Tuesday, June 30, 2015

Contemporary Abstract Still Life Art Painting "SPRING FORWARD" by Santa Fe Artist Annie O'Brien Gonzales



20"x20" Oil on Panel/Available

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"Face to the Sun" Contemporary Still Life Oil Painting by Arizona Artist Mary Opat


"Face to the Sun" Contemporary Still Life Oil Painting by
Arizona Artist Mary Opat

11" x 14" Oil on Stretched Linen

These sunflowers were part of a bouquet given to me on my 
birthday recently.  I'm very happy with the way the brighter yellow flower's
texture reflects the light.  It almost seems to glow on its own.
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Sunday, June 28, 2015

Floral Still Life on Linen, Daily Painting, Small Oil Painting, "Mary's Vase" 9x12" Oil

I did this painting a few weeks ago with my paint group, Pieces of Eight.  Mary brought in a set up of fresh flowers and her favorite vase.



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 I wanted to keep it free and loose, so I started painting with both and palette knife and a brush.  I was painting on a linen covered panel, and left much of the background unpainted for added texture and interest.

I have never seen a mum in this colors before, white petals and a purpley blue center.  This is where the knife action came in.

Thank you Mary, for bring these beautiful fresh flowers and thank you to all who are reading my blog today.



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Shy Plums and Pink Peonies - Nancy Medina Art Classes and Workshops


Shy Plums and Pink Peonies
by Nancy Medina
20X20
Oil on Deep Gallery Wrap Canvas






I made an executive decision to leave the banana out of my class demo in Hot Springs, Arkansas, this morning. It was a tough call, but one of the plums kept rolling behind the vase out of the spotlight and I didn't want to spook the rest of the fruit herd and cause a stampede. Read more...





The offending banana makes an appearance...




Hot Springs, Arkansas, alumni and their brilliant peonies!


Saturday, June 27, 2015

Contemporary Abstract Still Life Flower Art Painting "Sentimental Reasons" by Santa Fe Artist Annie O'Brien Gonzales

24"x24" Oil on Canvas/SOLD

Commissions Welcome.

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"Blue Door 2" Contemporary Still Life Architectural Oil Painting by Arizona Artist Mary Oapt


"Blue Door 2" Contemporary Still Life Architectural Oil Painting
by Arizona Artist Mary Opat

11" x 14" Oil on Stretched Canvas

This is number two in my popular blue door series.  I'll be looking for
more blue doors to photograph on my upcoming trip to Europe.  Old
architecture is a favorite of mine to paint, and the color blue always
pulls me in.  To purchase this painting directly from me, or to see more
of my paintings, please follow the link to Mary Opat Art

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Original Watercolor Still Life Flower Painting "Royal Mopheads" by Georgia Artist Deanna Jaugstetter

 13"x19" Watercolor

 Original Watercolor Still Life Flower Painting

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Friday, June 26, 2015

Contemporary Abstract Still Life Flower Art Painting "PINK PEONIES, PINK ROOM" by Santa Fe Artist Annie O'Brien Gonzales

24"x18" Oil on Panel/Available

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Tulips in Crock Jug by Char Fitzpatrick | Floral Still Life

10"x13"
Pastels
Tulips in Crock Jug by Char Fitzpatrick
©2014 Char Fitzpatrick

This drawing was done as a class demonstration on how to use pastels. Pastels have a lovely luminosity. If done on white paper, they require a charcoal under drawing to produce the richness of hue.



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Small Floral Still Life, "Rose of Sharon with Back Lighting" by Carol Schiff, 6x8" Oil SOLD

A small floral still life of blooms from my garden in the North Carolina Blue Ridge Mountains.  I set them on the window sill with natural light streaming in from behind.

SOLD


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These pinks, blues, purples and greens are really my favorite colors.  I think they give a very soothing feeling to this small floral still life.

 

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Tuesday, June 23, 2015

Original Still Life Rose Oil Painting "Pink Roses" by Colorado Artist Susan Fowler

                                

 16x20 Oil on Canvas/Available

 Original Still Life Rose Oil Painting

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Cool and warm shades of white make up the palette for this still life composition by Arizona Artist, Sharon Sieben

"Still Life in White"  -  20" x 24" Oil; Unframed


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Contemporary Abstract Still Life Flower Art Painting "I Wish You Love" by Santa Fe Artist Annie O'Brien Gonzales

30"x30" Oil on Canvas/Available

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Monday, June 22, 2015

Contemporary Abstract Still Life Flower Art Painting "A Place to Go" by Santa Fe Artist Annie O'Brien Gonzales

30"x30" Oil on Canvas/Available

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A Texan's Viewpoint on the European Kiss - White Tulips - Nancy Medina Art Classes and Workshops


The Kiss - White Tulips
by Nancy Medina
16X16
Oil on Deep Gallery Wrap Canvas






There is just something about that European greeting, the kiss, that always takes me by surprise. Not that I don't like it, I could get used to it, but being a gal from Texas, we were taught "The Hug" rather than "The Kiss" and so going in for the hug and suddenly getting lips on your cheek is like discovering you're doing the Cotton Eyed Joe when your partner was intent on the Texas Two Step. It's really just a different point of view on a greeting, and one that is much warmer, even than a hug. Like I said, I could get used to this whole European thing! And it's a good thing, since my France workshop is coming up in August. Mon cher, I must pack again soon!


For now I'm finally back on Texas time, the unending rains have cut off the main road into and out of Flower Mound, and I'm so thankful, yet again, to be a work at home artist! We're not paddling around in boats, though it sure looks like it from the national news. Not to worry, I have plenty of Dove chocolate and crackers and cheese. I can hold up literally for days on such awesome rations!  

