Paintings for a Lifetime

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2009-04-04T10:57:00.000-04:00

Concord Obsession

2008-10-28T17:09:00.003-04:00

Concord Obsession
8x10 oil on linen

Concord Niagara Obsession

2008-10-23T15:17:00.001-04:00

Concord Niagara Obsession

11x14 oil on linen

Red Pepper Society

2008-10-09T14:05:00.002-04:00

Red Pepper Society
8x10 oil on linen

The colors in this little sketch made me think of the famous Red Hat Society. I just couldn't help myself. Enjoy.

First Crop

2008-08-14T16:57:00.002-04:00

First Crop
6x6 Graphite, Charcoal, Acrylic on Illustration Board

See progression photographs in the Artist's Studio

Petals and Cream II

2008-03-08T22:07:00.003-05:00

Petals and Cream II

8x10 oil on linen

Petals and Cream I

2008-03-04T09:44:00.009-05:00

Petals and Cream I

11x14 oil on linen

Watch a progression video in the Artist's Studio

Thinking on Her

2008-02-21T09:53:00.007-05:00

Thinking on Her

8x10 oil on linen

View the painting in progression in the "Artist's Studio"

Apples of Monument

2008-02-14T11:20:00.007-05:00

Apples of Monument

8x10 oil on linen

SOLD

This painting is the first to be completed in my new studio at our new home.

Havana Glen Study

2007-11-13T14:02:00.001-05:00

Havana Glenn Study

8x10 oil on linen

Several weeks ago I visited one of the many breathtaking falls that surround us in the Finger Lakes region. What a gem this glen is. It's only about a 2 minute walk, but what an experience with a refreshing cool breeze and the deafening roar of the fall. I look forward to spring and summer as my studio becomes the great outdoors once again.

Enjoy photography from Havana Glen

New Life Island Auction

2007-10-09T17:16:00.001-04:00

Saturday's Silent Auction brought in $2,000 for the camp.
Thank you to all who contributed by way of monetary funds, prayers, and encouragement.

Prints will be available in December.

Read the story behind the paintings, enjoy the detailed progress of each day, and progression photographs of each painting on Rebecca Finch's New Life Island Blog.

Resounding Memories

8 x 10 oil on linen

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Distinctive noises resonate around the island creating a host of unique sounds that culminate into one mood characteristic of New Life Island. A calm breeze, rusting of trees, the mesmerizing chirp of birds, pounding thumps during carpetball, laughter, and canoes resting in the water, all echo throughout the island creating the backdrop to an influential memory.Perhaps the most distinct reverb is created by the camp bell that stands in front of the dining hall. This train bell’s once bronze finish has since tarnished to an iconic teal that is known so well by the campers. Its many uses range from the call for meals to the ending signal of a late night game.

Opening Glimpse

11 x 14 oil on linen

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Memories from last year’s camp week still linger in the minds and hearts of campers as they make their way past the scenic meandering roads to the island in anticipation of another life changing week. After crossing the causeway, the road winds and finally reveals a look at the camp after a year has passed. As if reuniting with an old friend, a flood of memories and excitement return. At first sight, North 3 can be seen, now called Elk. Past the fence and north cabins, wait another week of unforgettable moments, deep friendships, and direction from God.

The Center of Life

16 x 20 oil on linen

Permanent New Life Island Collection

The most outstanding building on the Island is the newly remodeled dining hall, the central hub around which everything revolves. Inside these doors, meals are prepared and served, spiritually refreshing retreats are conducted, the moose is kissed, and many strange demands are made and carried out as payment for precious mail from home.

Life Change

11 x 14 oil on linen
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This particular cabin known as South 3 has housed many years worth of changed lives. Excited youth, brokenhearted teens, tenderhearted God followers, kids from broken homes and impossible situations have all slept under its roof. Here, decisions were made to turn away from sin, defy peer pressure, lean on the Lord for strength, follow Him into ministry, and to become camp counselors themselves. Soon, a new cabin will be built in South 3’s place.

