“TAPENADE” is an original,  17” x 9.5” still life study of the indigenous Mediterranean olive — the Cerignola. This original piece was hand-painted in detail with a blend of oils layered on acrylic, overlaying a chartreuse, eggshell-finished Cedar frame.  Following the study’s completion, the branch was carefully covered with two layers of clear resin to preserve the vibrancy of the green hues for years to come.