Daily Keemo 12.24

Sad King Wearing Blue Crown. 6" x 9"
(Click Picture)

If you were to peel away all the black you would see alot of color and shapes and lines. Im thinking that could apply to alot more than just this painting. (I could probably put those psych classes to work but its better leave that stuff to a professional.) Here there are just paintings and you can make what you wish of the Sad King Wearing Blue Crown... Enjoy!

Bridge Over Troubled KEEMO

9 out of 10 Painters Agree. Wood Veneer is Better Than Canvas. 7" x 9"
Acrylic and Ink (Click Picture)

I got a hold of a bunch of these big wood veneer samples. These arent the little ones you find in the aisle at one of those big hardward stores.
This one is 7"x9". I think it is Bamboo. (Im no wood expert) These are actually intended to be wall coverings. How cool is that? You just put it on like wallpaper.
Anyway, 9 out of 10 painters agree, wood veneer is better than canvas. (Unofficial results of an unofficial survey) ... Enjoy!

Come Hell Or High KEEMO

When went for a walk last night. It gets dark here around 5:00 now. By 6:00 PM it is as dark as midnight. Its cold and the ice and snow on the sidewalk sound loud as you take each step. Walking in the cold is different than in the warmth. You walk with purpose, you dont linger or stroll. Your steps are deliberate. Well, heres to walks in the dark and the cold and being all wrapped up in winter coats and gloves and boots...Enjoy!

She Wore A Scarf. (Fred Astaire Dances In The Background) 6" x 9"
(Click Picture)

2001: A Space KEEMO

Spacegirl 9"x12" (Click Picture)

Keep Your Nose To The KEEMOstone

I got a hold of a bunch of these big wood veneer samples. These aren't the little ones you find in the aisle at Lowes. These badboys are 8"x10.5". Of course, everytime I get my hands on something, my first reaction is to paint on it. So, thats what I did. (I should probably seek out a therapist and get to the bottom of it but its just too much fun) Anyway, here is to painting on things that were not meant to be painted on and ending up with something that looks like a painting... Enjoy!


Painting On Things Not Meant To Be Painted On And Ending Up With Something That Looks Like A Painting. 8"x10.5"(Click Picture)

It Takes Two To KEEMO

On Thanksgiving morning I had to run to the store to pick up a couple things I had forgotten for dinner. Everyone seemed to be in an upbeat happy mood. Lots of people smiling and nodding to each other. The lady a couple places in front of me in line, stopped and turned and wished everyone in line a Happy Thanksgiving. How nice was that? As Im standing there thinking, "that was really nice of her," I hear from behind me, "Please move. I want to put this on there" and I feel a nudge on my elbow. I turn around and there is a lady shoving some stuff on to the checkout lane. "Go right ahead," I say with a smile. She looks at squarely and says, "Just move." She wasnt in a good mood and she was sure going to let everyone else know it. So, I guess know Im letting you all know it, too. Either way, its always fun to turn someones negativity into something positive so here we go, a portrait of the snooty lady behind me in line...Enjoy!


Snooty Lady Behind Me In Line(Click Picture)

Another Nail In The KEEMO

I can't believe this series is up to #300 already. I thought I would use #300 to make a semi-self portrait. Its only a self portrait in the sense that I hope to keep this series going foward (and all my painting for that matter) always painting with eyes, ears and heart. I know it sounds a little lofty but I figure if I remain aware of these things while painting, I will remain aware of them when I am not. If you look at this painting you will see these things. Sidenote: Thanks to all of you who have helped support this series of paintings and all my artwork. I appreciate everyone of you. Thanks! ...Enjoy!

Featured Painting: Can It Be #300 Already? (Eyes, Ears and Heart) (Click Picture)

Don't Cry Over Spilt KEEMO

So, there is this guy. We will call him "Steve"... Oh wait, that really is his name. (Hi Steve!) Anyway, a few days ago he slips in this little PS at the bottom of an email that reads simply; "Best band in the world: The National." Hmm... now I listen to a ton of music but somehow this band escaped me. I have never heard of them. So, I hunt them down, download a few CDs and now Im hooked. Im pretty sure The National laces there music with Heroine or something. Im listening as I type this. I swear. So, here is to Steve, The National and to whatever they lace their music with...Enjoy!


Painting During Day Dream listening to The National. (or Steve pushed a drug called The National)(Click Picture)

Thats The Way The KEEMO Crumbles

I ran over to the store tonight. I hate to say it but the trip was specifically to get some adult beverages. The adult beverage of choice ended up being some red wine, Shiraz. To be truthful, they had a 3 bottles for 10 bucks deal going. I had it when they were charging $9.00 a bottle and it was good so dang 3 for 10 was a steal. I digress. Im walking out of the door and there is a guy yelling at absolutely no one. Im not sure what he even talking about. I walked to my car with the 3 bottles in the bag, unlocked the car, got it, shut the door and it was quiet. I started the car and was thankful for the peace and quiet that was awaiting at home and for the 3 for $10.00 Shiraz to go along with it...Enjoy!

Featured Painting: Another Yelling Man. This Time Outside The Grocery Store. (Click Picture)

Many Hands Make Like KEEMO

Some nights are perfect. It is quiet. There is Shiraz and Tom Waits. Not just any Tom Waits but Nighthawks at the Diner. These are nights when the door is closed and paint goes on easy. When it is 11:14 PM and you know there is still another 3 hours somewhere in you. Well, here is a portrait from tonight. 1 part quiet. 1 part Shiraz. 2 parts Tom Waits...Enjoy!

Featured Painting:
It Is Quiet. There Is Shiraz and Tom Waits - 9"x12" (Click Picture)