in the class and we were so excited to be studying with Angela. We were like sponges, taking in all the valuable information that Angela could provide. [...]
