Wednesday, March 14, 2012

First Time For Everthing, foal running

"First Time for Everything"



Got great pictures of this new colt running around the paddock his first time out. He had a hard time getting here, and his mother almost didn't make it. One of the foal's legs came through the rectum and the other got hung up backwards.  The mare could not move around very well after being sown back together. They were kept in a stall until she could walk some.  

When he took off bucking and running around, she would call him back each time.  He would catch his breath and then take off again! It was way too cool to watch. He lives next door to me.

I was mostly interested in the backlighting and how it set him off.  The dust kicking up was also something I wanted to try to capture.  I exaggerated the background and moved things around to create more contrast because the sunset blurred so much of it out.  I think it is one of best works!

12 x 16 inches (plus frame)
Acrylic on canvas
$950.00 
Custom rustic frame (see below)


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Sunday, March 11, 2012

Make a Wish, landscape with white horse

"Make a Wish"


This is just one of the wonderful scenes along Arbuckle Creek, near Sebring, Florida. I have painted many pieces from my photos of this area.


I added the white horse as a tribute to my mother, who always told me to "Quick make a wish on that white horse!"


I hid an opsprey flying out of the tree, and an anhinga sits on a limb in the water.


Ready to Frame

Acrylic on canvas

18 x 24 inches

Price for the original: $700.00

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Wednesday, March 07, 2012

Grand Champion, angus bull portrait


"Grand Champion"


Painted from photos I took of this bull last year. Changed the background to add more color.


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Acrylic on canvas

12 x 16 inches

$900.00 (plus shipping fees)

Ready to frame


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Sunday, March 04, 2012

Montana Rockies, mountain landscape with eagles

" Montana Rockies"

Just finished the final touch-ups on this palette knife painting. I absolutely love the way the knife creates interesting textures for the illusion of rocks and snow! I painted this from pictures I took during my last visit to Glacier National Park.


Ready to frame

9 x 12 inches

Original Acrylic on hardboard

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Wednesday, February 29, 2012

Flame Tree, royal poinciana

"Flame Tree"


Did this one as a painting demonstration. These trees bring back great memories for me when I lived in the Pacific islands. They are truly breathtaking.


Prints and cards are now available of this painting.


Acrylic on canvas panel

9 x 12 inches

(Sorry, the original is sold.)


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Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Storm Surf, waves crashing on the beach

"Storm Surf"


Did this one a couple of years ago. Used a palette knife to get the thick white paint to jump and dance. Way too much fun to paint!




I have just made this painting available in customizable greeting cards and prints!




Ready to frame

9 x 12 inches

Acrylic on hardboard

$300.00 FREE SHIPPING in the US!


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Thursday, February 16, 2012

Hershey, horse portrait, miniature foal

"Hershey"


Created from photos my client sent to me. We changed the background to her color choice, and changed the pose slightly to create a better stance. Hershey is the foal of a miniature horse.


Loved painting all that fluffy fur!


Acrylic on hardboard
6 x 6 inches

This painting is now available in prints and cards!
(Sorry the original is sold.)


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Thursday, February 09, 2012

Lavender and Butterflies

"Butterflies and Lavender"


From a demo. Part of a series of lavender paintings I have done. Added the butterflies for contrast and movement. Very fun to create.

Enjoy!

Acrylic on hardboard
8 x 10 inches
This painting is Now available in prints and cards

(Sorry the original is sold.)

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Thursday, February 02, 2012

White Ibis with Lilies, wildlife art

"White Ibis with Lilies"

Painted this from photos I took at White City Park last year. Quite a challenge to paint the negative spaces and leave the ibis. I get into a slow and methodical state of mind when working with watercolors, totally the opposite of acrylics.

Watercolor
7x10 inches (image)
12 x16 (With frame) See below
$250.00

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Tuesday, January 31, 2012

Art Show




Had a rough start, spilled coffee all over my shirt first thing in the morning, before the show began. Can you believe that I didn't even think to bring an extra one? Will have to add that to my list for next year......


Anyway, I went in the bathroom to take off the outer shirt thinking I would leave my white tank shirt on that I had underneath..... But the worst of the coffee was on the undershirt. So I took off both shirts and rinsed as much of the stains out as I could, and wore the cold and wet shirt (on my right side) that you see in the picture above. Then I hung the white tank-top shirt up in my car.


I did have a jacket I wore for a little while. Thank Goodness I wasn't set up out in the cold windy morning!


How embarrassing!


The rest of the day went well, and I even won a ribbon. It is not a first place, or is it? It is called The Parrish award, in honor of Grady Parrish, who selected an artist each year for environmental awareness in their art. It came with a nice cash prize as well, so I was happy!


Back to the studio!

Thursday, January 26, 2012

Fall's Splendor, landscape with deer and eagles

"Fall's Splendor"

Acrylic on canvas

12 x 16 inches


Painted this scene from plein air studies (done on location) and pictures I took a few years ago. I added the deer from memory, and the eagles as well. Really enjoyed creating all the warm colors contrasting with the cool gray and blue hues.


Ready to frame

Price for original: $500.00

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Wednesday, January 25, 2012

Up-coming Lake Placid show

"Firce Beauty"

Best of Show

20 x 20 inches

Gallery Wrap Canvas


I am excited to go back to Sebring, Florida, where the Lake Placid Art League is holding their annual show! (This photo is from last year.) This is one of the shows I love to do, because they have an indoor option if you don't want to set up a tent.


The hardest part is that I am by myself. I have found that setting up a tent, putting my work at risk in the elements, and sitting all day (without being able to even use the bathroom) are all more than enough reasons to limit myself to indoor shows and gallery events!


Come see me on Saturday at the Civic Center on Hwy 27 south of Sebring, Florida. I'll be indoors at booth number 21. Yay!


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Hope to see you there!





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Saturday, January 21, 2012

Rocky Edge, bushes on a rocky shore

"Rocky Edge"



I was attracted to the contrast of the cold rocks against the warm glow in the little bushes. I also like the harsh edges of the rocks against the soft feeling of the water.


Trying some new techniques. This is a watercolor painting, done with many layers of professional color on acid-free paper. Had to start over completely because the colors are not easy to control and I lost the bright highlights in the first attempt.

Enjoy!

~ Watercolor
~ 7 x 9 inches
~ Matted to 11 x 14 inches
~ Ready to Frame
~ $225.00

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On a personal note: I have been teaching more classes and painting less these days. I am also working on updating all my info as I have a new website and new gallery pages. I didn't realize that I have around 800 posts to update! Wow, that amazes me!


Also, I want to thank all of my followers and collectors who have encouraged me over these past five years! It has been a great journey for me.