Back Of The Apartments On North Ave.

Back Of The Apartments On North Ave.  Watercolor and Ink   8 x 8 inches

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This painting features a view of the back of the apartments on North Avenue, in Cranford. It's kind of depressing looking in real life, but I wanted to focus on what one section could look like, with a warmer touch, that some residents have added.

I also like the old looking fire escapes that the residents use as their entrance. It reminds me of the depression era of life in the 1930s. I’ve been working on this theme for quite some time now and hope some of the larger ones will workout soon.

Many sketches and attempts lately, but I feel I’m refining what I want to express and explore here. This particular one will be featured in an upcoming group show at The Art Framer's Slice Of Life show, in March.

Holiday Show At The Artist Framer

These four 8 x 6 inch watercolors are currently in the Holiday Show at The Artist Framer in Cranford. However, they all have sold and may not be displayed throughout the entirety of the exhibit. The group show is hanging until the New Year.

https://artistframer.com/

Entrance #6 after snow, watercolor and ink pen, 8 x 6 2023

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Two styled gothic farmhouses, watercolor and ink pen, 8 x 6 2023

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Snowfall at the Cranford Clock, watercolor and ink pen, 8 x 6 2023

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The white house in snow, watercolor and ink pen, 8 x 6 2023

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Best In Show, At The Clifton Art Center

Grateful and honored to to have been awarded Best In Show, for my painting, Night Moves! The reception of The NJ Art Association was this past Saturday, at The Clifton Arts Center.

The show will be exhibited until Dec. 9th.
Clifton City Hall Municipal Complex at 900 Clifton Avenue in Clifton, NJ.
Nov. 8th - Dec. 9th

Viewing from Wednesday - Saturday 1-4pm

Reception, Saturday, November 18th, 1-4 pm.
https://cliftonartscenter.org/gallery-exhibits

 

Night Moves

 

"Night Moves", 2023 watercolor, 10 x 6 1/2 inches

This scene is taken from my Mom’s back patio. I usually am up at my Mom’s place once a week. I would sit out here late at night when most of the senior residents there were asleep. I felt a very still, quietness at those times. Very peaceful.
 

Shore Paintings 2023 - Plein Air

“Sea Mist”, unframed, watercolor, 5” x 7”, $200

“Cape May Lifeguard Chair”, watercolor, 8” x 10”,  $150 unframed, $250 framed.

“Cape May Beach From Walkway”, unframed, watercolor, 12” x 9”, $250

“Congress Hall Entrance”, unframed, watercolor ink,
5 1/2 x 7 1/2””, $125

“Wildwood Crest Beach, Late Afternoon ”,
unframed, watercolor, 7 1/2” x 5 1/2”, $150

“Wildwood Crest Overcast”, unframed, watercolor, 9” x 6”, $125

 

 

 

“Wildwood Crest Walkway Pier Walkway”
unframed, watercolor,9” x 6”, $100

 

All inquiries text, call or email:

Stephen D’Amato
908.377.9677
spdamato@gmail.com

 

An Award Of Excellence, August 23, 2023

Maria, 2010, oil, framed 24 x 24 inches

 I'm grateful to have received an Award Of Excellence, from the NJ Art Association, at The Morris County Library Exhibit. The exhibit was viewable from August 1st through August 30th.

Corner View

 

“Corner View”. 2023 Watercolor on Arches 140 lb. paper. 10 1/2 x 15 inches.

The spring/summer foliage offers partial views, which I find interesting and somewhat dramatic.

 

For inquiries call, text or email:

Stephen D'Amato

908-377-9677
spdamato@gmail.com

Chilton Medical Center Award

Late Afternoon Light, 2023,watercolor, framed 28 x 22 inches

 I'm happy to have received an Award Of Merit at The Chilton Medical Center Exhibit, with the NJ Art Association. This show is currently can be viewed through September 8. All sales are handled through Chilton Medical Center and The NJ Art Association.

Chilton Medical Center, 97 West Pkwy, Pompton Plains, NJ.

Self-Portrait (May 2023)

Self-Portrait, 2023, 13 x 17 inches, watercolor on Arches 140lb paper.
Framed 18 x 24 inches. $600.00

I’m happy to have completed this Self-Portrait today. I have also delivered it to the gallery, which is featuring a Self-Portrait Exhibit for the month of June.

 

I chose to do more of an “environment self-portrait” this time. I believe it says more about me and where I make make art and where I have created my music. My favorite books and sketch books are also there.

The exhibition is at The Artist Framer in Cranford. Opening reception is Saturday, June 3rd, 6-9pm.

The Artist Framer

 

 

"Late Afternoon Light 2"

“Late Afternoon Light 2”. Watercolor on Arches 140lb paper,

 Image size 19 x 15 inches. $600 Unframed or $750.00 framed.

 

 

It is currently framed, in a natural wood frame, 28' x 22", with a triple white mat and plexiglass. It can be sold framed or unframed. 

This painting is almost identical to the previous painting featured in the previous post, entitled, "Late Afternoon Light 1". Some minor differences and this on is much larger.

 

"Late Afternoon Light 1"

“Late Afternoon Light 1”.  Watercolor on Arches 140lb paper, 11.5 x 9 inches. $400.00 unframed.

