Castle of the Counts
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Castle of the Counts

This the “Castle of the Counts” in Ghent, Belgium. Beth and I took a tour of this 12th century castle, which had an entertaining audio tour to guide us through its rooms. Supposedly, this is the castle where the modern fireplace was invented.

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Randy in Red Pants
Ink, Watercolor John Wells Ink, Watercolor John Wells

Randy in Red Pants

Randy in Red Pants. 6 x 9in. Ink and watercolor on paper.

Randy is a banking and investment advisor and is a fixture at all the best parties in town. He has a wonderful collection of art prints and watercolor paintings.

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Fredrick
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Fredrick

“Fredrick” is an 11x14 in. ink and watercolor painting on paper. I found a fabulous archive of photos from London in the 1860’s, that this is based on one of those photos.

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Summer Whites
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Summer Whites

“Sumer Whites” is a quick sketch in my sketchbook. It’s from a reference photo I found online and is made with ink and PITT markers.

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Reclaiming Unused Property
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Reclaiming Unused Property

The house is around the corner from me. It had a land use sign on it a few years ago and everyone expected it would be torn down and new apartments or condos would be built. But then a couple of years ago they owners took down the sign and the property has been sitting unused ever since. Years ago it was a lively house with lots of creative people living there.

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