Friday, March 31, 2017

Fall Landscape Tree Painting, Small Oil Painting, Daily Painting, 9x12 Autumn Painting

I might live in Florida, but in the fall, I want to see orange and red trees.   So I always head to North Carolina for my autumn fix.  Well technically, it is still autumn!



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I call this painting "Big Brother" for obvious reasons.  It was really the small dogwood tree that caught my eye.  How could I miss it....right outside my window?

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Fall colors can be so bright, it is easy to overdue them in paintings.  My goal here was to paint something believable even though my eyes and my brain we telling me it could be brighter.





Thanks for visiting today!

Carol Schiff

Thursday, March 30, 2017

Beach Day

Oil on board
9x12
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Skier, Ski Art Paintings,Winter Art,Colorado Mountain Snow "Mogul Master" by Colorado Impressionist Judith Babcock



 Figurative, Skier

 11x14 Oil on Canvas/Available

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Wildlife Painting, Small Oil Painting, Daily Painting, "Gray Squirrel" by Carol Schiff, 6x8" Oil SOLD

Have you ever tried to photograph wildlife?  I have, and consider it an exercise in frustration.  Many blurred images later, my friend and photographer, Ted Fuhrer, offered me the use of his images.  Thanks so much, Ted.

SOLD
This little guy looks very inquisitive and ready to bolt at the least movement.

  I enjoyed experimenting with painting his fur and directing the viewer's eye.  The animal is much the same color as the background in this scene.

 I put it in one of my black frames.  They seem to work perfectly for just about any painting.

Happy day to you!

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Wednesday, March 29, 2017

Four Seasons Abstract Painting - Autumn, Daily Painting, Small Oil Painting, 4x12x.75" Oil

Today I am posting the 3rd of my abstract Four Seasons Series, Autumn.

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 My goal was to represent each season, in an abstract form, using only color.  With this piece, I was thinking of pumpkins, falling leaves and shockingly blue skies.


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Above is spring.

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And this is Summer.

I will be posting "Winter" soon.

I had fun with this series and hopefully, I "stretched" by abstract skills a little.





Thanks for reading my blog today.

Carol Schiff

Tuesday, March 28, 2017

Original Palette Knife Aspen Tree Landscape Painting "Mountain Spring" by Colorado Impressionist Judith Babcock



    FRESH OFF THE EASEL....

   24"x36"x1.5" Oil on Canvas

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A Gulf Morning by Jane Boyd Contemporary Impressionistic Painter

The colours of the gulf this morning...a plein air painting.....
Size: 6" x 6" palette knife oil on canvas panel.




Pansy Painting, Flower Painting, Daily Painting, Small Oil Painting, "Perky Pansies" by Carol Schiff, 6x8" Oil, SOLD

On a cold January morning a flower painting seems perfect to start the day.

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This little piece sold at our group Christmas sale last month.  Thank you Helen Wheatly for your purchase and your very kind words.

When I see pansies, one of my favorite flowers, I always remember coming to visit my grandmother.  We lived in Ohio and a winter trip to Florida was always welcomed.  My grandmother would always have her yard planted with pansies, which are a winter flower in Florida.

Stay warm today....wherever you are!

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"Value Study French Cafe" by Southern California Palette Knife Artist Garry Abel


8" x 10"
Oil on Canvas Board

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Garry is a permanent artist at the Cove Gallery in Laguna Beach CA


"Value Study Hibiscus" by Southern California Palette Knife Artist Garry Abel


8" x 10" 
Oil on Canvas Board

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Garry is a permanent artist at the Cove Gallery in Laguna Beach CA


"Oak Street Beach" by Southern California Palette Knife Artist Garry Abel


6" x 8"
Oil on Canvas Board

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"Main Beach Laguna Beach II" by Southern California Palette Knife Artist Garry Abel


9" x 12"
Oil on Canvas

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"Heisler Park Sunset II" by Southern California Palette Knife Artist Garry Abel


11" x 14"
Oil on Canvas

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Monday, March 27, 2017

Seascape Oil Painting, Daily Painting, Wave Painting, "Wall of Water" 16x20x.75" Oil SOLD

Lately, I have been painting seascapes.  I always love painting and viewing seascapes.  It's almost as soothing to me as a trip to the beach.

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 Of course, the first step for me IS a trip to the beach.  I  pick a day with my trusty camera and head for the sand.  I count myself lucky if I get a few interesting shots.

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For this painting, I used images from a trip to Barbados.




For the time being, I have hung this on my studio wall.  It transports me to the sea each time I see it.
Isn't art wonderful?!

Thanks for viewing my art today.

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"Tulips in Blue Glass" by Lynda Cookson

Sunday, March 26, 2017

Marsh Landscape with herons, Daily Painting, Small Oil Painting, 9x12x.75" Oil

This little painting on linen, is a study for a 30x40" commission that I am working on.


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I painted several small studies, until the client was happy with the composition.


I think this has a slightly "romantic"feel about it, quite different than my usual pieces.  I kept the brushwork and the colors softer than my usual works.

When I first started painting, there were so many rules to learn.  I never knew what the finished piece would look like and usually started without a specific feel in mind.  After all these years, I am finally feeling a little control in my work, but, oh so much more to learn!

I know for me, this is the appeal of painting, always trying to challenge myself and escalate my skills.  Very frustrating and also very rewarding and ALWAYS interesting!

Have a great day!

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Saturday, March 25, 2017

Dog Portrait, Daily Painting, Small Oil Painting, 16x20x1.5 Animal Painting, SOLD

Today, I am posting a commission painting.  I find that doing a commission is a whole different ball game.  Do you agree?
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 The client was asking for three paintings of his two dogs.  One of each, and one of both animals.

