Palm Frond Entry

Palm Frond Entry

If you live in SW Florida, most likely you have a love for palm trees. I sure do. And thankfully, my customers love them too. The palm tree and palm frond motifs are a highly requested item to have painted both indoors and outdoors.

Here’s fun recent motif of the Fan Palm panted to dance across the walls of a condo entry way:

For this mural I created my own stencil onsite. Drawing the first leaf onto butcher paper to get the scale the way we wanted. Then just duplicated it along the 2 walls so that it looks more like large motif wallpaper.

Most of the time, I just freehand the palms. Here’s a few more concepts I’ve painted:

 

Layers of Sand Faux Finish

Layers of Sand Faux Finish

The laid-back lifestyle enjoying days on the beach is one of the many reasons people choose to live here in beautiful SW Florida. Even if their days aren’t always literally on the beach, the beach still influences their lifestyle and home décor. (I’ve never taken an official count but I’m pretty sure every home here has at least one shell in it somewhere). Today’s modern soft natural aesthetic works perfectly for those wanting the gentle shades of sand and whisper grey in their home to bring the beach indoors. And that’s exactly what this faux finish does for this primary bath.

The goal was to have the room bright white and airy while keeping in mind that the original tile would remain. The base color is Sherwin Williams 7005.

 Two shades of creamy/sand color were layered on in a mock watercolor effect. Here I used Sherwin Williams SW6099 Sand Dollar and SW 6106 Kilim Beige.

The last step was to periodically streak in Silver metallic.

The overall effect is similar to layers of sand you see in glass jars and absolutely perfect for the home that has soft neutrals all through out

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Measuring Up

 

Measuring Up

Continuing the adorable cartoon alligator’s painted at Gator Mike’s Family Fun Park in Cape Coral, Fl, they now show patron’s how tall they need to be for the various activities.

A few new gator friends demonstrate the fun of zooming across the zipline:

 

The original cartoon alligators were painted in one of the 3 party rooms Gator Mike’s has to offer:

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Faux Driftwood on Front Door

 

Faux Driftwood on Front Door

A favorite pastime here in SW Florida is finding driftwood along the Gulf shores. There’s something appealing to the gentle bleached out colors and easy texture that almost makes you hear the sun dappling down as the waves gentle polish fallen branches. The treasure finds of driftwood are used locally to create art, bowls, are or used to grace tablescapes. But their beauty doesn’t have to stop there. It can even be used to create a welcome feel to a front door. Granted it would be hard to find a piece large enough to be processed for a front door but that can be rectified by recreating the look with a faux painted finish.

Here’s a look a recent front entry faux painted to look like driftwood:

Close Up View:

There were 5 different surface types to paint over: the door itself, stucco in 2 different textures, silicone, and metal strips. First step was to ensure the surface is clean. Second step, I used Bulls eye 1-2-3. Typically, I use it in white, but in this case, it seemed appropriate to use grey Bulls Eye 1-2-3. I created my own base color utilizing Duramax Antique White with a touch of Cabin Plank. It mixes to an almost flesh tone look. Using chip brushes a tan and Aqua Glaze mix was streaked over top and just a touch of medium grey every so often. Antique white and aqua glaze mix was gently streaked in for a pickling effect. Modern Masters in Matte finishes it off and gives the front door extra protection.

 

Driftwood Faux Finish can be used anywhere in your home:

Tables:

Mirrors:

Clocks:

Fireplace Mantles:

Surrounds:

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God Bless the Firefighters

God Bless the Firefighters

We’re now 8 days into the devastating fires raging through California. Our hearts go out to all those who have literally had their lives turned into ashes. We send continued prayers and praises for the incredibly brave firefighters who are doing all they can to protect life. Your sacrifice, servitude, and bravery give all of us hope. May God watch over you and bless you.

I’m honored to have been commissioned to paint a tribute to firefighters throughout the years here in SW Florida. 

Located at Love Boat Ice Cream , Cape Coral, Florida.

Located at Love Boat Ice Cream, Sanibel, Florida

Located at Love Boat Ice Cream on Dani St, Fort Myers, Florida

Located at Love Boat Ice Cream Downtown Ft Myers, Florida

For a high school fire academy Lehigh Acres, Florida

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The Emerald City

The Emerald City

There is absolute magic to the story of the Wizard of Oz. I’m not just referring to the magic held within the story (the good fairy, a magical wad, ruby slippers, monkeys that fly, etc.) But to the imagination and dreams that spring forth just thinking about the possibilities beyond the rainbow and the magic that love and home gives to us all. The Wizard of Oz has always been a favorite of mine. So, I was beyond thrilled when ask to paint a canvas for a child’s room that will be decorated in the Wizard of Oz theme.

The original piece is acrylic on 24” x 30”, gallery wrapped. Photos don’t do it justice though.

The rainbow flashes to gold as the light bends it. The “crystal ball “ has a layer of Golden’s Heavy Gel to raise it up a bit. The globe is sealed in gloss, the rainbow in satin, and the balance in matte.

Oh, the dreams it will create of entering into the magical wonders of the “Emerald City”.

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Happy New Year 2025 !

 Happy New Year 2025!

Wishing everyone a blessed and prosperous New Year!

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