"Peace Like a River" ~ Original Oil Painting by Connie Tom Hudson River School

"Peace Like a River" ~ Original Oil Painting by Connie Tom Hudson River School ~ Available for Purchase!

Like so many of my paintings, this one reminded me of a song in which the lyrics were "When peace like a river flows into my soul". This original oil painting pictures a sunset over the Llano River located in Texas adorned in autumn colors. This work evokes feelings of peace, rest and tranquility and is painted on a 24"h x 36"w stretched canvas and is available for purchase. 

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For more information on this work or to purchase this and other works, please visit my website at www.connietom.com.

"Sundown on the Rio Grande" Autumn landscapes Hudson River School by Connie Tom

"Sundown on the Rio Grande" Autumn landscapes Hudson River School by Connie Tom

"SUNDOWN ON THE RIO GRANDE" is a work of color and light, mood and atmosphere. This work pictures a view of the Rio Grande River at sundown. The colors are very romantic...reminding us of those skies where the cowboy rides off into the sunset. This clouds and sky are vibrant with colors and compliments the western flair. The sun and sky colors are softly reflected on the water.


COLORS

The music of the eyes

In his journals, Delacroix said that colors are "the music of the eyes," that they "combine like sounds" that create harmonies rivaling those produced by the great composers with great orchestras. In fact, he says: "Certain color harmonies produce sensations that even music cannot achieve." This artist tries hard to produce color harmonies that create positive and uplifting sensations.

You can see more of this artist's work at www.connietom.com.

"The Firmament" ~ 28"x22" A Painting a Day Hudson River School Landscapes by Connie Tom

"The Firmament" ~ 28"h x 22"w Original Oil Painting by Connie Tom

Sometimes when I just want to get away from the busy-ness of life, I try to imagine myself somewhere far away from cities and crowded places. Somewhere where I can enjoy the quietness, sometimes in the mountains with water and fresh country air where nature is undisturbed. Waterfalls are mezmerizing to me. To feel the cool mist upon your skin.... Hear the rippling of the water and splash of the waterfall? Now that's living! I hope you enjoy this as much as I enjoyed painting it. ~ Connie

"The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handwork." ~ Psalm 19:1.

"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.

"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.

"A Place of Refuge" ~ A Painting a Day Chisholm Trail Art Autumn Tree Landscapes by Connie Tom

"A Place of Refuge" was a delight to do. I seemed to have retreated into my own private little sanctuary and found comfort and peace and delight in the beauty and freedom in nature. ~ Enjoy!

"If we receive the witness of men, the witness of God is greater: for this is the witness of God which he hath testified of his Son. He that believeth on the Son of God hath the witness in himself: he that believeth not God hath made him a liar; because he believeth not the record that God gave of his Son. And this is the record, that God hath given to us eternal life, and this life is in his Son." ~ 1 John 5:9-11

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

"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.

"Reflections of Autumn II" ~ 20" x 16" A Painting a Day Hudson River School Landscape Paintings by Connie Tom

"Reflections of Autumn II" is an oil painting I did being inspired from the wonderful work of Elliot Porter. It pictures brilliant autumn colors reflected from the trees into a lively stream of water. I hope you enjoy this painting as much as I enjoyed painting it.

"Offer unto God thanksgiving and pay thy vows unto the most High: And call upon me in the day of trouble: I will deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify me."
"Whoso offereth praise glorifieth me: and to him that ordereth his conversation aright will I shew the salvation of God." ~ Psalm 50:14-15,23.

"Autumn at the Mill" ~ 30"x24" A Painting a Day Hudson River School Autumn Tree Landscape Paintings by Connie Tom

I love autumn! It is my favorite season of the year with all the abundance of bright, cheerful colors. This work pictures a quaint old water mill amidst the beautiful mature autumn colored trees.~ Enjoy!

"Offer unto God thanksgiving; and pay thy vows unto the most High: And call upon me in the day of trouble: I will deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify me." ~ Psalm 50:14-15.

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"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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"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.

