Joyful Day by Kay Wyne

Joyful Day

Contemporary Floral Landscape

60" x 36" Oil on Gallery Wrap Canvas

Contact Kay Wyne for more info on this painting!

I love to paint on a large surface.  It is liberating to make big wide brushstrokes with a brush or apply loads of paint with a palette knife.  A 60" x 36" canvas is fun, challenging and my image/subject matter is always changing....as you can see below I did stop and take some pics along my painting journey.  

First, I had an idea in my head and thought that I would sketch it out with charcoal on the canvas.  Then I scrubbed in some colors.  And more colors.  Finally getting the white canvas covered up. 

I wanted my color palette to be in cool lavenders and greys....and some greens.  I got off-track as you can see in the fifth photo.  I cut loose with some oranges, reds, and blues.  The next day when I came into the studio, I realized that I had gotten de-railed.  So I spent more than two hours mixing wonderful purples. magentas, greens, and greys to bring the colors back to my original plan.  Of course I used huge amounts of oils and there is texture and depth to this painting.  

This painting is drying at the studio, and tomorrow is day #1 in Leslie Saeta's 30 Paintings in 30 Days Challenge.  Check out Leslie's blog...It's always fun to see what everyone is posting on a daily basis.  Thanks for looking at my blog....Have an artful day.  Kay Wyne

Color My World by Kay Wyne

Color My World

14" x 10" Oil on Canvas Panel

Contemporary Floral Landscape

Painted with vibrant oils, this contemporary landscape painting is on display and for sale at Dutch Art Gallery in Dallas, Texas.  I mixed and mixed the oils for this piece...using my trusty palette knife to mix and to apply the layers of paint.  Thanks for looking at this blog...have an artful day.  Kay

Afternoon Delight by Kay Wyne

Afternoon Delight

12" x 12" Oil on RayMar Cotton Panel

Contemporary Palette Knife Painting

Yesterday was the Artists' Reception at Dutch Art Gallery in Dallas, Texas for the "It's A Small World" exhibit.  There was a great turn-out, and this painting, "Afternoon Delight" took third place in the jurying.  (A total surprise for me, since I haven't won anything in a long time!!!)  Judges were Steve Hahn and Ellie Taylor, both fabulous artists.  Here is a pic of gallery owner Pam Massar, Ellie, Steve and I with my framed painting.

It was so much fun to meet some new collectors and artists throughout the afternoon.  It was especially fun to have friend Gwen Bell take second place and studio partner Sharon Hodges take first place in the judging.  

Sharon Hodges taking home a blue ribbon!

That cheeseburger was fabulous!!!

Pam Massar, Steve Hahn, Gwen Bell with her fabulous painting "Dog Days", and Ellie Taylor.  If you missed the opening reception, please stop by the gallery to see all of the small paintings in the show...they are wonderful.  To top off my afternoon, three of my rooster paintings sold...they flew the coop and now have a new home.  A big thank you to Pam and her staff!  Thanks for looking at this blog...send any comments or questions my way.  Kay

Afternoon Delight by Kay Wyne

Afternoon Delight

12" x 12" Oil on RayMar Cotton Panel

Contemporary Floral Landscape

I was back in the studio yesterday, and got my palette knife out and created this painting.  The paint is layered on the panel, giving it texture and depth.  I moved the paint around quite a bit once it was on the panel.  The horizon line was changed numerous times...I wanted it to fade into the background, and needed to mix my oils over and over to get a hazy far-away look. I hope the viewer will feel good looking at this painting, as if he/she is standing in the field on a beautiful, delightful afternoon.  Thanks for looking at this painting.....contact Kay for more info on this painting.  KMW

Lavender Fields by Kay Wyne - Sold

Lavender Fields

Sold

14" x 14" Oil on Gallery Wrap Canvas

Contemporary Palette Knife Painting

Contact Kay with any comments or questions.

This painting has a new home!  This is one of my Wildflower Landscapes that I painted in 2014.  I worked on a series of them, and have explored many possibilities with this subject matter.  I am starting next year out with a paint challenge, and hoping to have a creative and productive 2015.  I think I will paint whatever I feel like painting...with Roosters and Cows at the top of my list.  I hope you all have a safe and fun New Years Eve!  Kay

Flower Palette Knife Painting by Atlanta Artist, Jill Saur

©1990-2013 Flowers in Vase painting by Jill Saur, all rights reserved

I love Van Gogh.  People often associate Van Gogh with his tumultuous life and don't realize that he  was a  master artist and an expert in color theory.

