Becoming Barbara Bevan

Upon her retirement from teaching in 2000, Barbara Bevan told her students,"Don't ever lose your dreams; you'll get there." The time of her life depicted in this portrait came many years earlier when Barbara was on the verge of a big change. It was 1978, and at 37 years old she was the divorced mother of two young boys. By this time she had met a new man and was engaged to be married for the second time. It was late afternoon in Florida, she and her fiance were on their way to meet his parents for the first time. En route he stopped her to pose in front of a hibiscus tree. The light, and Barbara, to beautiful to pass up.

Becoming Barbara Bevan
Watercolor
16"x20"

Commissioned / NFS

A few weeks ago, I was interviewed by Smithsonian Magazine for an article about the Provincetown Dune Shacks. You can read the article here. I was happy to contribute a quote about one of my favorite places in the world.

Mason Jar Dahlias

Mason Jar Dahlias
Watercolor
15"x19"

Original and Limited Prints available
Price upon request

Feeling the Heat / Herring Cove Bathhouse

Feeling the Heat / Herring Cove Bath House
Watercolor
12"x16"

Purchase and inquiries can be made through Lyman-Eyer Gallery, Provincetown, MA

A note on this painting:

The Herring Cove Beach bathhouse depicted in this painting doesn't have long for this world. Plans for a new facility have been designed and approved and construction is set to begin this fall. I find myself frequently drawn to mid-century architecture and in particular, beach architecture. In 2004, I painted the bathhouse at Horseneck Beach in Westport, MA, shortly before that too was torn down in favor of a newer, more efficient facility. I am happy to document and provide record of the existence of these structures. They are memorable for their design, indicative of a very different time than the one we live in today, but also for the stark contrast in scenery they provide, their man-made geometry bold against the minimal ocean backdrop.

Looking Forward

Looking Forward
Watercolor
12"x16"

For purchase and inquiries please contact Lyman-Eyer Gallery, Provincetown, MA

Salmagundi Junior & Scholarship Members Show

If you're in the NY area I invite you to check out the four pieces I have showing at the historic Salmagundi Art Club on 5th Avenue. The show is up until January 20th and open to the public.

Salmagundi Club
47 5th Avenue
Gallery Hours

Baseball Commission

Baseball Study 4"x 4"
Watercolor

Commissions make up a significant portion of my studio time. I'm happy to take on these jobs as they often require me to consider subject matter I might not otherwise. If you have an idea or a question about a piece you'd like commissioned, please contact me through email: Michael@MichaelLyonsStudio.com or by phone: (201) 213 2291.