"The Log Fort" Point no Point painting by Robin Weiss

"The Log Fort"  12x16 oil on panel   SOLD

 

If you have spent any time walking along the coastal beaches of the Puget Sound you will notice the profusion of driftwood. Beach combing is a favorite pastime of mine and many others. Another thing you can't miss is the log forts scattered among the driftwood. I remember my childhood in the midwest. We didn't have driftwood but we had other resources and were always making forts and tree houses!  My son Maury made many of these forts over the years at Point no Point and this painting is a memorial to those days enjoying the sultry pacific coast summers on the beach.

This painting was sold through Artful Connexions Gallery in Port Gamble where you will find more of my recent paintings of the PNW.  Thanks for stopping by!

"The Whale Watcher" Lighthouse painting by Robin Weiss

"The Whale Watcher"  16x20 oil on canvas  SOLD

 

I am thrilled to announce that my recent oil painting, The Whale Watcher, has officially found its forever home. This piece holds a special place in my heart, capturing the breathtaking essence of Lime Kiln Point State Park on San Juan Island, Washington.

Known globally as "Whale Watch Park," this iconic location is one of the best places on Earth to spot wild orcas from the shore. In the painting, the historic Lime Kiln Lighthouse stands tall against a transforming sky, casting its warm glow over the deep blue waters of the Haro Strait. Nearby, a lone spectator stands quietly on the rugged limestone cliffs, scanning the horizon in patient anticipation of a passing pod.

Big thanks to Mara at @marasgallery.pt in Port Townsend, WA for facilitating the sale of this painting and to the collector who chose to bring this serene coastal moment into their home. May it always remind you of the wild beauty of the Pacific Northwest.

"Fresh Produce" Seattle city painting by Robin Weiss

"Fresh Produce"  8x8 oil on panel
Available theough Alki Arts
206-295-5115

 

The opening for "City Views" is coming up August 1st in West Seattle at Alki Arts!   Come out and meet the artists!

Also happening in August is the Whidbey island Plein Air Festival.  I will be teaching an Indroduction to Plein Air Workshop prior to the event on the 15th.  If you have ever wanted to try plein air painting this would be a great class to attend!  Register on the Northwest Art School website HERE

Hope to see you at one of these fun events!

"Look to the West" Seattle city painting by Robin Weiss

"Look to the West"   16x20 oil on canvas $1200
Available through Alki Arts  206-295-5115

  

The vibrant spirit of community and creativity comes alive every second Thursday at the West Seattle Art Walk. Local businesses open their doors to showcase regional talent, transforming the neighborhood into a dynamic canvas. This month, a special buzz surrounds Alki Arts with the debut of their captivating new exhibition, "City Views".

Located on California Avenue, the gallery invites attendees to immerse themselves in stunning interpretations of metropolitan landscapes. "City Views" features a diverse lineup of local artists who use various mediums to capture the vibrant, unique energy, architectural rhythms, and shifting light of urban environments. From moody, rain-soaked streets to striking Pacific Northwest skylines, the collection offers an evocative look at the places we call home.

Whether you are a seasoned collector or a casual enthusiast, make sure to add Alki Arts to your itinerary. Grab a map, support local makers, and experience Seattle through a fresh artistic lens.

"Two for Ten" Seattle city painting by Robin Weiss

"Two for Ten"  20x24 oil 0n canvas  SOLD

 

I dropped off the new work for "City Views" the upcomming exhibiton at Alki Arts in West Seattle and a few sold before the show opened! If you planned on coming, no worries, all the paintings will be hung on August 1st, opening night. Hope to see you there!

More information about the show can be found at the Alki Arts website HERE

Also check out earlier posts on this exhibition!  Thanks!

"Undercover" Seattle city painting by Robin Weiss

"Undercover"  20x20 oil on canvas  $1400
available through Alki Arts  206-295-5115

 

Capturing the Essence of Emerald City: "City Views" Comes to Alki Arts this August

West Seattle art lovers are in for a visual treat this August as Alki Arts presents its newest exhibition, “City Views.” Located in the vibrant heart of the Morgan Junction, the gallery is set to showcase a stunning collection of Seattle city paintings that explore our urban landscape through vastly different creative lenses.

This highly anticipated August 2026 exhibit features the brilliant work of three celebrated local painters: Robin Weiss, Brooke Borcherding, and Christine Sharp. In a fascinating stylistic juxtaposition, these artists will tackle some of the exact same classic Seattle subject matter, but with strikingly unique executions. Robin Weiss, an award-winning plein air artist, uses realistic techniques to capture the familiar, soulful sights of the city we all love. Meanwhile, Brooke Borcherding brings her signature contemporary style to the collection, deconstructing and abstracting those identical city scenes into geometric forms and vibrant patterns.

Whether you are a longtime resident or just visiting the neighborhood, "City Views" offers an engaging look at how personal perspective transforms familiar architecture. Be sure to check out the upcoming show times on the Alki Arts Exhibitions Page and stop by the gallery to see these masterpieces in person.

Okay, I used AI to write the above description of this upcoming exhibition... but it was pretty good!  Hope you can come to the opening on August 1st at Alki Arts in West Seattle from 5-7pm!  =]