2024-03-29 13:55
GST Reflected LightOil on canvas24x24 inchesSOLDSeveral months ago I was waiting for a friend's train to arrive at NYC's Grand Central Terminal. Looking around I took several photos of the b… Read More
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2024-01-10 15:24
Paramount Reflections IOil on canvas36x30 inchesSoldThis reflection painting of the Paramount Building in Times Square is one of 3 paintings sold to a corporate collection in Manhattan… Read More
2023-12-29 18:39
I'm so happy that these paintings have all found new homes in 2023. Looking forward to seeing what comes off my easel in the New Year.Wishing you good health, happiness, prosperit… Read More
2023-11-05 16:25
I am delighted to be exhibiting a selection of small paintings on Studio41's Back Wall Gallery during the month of November. In addition, I will showing newly created machine pieced and… Read More
2023-10-28 15:07
LIC Court Square Diner SitterOil on panel8x8 inchesA
new painting literally just off the easel. This diner is a longtime
mainstay in the neighborhood and I always enjoy meeting an artist f… Read More
2023-10-17 18:19
The Chelsea HotelOil on panel8x8 inches"I remember you well in the Chelsea Hotel..." Listening to the great Leonard Cohen song as I painted this small study of the iconic Chelsea Hotel… Read More
2023-09-13 20:25
Installation of Booth 14Superfine Art Fair, New York City, September 2023Finished installing Booth 14 at the Superfine Art Fair NYC today. Smack dab in the Flatiron district on 23rd St… Read More
2023-08-29 16:01
SB on 23rd StOil on canvasI will be exhibiting this and other paintings at the upcoming Superfine
Art Fair NYC 2023, September 14-17 at 29 West 23rd Street. This
painting of the former Ste… Read More
2023-08-07 15:38
Blue Empire ReflectionsOil on canvas24x24 inchesSpotted some wonderful reflections on Sixth Avenue of a very abstract Empire State Building. Had a really good time capturing on canvas all of… Read More
2023-06-26 15:03
2 Park Avenue South Reflections II Oil on canvas24x24 inchesLast year around this time I painted a small 6x6 inch study of this building and decided when it was completed that it deser… Read More
2023-05-19 14:48
The exhibition space at Vital Arts Studios in Sunnyside, Queens will be featuring my oil paintings of the city along with handmade Borough of Queens-themed pillows through June 10th. I'… Read More
2023-04-18 15:08
Chinatown IIIOil on panel12x12 inchesA colorful scene in New York's Chinatown caught my attention last Fall. Lanterns, flags, tenements and newer apartment buildings, fire escapes and a flyi… Read More
2023-03-13 20:27
Chinatown Balloons IIOil on panel12x12 inches Spent a delightful Fall 2022 afternoon wandering around Chinatown with two friends. The weather was perfect, great light and a terrific opp… Read More
2023-01-28 16:37
Wall StreetOil on canvas28x52 inchesSoldThis first painting, Wall Street, depicts a downtown scene featuring the Brooklyn Bridge and was commissioned by an art dealer for a client back in 19… Read More
2022-12-31 18:49
2022 was an artful year spent capturing the streetscapes, buildings, reflections and more of my hometown.I had hoped to finish one more painting before years end but tested positive for C… Read More
2022-12-23 16:17
Trailer Park on 23rdOil on panel8x8 inchesThis being a cold, rainy and wintry day I thought it would be nice to share a recent fun painting. An unlikely joint in Manhattan's Chelsea district… Read More
2022-12-01 17:33
LouLou on Eighth AvenueOil on panel8x8 inchesOn Eighth Avenue in Chelsea there is a corner restaurant festooned with multicolored blooms which change seasonally. This summer scene caught my… Read More
2022-11-02 15:42
LIC Court Square Station ReflectionsOil on canvas12x9 inches"LIC Court Square Station Reflections", 12x9 inches, oil on canvas. Just finished hanging 12 LIC-themed paintings on the walls o… Read More
2022-10-18 18:41
Queens Plaza Reflections IOil on canvas12x12 inchesThe bustling Queens Plaza traffic hub has seen a tremendous amount of development and construction over a number of years now with no end i… Read More
2022-09-28 15:30
Marvelous in Midtown10x10 inchesOil on panel I was walking along Sixth Avenue one day when I stopped dead in my tracks by this French bakery's storefront display. What caught my a… Read More
