"Old World Charm, Present Day Beauty" SOLD

 

"Old World Charm, Present Day Beauty"

6 x 12in oil on museum quality panel

$350

The Recipe

A lot of years,

A lot of sun,

A lot of rain

The touch of many hands,

Spread over many lifetimes

Yields:   Old world charm in  this present moment:))

Dreama's Prescription for Fun

Eddie and  I believe you deserve some fun (actually Eddie says fur....I say fun;))

With a wee little watercolor kit

And a Pigma Micron pen that is archival (and most importantly won't "bleed" when you put water on it)---

You can ALLOW yourself to have a great deal of FUN:))  Anytime, anywhere, night or day.

You don't have to be "serious".  This is strictly for your own personal enjoyment.  I can almost guarantee you will have more fun than Eddie when attacking my feet as I make up the bed--and that's a lot of fun, according to Ed:))

 I especially love the use of it for journaling--but the  possibilities are endless.  With a few lines drawn in, you can splash the color around to your heart's content.  And that has got to be good for you:))

A view on the farm of Mr. Big Paws.... 

And from my past journals, a friend's studio in San Diego

and a taste of Germany.

It's amazing how the simple things in life can add so much joy to our lives.

A little water, a little pigment  from the earth,

painted onto what was once a tree.

Joy in the simplest of things.

So get yourself some watercolors, doodle, sketch and stick man your way to fun-- and get your daily dose of color in.

That's the RX from Eddie and I today:)))

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"A Fragrant Affair in France" SOLD

"A Fragrant Affair in France"

12 x 12in oil on museum quality panel

$550

Swirling  petals carry the scent of a French breeze. 

A love affair?? 

You betcha:)

Flowers in France, paintings in Paris.  That's just how it went down this past week:)!  If familiarity breeds contempt, then I was in deep trouble, because 2/3's  of these artists were, as I like to call 'em, repeat offenders (that's what can happen when you hold a workshop where you live...).

Some have painted with me at so many workshops I am loosing track...and control I might add.  I threatened to throw the rowdy ones out, but quickly realized, due to the influence of the seasoned group on my new tenderlings, that I would have no one left in the Paris workshop, so I just kept painting and tried not to look over my shoulder....

For that reason I am holding them responsible for the fact that I have no group photos of their paintings the first two days, except a few that snuck into one of the larger shots.  Do not be deceived by the demure looks of this group of ladies...they posed nicely for the photos but even  the  city police had to stop and turn on their blue lights when we were outside taking our group photo, that's all I'm sayin'. 

I think it is obvious that I am going to have to start screening workshop participants.

a rare moment of behavin' themselves...

Pat in her sassy apron...

Sandy not giving me a hard time... 

A low down art show...

And remnants of the musical easels exercise.

Glenna, Pris, Ann, Ann, Kay, Barbara, Sandy, Vicki, Claudia, Pat, Ann Marie, Brenda, Vicki, Tricia, and Me...and one more Ann who left (escaped) a few hours early.

And yes, that is 4 Ann's, and 2 Vicki's.  I even had a Pat and a Tricia.  But not Patricia.  I just never caught a break from beginning to end.

Call me crazy, but I am having a workshop here same time next year---and so help me Hannah, some of them have already signed up for it! 

I figure anything can happen in a year. 

 People can change. 

Eddie's can move out and get their own place.

I am, if nothing else,

an optimist:))

P.S.  You can probably tell, I had a great time and love this group of women/artists.  I feel so lucky to be able to do what I do.  Thank you  girls for bringing such joy, laughter, and focus to this workshop---you were awesome!

P.S.S.  If you'd like to make a date to study with me, you can see what workshops are available by just clicking here.  If you'd like to know what the word on the street is about my workshops, just click here.

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"French Blue Invitation" SOLD

"French Blue Invitation"

6 x6in oil on museum quality panel

$200

Stepping off the beaten path has its own rewards.  A bower of wisteria framing a very inviting door is an invitation to savor the sunshine and beauty of the day!

In Other News:

Eddie's Holiday Goodies #1:
Eddie has really been gearing up for the holidays.....here's a useful (according to Ed) tip for you.

Love Is in the Air!  You can be a part of making Artist Annie Salness feel the love and get your name in the hat to win your choice of either a painting from myself, Leslie Saeta, or a spot in one of our upcoming workshops (you get to pick, yippee!)  For every $10 donated to the Artwalk for Annie, your get your name in.  Annie is a phenomenal artist, mother of four, and is currently recovering from a stroke she suffered just this past October. Let's all pull together to be part of what keeps her spirits lifted for a full recovery and get Annie back to her easel..:))!!  Click here to donate and be eligible to win (can I just say, Eddie and I think you will be a winner either way..:))

Do you hear what I hear??:  If you would love to listen to the #1 ArtShow on BlogTalk Radio (8 months and counting!) click here.

Holiday Gift Certificates are here!  If you would love to give the gift of art, click here to learn more!

Please Note:  Gift Certificates can be used towards my original art, books, and workshops.  You can either print them out online or have me mail it to you or the recipient. 

These Are a Few of My Favorite Things..:  Under "My Favorite Things" on my blog I have listed my palette that I use, my favorite brushes, panels,  etc.  --which reminds me, I need to add my favorite frames to this list..KingofFrame.com floater frames.  Click here to see the list!

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