Friday, December 16, 2016

Jerusalem

 Jerusalem Old City
When the Romans invaded what is now Israel, they decreed that all buildings should be built of Limestone, which was both plentiful and beautiful. The city's architecture has an lovely unified ivory tone, and the material works well in the dry desert. 



 Dome of the Rock: Revered Muslim mosque
The Wailing Wall

Peonies and Roses in Urn

One of my newest paintings is an expression of my love for flowers. This oil on canvas is 18 x 18", painted Fall 2016.  For sale.