A few weeks ago I was inspired to paint this thickly textured palette knife painting using brilliant azure blues, effusive reds, and warm golds.  Though spontaneously painted,  I still apply color theory and the rest of the elements of principle and design.  After concentrating on using those elements for so many years, they just seem to come naturally to me now.  So, when someone asks me how long it takes me to complete a particular painting,  I'm tempted to say, "Oh, about thirty years or so."  However, I just smile and say, "Long enough".

This 16"x20" textured acrylic palette knife flower painting is titled, "Red on Blue".  This painting sold through one of my representing galleries.  I'm extremely thankful to have folks who appreciate and love my work.  If you're interested in purchasing a similar original, please consider commissioning a painting with me.

To see more of my work, or to commission a painting, please contact me through my website.

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Lavendar Fields by Kay Wyne

Lavender Fields

14" x 14" Oil on Gallery Wrap Canvas

Contemporary Abstract Palette Knife Painting

Day # 5 of the 30/30 Paint Challenge

Thick layers of paint were applied with the palette knife.

I had mixed and mixed and mixed the paint for a large

painting in the studio yesterday.  I had large piles of greens, 

lavenders, putty, and earthy beiges.  Thanks for looking

at this blog...Kay

Lavender Landscape by Kay Wyne

Lavender Landscape

Contemporary Palette Knife Painting

14" x 14" Oil on Gallery Wrap Canvas

Ready to hang...would look great in a series

with two or three of my other landscapes the same size.

There are two more of these lavender/green painting

to be posted....Thanks for viewing...

Contact ME for more information.

Kay

Floral Palette Knife Painting by Atlanta Artist, Jill Saur

©1990-2014 Palette Knife Floral Painting by Jill Saur, all rights reserved

On Saturday, a friend brought me a pot of beautiful flowers.  I couldn't resist rendering them with my palette knife.  My new 12"x12" acrylic palette knife painting is titled, "The Wonder Of You".  I'm dedicating this painting to photographer, Lee Daniels, who passed away yesterday. - Jill Saur

This painting is available to purchase by contacting me.  CLICK HERE
To see more of my available work, please visit my website.  CLICK HERE

Hibiscus Still Life Oil Palette Knife Paintings by Marion Hedger

White Hibiscus Palette knife painting

Oil on MDF panel

15x15cm (6x6inch)

Bid now in the Daily Paintworks auction

Another hibiscus painting for the wetcanvas.com monthly challenge. This painting has a good impasto texture. The edges of the board have been painted black, making it ideal for display on a plate stand or framed in a floating frame.

Reworked Pink Hibiscus

Pink Hibiscus palette knife painting

Oil on MDF panel

15x15cm (6x6cm)

Available for purchase 62€ int. shipping included

I made a few changes to the pink hibiscus painting I posted a couple of days ago - I altered the stamen on the top flower, slightly changed the twigs and added a touch of green to indicate leaves. See the original post here

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Floral Palette Knife Painting

©1990-2013 Flowers in Vase painting by Jill Saur, all rights reserved

I love Van Gogh.  The one thing that most people seem to know is that he painted feverishly until he completed his paintings.  Don't mistake painting feverishly with painting without knowledge.  New discoveries are being made about Van Gogh and his studio practices.  Through the use of x-ray equipment and new technologies, it is being purported that Van Gogh was a highly skilled artist and an expert in color theory.  

A few weeks ago I was inspired to paint this thickly textured palette knife painting using brilliant azure blues, effusive reds, and warm golds.  Though spontaneously painted,  I still apply color theory and the rest of the elements of principle and design.  After concentrating on using those elements for so many years, they just seem to come naturally to me now.  It's the price of years and years of study.  So, when someone asks me how long it takes me to complete a particular painting,  I'm tempted to say, "Oh, about thirty years or so."  However, I just smile and say, "Long enough".

This 16"x20" textured acrylic flower palette knife painting is titled, "Red on Blue".  I was just informed by my representing gallery that it sold over the weekend.  I'm extremely thankful to have folks who appreciate and love my work.  Thank you! - Jill Saur  

To see more of my work, or to commission a painting, please contact me through my website.

CLICK HERE

Palette Knife Still Life Painting, Daily Painting, "A Rose is a Rose" by Carol Schiff, 9x12x1.5" Oil

I was in the zone of this one and able to complete it very quickly.  My palette knife was slinging paint.....maybe it had to do with the music I was playing.



Purchase here
195 + 13

 

You may recognize this set up as I have painted it before.  Last time it looked like this:

 

 

I enjoy painting the same object or scene in different styles.