2022-09-16 16:04
New York Artists Equity Gallery, located on Broome Street on Manhattan's Lower East Side, has a new group exhibition on view through October 1st and my painting, GST Reflections III, oil on… Read More
2022-08-21 15:51
A few of my paintings are popping up all over town on some of the many NYLink kiosks through the #ArtOnLink program from August 15-28 and perhaps longer. A fellow artist captured this… Read More
2022-08-08 15:20
LIC-A Gantry SunsetOil on panel6x6 inchesStill documenting the LIC neighborhood where I've had my studio for many years. The Gantry is always an interesting subject that I've revisited… Read More
2022-08-03 14:15
2 Park Avenue ReflectionsOil on panel6x6 inchesThis new reflection painting study captures some of the Art Deco splendor and especially the unique and colorful architectural terracotta… Read More
2022-07-25 16:53
UWS Sunday AfternoonOil on panel6x6 inchesWhile waiting to meet friends for Sunday brunch I noticed this charming row of houses on the Upper West Side. Each of these buildings sat snug… Read More
2022-06-21 15:01
Lillie'sOil on panel8x8 inchesThis charming restaurant/pub in the Union Square district is dedicated to Lillie Langtry, a well-know Victorian singer/actress who led quite the colorful life… Read More
2022-06-02 13:56
New Penn Reflections II-ClockOil on panel6x6 inchesThis recently completed small study explores a section of the new Moynihan Train Station. Every train station needs a clock and this modern… Read More
2022-05-12 14:50
This May I celebrate 42 years since I found my studio in Long Island City. Back in 1980, LIC was a mainly industrial area in Queens with many factories and older low-rise homes. The East Riv… Read More
2022-04-27 14:06
A Downtown ViewOil on panel6x6 inchesMy friend Sandy was working a freelance job downtown awhile back in offices that had amazing views. She shared some photos she took with me and I was ent… Read More
2022-04-15 18:48
Blooming on Fifth IIOil on panel8x8 inchesSpring has sprung in New York City. A beautiful, sunny and mild April day in the Big Apple. Heavy winter coats have been left at home as peopl… Read More
2022-03-30 15:21
Blue Sky Chrysler8x8 inchesOil on panelA new small painting to share.I love looking at the Chrysler Building. The elegant soaring lines and distinct top never fail to bring a smile. Beautifu… Read More
2022-02-11 13:44
Remembering Tower RecordsOil on canvas9x12 inchesSOLDAround 4 years ago I received an email with an inquiry about the above painting - was it available and what was the price? I replied and… Read More
2022-01-25 16:40
Who's on FirstOil on panel8x8 inchesWalking around the East Village last summer after having dinner with friends a corner on First Avenue caught my eye. I have a real affection for this neig… Read More
2021-12-03 14:17
"One 57th Reflections"Oil on canvas24x24 inchesSOLDYesterday a locksmith came to the studio building to replace some locks. After he completed the work he came upstairs to receive paym… Read More
2021-10-19 15:30
2021 Fall Small Works SaleThree years ago this month I signed the papers that landed me a great and affordable apartment with marvelous north light. When NYC was locked down due to C… Read More
2021-10-04 14:40
SoHo ConstructionOil on panel6x6 inchesWhat does one see while walking around the city - construction workers of course! It doesn't matter what neighborhood you find yourself in, the city th… Read More
2021-09-17 16:44
LIC FirehouseOil on panel6x6 inchesAnother small fire house painting, this one in Long Island City located not far from my studio. I often hear the sirens ringing out as Engine 258, La… Read More
2021-09-10 17:40
Waiting for the Call-Engine 14Oil on panel6x6 inchesSo hard to believe that 20 years have passed since that beautiful, sunny day when unspeakable tragedy struck our nation and New York, my h… Read More
2021-09-05 14:48
"Reflections in the '30's III"Oil on canvas24x18 inchesYesterday a friend and I stopped in to see the 108th exhibition of the Allied Artists of America installed in the beautiful and regal S… Read More
2021-09-01 14:57
Central Park from AboveOil on panel6x6 inchesSeveral years ago a friend invited me to house-sit in her amazing high-rise apartment while she was on vacation, suggesting I would be able to ta… Read More
