The Hat - International School of Bangkok all Classes reunion 2014

The Hat

11 x 14

Oil on Raymar panel

$150

I painted this one just for the hat.  I love that hat.  I love hats anyway and this one had such personality that I just had to paint it.  I took dozens of pictures of it and this one showed it off the best.  

This is the last day of the Leslie Saeta 30 in 30 series and I leave for a trip tomorrow so I am done.  I still have plenty of source photos from the ISB Reunion and I am sure I will revisit them from time to time so be on the lookout for friends and classmates from time to time. 

In Other news I am heading down to Charleston, South Carolina tomorrow for a few days.  I will be one of the four featured artists in a show titled "4 Shades of Red".  I am joined by three incredible artists  Helen Beacham, Carrie Roets Waller and Debra Keirce.  The show will be on display for the month of October with a reception on October 3rd from 5 till 8 at the Lowcountry artists Gallery, 148 E. Bay Street, Historic Charleston, SC.  If you are in the area please stop by!    

Swing Dancers - Honor flight - World War II memorial

Swing Dancing

oil on Raymar panel

8 x 16

SOLD

After all the excitement seeing the swing dancers at the World War II memorial last weekend I just had to do a quick sketch of two of the dancers caught in action.  They do a wonderful show...entertain the visitors and get many up on their feet to try their hand a swinging!  Such fun to watch! 

I am also working on a larger piece of my brother.  I flew to Chicago and he sat for me to paint him from life.  He sat and looked out the window, playing his harmonica.  He played for a long time...thanks to me!  My challenge was getting the likeness and capturing his hand gestures without making him stop.  This is a work in progress...lots left to do but I am excited about it.  

Red Team - International School of Bangkok all classes reunion 2014

Red Team

International School of Bangkok all Classes Reunion

9 x 12

Oil on Raymar panel

$150

After a brief respite with travels to New York City for a YANKEES baseball game...watching #2 play in his last season and a trip to Chicago to do some portrait painting I am back and trying to get in a couple more 30 in 30 paintings done before the challenge is over!  

This is the flag carrying ceremony as the games were about to begin.  The teams are all color coded and theoretically we all remember our colors from high school and join in the team spirit!  It was great fun with lots of antics...as you can imagine.  BUT...what goes on at the ISB reunions STAYS at the ISB reunions!  

Watching - International School of Bangkok all Classes reunion

The Games

International School of Bangkok all Classes Reunion

9 x 12

Oil on Raymar Panel

$150

This is a group intently watching the games at the ISB reunion.  I am really trying to be loose here but still capture the essence of the personalities in this piece.  It was hard to walk away without nitpicking and getting into more detail but I am happy with where it landed.  

Singha - International School of Bangkok all Classes Reunion - 2014

Singha

International School of Bangkok all Classes Reunion

8 x 16

Oil on Raymar Panel

$150

Singha is the beverage of choice for the ISB crowd.  I don't even know where they get it but it shows up at every reunion!  I chose to paint a bottle...so unlike me as I usually stick with figures and portraits...but I thought this truly represented ISB.  So it is a portrait of sorts.  

My bottle of Singha beer is a continuation of my 30 paintings in 30 days hosted by Leslie Saeta.  

Mary - International School of Bangkok Thailand all Classes Reunion - 2014

Mary

International School of Bangkok all Classes Reunion

8 x 8

Oil on Raymar Panel

$150

When we lived in Thailand we lived in a compound that held three houses.  Our landlord lived in one and the Mary Gardner and her family lived in the other.  Mary was in my brother's class...her sister Cassie was my classmate.  How fun to see Mary again at the ISB reunion and talk over old times.  She looks great and it at a wonderful place in her life.  Nice that even though we lost touch we still connect and had such fun reminiscing about the good old days.  

This is a continuation of my 30 paintings in 30 days challenged and hosted by Leslie Saeta.  