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This is the first painting.  I always second guessing myself when I work on a commission.  Does the client want this, or do that want that.  Is it too dull for them, or too bright, or too much detail, or not enough.  It is hard guessing what a perfect stranger would like!

Add to that the dreaded deadline!  In this case, I had only a short time to complete the artwork, due to my schedule.  What if I failed and produce a suitable painting in the allotted time?

While commissions are stressful for me, I always welcome them.....I just have to remeber the sense of accomplishment I have, when the project is accepted by the client.

I believe a little stretch is good for everyone, especially us artists


Thanks for reading my blog today......and keep painting!

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Palette Knife Aspen Tree Impressionist Landscape Painting “Colorado Majesty” by Colorado Impressionist Judith Babcock

 FRESH OFF THE EASEL...

 18"x14"x1.5" Oil on Canvas /Available

 Original Palette Knife Flower Painting

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Friday, March 24, 2017

Abstract Painting, Four Seasons Series - Winter, Small Abstract Oil Paintings, 4x12x.75" Oil on Canvas

This is the final installment of my Four Seasons Series, Winter.

With each painting, I tried to capture the feeling, of the season of the year, using only color.  It was a fun project to do.

Winter
 This is not a good picture of "Winter" The actual painting has much more color variation and saturation.  Try as I might, I could not get a better image.

Spring

Tried to capture that "spring" feeling of new grass, flowering trees etc.

Summer

Summer...hot and salty....time for the beach!

Autumn

Autumn, falling leaves against bright blue skies.
Thanks for viewing my art today!




Carol Schiff

Escape by Jane Boyd Contemporary Impressionistic Painter

A place to escape ... in one's head...!
Size:11" x 14" oil on canvas panel......



"Fairground" by Lynda Cookson

There's a fairground being set up in our local town of Josselin - probably by this weekend - so in celebration of me hopefully getting there to take pics .... here's "Fairground" ... one of my favourites for sale from my studio ...






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Thursday, March 23, 2017

Slip Into Spring

The feeling of Spring is in the air....soon the ice will leave the lake...could the opening of the cottage be not too far away.....
Size: 12" x 12" oil on canvas





Daily Painting, Floral Art, Small Oil Painting, Sunflower Painting, "SunnyFlowers" by Carol Schiff, 6x8" Oil

Don't you just love sun flowers?  What could be unlikable about a giant flower, one you have to look up to?  Sunny, bright and full of energy with their big brown eyes and bobbing heads....they always make me happy.

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 I wanted to do  a tribute to them, something free and full of movement.  I worked with my palette knife and tried to pop the color.  I left plenty of texture because I want this painting to be touched.



I enjoy my work in simple black frames.  A black frame is always complimentary, it showcases the painting so well.

Thanks for viewing my art today.

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'Through The Aspen Trees' (Diptych #1')

http://artolena.com/aspen-trees-diptych-1/    'Through The Aspen Trees' (Diptych #1') by Lena Owens  Painting on Wrapped Canvas (Palette Knife) Autumn is a time when sugar and cinnamon colors crowd every corner of the streets and every leaf seems to turn into flowers. Even when under a light blue sky, the wind sends a chill contrasting the warmth of the atmosphere.  #OLenaArt #LenaOwens #scenic #nature #birchtrees


Palette Knife Colorado Landscape Painting "Prairie View" by Colorado Impressionist Judith Babcock



      9"x12" Palette Knife Oil Landscape Painting

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      Original Palette Knife Landscape Painting

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Wednesday, March 22, 2017

Daily Painting, Small Oil Paintings by Carol Schiff

I wanted to do a short post, and show you my ad on Folt Bolt.  What is Folt Bolt you ask?  Basically an online advertising agency out of Australia.  I found them on Facebook  and decided to give them a try.  I think it was worth it as it received over 600 likes.



I also wanted to show you this photo of a client's husband receiving his birthday present.



I love when a client takes the time to express how pleased they are with their new painting.  The little girl, who is the subject of the painting, looks pretty happy too.  

Thanks for visiting my blog today.

Carol Schiff



Tuesday, March 21, 2017

Rose Trellis Oil Painting, Garden Painting, 8x8x1.5" Small Landscape

I have always had a vision of the perfect garden, and it has always included a rose trellis.  Alas, it is not to be, for me.   But, I can paint one!


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 Actually, now that I think about it, this is much more my style.  No maintenance required!



Have a rosey day!

Carol Schiff
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Dark Denim Sea by Jane Boyd Contemporary Impressionist Painter


The memory of crossing from the Mediterranean Sea into the Aegean Sea....the colour was an inky denim blue....so unexpected.
Size: 16" x 20" palette knife painting,oil on canvas




Original Palette Knife Abstract Horse Painting "Neigh Neighs Three" by Colorado Impressionist Judith Babcock


Original Palette Knife Painting

15"x30" Oil on Canvas/Available

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"Peony Rainbow" by Lynda Cookson

Happy Tuesday everyone! Bon Mardi!

We're in the throes of packing up our entire household to go traveling, and I so needed to find something cheerful to make me smile. "Peony Rainbow" is just the thing ... just click the image ...



Monday, March 20, 2017

SWAN REFLECTIONS, SOLD


Until a few years ago, I was a runner. Now, with back problems and a bad knee, I walk for exercise. There is one special route I like, no traffic and no scary dogs. While walking this route I pass a pond with two lovely swans. Usually I go in the morning and they just sparkle in the sunlight. This is a pastel I did of one. It is 9x11, matted to 16x18.


9x11 pastel matted to 16x18



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