"Dawn on the Caribbean" - Manzanillo, Costa Rica

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Manzanillo is located outh of the Panamanian border in Costa Rica. It indulges in a Caribbean life-style wherein Reggae music, beach attire and a slower place to life is enjoyed. The Atlantic ocean is rough here with strong currents and occasional rip-tides. The beaches are smaller and more intimate because the jungle growth comes close to the shore. 

#35     5" x 7"   acrylic on archival linen canvas     SOLD

"Bananos Pequenos" - Tres Rios, Costa Rica

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There are at least three kinds of bananas in Costa Rica. The largest are Plantains, the next size are the regular kind found in most grocery stores around the world. The ones I've painted are the smallest. They are by far the best. They are sweet, have a very think skin, more compact flesh and are a perfect snack size. Needlesstosay, their coloring is rich in rust, yellows, and pale greens.

#34     5" x 7" acrylic on archival Masonite board      SOLD

"Fresas" - Tres Rios, Costa Rica

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Local farmers sell strawberries on the street during in-season which runs from December through April. Three pints for 1,000 colones [$2}. They are perfect in their red sweetness.

#32     5 x 7    acrylic on archival linen canvas     SOLD

"Granadilla" - Curridabat, Costa Rica

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Another discovery in the fruit world. The Granadilla has a thin but very hard shell that opens only with much effort. The fruit scent is fresh, not too sweet and is used in juices. The appeal to me is the lovely oval shape and rich color.

#33     5" x 7"     acrylic on archival linen canvas   SOLD

"Hydrangeas" - Curridabat, Costa Rica

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The colors, the petals, the flowers all combine to create an irresistible show of beauty. Their caretaker, our friend Eugenia,  is a Master Bonsai gardener plus a photographer and graphic artist. Bill & I are lucky to enjoy her wondrous garden that displays both flowers and several dozen Bonsai.

31     5 x 7    acrylic on archival Masonite board    SOLD
       

"Hacienda en Pinares" - Curridabat, Costa Rica

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We saw this large hacienda early one week-end morning. The view from the top of the hill allowed me a peek inside  for a good view for a painting. There are a number of homes such as this one outside the central city of San Jose. Many of these estates have been built on former coffee plantations.

#30    5" x 7" acrylic on archival linen canvas       SOLD

"Our Beautiful Pacific" - Manual Antonio, Costa Rica

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The beaches in Costa Rica are truly magnificent. A lot of them are part of the National Park system and although toured by many visitors from around the world, they are kept in pristine condition. Coming from Michigan, I am accustomed to the beauty of the Great Lakes which also resemble ocean shores. The beaches in Costa Rica are as glorious.

29     5" x 7" acrylic on archival linen canvas   SOLD