Here's a new video I created for you - break out the popcorn and enjoy a view of my workshop in Tuscany last week! Next stop, France! 

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The studio models take a bow!




Escape to Southern France!
August 4-14, 2015

Saturday, June 20, 2015

"Window with Blue Shutters" Contemporary Still Life by Arizona Artist Mary Opat

 
"Window with Blue Shutters" Contemporary Still Life Oil Painting by
Arizona Artist Mary Opat
 
7" x 5" Oil on Panel $85
 
This little Painting has a lot of texture and works well alone or
hanging in a group.  Please visit my website to purchase directly
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Still Life Flower Art Painting "Helianthus Annus" by Georgia Artist Deanna Jaugstetter



"Helianthus Annus" is the scientific name for the common sunflower. I agree with Van Gogh that this  vibrantly colored flower with the large center is so interesting to paint!"My still life painting of  sunflowers is created with graphite, pen, and watercolor. The painting is custom double matted with  high quality white archival mat board , backed with foam core, and  ready for framing.The tonal  quality of the painting makes it an excellent choice for any interior! A grouping of these small mixed  media subject make an impressive display !

  7"x5" Mixed Media on Paper/SOLD

  Commissions Welcome.

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Contemporary Abstract Still Life Flower Art Painting "LILIES PURPLE VASE" by Santa Fe Artist Annie O'Brien Gonzales


FRESH OFFF THE EASEL.....

30"x30" Oil on Panel/Available

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Thursday, June 18, 2015

Still Life Tea Post Floral Oil Painting "Tea and Lilies IV" by Georgia Artist Deanna Jaugstetter



  Lilies are a structured flower that I enjoy painting in all mediums! This small still life oil      painting , "Tea and Lilies",will be beautiful in a bookcase, on an end table in your home!

  8"x6" Oil on Panel /SOLD

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Daily Painting, Small Oil Painting, Small Flower Painting, "Country Style" by Carol Schiff, 6x8" Oil on Panel

When I am in Florida, I go to the store, purchase flowers, bring them home and try to arrange them perfectly in a beautiful vase.

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When I am in North Carolina, I go to the garden, or just pick some wildflowers, plop them in a small milk bottle or jelly jar.......that's what I call "Country Style".


I tried to keep that laid back feel in the painting too, using both a brush and a palette knife.



Then, I brought it back to Florida, to remind me to relax and chill now and then.

Thanks for reading my blog today.  I hope you get to "chill" a little too.



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Contemporary Abstract Still Life Flower Art Painting "PEONIES WITH GREEN TABLE by Santa Fe Artist Annie O'Brien Gonzales

34"x24" Acrylic on Canvas/Available

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Wednesday, June 17, 2015

Contemporary Abstract Still Life Flower Art Painting "August Flowers" by Santa Fe Artist Annie O'Brien Gonzales

20"x20" Oil on Gallery Wrapped Canvas/Available

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"Strawberry Licious" Contemporary Still Life Oil Painting by Arizona Artist Mary Opat

 
 
"Strawberry Licious" Contemporary Still Life Oil Painting by
Arizona Artist Mary Opat
 
9" x 12" Oil on Board
 
This little painting makes my mouth water!  I love to paint
reflections, so the copper was fun to do.  To purchase directly
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Mixed Media Still Life, Wine, Bread "SUSTENANCE" by Contemporary Arizona Artist Pat Stacy

Wine and bread--food for the journey, whether spiritual or daily life. The light of the Creator is represented by the foiled squares on the left. 

 Mixed Media Still Life, Wine, Bread, Gold Foil

 SOLD

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Tuesday, June 16, 2015

Contemporary Abstract Still Life Flower Art Painting "Time for Tea" by Santa Fe Artist Annie O'Brien Gonzales

30"x30" Oil on Panel/Available

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Rose Painting, Daily Painting, Small Oil Painting, 6x8 Knife Oil Painting, Rose still life

I am trying to improve my knife techniques and came up with this piece last week.

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 I was slinging paint with my knife and kept it free and clean....so much fun!  I wanted to keep it loose and informal.



I like to show my small paintings in a black frame.  I think it shows most paintings well and really help the colors to pop.  Frames should accentuate the painting, but distract from it.

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You may remember this companion piece, that I posted a few days ago.

Have a great day, and thanks for reading my blog.



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Sunday, June 14, 2015

Still Life Floral Painting,Flower Art "A Jar of Reds" by Georgia Artist Pat Warren

 18"x24" Acrylic on Canvas/Available

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Small Oil Painting, Daily Painting, Small Floral Still Life, "Garden Treasures" , 8x10 Still Life

I have been doing lots of florals lately.  It seems I cycle in my work, doing several abstracts, or seascapes or landscapes, until, finally, something else inspires me and I move to another subject.  Probably, because of spring and summer, flowers have my attention now.

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Last winter, we purchased a vacation condo in Waynesville, NC, smack in the middle of the Smoky Mountains.  When we returned in the spring, imagine my surprise, to find we had also acquired a flourishing flower garden.  I love flowers, but I did not imagine my time there being spent pulling weeds and deadheading!  As my husband says, "it is what it is" so when we return there soon, gardening tools will be included in our luggage.


The up side of the story, is the pleasure I get from the gorgeous flowers.  Each time we visit, a new surprise awaits.  We have ferns and dogwood, Japanese maple, lily,bleeding heart  and roses.  I cannot wait to see what will be in bloom on my next trip.

Thanks for reading my blog today!



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