Morning on the Land of the Lakes

"Morning on the Land of the Lakes" 24"h x 36"w Original Oil Painting by Connie Tom ~ Sold!

It's no secret that I love to paint sunrises and sunsets, because that's the time of day with the most beautifully dramatic colors. And at the lake, all those gorgeous sky colors are reflected in the water beneath which to me is just stunning. It's like a jolt to my senses. I find it absolutely captivating. I hope you will too!

You can see more of my work on my website at www.connietom.com .

"Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with thy might..." ~ Ecclesiastes 9:10.

"Fishing the Rapids" 30" h x 40"w Original oil painting by Connie Tom Hudson River School fishing landscape

"Fishing the Rapids" 30" h x 40"w Original oil painting ~ Available for Purchase!

This lucky fisherman feels so blessed when he is getting to do what he loves to do on his days away from work. The sounds of the rapids going by him seem to wash all his troubles away... at least for these happy moments. ~ Enjoy!

You can purchase this 30" x 40" original painting from my website at www.connietom.com.

"This is the day which the Lord hath made; let us rejoice and be glad in it." ~ Psalm 118:24.

"So Glad You Came" 20"hx24"w Original Oil Painting by Connie Tom Hudson River School Daily Painters Romantic landscape

"So Glad You Came..." 20"h x 24"w Original Oil Painting by Connie Tom

This lovely young lady has been waiting for someone down by the river on this early autumn morn. Clearly from her look to the right and the smile on her face, whoever it is she is greeting has come. I'll leave it to the viewer to decide... who it was that she is greeting. Was it a lover? a friend? a sister? You finish the story. I hope you enjoy this painting as much as I enjoyed painting it. ~ Connie Tom

This work is available for purchase on my website at www.connietom.com.

"A merry heart doeth good like a medicine..." ~ Proverbs 17:22.

"Table Rock Lake Sunset" 18"hx24"w Original Oil Painting by Connie Tom Hudson River School, Sunset Water

"Table Rock Lake Sunset" 18"h x 24"w  Framed

This is work by Connie Tom is Table Rock Lake Sunset located in Branson, Mo. There is something so peaceful about this lake setting with the beautiful sunset.

This work is available for purchase on my website at www.connietom.com .

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

"Fishing at First Light" ~ 24"h x 36"w ~ A Painting A Day Hudson River School Landscapes by Connie Tom

Again... another panaramic views of wide open spaces. With a beautiful sunset and at the lake. What a way to start a morning. I can only imagine the sounds those two fishermen are hearing right now. A gentle rippling of the water. A fish break the water now and then. The woodland areas coming alive with the morning. Birds, frogs... a gentle breeze in the trees. Watching the sun through the morning fog still hazing across the water. I love to wach the effects of light in atmospheric conditions. Mercy!!! ~Connie

"He that walketh in his uprightness feareth the Lord: but he that is perverse in his ways despiseth Him."
"In the fear of the Lord is strong confidence: and his children shall have a place of refuge. The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death" ~ Proverbs 14:2,26-27.

Spring Has Sprung! A Painting a Day by Connie Tom Hudson River School Landscape

Spring has definitely sprung! So many changes in the air, in the colors, the smells and temperature and landscape. It’s good to see “green” again and new life and the activity of gardeners planting fruits, vegetables and flowers. But these natural places are so intriguing with wildflowers springing up everywhere. I loved this scene with the fog and mist in the air, the flowers seemed brighter than usual. I hope you enjoy this painting.

You can see more of my work on my website at www.connietom.com .



"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

"Sunset Over Table Rock Lake, Branson, MO" ~ A Painting a Day Hudson River School Mountain Autumn Tree Landscape Paintings by Connie Tom

This was an intense study I did of one of my beloved Hudson River School artists, Albert Bierstadt. I love the mood in this scene. This work pictures a panaramic view of a beautiful sunset over Table Rock Lake located in Branson, MO. I love the contrast between the intense light and shadows and the gorgeous colors of the sunset are also reflected in the water.~ Enjoy!

"Praise ye the LORD. Praise ye the LORD from the heavens: praise him in the heights.
Praise ye him, all his angels: praise ye him, all his hosts. Praise ye him, sun and moon: praise him, all ye stars of light.
Praise him, ye heavens of heavens, and ye waters that be above the heavens.
Let them praise the name of the LORD: for he commanded, and they were created."
~ Psalm 148:1-5.

"Happiness in the Adirondacks" ~ 18" x 24" A Painting a Day Luminous Hudson River School Landscapes by Connie Tom

This is another intense study of one of the Hudson River School Master artists, Frederick Edwin Church. He and Albert Bierstadt are my two favorites. I love their lighting effects. This work pictures a panaramic view of a lake in the Adirondacks Mountains located in upstate New York. This boater is out for a wonderful time taking in the spectacular beauty of God's creation. Enjoy!

"Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart." ~ Psalm 37:4.

"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

"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 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.

