greetings from cedar rapids iowa. im at the studio of one of my favorite artists, Grant Wood!! even though its a foggy morning, im going to try and pay tribute by painting the studio.this is a tricky subject, so i did a few sketches. t think the vertical format will make the better painting…lets get setup!the underpainting. my first impression of cedar rapids…some of the friendly and nicest people i have ever met.im at the stage of the painting where i add color,but theres a challenge, its a foggy overcast day (no sun) and the building is mostly grey and white. ive learned with plein air painting that i have to take whatever the day gives me. today its grey, lollook at all the “colors” on my palette so far…i might have to title this painting, 50 shades of grey.building up more and more “colors” and details…ok, im done painting, so now the sun can come out! hahahahahahaha!!!!!
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Ken is a self-taught artist from rural Kentucky, whose work includes painting, printmaking, and pottery. He considers himself to be a 'lifetime learner' and uses art to explore and learn more about the world around him. Much of his work reflect his optimistic views on rural folk culture, river life and simple pleasures.
You can visit Ken every Final Friday of the month at studio 400 at the Pendleton Art Center in downtown Cincinnati or by appointment.