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The Counting House Shingle
I painted this shingle for a production of A Christmas Carol. I’ve painted this show at least 6 times and this is my favorite sign I did for any of them. It helped that the designer & carpenters conspired to give me a beautifully made surface to work on. Such a lovely shape. The letters…
Reefer Madness Set
Are you dizzy yet from staring at that floor?
The Eight Foot Heron
His name is Michael. That’s what the homeowner named him. “After the recent hurricane”, she said. I love that he has a name. This handsome devil is nearly eight feet tall and graces the entryway of a home in Beaufort, NC. I think it’s obvious that it’s a (huge) homage to Audubon.
The Neverland Banner
I painted this banner for a 2005 production of Peter Pan at the Seacoast Repertory Theatre. It was a companion to the Pirate Banner. The venue is a three-quarter thrust stage and has no fly system. Thus the use of small banners that can be taken out in other ways. The image is based on a Rockwell…
The Story Book Drop
I painted this back drop in two days. I had to work with the fabric hanging from the fly rail, which is double tough. Have you ever tried to paint something that sways back and forth? It’ll make you crazy! (Pro tip: staple the hem to the floor. ) I included the preliminary drawing I…
The Pirate Banner
I painted this Pirate Banner for Peter Pan at the Seacoast Repertory Theatre in 2005. Loved this production. The original design had a cigarette held between the teeth but the director nixed it. Not a good example for the kids, I guess. I would’ve added to the badness look, but I still love it. One…