 

 

 

 

www.CarolSchiffStudio.etsy.com

Floral Palette Knife Painting by Jill Saur

My 48"x48" painting, "Joyful Encounter" is featured in this months magazine,"Art Galleries and Artist's of the South", by Matilda's Art Gallery in Historic Roswell, Ga. I also had an unexpected surprise when I saw it on television this weekend on HGTV's, "Green Home Giveaway". They were filming the galleries in Historic Roswell and artworks represented by those galleries.

This painting emerged out of my imagination, which is both exciting and challenging at the same time. It might be hard to see in the photo, but the entire painting was executed with a palette knife and it's loaded with texture.

This painting is for sale at Matilda's Art Gallery in Roswell, but you can contact me through my website and I'll put you in touch with them. Thanks for viewing!  www.JillSaurFineArt.com

©1990-2012 Floral Still Life by Jill Saur

Floral Still Life on Canvas by Jill Saur

"I found I could say things with color and shapes that I couldn't say any other way, things I had no words for".  - Georgia O'Keeffe This is "Joyful Encounter".  This vibrant floral still life is an acrylic painting on canvas that measures 36"x36".  This piece has an abundant amount of texture because aside from my brush, I've used my palette knife to apply thick paint. I have been deeply inspired from the masters of the past who used rich brushstrokes to portray their art.  Paul Cezanne and Vincent Van Gogh are two of the masters that come to mind whose work I  admire. This painting is available to purchase by either contacting me through my website or visiting Matilda's Art Gallery in Historic Roswell, GA.  Thank you for viewing! - Jill Saur My website:  CLICK HERE

©199-2012 Floral Art by Jill Saur, all rights reserved

Spending Time with Friends by Pamela Blaies

Waiting for Guests to Arrive
24" x 36"
Oil on Canvas

We visited friends over the weekend and hung out in their backyard late Sunday afternoon. It has been awhile since the weather has been cool enough to spend any time outdoors. It was perfect weather - so comfortable and relaxing. There is nothing more fun than being with friends and getting to enjoy the outside. This garden scene is a backyard spruced up and ready for guests. Pillows are out and fluffed and freshly cut flowers are in a vase on the table. The sun shines in through the pillows adding sparkle to the day.

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Emma by Pamela Blaies

Emma
11" x 14"
Oil on Canvas

This little girl is so sweet! She is the niece of a friend and her name is Emma. I focused all the sunlight on her as if she were under a spotlight on stage. Sitting on a park bench, off in her own little world, she shines brighter than all the flowers in the garden.

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Laundry Day by Pamela Blaies

Laundry Day
24" x 36"
Oil on Canvas

White sheets and pale fabrics slightly billow in the breeze as they dry on the clothesline. A colorful courtyard filled with flowers and climbing vines make for a beautiful place to work on laundry day. The light, color and life in this painting are so inviting, I almost want to throw out my electric dryer and join her.

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Daisies, Monica Burnette

“There is a flower, a little flower
With silver crest and golden eye,
That welcomes every changing hour,
And weathers every sky.”
-James Montgomery

Daisies, palette knife painting

Oils on canvas, 6x6"

For sale $50
Monica Burnette

Texas Bluebonnets & Wildflowers oil paintings by Niki Gulley

"Texas Treats IV" ©2011 Niki Gulley

12" x 12" oil painting on canvas

I painted these Texas bluebonnets & Indian Blanket with extremely thick oil paint and palette knives to achieve extreme texture so that the image comes to life and leaps off the canvas! In this wildflower painting series, I've painted the scene around the edges of the canvas on 1 1/2" deep stretcher bars so that the paintings can be hung without a frame for a unique sculptural effect.

To see companion pieces for "Texas Treats IV," visit NikiGulley.com /?page_id=229, or please stop by my booth at Cottonwood Art Festival this weekend.

Cottonwood Art Festival

Saturday May 7 from 9 am to 6 pm and Sunday May 8 from 9 am to 6 pm.

Richardson, TX, Cottonwood Park is at the corner of Coit and Beltline.

Visit CottonwoodArtFestival.com for details.

E-mail Niki Gulley for more information on her bluebonnets and Texas landscape oil paintings.

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Floral Palette Knife Painting by Jill Saur "Bouquet In Pink"

In life, I see flowers as a sign of hope that beautiful things can emerge from the winter of our lives.  I often visit my local farmers market to pick out my own flowers for a still life subject.  Texture abounds in this 11"14" acrylic palette knife painting on canvas.  Applying thick amounts of paint on the canvas adds a sumptuous quality that is irresistible to look at and touch. 

If you are interested in this piece or would like to see more of my work.  Please visit my website.  I invite you to become a collector and experience the joy of owning original artwork that uplifts and inspires.  

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©2011 "Bouquet In Pink" by Jill Saur, all rights reserved