Vander Vinne Studio

I had an amazing time at Wayne Plein Air. Here is my award-winning piece painted at Valley Forge National Park. The barracks were just off to the right and the Grand Parade to the left. It was raining while I painted it from under my SUV trunk for protection. Thanks for the title, and thanks for the award. And thanks to everyone at for another fantastic event. I hope to be back next year.

One down today. Painted at Warwick County Park. .

I'm still reeling from the weekend, where I found I won Best of Show at the Field to Finish exhibit for both piecees. This exhibit is put on every year during the IPAPA First Brush of Spring. The artists paint a small study in the field and then paint a larger painting from that in the studio, exhibiting both pieces together the following year. A big thank you to Kathie Odom who judged the event. I've admired Kathie's work for a very, very long time, so it's an extra special award to me. Thanks also to the Hoosier Salon for putting on the exhibit.

From top to bottom:
The Night in Me, oil, 6"x6"
Moon Shadow Work, oil, 20" x 20"

A workshop that simplifies how composition works without the b.s., complex grids, or confusing theories.

Unlocking Composition
Saturday-Sunday
March 21-22
Wayne Art Center
Wayne, PA
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In this composition workshop, we'll focus on identifying what's essential and building the painting around that.

Unlocking Compositiom
March 21-22, 2026
Wayne Art Center
Wayne, PA

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I paint small for several reasons, but the biggest is that the immediacy and expressiveness of small works are the simplest way for me to connect with nature and myself. There's a joy there that I think others feel as well. My Black Friday Sale of 25% Off select work ends today. Check out my website vandevinnestudio.com to see the collection.

I find beauty in the shapes and colors of nature, which connects me to it and myself. I paint to share that and hopefully inspire you to see the world a little differently. These are a few pieces that I have available on my BLACK FRIDAY SALE. You can see the collection of select works on my website: vandervinnestudio.com

I'm doing things a little differently this year for my Holiday Sale. I've selected 25 Small Gem paintings (and a few special other pieces), each 25% OFF now through Cyber Monday, Dec. 1st. All work is sold unframed. Go to the Artwork section on my website and click the BLACK FRIDAY SALE collection to find your favorite piece.