Taming Pthalo by Pamela Blaies

Apples and Antique Silver

6" x 6"

oil on linen

I've gotten a little behind on my posting and blogging. It's been a fun and full week with the kids' end of school parties, getting them ready for camp and my mom visiting. Today I will be working on painting #71 of 100. This petite painting project is so fun - experimenting with color and light, exploring composition and daily practice! On this one, I used Pthalo Blue instead of Ultramarine, just to see what it can do. It is strong and a little tough to tame, but wow, what beautiful deep reds it can make!

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No Time for Tea by Pamela Blaies

Teacup Study

4" x 4"

oil on linen panel

It is going to be crazier-than-usual busy around my house because of my kids' last week of school. I will have to be creative (and miss some sleep) to fit some painting in. What better time to loosen up my style a bit  with some quick teacup studies.

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Poolside Plein Air by Pamela Blaies

Backyard Begonias

4" x 4"

oil on linen panel

I don't do much plein air, but this afternoon was so gorgeous I couldn't resist painting poolside. It was warm with a light breeze - just enough to keep away the bugs! These cheery begonias were in a little shady spot with just a bit of light filtering in.

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Pick of the Day by Pamela Blaies

Bashful

6" x 6"

oil on linen panel

This red rose came from my garden. I placed it in the bud vase facing away from me, because I liked the way the leaves turned. It almost looks shy, so I named it Bashful. I was excited that yesterday it was chosen as the Facebook Pick of the Day by DailyPaintworks - Yea!

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Happy Mother's Day by Pamela Blaies

Spring Garden Roses

6":x 6"

oil on linen panel

Hope everyone had a Happy Mother's Day! I'm headed to the family room right now to hang out with my 3 sweet kiddos right now-it is great to be a mom:)

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Colorful Cast Shadows by Pamela Blaies

Daylilies in a Ball Jar

6" x 6"

oil on linen panel

I painted this one pretty fast and loose and it was a lot of fun. I think I'm getting the hang of cast shadows from colored glass. I also like the scumbling effect I got with the highlights of the white napkin. It gives it nice texture and a feeling of energy.

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Daylilies and Cobalt by Pamela Blaies

Daylilies in a Blue Bud Vase

6" x 6"

oil on linen

I had to cut these Daylilies, from my yard, pretty short for this little bud vase. But I really wanted to put them with cobalt blue for a striking combination. I put the light source behind the setup and down pretty low. It not only made the cobalt glass cast vivid shadows onto the white napkin, but also illuminated the top Daylily from behind which gave it an orange glow.

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What's Your Favorite Morning "Pick-Me-Up?" by Pamela Blaies

Morning Coffee

6" x 6"

oil on linen panel

I sit with my morning latte while posting this blog. Coffee - I love everything about it. The cups, the smell, the flavored fixin's, etc. I splurged last year and picked up a Nespresso machine, which makes the perfect latte - my morning drink of choice. I like to try new flavors and this morning I am trying some Almond Joy flavored creamer with my milk. It's nice with just a touch of flavor. Share your favorite morning drink of choice!

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Teacup Collection by Pamela Blaies

Having Friends to Tea

6" x 6"

oil on linen panel

I love teacups and have quite a few in my collection. Here are some of them stacked and ready to set the table for tea.

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