Wednesday, October 8, 2008

All About Manhattan

 
"Trinity Church" Any one who visits the Wall Street area, where the stock exchange is located, cannot help admiring the beauty and wonder of this historic landmark.  Trinity church is another favorite place I love to visit and love to paint. 

Manhattan is a painters paradise.  There are scenes to be captured everywhere you turn.  Each season adds new inspiration.  I selected some of my favorite places to share with you.  

 
"The Place where Music Lives" is a scene of Carnegie Hall and the  Russian Tea Room. The look of 57 th street has changed since I painted this scene.  I wanted to capture the beauty of the building, and the historic Russian Tea Room as I remember it. 

The painting of the"Horse and Carriage Ride Through Central Park"
is a common sight when visiting the park. I often cut through the park which offers a sense of calm, amongst the hustle and bustle of the city around you.  The gentle clacking of the horse and carriage is a peaceful sound which I enjoy.
There are two paintings "A NY Lunch" and "A Walk Along Central Park" of  strolling along Central Park.  I like to include the hot dog vendors, they are found on every street corner in Manhattan.  They give the city a touch of humanity against all the big buildings.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art is a favorite place to visit.  I especially love it in the rain.  The reflections of the building, the coloring, and all the umbrellas add the the charm of this popular series "The Met in the Rain"

 The painting "Central Park"  is one of my favorite.  I love the city when it snows.  The dark sky set a beautiful backdrop for the glistening buildings, showing off the familiar copper roof of the Essex House.  A great way to tour the park on a snowy evening.



  

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