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At The River Landing
Currently involved in a multi-year project he calls “Cumberland River – An American Legacy,” Larry is gathering on-site research from Harlan, Kentucky down through Tennessee and back to where the almost 700 mile long waterway meets the Ohio River near Smithland, Kentucky. He is presenting the paintings in a series of solo shows in both states. “I hope to instill an appreciation of the riparian environment and local history of these life-giving waters.” He finished the first phase of this project in the summer of 2016 and is constantly adding paintings to the collection.
Take a moment to view these collectible river paintings in the Cumberland River Gallery and Larry's additional artwork in his Corner Store Gallery. Contact us for photos of framed art.
Currently involved in a multi-year project he calls “Cumberland River – An American Legacy,” Larry is gathering on-site research from Harlan, Kentucky down through Tennessee and back to where the almost 700 mile long waterway meets the Ohio River near Smithland, Kentucky. He is presenting the paintings in a series of solo shows in both states. “I hope to instill an appreciation of the riparian environment and local history of these life-giving waters.” He finished the first phase of this project in the summer of 2016 and is constantly adding paintings to the collection.
Take a moment to view these collectible river paintings in the Cumberland River Gallery and Larry's additional artwork in his Corner Store Gallery. Contact us for photos of framed art.
Larry's Latest
 As Time Goes By
My December exhibition will include these four paintings and more as the featured artist for the Hopkinsville (KY) Art Guild. Several other new pieces highlighting prominent sites in the county will be showcased as part of the month-long show. We'll have a reception, TBA, and you are invited!
Old Decoys & New Birds, (Reelfoot Lake, TN). Clarksville's Bill Howard DVM invited me and other friends to the famous waterfowl lake created by an earthquake in the winter of 1811-12. Cypress trees dot the landscape and offer shelter while flooded tupelo and oak provide food for migrating ducks. Geese rest at night and visit nearby grain fields at daybreak. The December hunt inspired this painting with a little bit of artistic license to create shot-riddled decoys still attracting these mallards. One old decoy rests on its side in the shallow water. New birds are a welcomed sight. 22x30 oil-$1800.
Niagara of the South, that's what they call Cumberland Falls, the second largest waterfalls by volume east of the Rockies. Couples would often honeymoon there instead of making the traditional trek to New York. The water drops 68 feet and is 125 feet wide, which makes an impressive “splash.” The falls faces north so sunlight spills over the top. However, it is the only place in the western hemisphere where viewers can see a “moonbow” in the mist at full moon. Victoria Falls in Africa owns the other one. After flowing 566 miles from this point, the Cumberland joins the Ohio River at Smithland, Kentucky. 11x14 oil-$650.
A Duck Hunter's Dream is a fantasy most of us keep hoping will come true one cold morning, while standing in thigh-deep flooded timber. In this loosely painted scene, five drake mallards flip and flop through the tall tupelo canopy, landing gear down. The lead duck is sporting a band on his left leg, put there by a biologist to track his migration. Dreams and wishes often come true. 6x24, $550. |
-AWARD WINNERS- Two paintings below were judged as winners in the Regional Downtown Art Coop annual show in Clarksville. Dunbar Cave Canadas and Storm Over Queen City.
Double-barrel Dilemma is another scene I've had on my list for a while. The "stay at home" dilemma is good for something else - to catch up on your to-do list. Chasing ruffed grouse is not something every hunter aspires to do. It's done in rugged country and the chance of seeing a ruffed grouse, much less taking a shot, is a rare event. As you can see, this outdoorsman has a choice, which is even more rare. Left or right - you decide. The brittany spaniels are waiting, too. 18x24 oil-$1500.
Prairie Monarchs, 12x24 oil, is the latest addition to my Cumberland River series. As many of you know, bison were reintroduced at LBL National Recreation Area and roam the large fields along the major north-south thoroughfare known as The Trace. Bison, elk and other large mammals inhabited the prairies of the eastern U.S before man arrived. Now, they are back. 12x24 oil-$950.
Salmon On A Plank-Sockeye Salmon, oil portrait on cedar board, 14x6. The last time you ate salmon from Alaska, this ugly guy was probably it. Sockeye salmon hatch, go to sea for two years then return to the same river where they hatched, spawn then die. Millions crowd the water in summer, making it appear red. It's a very important part of life's web. I have fished in rivers up there along with brown bears that are sustained through the winter by gorging themselves with salmon, not fishermen. By the way, the fish are silver in the ocean and without the beak. $95.
“If you hear a voice within you say 'you cannot paint,' then by all means paint, and that voice will be silenced."
Vincent Van Gogh 
Montana Morning is a scene in the western part of Big Sky Country. Driving from Missoula to Kalispell one early November morning, I had to pull over and admire this vista near Flathead Lake. An overdue snow squall was passing over the mountains making an inspiring view for anyone who would watch. 11x14, $550.
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updated-8-22-2020