Cattle and Sunlight and Water, Oh My

Radiance | Oil on Wood Panel | 11 x 14 | © Beth Cole

You know when something just captures your eye and won’t let go? That’s kind of what it was like the morning I saw this corral full of cattle, the sun glinting off the water.

When I was a young lass I would sit on the fence and sing my heart out to ones like this, a rapt audience if you will. The fondness continues. The soft glowing light of the morning made this scene something I knew I wanted to paint.

I did a study on site and painted this piece from that and a few other references. It is titled “Radiance.” The radiant light reminds me of Hebrews 1:3.

Here’s a time lapse video showing the beginning of the painting.

Here’s my sketch and a few close ups.

This piece is available from my studio and you can inquire here or visit the listing here.

Thanks for following along with my painting journey. I am grateful for you. Enjoy the weekend.

—Beth
Soli Deo Gloria

Oil + Cold Wax + Photography

Our Town Merna - Oil/ColdWax/Photography - SOLD © Beth Cole

SOLD. This piece of our town went to the most loving home of my friend, Deb. I am beyond thrilled that it will receive the kindest love and care. Hooray, God is gracious and good.

I have been working on other pieces in this series. Here is one of the windmills that serve as a landmark for our town. It is called Wind Poets - 18 x 24 on a wood panel.

Wind Poets. Oil/ColdWax/Photography - 18 x 24. © Beth Cole

Gary and I went out on a snowy day and I shot this photo then. I always edit my photos and add texture, etc. so that becomes part of the art’s story and mystery. I love the process of adding cold wax and oil paint to finish the piece. It is quite fun and expressive.

Have a good weekend my friends!

--Beth
Soli Deo Gloria