2021-08-26 13:47
Midtown AbstractOil on panel6x6 inchesWhile walking around midtown in the theater district, I looked up and noticed these interesting geometric abstractions reflected in a newly constructed… Read More
2021-08-15 13:36
View of the PlazaOil on panel6x6 inchesA small painting of the venerable Plaza Hotel in Manhattan surrounded by its towering neighbors along with the greenery of Central Park Read More
2021-08-03 16:13
Empire Fireworks 2021Oil on panel8x8 inchesThe fireworks display on July 4th in NYC this year were pretty spectacular. Although I didn't see the pyrotechnics on the East River up close, I ch… Read More
2021-07-13 14:28
Westside SunsetOil on panel8x8 inchesOne early evening I was waiting for friends outside a theater on the far West Side of Manhattan and happened to notice the orangey golden light bathing t… Read More
2021-06-29 14:55
Just Another Dog Day AfternoonOil on panel8x8 inchesWell, the heat wave has hit NYC with temps in the real feel area of over 100 degrees. Hazy, Hot and Humid, not my favorite weather combina… Read More
2021-06-11 17:47
Blooming on FifthOil on panel6x6 inchesWalking around the city this Spring I found myself noticing how many storefronts and restaurant outdoor seating areas had added the touch of beautiful… Read More
2021-05-27 14:45
View from 14th StreetOil on canvas12x9 inchesThis is a big election year for New York City with a host of candidates running for mayor and various offices in city government. A new twist has… Read More
2021-05-18 15:13
Brunch at Chez JosephineOil on panel8x8 inchesChez Josephine is a delightful eatery on 42nd Street's Theater Row where friends and I have gathered to enjoy celebratory and leisurely bi… Read More
2021-05-07 15:34
Waiting at the New PennOil on panel6x6 inchesA new small study of one of the waiting areas in the new Moynihan Train Hall, Penn Station's newest addition. Definitely one of my more "Hopperes… Read More
2021-04-28 14:29
A SoHo Facade8x8 inchesOil on panelThis new painting captures the facade of a venerable former SoHo building on Mercer Street. Once a busy factory it is now home to exclusive loft dwel… Read More
2021-04-01 19:51
Penn Station Impressions I6x6 inchesOil on panel The new Moynihan Pennsylvania Station opened to the public several months ago after many years of back and forth debates and construction. Al… Read More
2021-03-01 20:47
New York City Center (study)Oil on panel6x6 inchesNew York City Center is a Moorish Revival eye-catcher located on 55th Street in Manhattan. The decorative flourishes both on the exterior an… Read More
2021-02-07 17:05
Macy's Ladies IIOil on panel8x8 inches I decided to revisit this old favorite, Macy's on Herald Square. The beautiful Beaux Arts architectural details always catch my eye and make me s… Read More
2021-01-21 17:26
Katz's That's All!Oil on panel8x8 inches The first painting of 2021. I have wanted to do a painting of Katz's on Houston St., corner of Ludlow for many years and have finally gott… Read More
2020-12-22 20:36
Hudson Yards IronworkersOil on panel6x6 inches mounted on8x8 inch panelOne of the small studies in my end of year sale that has headed to its new home. Hudson Yards which I see daily is stil… Read More
2020-12-04 16:04
For a larger view of each painting visit small works page on my website http://sharonflorinart.com/small-works.html What a year it has been! Living through the triple whammy of the… Read More
2020-11-30 17:02
Cherubs UptownOil on panel6x6 inchesmounted on an 8x8 inch panelAnother small study of some wonderful architectural details - cherubs, rams heads, aristocratic ladies, etc. Always enjoy the… Read More
2020-11-11 19:40
Sylvan Terrace StudyOil on 6x6 inch panelmounted on an 8x8 inch panelUp in Washington Heights I stumbled upon Sylvan Terrace - a mews right out of the 1800's while exploring Harlem and Washi… Read More
2020-10-28 15:31
MoMA P.S. 1 Afternoon SunlightOil on panel6x6 inchesToday is dreary, gray and rainy so I'm posting a bright painting - a small study of sunlight hitting the side of an old building in Long I… Read More
2020-10-16 14:30
Tobi PaintingOil on panel8x8 inchesSomething a little different today. I decided to enter this competition and created a new painting of Tobi Kahn, one of the hardest working artists I kno… Read More