"Geese in the Mist" ~ 24"x18" A Painting a Day Hudson River School Landscapes by Connie Tom

"Geese in the Mist" This work pictures a scene on the lake in the beginning of August. Autumn is beginning with subtle color changes. A morning mist hovering over the water and geese coming on ground. Enjoy!

"Ye yourselves are taught of God to love one another." ~ I Thessalonians 4:9
"...but thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself; I am the LORD." ~ Leviticus 19:18.

"Silvery Blue" ~ 20"x16" A Painting a Day Hudson River School Landscapes by Connie Tom

I thought these colorful autumn birches stood out in a pleasing manner to the eye in contrast against background of the silvery blue waters of this mountain lake in the Adirondack Mountains of upstate New York. Enjoy!

"For as the earth bringeth forth her bud, and as the garden causeth the things that are sown in it to spring forth: so the Lord God will cause righteousness and praise to spring forth before all the nations." ~ Isaiah 61:11.

"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

This work will be up for auction on Barry Chappell's Fine Art Showcase. Please watch this blog for exact dates and times.


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

"Sunrise of Gold" ~ 20" x 16" Hudson River School A Painting a Day Autumn landscapes by Connie Tom

I love sunrises and sunsets, because of the beautiful lighting that enhances the landscape with such drama. Enjoy!

"Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God, and keep His commandments: for this is the whole duty of man. For God shall bring every work into judgment, with every secret thing, whether it be good, or whether it be evil." ~ Ecclesiastes 12:13-14.

"Storm Clearing Over the Catskills" ~ A Painting a Day Hudson River School by Connie Tom

This was another intense study I did of Hudson River School master, Frederic Edwin Church's original. It is painted on a 24" x 36" gallery wrapped canvas. He, Albert Bierstadt, and Jasper Cropsey are my favorites of this first major art movement in America known as the Hudson River School, because of their dramatic lighting, mood and atmosphere. ~ Enjoy!

"...Shouldest thou help the ungodly, and love them that hate the Lord? therefore is wrath upon thee from before the Lord." ~ 2 Chronicles 19:2
"Believe in the Lord your God, so shall ye be established;believe his prophets, so shall ye prosper." 2 Chronicles 20:2

"Reflections of Spring III" ~ Up for bid! A Painting a Day Hudson River School Spring Sunsets Sunrises Water Landscapes by Connie Tom

I have done so many festive autumn scenes, so being this time of year, I wanted to "reflect upon Spring" if you will. There's something exciting.... anticipated about the coming of Spring after a long, cold winter. To see all the changes taking place, color changes, new life springing forth, the sun's rays bringing forth beautiful flowers and foliage and leaves on the trees, plus the warmer climate makes us want to get out of doors and enjoy the newness of nature and the wonderful fresh air. ~ Enjoy!

This painting and others of Connie Tom's is available and up for bid on Barry Chappell's Fine Art Showcase shown every Thursday and Saturday night, on Direct TV, Channel 223 starting at 5 PM PST. You can also watch the show online at FINE ART SHOWCASE.
"A brother offended is harder to be won than a strong city: and their contentions are like the bars of a castle. A man's belly shall be satisfied with the fruit of his mouth; and with the increase of his lips shall he be filled. Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof." ~ Proverbs 18:19-21.

"Graceful Discoveries!" ~ 16" x 12" ~ A Painting A Day Hudson River School Landscape Paintings by Connie Tom

"Graceful Discoveries" was a delight to do. This is the first in a brand new series entitled by the same name. I hope you enjoy this one as much as I enjoyed painting it! ~Connie

"For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: not of works, lest any man should boast. For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them." ~ Ephesians 2:8-10.

"Sunset at the Grand Tetons" ~ 36"x24" A Painting a Day Hudson River School Landscapes by Connie Tom

This work pictures an early evening sunset over the Grand Tetons Mountain Range, located in Wyoming. The highlights from the sun are glinting from the peaks of the mountains. The majestic mountains are doubly beautiful as they are reflecting in Jackson Lake. Enjoy!

"Who hath delivered us from the power of darkneww, and hath translated us into the kingdom of his dear Son; in Whom we have redemption through His blood, even the forgiveness of sins: " ~ Colossians 1:13-14.

"Home in Tuscany" ~ 16"x20" A Painting a Day Hudson River School Garden Flower Landscapes by Connie Tom

I can't imagine being surrounded with this much beauty, serenity, set on a hill so you can see miles of scenery and a view of the water from your house. The quietness, solitude, and peace.... now that's me! ~ Enjoy!

"One thing have I desired of the LORD, that will I seek after; that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the LORD, and to inquire in His temple. For in the time of trouble He shall hide me in His pavilion: in the secret of His tabernacle shall He hide me; He shall set me up upon a rock. And now shall mine head be lifted up above mine enemies round about me: therefore will I offer in His tabernacle sacrifices of joy; I will sing, yea, I will sing praises unto the LORD." ~ Psalm 27:4-6.