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"Art with Heart and Colour"
Wednesday, December 19, 2018
"Christmas Stars" by Paula Formanek
My 'Christmas Stars', oil on canvas, 40 x 50 cm original painting ... see it now at Mcmahons House of Flowers ...
Tuesday, December 18, 2018
Original oil paintings by Karen Tarlton palette knife fine art impressionism
Holy Cow! Christmas is almost here. Just one more day to ship paintings to get them to collectors in time. Tick tock!
Monday, December 17, 2018
November Seascape, Small Oil Painting, Daily Painting, 5x7" Oil on panel
We are back in Florida, to spend the holidays with our family. It is so wonderful to be back on the coast.
Smelling the salt air, hearing rhythmic sound of the waves and screeching sea gulls. Life is good when you have sand between your toes!
What can be more soothing than the waves rushing to shore?
I have to admit, I don't have the courage to paint on the beach. This piece was done using a photo I took, during my morning walk.
Have a beachy day!
Carol Schiff
www.CarolASchiff.com
www.CarolSchiffStudio.etsy.com
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What can be more soothing than the waves rushing to shore?
I have to admit, I don't have the courage to paint on the beach. This piece was done using a photo I took, during my morning walk.
Have a beachy day!
Carol Schiff
www.CarolASchiff.com
www.CarolSchiffStudio.etsy.com
Saturday, December 15, 2018
Seagull Painting, Wildlife Painting, Bird Painting, Small Oil Painting, Daily Painting,
I love color, especially all the luscious paint colors available. I decided to shake things up a bit. I painted with a limited palette of only one red, one blue, one yellow and white. This was rather confining for me. To make it even a little more difficult, I chose to paint a scene without much color of any type.
I was pleasantly surprised by the beautifully harmonious results. The color, in this piece is very subtle, but none the less, I enjoy it!
I will be trying this technique again!
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| Jonathan Livingston Seagull lives on! |
Carol Schiff
Thursday, December 13, 2018
Original Red Hibiscus Oil Painting, Floral Painting, Small Oil Painting, Daily Painting, 6x8" SOLD
One of the joys of living in Florida are the almost year round flowers in our landscapes. Hibiscus is one of the most used here, and with good reason. They are easy to grow, beautiful and available in many colors and one of the first to bloom in the spring and late in the winter season.
This one is a study in reds. Elio Camacho states that red is the most difficult color to paint. When you can paint a "red" painting, you have arrived (in the art world).
This does not qualify as a "red" painting in my mind. A "red" study usually has several red objects, each with it's own shades of red.
Still, this is good practice.
Elio likes to present his more advanced students with set ups that are all yellow, or blue, or green etc. It is only the bravest who attempt the dreaded "all red" set up.
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This does not qualify as a "red" painting in my mind. A "red" study usually has several red objects, each with it's own shades of red.
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Elio likes to present his more advanced students with set ups that are all yellow, or blue, or green etc. It is only the bravest who attempt the dreaded "all red" set up.
Thanks for viewing my blog today.
www.CarolSchiffStudio.blogspot.com
Wednesday, December 12, 2018
Angel with Flowers painting palette knife fine art impressionism by Karen Tarlton
When your heart speaks, take good notes.
~ Judith Campbell
"Heart to Heart" by Judy Mackey
December Sale:
Heart to Heart
24 x 12 x 1.5 inches, oil on stretched canvas
50% off at $150.00
24 x 12 x 1.5 inches, oil on stretched canvas
50% off at $150.00
Tuesday, December 11, 2018
Tropical Landscape Painting, Daily Painting, Florida Painting, "Conchy Joe's" by Carol Schiff, 16x20" Oil
Everybody loves tropical landscape, especially me! This painting is from a few years back and depicts a much beloved part of our community. "Conchy Joe's" was a seafood eatery located on the banks of the intracoastal waterway.
The original has sold, but I am pleased to be able to offer a giclee print at the link under the image.
The eatery is still there, but under a new name and for me, much of the charm has been lost. I am glad I painted this scene, while it was a popular and vibrant location, filled with local memorabilia.
This painting was featured as the Art Works poster art several years ago.
Thank you for viewing my blog today.
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The eatery is still there, but under a new name and for me, much of the charm has been lost. I am glad I painted this scene, while it was a popular and vibrant location, filled with local memorabilia.
This painting was featured as the Art Works poster art several years ago.
Thank you for viewing my blog today.
www.CarolSchiffStudio.blogspot.com
It's Beginning to Look Like Christmas by Texas Artist Kathy Baker Mackey
It's Beginning to Look Like Christmas
4x4 Oil
www.kmac.faso.com
www.kathybakermackeyart.com
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A self-taught artist and a late bloomer. I began painting as an outlet while attending college, in mid-life. My field of study was demanding and stressful and I needed a creative outlet. I fell in love with the feel of the brush and paint as it flowed on the canvas. I continue to be blessed to study with some awesome gifted artists. The most important roles in my life, wife, mother and grandmother, I was a "early bloomer" but there are many joys in being a late bloomer. God has richly blessed me. I sing His praises through brush strokes and color.
Monday, December 10, 2018
"Poppy in Fields of Lavender" by Lynda Cookson
I recently had reason to send this little number out as a printable digital image ... and it's so nice to be reminded of the times specific paintings were created in :-) This one looked a little Christmassy ... I suppose the red did it!
"Poppy in Fields of Lavender" by Lynda Cookson
Sunday, December 9, 2018
Abstract Seascape, Daily Painting, Abstract Mxed Media "Sea Rhythm" 6x8" SOLD
The sea is so fascinating to me. I love the thought of all the life under the surface of the sea....movement as the waves are pulled to the shore, tiny sea creatures burrowing into the sand..........
