Bellagio
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J.R. resides in Santa Cruz
area of the central coast of California with his wife Pat. Together they
travel extensively to capture the world’s beauty for those who appreciate
fine art. He has visited the great museums and galleries to study the work
of the masters.
His life long passion for
art has included studies in illustration and advertising at the Art Center
school in Los Angeles, and with Wayne Thiebaud and Amelia Fishbacher in
Sacramento who he tributes for the further development of his technique.
Working for 30 years as a cartographer and land surveyor with daily exposure
to the local rich scenery has provided a constant source of inspiration.
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Giverny |
He is
known most recently for his many European scenes, especially those with
shimmering water playing against ancient rich-colored architecture and his
depth of fine detail. He has just completed scenes of Collonges La Rouge in
Southwest France.
He has a
large series of watercolors of Pacific Coast harbor scenes.
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Carousal |
He often
requested to paint landscapes, garden and floral scenes as well as an
occasional still life, all of which he does in his detailed style with
wonderful color and composition.
J.R. has
received much recognition for his work which graces the homes and offices of
private collectors the world over including England, France, Japan, Russia,
Canada and Alaska.
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