Heirloom Tomato No. 1, Acrylic on Paper, Original work from "100 paintings in 100 days"

First Painting in the 100 Paintings in 100 Days Series

Price: $99

Every painting series begins with a single brushstroke.

Heirloom Tomato No. 1 is the inaugural work in my new project, 100 Paintings in 100 Days. A creative challenge dedicated to daily observation, consistent practice, and the pursuit of finding beauty in everyday subjects.

This painting features a vibrant heirloom tomato illuminated by soft light against a luminous lavender background. My wife purchased it from our local farmer's market. Rich reds, subtle pinks, and expressive brushwork celebrate the character and individuality of this humble garden favorite. Painted from direct observation, the piece captures both the freshness of the subject and the immediacy of the painting process.

The 100 Paintings in 100 Days project is an exploration of seeing more deeply and painting more honestly. As the first painting in the series, this piece marks the beginning of that journey and holds a special place within the collection.

Whether displayed in a kitchen, dining room, studio, or gallery wall, Heirloom Tomato No. 1 brings a cheerful pop of color and a sense of simple abundance to any space.

Also, be sure to check out the series on my Youtube channel @scott michael raynor artist. 

Details
Title: Heirloom Tomato No. 1
Series: 100 Paintings in 100 Days
Medium: Original Oil Painting
Size: 8 x 8 inches
Support: Panel
Signed by the Artist
Unframed
One-of-a-Kind Original Artwork
Price: $99
About the Series

The goal of 100 Paintings in 100 Days is simple: create one painting every day for one hundred consecutive days. Through this discipline, ordinary subjects become extraordinary opportunities to study light, color, shape, and design. Each painting is a record of a single day's observation and creative exploration.

A little about me: 
I am a working artist. My undergraduate and graduate degrees in art are from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, with additional graduate work at Johnson State University in Vermont. I have also completed several artist residencies, including Vermont Studio Center and SCUOLA di ARS GRAFICA in Venice, Italy.

My works have been shown nationally and internationally in over 60 juried exhibitions and solo shows. Recent exhibitions include the Blue Mountain Gallery in NYC, San Diego Museum of Art and Savannah College of Art and Design. I have been a visiting artist at several universities and have won awards for my work. I’ve also shown my work in the UK, Italy, France, Germany and China.

Artist: Scott Raynor / RaynorShine Studios

Painting No. 1 begins with a tomato.

Who knows where the next ninety-nine will lead?