My blogging debut
Hi, with this post, I'm beginning a blog page that will become a regular part of my website at www.johnkeelingpaintings.com. This photo was taken earlier this year in my home studio. This past week, I...
View ArticleExploring cherry blossom branches in oil
I just finished this oil of cherry blossoms as a speculative assignment for Eva Reynolds Gallery. It is 18 x 36. I was going for more Monet, but thinking I may have ended up more Kinkade! Oh my......
View ArticleAndy unveiled
The portrait of Andy, beloved dog of Ellen Karp and Dick Estes, was unveiled last evening during a small dinner party at the home of his parents. Guests enjoyed a delicious dinner of tapas and sangria....
View ArticleNew painting of SLU church
I'm updating the website today, removing some of the paintings that sold last weekend at the "Handmade & Vintage" show sponsored by Chick Events in Park Place. Also adding five new images in the...
View ArticleGo Royals!
I've been exploring ways to celebrate the current success of the KC Royals baseball team. Sharing this original watercolor that captures the sportsmanship and signature "cap tipping" of our boys in...
View ArticleSeeing Red!
With all the gray, dreary weather we've had lately here in Kansas City, I'm thankful for the bright dashes of color that the cardinals bring each winter. I recently captured one such bird in watercolor...
View ArticleNesting instincts
I enjoy watching the birds in the garden this time of year, as they work diligently to build their nests. Seeing the eggs hatch into new little birds is such a joy, as is watching them bravely leave...
View ArticleNow at west elm on the Plaza!
I'm thrilled to have my watercolor prints NOW AVAILABLE at west elm on the Country Club Plaza in Kansas City, MO. West elm is wonderfully supportive of local artists across the country, inviting us to...
View ArticleThe Year of the Horse
As we begin 2018, I'm declaring it "The Year of the Horse" for my studio intention. Realizing that the Chinese Year of the Horse was 3 years ago, I am doing this now for my personal motivation and...
View ArticleThe Horse in Winter
I'm enjoying exploring the subject of horses. It has been bitterly cold here recently, and I find this painting I did of two wild horses from the EcoSanctuary near Laramie, WY, speaks to the harshness...
View ArticlePatron's Choice Award
I am thrilled to share that this watercolor, The Day Begins, has received the Patron's Choice Award from the Visions of the Flint Hills exhibition currently on display at the Buttonwood Art Space.
View Article"Loyal Duty"
This painting, "Loyal Duty," became my third consecutive acceptance into the Watercolor USA exhibition, making me eligible to become a member of the Watercolor Honor Society this year.The painting is...
View ArticleAlmost Heaven
This original watercolor, "Almost Heaven," has recently been added to my Shop here on the website. It can also be purchased on a Father's Day greeting card at Trader Joe's.I find fly fishing to be...
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