This mini cityscape is the "dress rehearsal" for a larger piece, Manhattan Mist.

I visited New York City last winter and - per usual - it rained. I guess that's better than snow, given that I have to drive across I-80 in eastern Pennsylvania to get to the Hudson River Ferry.

Regardless, I caught this view down West 48th from my hotel window and I was instantly smitten. What a joy. I actually turned out the lights in the room and just sat there and gazed out into the distance, soaking in the colors like a dazzling rainbow of Crayola crayons in front of me.

• About: Original oil on linen panel. (More information)
• Artwork size: 8" x 8"