CYNTHIA KOWAL

A quick look at recent work from the past few years.

Beaver Lodge – HG

Acrylic paint on canvas board, mounted, 7 x 5 inches, 2023 • AVAILABLE

One of five painting explorations using three colors plus white. Ultramarine blue and raw umber were two constants, plus an oxide or hooker’s green. Summer photos of beaver activity in Pawtuckaway State were a jumping off point. HG refers to Hooker’s Green.

Plasterer at Work

Acrylic paint on canvas, 10 x 8 inches, 2025 • AVAILABLE

The plasterer is setting up in a gutted space. He’s wearing his favorite soccer team’s jersey before changing into his work clothes. The reference pic is from a time of major work on our house.

Independent Street, Sunday Morning

Acrylic paint on canvas, 24 x 18 inches, 2023 • AVAILABLE

This view is from Liberty Street looking down Independent Street to Water Street. Brilliant light and shadow emerge on a summery morning when the sky is almost done clearing out from morning fog. The short side street has American flags and other charms. Deep shadows in the street are cast by the Tannery building.

Charles Street Look to Yellow House, Water Street

Acrylic paint on paper, 23 x 18 inches, 2023 • AVAILABLE

Three Flags – Lime Street

Acrylic paint on canvas pad sheet, mounted, 16 x 12 inches, 2023 • AVAILABLE

This view down Lime Street towards Water Street, three American flags, and distant river made an irresistible subject one Fourth of July weekend. The masts from the boatyard add character in the neighborhood.

Out Water Street – C Tree

Acrylic paint on canvas pad sheet, mounted, 16 x 12 inches, 2023 • AVAILABLE

This is a favorite, opening view on walks, heading towards Joppa Park along the Merrimack River. The big area of sky and distant river make the first impact.  Then nearer details charm with light, shadow, and life in the South End neighborhood.

Red House – Rolfe’s Lane

Acrylic paint on canvas pad sheet, mounted 20 x 17 inches, 2023 • AVAILABLE

The Red House sits at the “city” end of the Plum Island Turnpike along the Merrimack River. Late afternoon light at the end of summer created the commanding, long side view of the old building. The road continues on towards the local airport, salt marshes, and beaches.

Lime Street Intersection, Wintertime Walk

Oil paint on canvas, 24 x 18, 2023 • AVAILABLE

The skies are clearing and the light is brightening on a raw, late winter afternoon. The view is from Lime Street towards Water Street. The orange house at the Purchase Street intersection was the location for a neighborhood “pharmacy” in the bygone days. The river appears in the distance with a patch of color.