"Romantic Sunset Surf" ~ 24"x30" A Painting a Day Luminous Hudson River School Landscapes and Seascapes California Art by Connie Tom

There is something so mezmerizing to sit, watch and listen to the ocean... The endless tide coming in and then going back out. The sound of the crashing of the waves. The thousands of glints of light reflecting off of the ocean's waves. The light of a beautiful sunset filtering through the misty atmosphere creates such a captivating mood and atmosphere, such a beauty... Sooooo romantic..... Enjoy!

""For as the rain cometh down, and the snow from heaven, and returneth not thither, but watereth the earth, and maketh it bud, that it may give seed to the sower, and bread to the eater: So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper in the thing whereto I sent it." ~ Isaiah 55:10-11.

"Monterey Cypress" ~ 36"x24" A Painting a Day Hudson River School Landscapes California Art by Connie Tom

"Monterey Cypress" was a fun to do. The ocean holds such an awesome, mezmerizing amazement for me. There's something about large panaramic views of the ocean that reminds me that some of the vast regions of the earth are yet unexplored by man and makes me appreciate the wonder and beauty of this created design... which always brings you back to the Creator. I hope you enjoy this one as much as I enjoyed painting it! ~ Connie
"Oh that men would praise the LORD for His goodness, and for His wonderful works to the children of men." Psalm 107:15.

"Captured by the Light III" ~ A Painting a Day Hudson River School Luminous Landscapes Paintings by Connie Tom

I absolutely love the luminosity of Light! When you think of "light", it's something light and airy, not heavy and burdensome. I think of purity, holiness, and rightousness, cleanliness, godliness, not dark, dreary, tainted, down and dirty, and filthy. Jesus Christ said, "I am the Light of the world". "He who cometh to Me, I will in no wise cast out." "Come unto Me, ye that are heavy laden and I will give you rest unto your souls". I guess that's why I am soooo drawn to the light and thus want to paint it. I am fascinated and mezmerized by it. It cheers me up and makes me joyful. It reminds me of all the things I have to be grateful for. Just as I am, this lone boater seems to be "Captured by the Light". ~ Enjoy!


"The mighty God, even the LORD, hath spoken, and called the earth from the rising of the sun unto the going down thereof." ~ Psalm 50:1.

"Colorado Rockies Wildflowers III" ~ 22"x28" A Painting a Day Hudson River School Colorado Landscapes Paintings by Connie Tom

I love the mountains and I love wildflowers and evergreens in the Rocky Mountains. I hope you enjoy this painting as much as I enjoyed painting it! ~ Connie

"I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the Lord, which made heaven and earth." ~ Psalms 121:1-2

"Forest Floor" ~ 16"x20" A Painting a Day Hudson River School Landscapes Oil Paintings by Connie Tom

Trees fascinate me! And forests.... how the light filters through the leaves and highlights some and leaves some in the shade. Then the light changes, and you have a whole new painting. I hope you enjoy this one! ~ Connie

"Bless the Lord, O my soul, O Lord my God, Thou art very great; Thou art clothed with honour and majesty. Who coverest Thyself with light as with a garment: Who stretchest out the heavens like a curtain: Who layeth the beams of His chambers in the waters: Who maketh the clouds His chariot: Who walketh upon the wings of the wind: Who maketh His angels spirits; His ministers a flaming fire." ~ Psalm 104:1-4.

"Aspens Aglow" ~ 24"w x 36"h A Painting a Day Hudson River School Autumn Tree Aspen Landscapes Paintings by Connie Tom

With all my heart, I hope my paintings evoke feelings of all that "good" is. I guess you could say the characteristics and nature of God. Feelings of love, peace and joy... feelings of happiness and cheerfulness and laughter even. Feelings of confidence, faith, stability and security. I hope you enjoy this as much as I enjoyed painting it. Connie

"Oh that men would praise the LORD for His goodness, and for His wonderful works to the children of men!" ~ Psalm 107:8.

