A Painting A Day...

I do paint almost every day...it is a part of me that is so important. It also helps my work improve. I also learn something each time I get in front of the easel. This is the painting I finished yesterday. It took two days to complete and is an 11"x14" oil. I have been working on my "Ireland Series" and this is the latest piece. I loved this garden in the quaint village of Adare. There was color there even in late September. So many types of greens. A challenge to not overdo the painting with details.

A Painting A Day...

I do paint almost every day...it is a part of me that is so important. It also helps my work improve. I also learn something each time I get in front of the easel. This is the painting I finished yesterday. It took two days to complete and is an 11"x14" oil. I have been working on my "Ireland Series" and this is the latest piece. I loved this garden in the quaint village of Adare. There was color there even in late September. So many types of greens. A challenge to not overdo the painting with details.

Germanton Opening

I returned from the opening at Germanton Gallery last Friday. It is a spectacular show of paintings 9"x12" or less...all styles...all media. There was a good crowd Friday night and sales were made. There is still plenty of wonderful paintings there that always make one smile. After you "make the rounds" looking at everything and even experiencing visual overload you come away with a good feeling in your soul. It is refreshing to experience this, especially during this Advent season. You can see the paintings on Germanton's website and ..even better...you can bring one home!
"Beaching It", oil. 8"x10"

Germanton Opening

I returned from the opening at Germanton Gallery last Friday. It is a spectacular show of paintings 9"x12" or less...all styles...all media. There was a good crowd Friday night and sales were made. There is still plenty of wonderful paintings there that always make one smile. After you "make the rounds" looking at everything and even experiencing visual overload you come away with a good feeling in your soul. It is refreshing to experience this, especially during this Advent season. You can see the paintings on Germanton's website and ..even better...you can bring one home!
"Beaching It", oil. 8"x10"

Germanton Opening

I returned from the opening at Germanton Gallery last Friday. It is a spectacular show of paintings 9"x12" or less...all styles...all media. There was a good crowd Friday night and sales were made. There is still plenty of wonderful paintings there that always make one smile. After you "make the rounds" looking at everything and even experiencing visual overload you come away with a good feeling in your soul. It is refreshing to experience this, especially during this Advent season. You can see the paintings on Germanton's website and ..even better...you can bring one home!
"Beaching It", oil. 8"x10"

Germanton Opening

I returned from the opening at Germanton Gallery last Friday. It is a spectacular show of paintings 9"x12" or less...all styles...all media. There was a good crowd Friday night and sales were made. There is still plenty of wonderful paintings there that always make one smile. After you "make the rounds" looking at everything and even experiencing visual overload you come away with a good feeling in your soul. It is refreshing to experience this, especially during this Advent season. You can see the paintings on Germanton's website and ..even better...you can bring one home!
"Beaching It", oil. 8"x10"

Giving Paintings for Christmas

"Dusk", 6"x8", oil


When I owned a gallery ( a long time ago) I found that some clients had trouble deciding if they should give a painting as a gift. They weren't sure of the tastes of their friends...some weren't sure of their own tastes. I always was happy to try to help...but art is a personal thing, and unless you are sure of your friend's tastes, then it is truly risky. Most galleries are happy to give a credit if the recipient isn't happy with their gift. Before deciding on a painting try to remember the style of art that your friend has in their home or office...it also helps to think about places or subjects that are special to them. Maybe they love a particular artist's work already...that helps... Size can be a factor too...small pieces can find a place just about anywhere. If you are really sneaky you can plan a visit to a gallery together and see which pieces they like. There are lots of openings and special shows in December...Above all, deal with a reputable gallery or artist. Giving a work of art will be something that your friend will treasure. I still love the pieces that my husband and I have given to each other over the years.

Giving Paintings for Christmas

"Dusk", 6"x8", oil


When I owned a gallery ( a long time ago) I found that some clients had trouble deciding if they should give a painting as a gift. They weren't sure of the tastes of their friends...some weren't sure of their own tastes. I always was happy to try to help...but art is a personal thing, and unless you are sure of your friend's tastes, then it is truly risky. Most galleries are happy to give a credit if the recipient isn't happy with their gift. Before deciding on a painting try to remember the style of art that your friend has in their home or office...it also helps to think about places or subjects that are special to them. Maybe they love a particular artist's work already...that helps... Size can be a factor too...small pieces can find a place just about anywhere. If you are really sneaky you can plan a visit to a gallery together and see which pieces they like. There are lots of openings and special shows in December...Above all, deal with a reputable gallery or artist. Giving a work of art will be something that your friend will treasure. I still love the pieces that my husband and I have given to each other over the years.

Giving Paintings for Christmas

"Dusk", 6"x8", oil


When I owned a gallery ( a long time ago) I found that some clients had trouble deciding if they should give a painting as a gift. They weren't sure of the tastes of their friends...some weren't sure of their own tastes. I always was happy to try to help...but art is a personal thing, and unless you are sure of your friend's tastes, then it is truly risky. Most galleries are happy to give a credit if the recipient isn't happy with their gift. Before deciding on a painting try to remember the style of art that your friend has in their home or office...it also helps to think about places or subjects that are special to them. Maybe they love a particular artist's work already...that helps... Size can be a factor too...small pieces can find a place just about anywhere. If you are really sneaky you can plan a visit to a gallery together and see which pieces they like. There are lots of openings and special shows in December...Above all, deal with a reputable gallery or artist. Giving a work of art will be something that your friend will treasure. I still love the pieces that my husband and I have given to each other over the years.

Giving Paintings for Christmas

"Dusk", 6"x8", oil


When I owned a gallery ( a long time ago) I found that some clients had trouble deciding if they should give a painting as a gift. They weren't sure of the tastes of their friends...some weren't sure of their own tastes. I always was happy to try to help...but art is a personal thing, and unless you are sure of your friend's tastes, then it is truly risky. Most galleries are happy to give a credit if the recipient isn't happy with their gift. Before deciding on a painting try to remember the style of art that your friend has in their home or office...it also helps to think about places or subjects that are special to them. Maybe they love a particular artist's work already...that helps... Size can be a factor too...small pieces can find a place just about anywhere. If you are really sneaky you can plan a visit to a gallery together and see which pieces they like. There are lots of openings and special shows in December...Above all, deal with a reputable gallery or artist. Giving a work of art will be something that your friend will treasure. I still love the pieces that my husband and I have given to each other over the years.

Comissions

I completed a painting commission this past week...it was a challenge to paint...white church from photographs that I didn't take. Plus to add to the challenge this building meant a lot to the family. I could only work from the photos ( not my favorite thing). I did this as a learning process as well as a labor of love...and it worked out. I learned a lot about editing, abstracting, and had fun in the process. The joy was that the buyer liked the end result. I only charged for the final work. If the buyer hadn't liked the painting then I still had learned from the experience.