"Shhh...I Can Hear the Country Calling" ~ A Painting a Day Hudson River School Sunset Landscapes by Connie Tom

This scene makes me think of the awakening of a brand new day. The country holds a very special place for me. I grew up in the country. I love the fresh country air, the simplicity and goodness of the land, the solitude and the wide open spaces. The flock of geese overhead represents a sense of freedom and ability to be and do what we are supposed to do and be. After all... God wouldn't have given birds the desire to fly south if He wasn't going to also give them the ability to do so. Enjoy!

"Thy Word is a Lamp unto my feet, and a Light unto my path." Psalms 119:105

"Reflections of Spring" ~ 16"h x 20"w Hudson River School A Painting a Day Landscapes by Connie Tom

This is the first in a series of paintings on Spring. I have done so many on Autumn, I thought it was time to reflect the beauties of Spring with it's emerging color and new life. I hope you enjoy this painting as much as I enjoyed painting it! Connie

"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.

"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.

"Autumn's Welcoming III" ~ 30"w x 24"h A Painting a Day Hudson River School landscapes by Connie Tom

Autumn is my favorite season of the year. Imagine yourself within this scene...you would sense the quietness, solitude and safety around you, hearing only the sounds of the woodland animals and birds singing, bask the welcoming warmth of the sunshine shining upon you. Listen to the rustle of the leaves as a slight breeze romances it's way through the trees, and enjoy the beauty of nature. Enjoy!

"And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen." ~ Matthew: 28:18-20

"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.

"Rainbow Trout in Red" ~ 54"hx 42"w Hudson River School A Painting a Day Landscapes by Connie Tom

This is a commission painting I did for the lobby over the fireplace of a fishing retreat beautiful log facility. The owner wanted the atmospheric conditions to reflect red in the air and water. I wanted "some" background elements to show up. The trick was to keep them pretty obscure so as to leave the rainbow trout the main attraction. 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.

"A Romantic Memory II" ~ 28" x 22" A Painting a Day Hudson River School Landscapes by Connie Tom

One more commission done! I love scenes (and movies) of old times. Times of yesteryear... that depicts a joyful and romantic memory. Of course, I love light and like how it is reflected from all the city lights onto the wet pavement. I guess the customer must have liked it too. Thank you, LORD! ~ Enjoy!
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"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 10:9-11.

"Lanterns of Gold V" ~ 24" x 20" A Painting a Day Hudson River School Autumn Tree Landscape Paintings by Connie Tom

It's exhilarating to me to walk through the woods after it rains or when the morning dew is still wet upon the leaves. As the sun begins to shine, the sunlight reflects from off the leaves and glistens like "Lanterns of Gold". This is the fifth painting I have done a series of autumn tree paintings called "Lanterns of Gold". ~ Enjoy!

"Ye that love the LORD, hate evil: he preserveth the souls of his saints; he delivereth them out of the hand of the wicked. Light is sown for the righteous, and gladness for the upright in heart. Rejoice in the LORD, ye righteous: and give thanks at the remembrance of his holiness." ~ Psalm 97:10-12.

"Autumn's Glories" ~ 24"h x 30"w A Painting a Day Hudson River School Luminous Autumn Tree Landscape Paintings by Connie Tom

"Autumn's Glories"
Autumn is such a beautiful, cheerful time of the year. People are settling in for the the winter and making preparations for the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. As with the festive colors outside, we tend to want to bring some of that excitement and festive color inside our homes. ~ Enjoy!

"He that is faithful in that which is least is faithful also in much: and he that is unjust in the least is unjust also in much. If therefore ye have not been faithful in the unrighteous mammon, who will commit to your trust the true riches?" ~ Luke 16:10-11.

"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.

"Mountain Wildflowers" ~ 24"x20" A Painting a Day Hudson River School Landscapes by Connie Tom

There is something intriguing to me of painting mountains and wildflowers. I think it's the contrast of such strength and ruggedness of the huge mountains dwelling with such beauty and delicacy of the delicate wildflowers. I hope you enjoy this as much as I enjoyed painting it. ~ Connie

"A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance." ~ Proverbs 15:13.

"Colorado Rockies Wildflowers" ~ 7"x5" mini A Painting a Day Hudson River School Flower Landscapes by Connie Tom

These are lovely mountain wildflowers that have grown under the birches and pines in the rugged Colorado Mountains. They are full of joyous and vibrant colors. I hope you enjoy this painting as much as I enjoyed painting it. ~ Connie

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

"Grace" ~ 24"x30" A Painting a Day Hudson River School Autumn Tree Landscapes by Connie Tom

I love peaceful settings. It seems to bring peace to my soul and spirit... my inner most being. Grace is not something you earn. Wages we earn by our hard work and we are therefore justly rewarded. Grace is that "unmerited favor from God" many times coming in unexpected ways. Look for it today. It is a gift.... it is a blessing!

"Grace be to you, and peace from God our Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ.." ~ Ephesians 1:2-3

"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.

"Rocky Mountain Longhorn Sheep" ~ 16"x20" A Painting a Day Hudson River School Western Rocky Mountain Wildlife Landscapes by Connie Tom

This is an original oil painting picturing the first three sheep to come up over the hill in the rugged terrain of the Rocky Mountain Range area. It's an early winter's morning. There's a morning fog hovering over the ground and there is still some patches of ice and snow on the ground and trees. ~ Enjoy!

"If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land." ~ II Chronicles 7:14.

"Moonlight at the Waterfall" ~ A Painting A Day Hudson River School Autumn Landscapes by Connie Tom

"Moonlight at the Waterfall" was a challenge to do. To get the reflection of the moonlight reflecting through the water. Enjoy! ~Connie

"They profess that they know God; but in works they deny Him, being abominable, and disobedient, and unto every good work reprobate." ~ Titus 1:16.

"Old Oak Tree on a High Hill" ~ A Painting a Day Hudson River School Autumn Landscape Paintings by Connie Tom

I love autumn and I love old oak trees! This old oak stood like a sentinel guarding all the other trees further down in the valley. Enjoy!

"Though I speak with tongues of men and of angels and have not charity (love), I am become as sounding brass, or a tinkling cymbal." ~ 1 Corinthians 13:1.

"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.
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"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.

"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

"Redhead" ~ 8"x 10" A Painting A Day Hudson River School Rooster landscapes by Connie Tom

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"Redhead" was very different for me to paint, but it was fun. This little hen has been scratching for food on straw strewn ground, when something has got her attention. The lively brushwork in the background is expressive of her highly excitable character after being disturbed. This would be perfect for someone who collects chickens. I hope you enjoy this one as much as I enjoyed painting it! ~Connie
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"Being enriched in every thing to all bountifulness which causeth through us thanksgiving to God." ~ 2 Corinthians 9:11.