"A Gentle Splendor" ~ 20"h x 30"w ~ A Painting A Day Hudson River School Landscapes by Connie Tom

I love large panaramic views of wide open spaces, and especially during a beautiful sunset. That makes it that much more mezmerizing to me! I tried to create a sense of distance by using contrasts in color and light. I hope you enjoy this painting as much as I enjoyed painting it! ~Connie

"Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature; old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new." ~ I Corinthinthians 5:17.

"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.

"Woodland Stream Waterfall" ~ 20" x 24" A Painting a Day Hudson River School Landscapes by Connie Tom

There is something so peaceful to watch... and listen to the gurgling waters of a lively stream flowing through the woodland area, especially when there is a small waterfalls on it's course. It's extra special when the beautifully colored autumn foliage grace the trees. I hope you enjoy this painting as much as I enjoyed painting it! ~ Connie

"The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring for ever: the judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether. More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb. Moreover by them is thy servant warned: and in keeping of them there is great reward." ` Psalm 19:9-11.

"River Crossing" ~ 16"x20" ~ A Painting A Day Hudson River School Landscapes by Connie Tom

This was another intense study I did of another Hudson River School master, J.W. Embury. This is a 16" x 20" oil painting on stretched canvas. I put much detailed brushwork in the grasses and foliage in the foreground and road, while leaving everything in the middle and background very foggy. Enjoy! ~Connie

"But what saith it? The word is nigh thee, even in thy mouth, and in thy heart: that is, the word of faith, which we preach; That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. For the scripture saith, Whosoever believeth on Him shall not be ashamed." ~ Romans 10:8-11.

"Wilderness Twilight" ~ 30"w x 24"h A Painting a Day Daily Luminous Landscape Paintings by Connie Tom

There is something so wonderful about the wilderness. I love the solitude and nature in the wild. Especially when there is a dramatic sunset or sunrise lighting that's also reflected in the water. And red is such a cheerful and exciting color. This one was like a fireworks explosion on the fourth of July. ~ Enjoy!

"Whoso offereth praise glorifieth me: and to him that ordereth his conversation aright will I shew the salvation of God." ~ Psalm 50:23.

"A Place of Refuge II" ~ 30" x 24" A Painting A Day Hudson River School Landscapes by Connie Tom

"A Place of Refuge II" is the second in a series of paintings that I am doing entitled "Places of Refuge Series". This work pictures a view of Bennett Springs, near Lebanon, Missouri. This is just one of the many beautiful retreats that we have here in the Ozarks. ~Enjoy!

"Now therefore thus saith the LORD of hosts; Consider your ways. Ye have sown much, and bring in little; ye eat, but ye have not enough; ye drink, but ye are not filled with drink; ye clothe you, but there is none warm; and he that earneth wages earneth wages to put it into a bag with holes. Thus saith the LORD of hosts; Consider your ways." ~ Haggai 1:5-7.

"Creek Retreat VII" ~ 20" x 16" A Painting a Day Hudson River School Autumn Landscapes by Connie Tom

"Creek Retreat VII" is the seventh in a series of paintings I have done entitled the Creek Retreat series. Why... I don't know, but I love the country with it's sweet, fresh air, peace and solitude and such untapped beauty of nature in the wild. ~Enjoy!

"Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also." ~ John 14:1-3

"Fishing Delight!" ~ 4/2/09 ~ A Painting A Day Hudson River School Landscapes Oil Paintings by Connie Tom

"Fishing Delight!" was definitely a delight to paint. This lucky angler has waded out in a shallow stream to enjoy the day and do what he loves to do best...fish! The sun is bright and reflecting off the water and the colorful rocks in the river bed. I hope you enjoy this painting as much as I enjoyed painting it. ~Connie

"The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD: and he delighteth in his ways. Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down: for the LORD upholdeth him with His hand. I have been young, and now am old; yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken nor his seed begging bread. He is ever merciful, and lendeth; and his seed is blessed. Depart from evil, and do good: and dwell for evermore." ~ Psalm 37:23-27.