I encourage you to inquire about my original artwork, and when you own one, its unique.. not a canvas with a pressed image , from a master copy as in malls etc.. but the real thing so beautiful unique an heirloom you can pass down through your family , when you support the arts you support our entire culture... and we need a resurgence , a return to the arts here in our United State's

Welcome to ART & REALITY , If your in the New Jersey area... On my front page scroll down and there are some wonderful places to dine and things to do.. my art is for sale, and I do commissioned work, on request ..all the artwork you see in my Gallery and on the various pages is mine,(* unless noted) If you really enjoy your time here, let me know in comment box...

Delaware River Tubing
Located in Central New Jersey on the Delaware River
2998 Daniel Brey Hwy (route 29) Frenchtown NJ 1-866-Wet-Tube
Enjoy a 4 hour river adventure that includes lunch - all for an unbelievable $14.95! A great way to spend the day with the kids or relax with a loved one. You can stop and explore the small islands and sun bathe. Find little nooks to stop in and swim at your leisure. We took six hours when we did the tubing adventure! Halfway down the river you stop for a terrific barbecue lunch, which is included in the price! This is the most reasonably priced one day adventures that we have found in all of New Jersey. Click on the Link above or Call 1-866-Wet-Tube or 908-996-5FUN for more info and reservation information. Rafting and tubing only.

THE BEST OVERALL RESTAURANT IN NEW JERSEY

Ryland Inn
Located in West Central New Jersey
115 Old Highway 28 Whitehouse Station NJ 908-534-4011
Best overall Restaurant in NJ Chef Craig Shelton never ceases to amaze his cliental at The Ryland Inn in Whitehouse Station NJ. Since taking over control of The Ryland Inn, Mr. Shelton has received a torrent of critical acclaim including the first "Extraordinary" (equivalent of 4 Stars) from the New York Times. The Ryland Inn Wine List, composed by Chef Shelton, features over 1000 selections. Need we really say more here? This is probably one of the top ten restaurants on the entire East Coast if not the Nation. P.S County French Fare is what you'll find at this fine establishment.


THE BEST CHEESEBURGER IN NEW JERSEY

Stage left Restaurant
Located in Central New Jersey
5 Livingston Avenue New Brunswick NJ 732-828-4444
Best Cheeseburger in NJ Awesome aged Cheddar Cheese, a perfectly crisp bun, and by far the juiciest most flavorful 11 onces of beef that we have ever had. This truly is the best cheeseburger in the State. However beware as It is not the least inexpensive burger at $15.95, but is well worth every penny.

Echo Lake Stables
Located in Northern New Jersey
55 Blakely Lane Newfoundland, NJ (973) 697-1257

Night time Horseback riding adventure
We found a wonderful spot in Morris County. Echo Lake Stables in Newfoundland NJ is very easy to get to from central and North New Jersey. The Night time Horseback riding adventure leaves the stable area every Friday and Saturday evening at 7:00PM.

Night time adventure ride with a Old fashioned Western Barbeque
On the Night time adventure ride. You will go through streams and under the moon and stars. You will then arrive at a campsite and enjoy a 1 1/2 hour Old fashioned Western cookout with free beer and wine.... You then play fun games with your partner as you listen to live entertainment. An old fashioned hayride back to your car caps the evening. WOW VERY ROMANTIC. The night time ride is $50 per person which includes all the beer and food you can handle. The trip is 4 hours from 8 PM to midnight. This is an Unbelievable date idea. Click Here for more details, reservations and directions. Or call 973-697-1257. Thanks FUN NEW JERSEY.COM

The Reason simply comments ... I Was wondering , why the infrequent comment lately? So I simply showed a few of my paintings, on an artist site .... and was overwhelmed by the very warm and exciting response, hundreds and hundreds of views, in a day or 2 and really wonderful thoughtful comments , each painting was recieved much much past my expectations ... so for a while I will be rethinking this site here, to continue or not ... meanwhile my Central Park Painting 3ft by 4 ft / set in Fall Bethsaida Fountain area

Yes JUST Scroll down the bottom of this opening page & select page # 12 here I have a Bio of Vincent Van Gogh / and 2 paintings, my versions of " The Cafe terrace at Night " ,and also " Starry Night Over the Rhone " an I suggest you can go search the originals.. and then see my version and Vincents.. years ago it was very common for a painter to paint another painters work, because of the great admiration respect etc...