Category Archives: Still life

This is another painting with John’s handmade marbles. I am painting one more to finish John series. It was rainy Sunday. Today was a perfect day for painting. Two dogs are sleeping under my desk and a cat are on the … Continue reading →

My daughter’s friend John is an incredible glass artist. He created these marbles. They are so beautiful that I had to paint them. Transparent blue and a hint of yellow or red are heavenly mixtures. I held them against the … Continue reading →

I welcomed so many new years. But I feel that a year goes much faster now. I hope that I can slow down the time and enjoy the beauty of all seasons. Acrylic on Illustration Board 9.75″ x 7.5″ http://www.dailypaintworks.com/fineart/setsuko-lawson/afternoon-sun/543245

When I grow up in Japan, there was no AC system in the ordinary house. I do not think they still do not have those like US. People wear many sweaters and thick socks in winter, and use the sectional … Continue reading →

School is over. Ye ye!! But unfortunately I caught cold and do not feel like singing yet. At least I finished this painting for Christmas. I pick several images for next paintings so that I can start some image today. That is … Continue reading →

There is a small but very nice toy store on the King Street, downtown Charleston. We happened to park our car right in front of this store. Of course, I needed to go inside. There were so many cool toys in … Continue reading →

I read “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland” in Japanese when I was a kid. I remember that I enjoyed the story very much. But when I read this in English again, I realized how well written this story is. Since then this … Continue reading →

I went to the bookstore yesterday. There were many art magazines on the shelves. I grabbed several of them and sit on the most comfortable chair in the store. Those magazines are filed with beautiful and strong art works. I spent … Continue reading →

Yesterday I bought the freesia bulbs and sweet pea seeds. I am so anxious to start yard works. Spring in South Carolina is wonderful, I can grow almost anything in my backyard without any special care. It will be so … Continue reading →

I attended the photography workshop last weekend. It was very informative workshop and I learned a lot. Of course, I set the still life and place the daylight bulb next to the setting. I can manipulate the light now. Yippee! Acrylic and … Continue reading →