Inspired by Pamela Blaies

Orange Reflections

12" x 16"

oil on linen

I went to see the Sorolla exhibit at the Meadows Museum in Dallas yesterday with some artist friends. He was a very prolific artist during the late 1800s and early 1900s and painted hundreds of large (like climb-on-a-ladder-and-tape-your-brushes-to-long-sticks large) paintings! I've seen many of Sorolla's paintings in books, but seeing a photograph is nothing compared to the amazing experience of viewing his work in person. His use of color temperature to create light was fabulous. But I think what was most interesting to me was his thick, juicy paint.  I found myself looking as closely as allowed, then backing away to see the overall effect over and over again with each painting.

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Looking Forward to 2014 by Pamela Blaies

September Reflections

20" x 16"

oil on linen

Taking a break from the studio to spend time with my family over the Christmas holidays has been rejuvenating. It may seem a little early to begin thinking about spring, but I'm already getting excited about planning my schedule. I received invitations to exhibit in the Bayou City Art Festival Memorial Park in Houston, Texas and Southlake Art in the Square and I'm thrilled. They both rank at the top of the list of the best fine art festivals in the United States. I'll be participating in a few group exhibits this spring as well. Looking forward to the new year!

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Little Orange Cutie by Pamela Blaies

Little Orange Cutie

6" x 6"

oil on linen panel

Painting glass (vases, glasses, bowls, whatever) is fun! I love the way the light plays through, on and around glass - especially colored glass. This aqua blue vase with white spring flowers is the perfect complement to the little Mandarin Orange "Cutie." I focused on staying loose while painting this one by using as few strokes as possible to keep the feeling clean and fresh.

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Selected for Exhibition by Pamela Blaies

Morning Reflections

24" x 18"

oil

I am honored that Morning Reflections was juried into the 28th Texas and Neighbors Regional Art Exhibition. This exhibit will feature the work of artists from across Texas and the four neighboring states.  It will be held at the Irving Arts Center from April 20 - May 26.

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Enjoying the Spring by Pamela Blaies

Pink Hydrangea in a Blue Pitcher

20" x 30"

oil on canvas

My spring cleaning frenzy is finally over and I can enjoy the fruits of my labor. I wandered around the garden early this morning, enjoying all the new flowers and blossoming plants. My beloved hydrangea are in full bloom and very pink this year. I clipped a few and put them in this blue pitcher for painting today. I love them so much, I think I'll make another painting tomorrow with these same hydrangea!

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