2020-10-08 13:56
A Chelsea RainbowOil on panel6x6 inches mounted on an 8x8 inch panelThere were some mighty rainstorms this past summer resulting in beautiful rainbows across the city. Looked out my window a… Read More
2020-10-01 18:21
Audobon Ballroom TerracottaOil on panel8x8 inchesOne summer day pre-Covid, my friend Debbie and I went on an art stroll in Harlem and Washington Heights. All of a sudden I spotted this facad… Read More
2020-09-17 14:50
Chrysler Reflections RevisitedOil on panel6x6 inchesThe Chrysler Building is truly a one of a kind architectural gem and I never tire of finding new vantage points of viewing and painting th… Read More
2020-09-06 20:08
"Two for the Oculus"Oil on panel6x6 inchesmounted on an 8x8 inch panelThe Occulus located in downtown Manhattan is a a very unusual building, unlike the architecture surrounding it. Reminds… Read More
2020-08-30 15:15
LIC's Lost Union HallOil on panel6x6 inchesRecently completed this small study of a former Union Hall located in Long Island City. I always admired the beautiful brickwork and terracotta det… Read More
2020-08-12 20:14
As this year marks the 40th anniversary of my studio space in Long Island City, Queens, I had planned several celebratory events which have been put on hold, postponed until sometime next… Read More
2020-08-10 14:04
The Flatiron (study)Oil panel8x8 inchesThis small study is currently on my tabletop easel. Never tire of painting some of New York's iconic buildings and the Flatiron is a real favorit… Read More
2020-07-31 15:26
2020-07-23 15:09
Midnight Blue ESBOil on panel8x8 inchesLife these past months have been far from the usual routine. On the days I am unable to get to my studio, I've set up a small easel on my kitchen table… Read More
2020-05-26 13:19
Here is the 5th and final installment of the May 40th Studio Anniversary Small Works Sale. It continues to be great hearing from so many of you and watching these small works finding new hom… Read More
2020-05-19 13:07
Here is the 4th installment of the May 40th Studio Anniversary Small Works Sale. It continues to be great hearing from so many of you and watching these small works finding new homes.Today&r&hell…Read More
2020-05-15 12:39
The May 40th Studio Anniversary Small Works Sale continues. It has been wonderful hearing from many of you. Thanks so much for taking the time to read these mailings and keeping in touch, so… Read More
2020-05-12 12:25
A great response, all three paintings posted on May 8th have been sold. Thank you for your enthusiasm and support, it is and remains much appreciated.During the month of May I will be offeri… Read More
2020-05-08 12:58
Your support of my work throughout these 40 years is much appreciated. Hard to believe that in May of 1980 I found my studio in Long Island City, NY. I was immediately impressed by the skyli… Read More
2020-05-01 13:55
Playbill 2Quilted throw40x30 inchesA newly finished quilt, Playbill2, 40x30 inches, features the much missed Broadway theater experience. Felt I was in need of something BRIGHT and CHEERFUL… Read More
2020-04-08 15:27
Moon Over ChelseaOil on panel6x6 inchesA painting I completed shortly before COVID-19 hurtled into NYC in a big way. This is a night scene in the Chelsea district of Manhattan with a big old… Read More
2020-03-03 19:03
Watching Over Harlem (study)Oil on panel6x6 inchesLast summer my friend Debbie and I walked around Harlem and I took a bunch of photos, excited to do a few paintings of that neighborhood. I… Read More
2020-02-25 16:00
LIC Sun Dappled Historic6x6 inchesOil on panelA new small study of sun washed facades highlighting Long Island City's historic block of homes. Tall trees cast marvelous shadows when the sun… Read More
2020-02-18 17:30
LIC Red Door HistoricOil on panel6x6 inchesA new small study of a bright red door on the sunny side of the street of LIC's historic block. I always enjoy strolling down this street and looki… Read More
2020-01-20 15:31
Reflections Along the West FiftiesOil on canvas24x18 in.I attended the reception for the Catharine Lorillard Wolfe Art Clubs 123rd Annual Open Juried Exhibition at the National Arts Club in… Read More
2020-01-13 16:33
