Studio Update

small detail of in-progress painting (still pretty rough)

I'm still working on the tree painting along with three other smaller works. My current studio listening includes:

A fantastic podcast live set by Deerhunter (free download)



Barn Owl's new album Ancestral Star



and the new album Lisbon by the Walkmen (easily one of the best albums of the year)

More Music

The most recent album by the Walkmen opens by saying, "It's back to the battle today" with a reluctant sigh. This is an album that is warm and glistening, earnest and tired, reflective and nostalgic - all without seeming like it is trying too hard. It grows with each listen in the same way a lot of albums by the National do. To me, this is a real strong contender the best album of the year. Highly recommended. Perfect for a overcast autumn day like today.