"O Give Me a Home, Where the Buffalo Roam" ~ 36" x 48" Original Oil Painting by Connie Tom Western Wildlife Landscape

"Where the Buffalo Roam" 36"h x 48"w Original Oil Painting by Connie Tom Available for Purchase!

A storm had just ended and the sun came out. With so much moisture in the air, the colors in the sky and clouds were just beautiful. You could see miles and miles of land. These buffalo were meandering... grazing their way across the land.

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

"Blessed by the Lord, because he hath heard the voice of my supplications. The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in him, and I am helped; therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth; and with my song will I praise him." ~ Psalm 28: 6-7.

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.

"Early Morning River Mist" 24"h x 36"w Original Oil Painting by Connie Tom Hudson River School Daily Painters Morning River Sunrise landscape

"Early Morning River Mist" 24"h x 36"w Original Oil Painting by Connie Tom ~ Sold!

It's morning and the sun has risen on this rippling river. The early morning mist still hovers above the land. I love the dance of light on the rippling water. I love bodies of water period. They are just so relaxing? fascinating? mesmerizing? Each one seems to evoke different feelings and of course, sunrises and sunsets have the most dramatic and beautiful colors which creates mood and atmosphere. There's also something about a sunrise that's uplifting. It sets forth a fresh new day!

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



"The entrance of thy words giveth light." ~ Psalm 119:130.

"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.

"Autumn's Hidden Sanctuary II" ~ 40"x30" Hudson River School A Painting a Day Autumn Landscapes by Connie Tom

I love the autumn woods with all it's brilliant, bright and beautiful colors. I love the colors of autumn, because it seems to have the colors of the other three seasons as well as the many colors unique to it's own season. ~ Enjoy!

"Rest in the LORD, and wait patiently for Him: fret not thyself because of him who prospereth in his way, because of the man who bringeth wicked devices to pass. Cease from anger, and forsake wrath: fret not thyself in anywise to do evil. For evildoers shall be cut off: but those that wait upon the LORD, they shall inherit the earth." ~ Psalm 37:7-9.
"The wicked plotteth against the just; and gnasheth upon him with his teeth. The LORD shall laugh at him: for He seeth that his day is coming. The wicked have drawn out the sword, and have bent their bow, to cast down the poor and needy, and to slay such as be of upright conversation. Their sword shall enter into their own heart, and their bows shall be broken." ~ Psalm 37:12-15.

"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

"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.

"Autumn Twilight on the Hudson River" ~ 36" x 24" A Painting a Day Hudson River School Garden New York Landscapes by Connie Tom

This was another intense study I did of one of Hudson River School Master painters, Jasper Cropsey. I loved the color, light, mood and atmosphere as well as detail in the trees, leaves and grasses. I hope you enjoy this painting as much as I enjoyed painting it! ~ Connie

"But as it is written, Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him." ~ I Corinthians 2:9.

"Lantern's of Gold III" ~ 30"w x 24"h Hudson River School A Painting a Day Autumn Tree Landscapes by Connie Tom

I've been trying to keep within the season in my posting, especially before Thanksgiving. So here's another one with autumn colors. To me they speak of harvest and bountifulness, of the Pilgrims, of Indian corn and the first Thanksgiving. ~ Enjoy!

"But he that is greatest among you shall be your servant. And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted." ~ Matthew 23:11-12.

"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

"Fall Oaks in El Capitan Meadow" ~ 30"x20" A Painting a Day Hudson River School Landscapes California Paintings by Connie Tom

This work pictures the fall oaks in autumn at El Capitan Meadow, Yosemite National Park located in California. This painting is sold last year in 2008 at the 13th Annual Richard Schmid Fine Art Auction located in Bellvue, Colorado.
Prints of this painting are now available in several sizes and options for ordering: Canvas or paper, Rolled in a tube or gallery wrapped, frames in several styles...All options are calculated for you. Click here!

"Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you: For every one that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened." ~ Matthew 7:7-8.

"Shimmering Gold" ~ 30"h x 24"w A Painting A Day Hudson River School Colorado Landscapes by Connie Tom

The shimmering gold of the aspens is a beautiful contrast to the deep bluish purple of the mountains. According to Indian legend, the aspens quiver eternally because they once failed to do so before the Great Spirit. Enjoy!

"Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, except it abide in the vine; no more can ye, except ye abide in me. I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing." ~ John 15:4-5.

"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.

"Autumn River Fog III" 22" x 28" A Painting a Day Hudson River School by Connie Tom

This work pictures a lake scene in autumn at sunset. There's an early evening fog hovering over the water and through the trees. This painting evokes feelings of peace, love, joy, and contentment. ~ Enjoy!

Prints and Greeting Cards of this painting are now available in several sizes and options for ordering: Canvas or paper, Rolled in a tube or gallery wrapped, frames in several styles...All options are calculated for you. Click here!


"In the fear of the Lord is strong confidence; and His children shall have a place of refuge." ~ Proverbs 14:26.

"The Secret Garden" ~ 24" x 24" A Painting A Day Hudson River School Spring Landscapes by Connie Tom

It's an early Spring morning and a beautiful time for a stroll. I love the first of the day. The air seems much crisper and fresher. The dew is still on the flowers and it's a wonderful time to start your day. ~ Enjoy!

"That your faith should not stand in the wisdom of men, but in the power of God. Howbeit we speak wisdom among them that are perfect; yet not the wisdom of this world, nor of the princes of this world, that come to nought: But we speak the wisdom of God in a mystery, even the hidden wisdom, which God ordained before the world unto our glory: Which none of the princes of this world knew: for had they known it, they would not have crucified the Lord of glory." ~ I Corinthians 2:5-8.