Studios
Artwork Collections
- Penny's Landscapes /
- Thomas' Folk Art /
- Penny's Still Lifes /
- Thomas' Abstracts /
- Penny's Small Works /





Latest Works of Whent Studios

Blue Sycamores
SIZE
36" x 36"PRICE

Chardonnay Nights
SIZE
24" x 24"PRICE


Fisherman’s Wharf
SIZE
24" x 24"PRICE

Foothill Aspen
SIZE
12" x 12"PRICE

Wild Sycamores
SIZE
24" x 24"PRICE

Sycamores At Dusk
SIZE
36" x 36"PRICE


Whent StudiosCollector Testimonials


"This is one of our favorite paintings!! Campsite' by Penny Whent embodies everything we love most about camping: a cozy vintage camper, lit up from within & perfectly situated in a charming aspen grove. We have it hanging in the living room of our cabin & it makes us happy every time we look at it. Thank you, Penny!"
Heather Stewart
Teacher and Entrepreneur Spreckels, CA

“Penny Whent’s paintings are largely impressionistic, occasionally abstract, often forest scenes, many of them nocturnal. She retired in 2015 to focus full-time on her art. She now bursts with
confidence in her brightly-lit home studio, feeling capable of finishing anything she starts.
Thomas favors abstract art, utilizing a clear gift for combining aesthetically symbiotic colors. He has played and experimented, exploring pointillism by applying carefully placed dots of pure,
unmixed color, and drawing upon his construction background, spreading spackle on his canvases to create texture and using trowels and rakes to shape, scrape and carve patterns into
the work. His other attraction, folk art, often features silhouetted figures, human and animal. Both are almost entirely self-taught and both work primarily with acrylic paints in brilliant colors. The reward, they agree, comes from creating something another person finds worthy of hanging on a
wall.”
Dennis Taylor
Journalistic Reporter, Carmel Pine Cone


"I am lucky to own one of Tom Whent’s paintings. I decided to hang this particular painting in our office in Monterey because of its high-energy composition. Its abstract nature and color combination is extremely eye-catching and always generates positive comments from anyone looking at it. Without question, this painting has become a primary addition to the overall decor."
Larry Calhoun
General Contractor, Monterey, CA


"I have Penny Whent seascapes both in my home in Carmel and at my office at the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Stunning work.”
Tyson Wilday
Director of Software Solutions, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Monterey, CA

“The Whents as artists are part of a great tradition of artists working and thriving in Carmel and Monterey County. The creation continues!”
Richard MacDonald
Sculptor, Richard MacDonald Studios, Carmel, CA


"This painting by Thomas Whent perfectly represents the Monterey Wharf and reminds us of visiting the Bay when we look at it. We can imagine walking into a warm and friendly restaurant on a cool night. The artist shows personal familiarity with the subject and there is unique creativity in using collage printed words combined with the clean architectural lines."
Mr. and Mrs. Pete Muend
Director, National Reconnaissance Office McLean, VA


“My beautiful Penny Whent painting “Wine Bottles” is one of my most prized possessions. The artistry, reserved colors, and subtle lines always draw me in. I continually draw inspiration in my own creative work from both this beautiful art and the artist. We had a fire warning here this summer where we were told to be ready to evacuate. Luckily it wasn't necessary, but I left with my guitars, my computer, and her painting. Those are the things that are priceless to me - well,
the guitars and the painting.”
Derek Moulaisan
Real Estate Agent, Oakland, CA


“We are so pleased with our Whent Studio paintings. Penny’s “Aspen Trees” remind me of summers in Oregon. The beautiful, vibrant colors are always catching my eye and making me smile when I enter the room and it is loved by everyone in our family. Additionally, Thomas's abstract “Sagittarius” has added such character to Steve's office! It brightens the space and his day and he enjoys the comments and questions about it from people who visit.”
-Mr. and Mrs. Steven Green
Partner, Goodwin Law Group, Silicon Valley, CA


“I have Penny Whent’s painting “Scattered Roses” hanging above my fireplace and Thomas Whent’s painting “The Map” hanging on my living room wall. Both paintings are spectacular and bring me joy daily.”
-Kimberly Dooley
Artistic Director, Berkeley Playhouse, Berkeley, CA


“I have a Penny Whent painting of Asilomar Beach in Pacific Grove, CA proudly displayed in my home. As a boy, I spent many great days at this beach with family and every time I look at this piece of art I am reminded of all those fond memories.”
Chad Colomb
Reno, Nevada


“Beautiful trees!”
-Brenda Strong
owner of “Walk In The Woods”, “Moonlight II” and by Penny Whent, Actress, Carmel, CA


“Really beautiful!”
Jim Wunderlich
Software Engineer, Carmel Valley, CA, Owner of “White Bird” by Thomas Whent and “Fence Line” by Penny Whent


“We own several paintings from Whent studios. Of particular note is “Midnight”, a splatter abstract by Thomas Whent, which is very striking in both color and design and always receives positive comments from our guests.”
-Mr. And Mrs. Andrew Hunter Partner
Whitson Engineers, Pacific Grove, CA


"Full Moon is a favorite painting in our home. The subtle glow of the moon against the abstract sky and colorful row of trees is mysterious and calming at the same time. I had a hard time deciding which Whent painting — I’m a fan of both artists"
-Paul Bollwinkel
Monterey, CA


"We have “New Year’s Eve” in our foyer so we see it going out & coming in the house and going up & down the stairs to the second floor.
I’ve been an art lover since taking art appreciation in high school. I enjoy crawling museums and galleries all over the world. I currently prefer contemporary art; something fresh & new. Maybe
5% catches my eye. Only an exceptional piece makes it onto my wall."
Byron Chong
M.D. Salinas, CA

Whent About
Studios
WHENT STUDIOS is the creative home and workspace of Thomas and Penny Whent, who live and create art daily on the Monterey Peninsula, driven by their passion for beauty & artistic expression. Join their artistic journey by subscribing with your email to stay updated on their latest creations, upcoming shows and more

Thomas Whent
Thomas creates splatter abstract paintings with textured backgrounds and vibrant color layers, working primarily in acrylics and mixed media on canvas. His folk art series features bold forms, vivid colors, and pointillist details. A California General Building Contractor, he uses his expertise with building materials to craft textured surfaces & paints daily in his Monterey, CA, home studio.

Penny Whent
Penny creates abstract impressionist landscapes inspired by the waters & forests of the Monterey Peninsula, Lake Tahoe, and the Sierra Nevada foothills, along with expressive florals & still lifes. Influenced early by her architect photographer father, she studied art at Monterey Peninsula College but is primarily self-taught. After years of painting part-time while working as a paralegal, she now paints full-time in her Monterey, CA, home studio, focusing on acrylics on canvas.

Studio Viewing
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