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