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So many interesting and exciting things going on that we are totally unaware of. All we see is the beautiful surface of the sea.
This piece is inspired by that thought. The paint is an example of pouring technique, along with texture and metallic elements. Although the metallic has photographed in a warm color, it is actually silver. Much experimenting going on in my studio these days. Feel free to pin it!
Friday, December 7, 2018
Pet Painting, Cat Painting, Daily Painting, Small Oil Painting
This cat lives at our local art supply store. My art group, Pieces of Eight, meets there each week, and we spend the morning creating, visiting, challenging.....and then have lunch together.
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Thursday, December 6, 2018
Gallery on Ross's Fine Art Auctioneers
Christmas is coming up and I have a small range of paintings for sale at Ross's Fine Art Auction House.
This is the link : https://www.rosss.com/artist/lynda-cookson/8330/
This is the link : https://www.rosss.com/artist/lynda-cookson/8330/
And these are the paintings and the links:
Wednesday, December 5, 2018
San Diego Starry Skyline painting by Karen Tarlton palette knife fine art impressionism
t's not only the color thing that thrills me, it's the texture. Lots of broken color helps leave a soft coastal impression I think.
"San Diego Skyline Morning Haze" 24x24 ~karensfineart.net
"End of Day" by Paula Formanek
What's on My Easel? 🎨
Just completed ... 'End of Day', thick oil impasto on birch, 15 x 20 cm ... part of my 'Sun Wonders Series' ... I love how the colours of the sky change in the evening and filter through the trees ... based on a photograph I took not far from my home on the Rideau Canal.
Just completed ... 'End of Day', thick oil impasto on birch, 15 x 20 cm ... part of my 'Sun Wonders Series' ... I love how the colours of the sky change in the evening and filter through the trees ... based on a photograph I took not far from my home on the Rideau Canal.
"End of Day" by Paula Formanek
Abstracts by Marion Hedger
These small paintings are a way of exploring ideas which may or may not be taken further in a larger painting. I'm not a sketchbook type of person so this is my way of trying different colour combos and marks.
For sale 55€+5€p&p. My website for contact details is below.
For sale 55€+5€p&p. My website for contact details is below.
White Rose Painting, 8x10x1.5" Flower Still Life, Flower Painting, Floral Painting, SOLD
Birthday Flowers!!
Way back in December, my son and his wife sent me some beautiful flowers for my birthday. The first thing I did was photograph them. Then I forgot about the photos!
I finally found them last week, and decided to try my hand at one. I am very intimidated by flowers. They seem so complex and I rarely meet that sweet spot between too little or too much detail. I am not so sure about this one, but I do like the colors.
Try, try and try again!
Carol Schiff
www.CarolSchiffStudio.etsy.com
www.CarolSchiffStudio.blogger.com
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I finally found them last week, and decided to try my hand at one. I am very intimidated by flowers. They seem so complex and I rarely meet that sweet spot between too little or too much detail. I am not so sure about this one, but I do like the colors.
Try, try and try again!
Carol Schiff
www.CarolSchiffStudio.etsy.com
www.CarolSchiffStudio.blogger.com
"Texas" by Judy Mackey
December Sale:
"Texas"
20 x 20 x 1.5 inches, oil on stretched Canvas.
$195.00
Click here to Purchase: https://judymackey.com/
"Season's First Tulips" by Lynda Cookson
In my quest to make more space in my studio I have sent collections of paintings to Ross's Fine Art Auctioneers in Belfast. They work closely with Gallery 1608 in Northern Ireland ... and I work with Gallery 1608.
Today (5 November 2018) this painting, "Season's First Tulips" goes on auction. The auction ends at 7pm but if not sold, will be available for purchase from their showroom.
More paintings available there in the coming weeks .....
Today (5 November 2018) this painting, "Season's First Tulips" goes on auction. The auction ends at 7pm but if not sold, will be available for purchase from their showroom.
More paintings available there in the coming weeks .....
Monday, December 3, 2018
Marsh Landscape with herons, Daily Painting, Small Oil Painting, 9x12x.75" Oil SOLD
This little painting on linen, is a study for a 30x40" commission that I am working on.
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!
www.CarolSchiffStudio.blogspot.com
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I painted several small studies, until the client was happy with the composition.
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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!
www.CarolSchiffStudio.blogspot.com
"Surging" by Lynda Cookson
This one is still available in my studio.
For some years I have kept it for myself LOL
He'll go at the right time and to the right person.
"Surging" by Lynda Cookson
Sunday, December 2, 2018
"Hot Fields of Lilac" by Lynda Cookson
This is a painting created and sold some years ago ... but I was feeling cold this morning and needed something warm to look at!! LOL
"Hot Fields of Lilac" by Lynda Cookson
https://LyndaCookson.blogspot.fr
Saturday, December 1, 2018
Oil paintings by Karen Tarlton sunflowers and Rain Romance palette knife impressionsim
A couple new favorites.
I can't believe it's already December and off we go.
I'm delighted to paint for so many of your Christmas and holiday gifts......such a joy.
Daily Painting, Small Oil Painting, Seascape Painting, 12x12x1.5" Oil
I am still in a seascape frame of mind.
This is worked with a palette knife. I enjoy lots of texture, so I left it on this piece. Maybe it is more of a skyscape? Maybe it is more abstract or impressionistic? Whatever it is, it reflects my mood at the time, which I think, is the point of painting.
Thanks for viewing my blog today.
www.CarolSchiffStudio.blogspot.com
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www.CarolSchiffStudio.etsy.com
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Thanks for viewing my blog today.
www.CarolSchiffStudio.blogspot.com
www.CarolASchiff.com
www.CarolSchiffStudio.etsy.com
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