Dorset Union Store Feb 24, 2020
The Dorset Union Store beckons travelers through all seasons, even when the going gets tough. And the going can get tough.
I tried painting this scene twice before and failed miserably. Third time’s the charm.
Most folks assume talent is the most important attribute for an artist.
In my experience, it’s determination.
12X16
Watermedia on panel
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Close to Home
A big Vermont thank you to the Vermont Country Store, Yankee Magazine, and Jenn Johnson for the wonderful article about my work in the Spring issue of their collaborative “Our Vermont”!
You can read Our Vermont and the Close to Home feature article, pg 26 – 30, HERE
so glad you are getting the recognition for your work.. it is much deserved . just love it all . thanks for a Monday morning uplift in the world of gloom and doom.
Thanks Lenor!
So glad for your recognition in the most appropriate magazine! Your prior tries at the current scene must have had a reason…. and this surely shows the winter scene @ it’s best. “You did good!”
Thanks Cynthia! I like to think of the failures as very necessary lessons.
Congrats on the recognition – something your followers always knew
Fabulous rendering of the store. Love your Monday emails!
Thanks Kathy!
Your well deserved recognition is becoming more and more obvious to folks far and near. I love this painting, but then, I love them all. Karen and I still talk about the magical day we spent with you. What a gift and inspiration. The only thing better than your work, is your kind heart. Enjoy Mud season as it is coming soon!
Thanks Dannielle!
Great article…love how you work celebrates VT in so many ways
Thanks Mary Hellen!
You capture each season in Vermont with such joy and beauty! Your Monday emails are like a little gift to me and reminders of memorable days I have spent in Vermont. Thank you!
Thanks Elizabeth!
I still cannot find the Iris print . Looking for a large size.
Is this the one Patti? https://www.peterhuntoon.com/shop/blue-iris/
Congratulations!! I love your work! I’m surprised you weren’t featured before now!
Thanks Cindy!
Love the art and the article!
Thanks Melodie!
I love this painting because you can feel the warmth from inside the store with the colors and light. I absolutely love your “A Day In Vermont”!
Thanks Randy!
Dang – I wanted that pic! 2 bad! Peter – get back to work!
Thanks Sebastian! You know there will be more.
Peter – went to Dr Matt Conway’s office in Rutland today & saw one of your prints. My husband thought it was Dowager Hill as viewed from the newish (not really new anymore) Rt 4 east out of Rutland going towards Castleton. I would like to get him a copy if possible. I searched “Dowager Hill” & nothing came up – perhaps you’ve named it something else. Please let me know either way …thanx so much Judith
Hello Judith, I’m afraid I don’t know what print hangs at Dr. Conway’s. If you can send me a pic (peter@peterhuntoon.com) I can see. I’ll try to go by his office next chance I get, too. Tx!
The Dorset Union Store used to be “Peltier’s” back in the 60s and 70s, my go-to place when my grandmother needed to pick up a few groceries. I was only there during the summer, which was always very welcoming. Your painting has beautifully captured that feeling.