Two Genglemen in LICOil on panel8x8 inchesI have been painting the places and people in Long Island City, Queens, NY since the 1980's. This small scale painting is the newest addition to my… Read More
2020-01-06 21:55
Columbus Circle ReflectionsOil on canvas24x18 inchesThis Columbus Circle area scene is included in this years ART FROM THE BOROS annual exhibition in Chelsea's Denise Bibro Fine Art, 529 Wes… Read More
2019-12-27 18:40
Study for Washington Square Archoil on panel6x6 inchesOne last painting to share before the close of 2019. This small study of the Washington Square Arch captures the feel of this iconic and… Read More
2019-12-04 17:25
Zoe at LIC Corner CafeOil on canvas panel6x6 inchesThis small corner cafe in Long Island City, started by local residents, is a popular spot in the neighborhood. A small slice of life moment… Read More
2019-11-20 16:08
Study for Two BeautiesOil on canvas panel6x6 inchesI always smile when passing the Gilsey House on Broadway and 29th Street. This NYC Landmark, built in 1872, is a beautiful Victorian pile t… Read More
2019-11-12 16:27
Study for D's Studio in LICOil on canvas panel6x6 inchesLast summer I stopped by an artist's studio in LIC for a visit. As I was leaving I heard my name being called. After looking around an… Read More
2019-11-04 18:18
Study for LIC Courthouse Reflections 2019Oil on canvas panel6x6 inchesI've been working on a series of small studies for possible larger paintings and was pleased with this one. The venerabl… Read More
2019-10-04 15:04
Reflections on Hudson Yards IIOil on canvas16x12 inchesA new painting of some of the many reflections to be found in the Hudson Yards development on the west side of Manhattan. One of my gui… Read More
2019-09-03 17:36
42nd and Sixth ReflectionsOil on canvas24x18 inchesWhen I arrived at my studio this morning a letter informing me that my painting, "42nd and Sixth Reflections" has received an award in the… Read More
2019-08-19 20:45
A moment in time on 9th AvenueOil on canvas24x42 inchesMy summer painting is finally complete. I photographed this scene on Ninth Avenue around 50th Street during this year's 9th Avenue Food… Read More
2019-07-09 15:08
Manhattan BistroHope everyone is enjoying the summer. I've been busy painting a large street scene that I'll post as soon as it is finished. At times I feel as if this blog, Facebook, Instag… Read More
2019-06-19 16:46
In addition to being a painter, I also enjoy creating quilts and fiber art, often incorporating NYC imagery into my projects. I was recently commissioned to create a gargoyle themed quilt wh… Read More
2019-05-30 15:25
Hudson Yards ReflectionsOil on canvas42x24 inchesHudson Yards, a massive new development in Chelsea's west side recently opened to the public although there is still a lot of ongoing constru… Read More
2019-04-11 16:49
Psychic PizzaOil on canvas16x12 inchesLast Spring I met friends on Ninth Avenue in Hell's Kitchen to celebrate one of their birthdays at an Italian restaurant. As we were waiting for one mor… Read More
2019-03-15 18:35
Emily T's Flatiron District ReflectionsOil on canvas16x12 inchesA printmaker friend of mine recently shared a photograph she had taken of reflections and thought I might be able to do someth… Read More
2019-02-19 20:23
NY Yacht Club 175th AnniversaryOil on canvas20x16 inchesOne of the more whimsical building facades in Manhattan can be found on 44th Street between Fifth and Sixth Avenues. It is the home of… Read More
2019-01-09 21:16
Happy New Year!Starting off the year with participation in two group exhibitions.Art From the Boros VI is a large group exhibition featuring the work of 50 artists. Two of my reflection pain… Read More
2018-12-13 16:31
GST Reflections IIIOil on canvas42x24 in.One last painting to close out 2018 which features the architectural details atop Grand Central Terminal as reflected in a nearby building. I'd star… Read More
2018-11-19 21:00
Mister Mark's Chrysler IOil on canvas12x9 inchesI was happy to see that my painting was chosen for the cover of the Autumn edition of CITY Journal. This quarterly magazine is published by t… Read More
2018-10-01 14:03
This past August I was delighted to have the opportunity to exhibit 36 paintings in a large, well-lit, street level Chashama donated space on Madison Avenue in Manhattan. Sitting the show, I… Read More
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