San Juan Bautista

Here are two watercolor / pen and ink paintings that Father Tupa did on site before painting the large oil painting of San Juan Bautista. On average, Father Tupa painted or drew about nine works per site using watercolors, pen, and ink. Upon returning to his studio at Saint John's Abbey and University, with spirit and energy renewed, Father Tupa began work on the twenty-one oil paintings. He completed the project eight months later in the spring of 1998.

"Church and Small Gate" Father Jerome Tupa 15 " x 20" Watercolor / Pen & ink on paper 1997

"Bell Tower and Church Facade" Father Jerome Tupa 18 " x 24" Watercolor / Pen & ink on paper 1997