"The Picket Fence" ~ Hudson River School A Painting a Day Landscapes by Connie Tom

I hope this painting will remind you of leisurely strolls on past beautiful fall days with someone you love. Enjoy! ~ Connie

"And the LORD answered me, and said, Write the vision, and make it plain upon tables, that he may run that readeth it. For the vision is yet for an appointed time, but at the end it shall speak, and not lie: though it tarry, wait for it; because it will surely come, it will not tarry. Behold, his soul which is lifted up is not upright in him: but the just shall live by his faith." ~ Habakkuk 2:2-4.

"Fishing in the Moment" 24" x 36" Hudson River School Daily Painters by Connie Tom

These two lucky fishermen have escaped the busy-ness of life, not only to fish if they please, but to experience the elements of life and nature. They are out on the lake during a beautiful sunset. I wanted to catch this moment in time when the clouds start rolling in and the light from the sunset filters through the atmosphere in the heavens above creating a myriad of cloud colors and quite a light show. When the clouds start moving in fast, you don't know what's going to happen. There's a feeling of vulnerability and also an element of anticipation. In awe of this breathtaking beauty, these fishermen are happily... "enjoying the moment." ~ Connie

"So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God." ~ Romans 10:17

"Breakthrough!" ~ 30"x 24" A Painting a Day Hudson River School landscapes by Connie Tom

This is another intense study of one of Hudson River School master Albert Bierstadt that I did. He and Frederick E. Church were two of my favorites. They were masters at trying to capture the sublime. Enjoy!

"Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised; and his greatness is unsearchable. One generation shall praise thy works to another, and shall declare thy mighty acts. I will speak of the glorious honour of thy majesty, and of thy wondrous works." ~ Psalms 145:3-5

"Corner of the Garden" ~ 16"x20" A Painting a Day Hudson River School Garden Flower Landscapes by Connie Tom

Sometimes you find a place that is so lovely, you enjoy going there for some time just to be alone and enjoy nature. Where no demands are being made on you, there's no schedule to have to adhere to, no loud noises, no crowds... just the gorgeous serenity and beauty of nature. Enjoy!

"In quietness and confidence shall be your strength." ~ Isaiah 30:15.

"Sailboats in the Sunset II" ~ 12"x24" A Painting a Day Hudson River School Landscapes Paintings by Connie Tom

This is the second in a series of paintings entitled the "Sailboats in the Sunset Series". This work pictures a beautiful sunset that is also reflected in the ocean. There are sailboats along the horizon and breakers are making their way to the shore. Sunsets and sunrises are my favorite time of day to paint because that's when you can see the most dramatic lighting. Enjoy!

"Then spake Jesus unto them saying, "I am the Light of the world; he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life." ~ John 8:12

"Study of a Rim Sitter" ~ 16"x12" A Painting a Day Hudson River School Mountain Landscapes by Connie Tom

Rim sitting has been popular throughout the ages for contemplative purposes. To have time to oneself to sit on the world's most elevated places helps to clear the mind and make problems seem to diminish in the view of such vast and timeless beauty. I hope you enjoy this painting as much as I enjoyed painting it. ~ Connie

"The LORD hath prepared his throne in the heavens; and his kingdom ruleth over all. Bless the LORD, ye his angels, that excel in strength, that do his commandments, hearkening unto the voice of his word. Bless ye the LORD all ye his hosts; ye ministers of his, that do his pleasure. Bless the LORD all his works in all places of his dominion: bless the LORD, O my soul. ~ Psalm 103:19-22.

"Majesty" ~ 24"x30" A Painting a Day Western Landscapes Hudson River School Arizona Art by Connie Tom

"Majesty" depicts the wide open spaces of the West. This was a tedious painting with much detail, but I was pleased with the finished painting. I hope you enjoy this painting as much as I enjoyed painting it. ~ Connie

"For this cause I bow my knees unto the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, Of whom the whole family in heaven and earth is named, That he would grant you according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner man. That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith." ~ Ephesians 3:14-17.