Bridge of Remembrance

11 x 14 oil on linen

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Judi Jobson loved camp. She especially loved the time she spent at New Life Island. This bridge, which was built as a testament to this young camper, now stands as an ever-present reminder of the uncertainty of life and of the Savior who spans the gap between sinful man and a Holy God.

Never Alone
11 x 14 oil on linen
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From day one until the week comes to a close, the counselors are committed to forming relationships with their campers that will be unique in their rapidity and personal in their proximity. As friendships take time, many of the tools that are used focus on creating an opportunity for enjoyment and a chance for campers and counselors to converse on a personal level. To be sure, not all canoe trips are of a serious nature as an occasional canoe tipping, or passage through the rapids bring fun and excitement to time on the river.

Elisa's Yellowware Collection

2007-09-11T15:54:00.000-04:00

Elisa's Yellowware Collection

16x36 oil on linen

SOLD

Against every practicality, I took on the challenge of painting in only two days the largest still life I have ever attempted.

Memories of Sanibel

2007-08-14T18:20:00.002-04:00

Memories of Sanibel I

8x10 oil on linen

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Memories of Sanibel II

8x10 oil on linen

SOLD

Since I was little, our family took vacations on Sanibel and Captiva islands located on the Gulf coast of Florida. In time we learned much about shells and how the animals made them. This cannot have happened by chance, survival of the fittest, or by a random explosion. The manufacturing of shells and the animals that are protected by them is an intricate design of purpose and order. Science and beauty in one object can only exist at the Hands of intent and meaning.

These paintings were given to my parents this year with the memory of all those vacations intertwined. Each shell brings back a certain image to my mind. I look forward to going again one day with my husband so that he can see and experience the islands.

Rosyline

2007-07-22T00:24:00.002-04:00

Rosyline I and II

8x10

sold

Savory Cloves

2007-03-13T17:48:00.001-04:00

Savory Cloves

8x8 oil on linen

SOLD

Something so small enhances an entire meal, and proves once again that mass is irrelevant in most areas of life. There is indeed value in the seemingly insignificant garlic clove.

Allegory for Love

2007-03-01T09:51:00.002-05:00

Allegory for Love

8x10 oil on linen

Amazing living velvet contrasted by painful thorns, the rose is indeed a complex allegory for love.

The Key to My Heart

2007-02-17T12:30:00.001-05:00

The Key to My Heart
5x7 oil on linen

This year's Valentine's Day gift to my husband.

See the setup in the studio.

Be Mine

2007-02-13T12:07:00.002-05:00

Be Mine

18x28 oil on linen

This rose, the largest I've ever seen, was given to me by my husband last Valentine's Day. Carefully hung upside down to dry, it offered a most interesting subject matter for a painting, and I couldn't resist.

Raspbeary

2007-01-26T22:48:00.001-05:00

Raspbeary

9x11 oil on linen

SOLD

Red Chili Peppers

2007-01-23T22:27:00.001-05:00

"Red Chili Peppers"

9x12 oil on linen

SOLD

Never were Red Chili Peppers so out of character as they are here in this calm and simple state of contained wild flavor.

Study of White

2007-01-09T16:25:00.001-05:00

Study of White

8x10 oil on linen

The variation of color is overwhelming even when one paints two seemingly simple white objects. Reflected light from the table give warm hues, cast shadows give off a cool shade, and the sunlight hitting certain plains causes a near blinding glow softening the edges. Here, is a rather quick study of this deceivingly complex still life.

Mom's Home Cooking

2006-12-30T20:45:00.001-05:00

"Mom's Home Cooking"

16x20 oil on linen

Few things create an atmosphere of warmth in a home like favorite food prepared by a loved one. From Grandma's cookbook to recent wedding gifts, this piece holds special memories of spending time in the kitchen with Grandma and hopes of future get togethers and special celebrations.

Christmas Past

2006-11-21T08:50:00.001-05:00

"Christmas Nostalgia"

12x16 oil on linen

"Christmas Past I"

8x10 oil on linen

"Christmas Past II"

8x10 oil on linen

A flood of memories come back when looking at old glass Christmas ornaments. Thoughts of loved ones who'd left us long ago. They are the images that keep us warm during the bitter cold of Christmas present.

