Six Panel with Lapis Lazuli

Posted on November 30, 2012 11:21 am by markduranart

Back to canvass and experimentation with texture. I grounded up my Lapis Lazuli from Afghanistan into a fine powder. Then I composed a non objective design onto six canvasses. I used clear stand oil and saturated the work, and spread the Lapis across the surface.
The images randomly appeared with a slightly raised texture. Completely free from the use of a brush the powder collected in abstract forms of soft unhindered clumps. I enjoyed watching the powder melt into the pigment. The almost eerie faces appeared as if the painting was looking back at me.

Sail Panes

Posted on November 25, 2012 10:33 am by markduranart

Sailing has been a part of my family for generations. I wanted to honor my mom and her sister with this ten panel window. It features the sail boat they used to race while growing up on Geneva Lake. I worked towards a repetitive effect with each panel depicting subtle differences and a few drastic color schemes.

Special Delivery

Posted on October 18, 2012 11:36 pm by markduranart

The Baker House on glass was an experiment using glue and a silver sharpie to look like stained glass. I delivered the piece today to the surprise of the staff dressed in 1920’s fashion. If any one is in the Lake Geneva are I encourage you to experience this treasure of a land mark on the shores of Geneva Lake.
I wish you all happy days and a fun weekend.

“Octagon” window

Posted on October 12, 2012 4:50 am by markduranart

My latest commission:
This is an eight sided window from a prominent Williams Bay boat house. No better way to keep the magic alive that turn into art.

Double Paine octowindow was a challenge. Just adding color didn’t match up to both sides. Double the Paine!

New Non Objective

Posted on September 28, 2012 6:30 am by markduranart

Going big today with a 3×5 foot canvass. I wanted to paint a non objective and see where the night would take me. I wound up with broad strokes and organic lines. I am pleased with the results and I hope you enjoy the piece from all four sides.

The Baker House

Posted on September 10, 2012 8:17 pm by markduranart

My latest project is a continuation of famous landmarks on the shores of Geneva Lake on antique windows. The Baker House in The city of Lake Geneva Wisconsin.

Happy Monday painting,

I spent the afternoon working with a color scheme for the Baker House with some success. See below as the window fills with background and substance in the wings. The sky blossomed as quick brushwork in ultra marine blue and titanium white danced across the roof line. Violette overcoat was added after for fill in. The sky is complimentary to the yellow and bright orange accents on the home and foliage. The sharpie held strong and is the grid work of support. I like the contrast of heavy black lines and subtle color peaking through. The Baker House is a culmination of all the famous icons of Geneva Lake I painted on glass this summer. I hope you enjoy the progression.

The Baker House

NW Military Academy

Posted on August 28, 2012 7:47 pm by markduranart

We are starting a new Window!

For sale

Posted on August 26, 2012 2:15 pm by markduranart

Hello folks! The paintings on antique windows have been a huge success. My latest work is of the former Williams Bay Train Station which closed in 1967. As of now all work has been sold. I would like to thank the fine people of Williams Bay as well as Don, the owner of The Studio. I am currently taking commissions and will continue to paint scenes from the beautiful Geneva Lake.