International School of Bangkok Reunion 2014

Portrait sketch from the International School of Bangkok All Classes Reunion

8 x 8

Oil on Raymar panel

$150

I am continuing my 30 paintings in 30 days series.  I have painted every day but not posted every day.  Part of my challenge is to post only those paintings that I am happy with...and I have not been happy with a couple so...a couple of days were skipped.  THIS portrait, however, was so fun!  I just love her hair and what a great attitude.  Many thanks to Peppy Doggett for letting me use your fabulous photograph.  

TWISTER...International School of Bangkok all classes reunion 2014

TWISTER

International School of Bangkok all Classes Reunion

12 x 12

Oil on Raymar Panel

$150

As I have said time and time again...and will continue to say for the rest of the month the reunion for the International School of Bangkok was wonderful.  Games were organized...I use the term organized very loosely!!!  Twister was great fun to watch.  I almost named this piece Bottoms Up!!!

30 paintings in 30 days continues!!

Red Napkin Hat - International School of Bangkok all Classes reunion

Red Napkin Hat

International School of Bangkok all classes reunion

9 x 12

Oil on Raymar panel 

$150.00

What could be better than yesterday's yellow napkin hat???  A RED napkin hat!  These hats may really take off...better stock up on some napkins.  I know I will attend the next ISB reunion with napkins in my suitcase...so I am prepared!  

This is a continuation of my 30 in 30 series.  Having great fun remembering all the great reunion moments!  

Napkin hat - International School of Bangkok Reunion

Napkin Hat

International School of Bangkok all Classes Reunion

9 x 12

Oil on Raymar panel

Continuing with the ISB reunion theme this is one I just could not resist.  At one of the Thai dinners a contest is held where each of the participants makes a unique hat out of their napkin.  I don't know if there is a declared winner, but I LOVE this hat!  She wears it with such panache!!!  It is just fabulous!  

My 30 in 30 continues...

Mr Reeves - International School of Bangkok Thailand all classes reunion

Mr Reeves

8 x 10

Oil on Raymar panel

$150

Today's 30 in 30 painting is a quick sketch of Mr. Reeves.  During his time at the International School of Bangkok Mr Reeves shaped many lives...he taught more than just science.  His students always make sure he attends the reunions and make sure he is well taken care of.  

This one was painted on a medium gray background.  I usually paint on white, but loved the way this gray color affected my skin tones.  So fun to experiment and these quick paintings are the perfect time to stretch myself.

Samlar - International School of Bangkok Thailand all Classes reunion 2014

Samlar

9 x 12

Oil on Raymay panel

$150

When I lived in Thailand my friend and I often took these three wheeled vehicles called Samlars for trips around town.  Most of the Samlars were motorized by the time I got to Thailand...there were still some bicycle ones but not too many.  I was thrilled to go to the International School of Bangkok Thailand all classes reunion and see that they actually had a samlar on display!  Such good memories.  

So for day 4 of my 30 in 30...I have another fond memory.  

You've Got a Friend - International School of Bangkok reunion challenge

You've Got a Friend

10 x 10

International School of Bangkok 30 in 30 Challenge

$150

As I said this was my first ISB reunion.  One thing I noticed is that once you enter the building, you've got a friend.  The camaraderie this groups shows is unbelievable.  I had seen it on Facebook, but to see it in person is heartwarming.  Old friends, new acquaintances and friendly faces everywhere I looked.  It was great fun.

This is part of the Leslie Saeta's 30 in 30 challenge.  

Kisses - International School of Bangkok Reunion 2014

Kisses

ISB 30 in 30 Series

10 x 10

$150

                                                                       

For years my brother, Vince, has been encouraging me to attend an International School of Bangkok, Thailand (ISB) all class reunion.  We attended ISB during our high school years and they have a reunion every other year for anyone who has ever attended.  Vince has been going for a long time...I hesitate every year for unknown reasons.  This year I decided I would join in the fun and attend.  It was held in San Jose and we had great fun.  Thanks to all the people who make the magic happen every other year!  

AS YOU CAN SEE...Vince has his reasons for attending!  

This painting is the first of my 30 in 30 for the Leslie Saeta Challenge.  I am going to paint scenes from the ISB reunion and thanks to many talented photographers who have generously offered to let me paint their photos I have lots of pictures to choose from! 

These paintings will all be for sale for $150 each regardless of the size.