Modest Beauty

2006-11-17T13:44:00.001-05:00

"Modest Beauty"

11x18 oil on linen

With three sheer delicate petals bending outward and three raised up covering its innermost parts, the iris seems to be a modest beauty. One of my dear friends brought a bouquet of irises from her garden to encourage me during a difficult time. This was the last of all the lovely irises that bloomed.

Quiet Ascent

2006-10-22T19:06:00.000-04:00

"Quiet Ascent"

11x14 oil on linen

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When the boys at the academy graduate, they line up at these steps before walking up to enter the graduation ceremony. This is consequently the last glimpse of the campus they take in before graduating.

Quiet Ascent was completed at the 2006 annual Princeton Academy Paintout, and was purchased by the Princeton Academy for their private collection during the silent auction held at the end of the paintout.

In His Time

2006-10-18T08:08:00.001-04:00

"In His Time"
four 8x10 oil paintings on linen

The rose is given to loved ones in honor of special occasions and to communicate feelings otherwise inadequately expressed by words. The essence is fresh and like no other scent, although we try to duplicate it. The perfectly timed opening of a rose eludes our comprehension. We wait and watch, howbeit impatiently, for the green curtains to open and reveal the gentle soloist. The rose opens not a moment too soon and not a moment past ready. Truly the works of His hands are wonderful, and He makes all things beautiful in His time.

This rose, growing in our small garden, opened over a period of 2 weeks, and I thoroughly enjoyed capturing each moment. "In His Time" is a series of four paintings created as a single rose opens over time. They are four separately framed 8x10 paintings.

A Walk in the Park

2006-10-18T07:57:00.001-04:00

"A Walk in the Park"

8x10 oil on linen

The pathways in Haddon Heights Park have been a joy to meander though each season of the year. I've picnicked here, walked here, spent memorable times with dear friends here, camped out for the day to sketch and paint, and waded in knee deep snow in the early morning hours to take photographs. Each bend in the path is familiar and whispers memories of past moments. Here I can get a closer look at what God has fashioned and shut out the noise of the world around me.

Pira Esculento

2006-09-26T23:35:00.002-04:00

Pira Esculento

12x17 oil on linen

The Pear pieces consist of thin oil washes and are the first paintings completed in this textured style. The transparency of the paint allows one to see the canvas underneath resulting in the appearance of age. This has inspired me to name them in Latin, a language that has survived the passage of time.

Remembering Her

2006-09-15T07:39:00.001-04:00

"Remembering Her"

11x14 oil on linen

My Grandmother always had a grouping of small brightly colored pitchers on her window sill. As a child I enjoyed the rich glow they gave in the sun’s light during the day. This tiny cobalt pitcher was my favorite out of all the pitchers in her collection.

Study

2006-09-15T07:33:00.001-04:00

" The Study"

14x20 oil on linen

SOLD

The Afternoon Hour

2006-09-14T08:19:00.003-04:00

"The Afternoon Hour"

8x10 oil on linen

One of the difficulties in setting up a still life composed of highly reflective objects is to somehow not appear I the reflection yourself, yet have the best angle of lighting and point of view. This painting is dedicated to my husband’s grandparents, born in England, who after coming to the States returned to serve for many years as missionaries there. I thank God for their example and for allowing me the honor of being in their family.

The Coming of Spring

2006-09-14T08:08:00.001-04:00

"The Coming of Spring"

8x10 oil on linen

Spring had just arrived as the once bare branches began to be covered in new growth. This is the red maple that stands in front of the first home that my husband and I have lived in. It symbolizes two wonderful years of marriage and many hopes and prayers for the future.

White Splendor

2006-09-14T07:56:00.001-04:00

"White Splendor"

12x16 oil

This painting of some of my Mother’s flowers was completed in my parent’s home in Florida. It is also one of three remaining paintings bearing my maiden name. Some paintings are a struggle all the way through, however others will come together effortlessly. This was one of those paintings that seemed to paint itself from beginning to end and was consequently one of the most enjoyable experiences I’ve had painting.