Clothespin by Claes Oldenburg, Virginia Museum of Art, Richmond, Virginia

8x8

oil on canvas panel

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http://www.dailypaintworks.com/fineart/connie-snipes/clothespin-by-claes-oldenburg-virginia-museum-of-art-richmond/154903

This 10 foot sculpture by Pop Artist, Claes Oldenburg, is in the lobby of the Virginia Museum of Fine Art in Richmond.  I couldn't find much info on it, although I recognized it immediately from college art history classes.  I'm reasonably sure it is not the original one--it's too small for that, only 10- feet.  Oldenburg is still alive although in his 80's, I believe.

I was in Richmond this spring for a painting workshop with Ann Blair Brown and visited the museum before leaving for home the last day.  By the way, it was an excellent workshop.

Picking up Shells in February, Edisto Island

5x7

oil on canvas panel

This is Sharon, a college drama professor.  Don't you love the colors of her outfit--she is properly dramatic, and so much fun.  

Morning Run

oil on canvas panel

5x7

50.00

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http://www.dailypaintworks.com/fineart/connie-snipes/morning-run/153150

I don't have a dog, but I wish I did.  I travel too much now and don't think it's fair to put a pet in a kennel many times a year.  Dogs grieve for you and worry you won't come back--too much for my conscience!

So this is Gus, a friend's dog, photographed in in enthusiastic, thrilling, joyous, exploration run.

Farmers's Market, Charlotte, NC (sold)

8x10

oil on canvas panel

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This is my favorite farmers's market on Kings.  I like to cook and this one has it all--vegetables, fruits, flowers, and seafood.  It's always crowded and has a festival air about it.