Back in Town

I've been away for awhile and am anxious to get back to work...  While gone I received noticed that It's Appealing  won Honorable Mention at the Art Hop Exhibit.  Special thanks to Lisa Russell, of Russell Collection Fine Art Gallery,  the 2D judge for this event.

  

"It's Appealing"

12x12

Embroidered Treasure

Before my mother passed away, she gave me a few of her hand made table runners, doilies and various other textiles which I've been  using in  some of my art work.  I  pulled this beautiful  embroidered  panel from my keepsake drawer and  decided to stage it with  some antique enamel pieces I  had.  The tall pitcher is an old milk jug -  my understanding is the farmers would pour the fresh milk into a pitcher of this sort for serving.  If anyone out there knows different - please let me know...  The small tea pot is part of my collection as is the ladle and cup.  The speckled blue enamel is one of my favorites - bright and cheerful.  The oil in the painting  has sunken in a bit and I'll be either oiling it out or  putting some varnish on it soon.    Thought I'd  post a pic of it since it's been a while since I've posted.  (I haven't been posing the small pieces I've  done...   )

Embroidered Treasure

18x18

oil on linen

WAOW - National Exhibit

Just received notice today that I've been honored with a jurors award at the Women Artist of the West National Exhibit in Estes Park, Colorado!  Very  good news!

Women Artist of the West National Exhibit

The piece that won the award was  "Water to Wine".

Very excited to receive this recognition.  Thank you WAOW and special thanks to the judge of the event  Karen Vance!

More about the Salon International

I had some requests for more pics so I've  added an album to my fb page  with additional photos of the 2013 Salon International Exhibit.    (those unfamiliar to facebook - go to the photo  link  and select albums.  there you will find several to choose from and this one is named Salon International)

I'm currently working on a still life of  old metal tools which I should have ready to post in a few more days.

Until then... Happy Painting!

2013 Salon International Merit Award in the Still Life category!

Wow!  Still processing the events of the weekend!  I'm happy and honored to announce that Eggs and Enamel won the 2013 Salon International Merit Award in the Still Life category!  The Salon International is a project of the International Museum of Contemporary Masters of Fine Art and sponsored by the Greenhouse Gallery in San Antonio Texas. 

  

What a wonderful surprise when it was announced at the Awards Dinner at the Greenhouse Gallery Friday night!  I'm humbled to be recognized among the amazing art displayed in this exhibit!   It was wonderful meeting Max Ginsburg (the judge) who is a delightful man and so full of knowledge about art.  I wish I'd had a recorded to capture his words and insights!  

I met many amazing artist!  If you ave a chance to visit the Greenhouse Gallery before the exhibit ends (May 3rd) you will not be disappointed!

Communion

During this upcoming Easter Season, my church will be  exhibiting  the "Fully Alive" theme at our wonderful new gallery.   I completed a painting earlier and  posted it here (Sarah) for the exhibit.  This is a second composition for the exhibit.  "The Communion".    If you are in the area (Austin/Cedar Park) please come join us  at the exhibit opening on April 12th, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. at Hill Country Bible Church, NW campus for the best cake in town, live music and an art exhibit comprised of more than 50 artist that will amaze you!

 The Communion

Oil on Linen

11x14

Pears and Berries

Latest completed painting.   a variety of pears and  winter berries on a pastel table clothe.  I decided to do this one with dramatic lighting.  It's also on a different canvas size for me - 12x24.

Pears and Berries

12x24 (canvas size) 

Oil on Linen - custom Framed

"Sarah - Fully Alive"

One of my Granddaughters lives nearby and I have the opportunity to be a part of  special celebrations and capture  candid moments like this one captured on her birthday a couple of years ago.  When I first saw the photo, I knew I had to paint it someday... There will be an exhibit "Fully Alive" coming up and this is the  vision I  couldn't get out of my head.   Sarah enjoying a simple activity to it's fullest.   

Sarah - Fully Alive

 20x20 

Oil On Linen

Best In Show!

I'm thrilled and Honored to announce that "It's Appealing" won BEST IN SHOW!   There were 250 wonderful pieces of art juried in this show.  It was a privilege and honor to be among so many talented artist.  I'd like to express many thanks to Rae Andrews, Michael Epps and James Minor for selecting "It's Appealing" for this prestigious award!

It was VERY exciting to greet everyone at the opening exhibit tonight and a very BIG surprise when they announced the  awards!

It's Appealing

12x12 Museum - Oil on Linen

Custom Framed

"It's Appealing" has been accepted into the Imagine Exhibit

Hi  friends.  I'm pleased to announce that "It's Appealing" has been accepted into the Imagine Exhibit which will begin with a reception on February 22, 2013 at Texas Sate University in Georgetown, Texas.   If you live in the area...I hope you can come!

12 x 12

Museum wrap - Oil on Linen

Custom Framed

Daisies and Pottery

This is a WIP I'm working on.   I love the warm colors of the jug and it's color harmony with the indian motif clothe.  I still have a bit of  finishing work to do but thought I'd share the WIP (work in progress).

16x20

Oil on Linen

WIP

The 2013 Salon International

Wow!  I'm so excited!   Two of my paintings (Eggs and Enamel and Water to Wine)  have been selected to be in the Salon International (a project of the International Museum of Contemporary Masters of Fine Art) to be held at the Greenhouse Gallery in San Antonio Texas.  (click on link to view the other works selected).  It's an amazing exhibit that will be open to the public beginning the evening of April 13th with a champaign reception and going through May 3rd. If you happen to be in San Antonio, Texas during that time, I encourage you to stop by and visit this incredible exhibit... You will not be disappointed!

Eggs and Enamel

16x20

Water to Wine
9x12

Pansies

Just finished a new painting I thought you'd like.  This one features a tin can and  some beautiful pansies.

Tin Can Pansies

Oil on Linen - Size:  14x18

The Ultimate Taboret

I've been very lazy about posting and plan to change that for 2013 (New Years Resolution) although it would look as if that has not happened yet.   This is mainly because of a water  break at the house which has taken up far more time than  I would have ever  imagined!  This will all change very soon as I hope to start painting daily again so please continue  to visit my site.

The main reason for this post is to let you know of  some fabulous taboret plans that a good friend of mine has recently made available.  I got mine last night and  they are not only thorough and detailed but mapped out for those of us who  are visual.  Garry (Kravit) is a wonderful artist and designed the "Ultimate Taboret" with all the features an artist could possible want.   He also makes himself available in case  there are any questions in the building/assembly.