Author Archives: Brent Jensen
Local Scenes
Living less than 10 miles from Napa has benefits. This time of year, the residual grapes gives the air an inviting, unique aroma. The vineyard leaves are just starting to turn autumn colors. The temperature is perfect for plein air painting. Plus, there are numerous worthy scenes to memorialize like this barn near Oakville. I enjoy painting with fellow…
Portrait of Mom
My mother-in-law, Shirley Morris, passed away and the family had a Celebration of Life service last Saturday. To honor the amazing person she was, I painted her portrait. The painting was displayed at the book sign-in table and after the service, I went to my father-in-law’s home and hung the painting across from her favorite…
AIS 17th Annual National Juried Exhibition – Florence Plaza
September 29 through October 30, 2016 are the dates for the American Impressionist Society 17th Annual National Juried Exhibition. The exhibition will be held at the Howard/Mandville Gallery in Kirkland, Washington. Florence Plaza, a 24 x 20 oil painting of mine was accepted into this prestigious show. I will be attending the opening reception on…
Solo Exhibition at Christian Daniels Gallery
Please join me at the June 3, 2016 opening reception from 6-8 p.m. at Christian Daniels Gallery in San Francisco. This solo exhibition will include 24 oil paintings from scenes of the Bay area and Europe. If you are unable to attend the opening reception, you can visit the gallery through July 16 to see…
Using a Drawing Tool While Plein Air Painting in Napa
A Drawing Tool helps an artist with accuracy as you begin your painting. By using this tool, you are more likely to draw objects proportionally consistent and establish key large masses in your scene. Sketch your scene on the drawing tool with a marker (first photo), then use the reference to be more accurate when…