"Ocean Waves" ~ 24"x36" Hudson River School A Painting a Day California Landscapes by Connie Tom

I love the look and the feel of the sunset on the ocean. The ocean itself is mezmerizing to me with the fascinating waves endlessly coming in and going back out. But when the sunset is upon it, the play of light is just Wonderful!!! You've got the light filtering through the mist and fog, and zillions of little highlights, causing prismatic colors to be realized. It makes me remember how Great is the God who created it and, as the Bible says, holds all the oceans of the world in the palm of His hand. I myself have never known a love so absolutely Pure and Wonderful and True as the Love of God. ~ Enjoy!

"For as the rain cometh down, and the snow from heaven, and returneth not thither, but watereth the earth, and maketh it bud, that it may give seed to the sower, and bread to the eater: So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper in the thing whereto I sent it." ~ Isaiah 55:10-11.

"Shenandoah Valley Sunrise" ~ 16” x 20” A Painting a Day Hudson River School Landscapes by Connie Tom

The morning fog still hovers over the earth and the sun is beginning to rise unto a brand new day. Autumn has started coloring her beautiful hues in the leaves of the trees here in Shenandoah Valley. Enjoy!

"And David spake unto the LORD the words of this song in the day that the LORD had delivered him out of the hand of all his enemies, and out of the hand of Saul; And he said, The LORD is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer; The God of my rock; in Him will I trust: He is my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my high tower, and my refuge, my saviour; Thou savest me from violence. I will call on the LORD, who is worthy to be praised: so shall I be saved from mine enemies." ~ 2 Samuel 22:1-4.

"Old Man and the Beagle Pups" ~ 24" x 30" A Painting a Day Hudson River School Landscapes by Connie Tom

Several years ago, I had the privilege of riding with some friends to visit their friend... the one in the painting.He was 91 years of age and full of wit and wisdom. I tell a funny story about him on my website. He must have loved his wife, he spoke of her often even though she had passed away five years prior. Now these beagle hounds filled the gap. Even though the pups he tenderly holds are yapping, clamoring for attention, he is still the main attraction. There was such a kindness about him. He's passed on now, but memory of him still remains. Enjoy!

"A righteous man regardeth the life of his beast; but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel." ~ Proverbs 12:10

"Fall Oaks in Yosemite" ~ 40"x30" A Painting a Day Hudson River School Landscapes by Connie Tom

This work pictures the autumn oaks in El Capitan Meadow, located in Yosemite Valley National Park. The sun is shining brightly showing off the beautiful myriad of colors of autumn. Enjoy!

"Strengthened with all might, according to his glorious power, unto all patience and longsuffering with joyfulness; Giving thanks unto the Father, which hath made us meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the saints in light;" ~ Colossians 1:11-12.

"Fishing in the Hudson River" ~ 20" x 16" A Painting a Day Hudson River School New York Landscapes by Connie Tom

I was debating on whether to call this one 'Fishing Buddies' or not but chose the this title. I hope you enjoy this painting as much as I enjoyed painting it! Connie

"Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee." ~ Isaiah 26:3.

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"Along a Country Road" ~ 16" x 20" A Painting a Day Hudson River School Autumn Tree Landscapes by Connie Tom

As I was painting this, I was reminded me of leisurely walks along country roads in early spring and early autumn. I hope you enjoy this painting as much as I enjoyed painting it! ~ Connie

"For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." ~ John 3:16.

"Fishing at First Light II" ~ A Painting a Day Hudson River School Fishing Boats Sunsets Landscapes by Connie Tom

I love to paint beautiful sunsets and sunrises and people out in nature having fun. This work pictures a panaramic view of two lucky fishermen up at the crack of dawn out in their boat on the lake ready to get their first catch of the day. Sunsets and sunrises often sets the mood and atmosphere of the terrain. Today this dramatic morning light only heightens the thrill, freedom and exhilaration of the beginning of their day. ~ Enjoy!
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"O God, be not far from me: O my God, make haste for my help. Let them be confounded and consumed that are adversaries to my soul; let them be covered with reproach and dishonour that seek my hurt. But I will hope continually, and will yet praise thee more and more. My mouth shall shew forth thy righteousness and thy salvation all the day; for I know not the numbers thereof. I will go in the strength of the Lord GOD: I will make mention of thy righteousness, even of thine only." ~ Psalms 71:12-16.