 

The home on the left side of this painting, was originally owned by 19 century Cranford resident and developer, James Rodgers. It is one of my favorite homes in Cranford. I was particularly interested in the side portions of each home and the space they share between them.

 

"A Moment In Time"

"A Moment In Time", watercolor and ink, 8 x 8 inches.
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 I painted this for the "Slice Of Life" show at The Artist Framer Gallery. It deals with the interaction of people sharing their time, together and apart from each other. The scene is featured around the Cranford town clock, in Eastman Plaza, Cranford, NJ.

The show is at the gallery for this month, March 1 - 31, 2023. Closing Reception on March 31st from 6-8pm. Hope to see you there!

 

The Artist Framer

116 North Ave West

Cranford, NJ 07016

"Night Lights"

"Night Lights". Watercolor and ink. 8 x 10 inches.
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This house is around the corner from me and I've noticed it for quite some time. It used to have a somewhat haunted look, before the current owners renovated it, but still has the mystery for me.
A different view with this version below.

 

5.5” x 8.5”. Watercolor, ink and graphite. Unframed.
$125.00

"Refuge"

"Refuge", watercolor. 300 lb. Fabriano paper., 18” x 14”, unframed    $600.00.

 Our fire escape was a great spot to hang out during those warm, early November days. I was using crutches to get around and I was avoiding using the stairs to go out. I did look forward to sitting out here to draw, paint and do some reading. The fire escape was my refuge. The flowers, herbs and vegetables in the planters, were basically finished for the season, but some decorations and ornaments still remained. The reflecting sunset sparked my interest and I decided I would expand the perspective give it a wide, comfortable feel. This painting was my last studio painting in 2022.

"Blue Skies Ahead"

 "Blue Skies Ahead"  watercolor   14" x 19"
 300 lb. Frabriano Watercolor paper
unframed  $600.00

This house caught my eye, with it’s wrap around porch and turret, viewed from around the weeping, Japanese, red maple. This painting represents a hopeful and positive outlook, while recovering from a hip procedure.

"American Gothic 4- Cranford (backview) 2022"

 

"American Gothic 4- Cranford (backview) 2022"

 

Watercolor, 22” x 13”, painted on 300 lb. Frabriano watercolor paper

 

Unframed, $700.00

 

This painting is a bit larger than my usual size paintings. This backview, of the red house on the corner, really got my attention as the sun was setting. We’ve had some extremely hot weather for a few weeks straight, so painting a snow scene from last winter was refreshing. This home has continues to inspire me.

 

“American Gothic 2 - Cranford 2022”

 

“American Gothic 2 - Cranford 2022”

Watercolor on 300 lb. Frabriano Paper, 14" x 10", Unframed $500.00

Another painting of this house on the corner. A different angle and a play on the light. I took a bit more time with this one.  

 

"Entrance 4 - Night"

 

 "Entrance 4 - Night"

 

Watercolor,  9 1/2" x 14", painted on 300 lb. Frabriano paper.

 

$600.00, Unframed

 

This is the final painting that’s entitled, “Entrance - 4, Night”.

A more studied and planned out version. Again with this painting, I am portraying sections of my building, that have become important and familiar in my everyday life. I choose to accentuate the light and dark areas to create a mystical drama.

"Entrance 4 - Afternoon Sun"

 

 "Entrance 4 - Afternoon Sun",

 Graphite, Ink Pen and Brown Watercolor Wash, 7" x10", $200.00, Unframed

The Entrance

"The Entrance". Watercolor on Fabriano 300 lb. paper. 12" x 16",

 Unframed $500.00.

A warm and inviting entrance that can sooth a weary soul. I gratefully pass through these doors very often.

"Her Childhood Home"

"Her Childhood Home", 3/2022, watercolor, 18" x 12"

$500.00, (unframed)

 

I was inspired to paint this scene for a few different reasons. I know that a neighbor of mine had grown up in this home, many years ago. I also love the layout of this side view and during the twilight. It had a magical glow that I knew I wanted to express in my painting. The architecture is also very unique, like many of the homes in my neighborhood. Many do not fit any type of development style. The winter, bare trees gave it the haunting effect, that I wanted to accentuate.

"Horror"

"Horror", 2005, watercolor, 30" x 22"  $700.00 (unframed)

I painted this watercolor in 2005, after the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami happened. A horrific tragedy that was devastating. So much suffering from in the war on Ukraine these days. My emotional reaction is similar.

"Fire Escape"

"Fire Escape", watercolor, 18" x 13", 2-2022    $500.00 (unframed)

 

I found this fire escape scene at our building interesting, especially the play of the shadows. It represents a feeling of home and connection.

 

 

 

“Back View” (Orange and Riverside)

“Back View” (Orange and Riverside), watercolor, 16” x 12”, 2/2022, $400.00 (unframed)

Working from areas in my neighborhood, which I find interesting. I haven't been able to walk far these days, due to an injury, so I am enjoying finding ideas that are of interest close by.

“Rooftops at Elizabeth and N. Union”

“Rooftops at Elizabeth and N. Union”  1/2022, 9 ”x 12 “, watercolor, $300.00 (unframed)