Friday, September 30, 2011
ROXENE SLOATE PAINTINGS
This painting is very special to me as it was juried into the 60th Annual All Florida Exhibition at the Boca Raton Museum of Art. It was done at a wetlands that I often visit as the light and moods are
always changing. To see more of my work check out my website: roxenesloate.com
Dog Faces by Sharon Guy
Waking Up
Acrylic on panel, 8 in. x 10 in.
I'm working on a series of dog paintings. I'm collecting photographs of dogs to paint, especially close-ups of dog faces. Big dogs, small, dogs, fancy dogs, and shelter mutts.
Sharon Guy Art
Thursday, September 29, 2011
Daily Painting 1318 Glowing Sunset
Its oil on masonite, 5 x 7 inches. This was another one of my paintings where I started the background and let it dry and then worked on top. The different texture on the palm fronds is from a color shaper tool, its a lot of fun to use. $100.
Diane Mannion, COWGIRL YOGI
Diane Mannion, COWGIRL YOGI, 10x8" oil
Yes... we have cowgirls in Florida! And ones that do yoga, too!
Lynn Morgan Contemporary Pastel Paintings
"Old Town Saturday Night"
12" x 18"
Pastel
See more of my work and visit my blog
at
www.LynnMorganGallery.com
12" x 18"
Pastel
See more of my work and visit my blog
at
www.LynnMorganGallery.com
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Weeki Wachee Mermaid, a Vintage Florida Oil Painting by Judy Batterson
Weeki Wachee Springs was quite a big attraction in Florida from the 1940's -70's. The mermaid show was great underwater entertainment. Mermaids used tubes of air as they performed gracefully. Today Weeki Wachee Springs is a State Park and has Florida's only spring fed water park, along with canoes, kayaks,and a revival of the mermaid shows. 5 x 7" original oil.
Paintings of Children at the Beach by Sharon Guy
Building Sandcastles,
Watercolor, 8 in. x 6 in.
I enjoy sketching and painting children playing on the beach. I did this watercolor on site. I had to work quickly to capture the scene before the children moved. Fortunately, they stayed in the same positions while they worked on their project.
Sharon Guy Art
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Daily Painting 1317 Stormy Beach
Its 5 x 7 inches, oil on masonite. This was a fun one for me, I had started it awhile ago by putting the cloud glow in, I didn't want to throw away that nice bright color, it was some left over paint. Plus I like to have a start on a panel, it helps me think up something to paint.
Monday, September 26, 2011
Daily Painting 1316 The Elegant Departure American Egret Painting
Its 8 x 10, oil on plywood. I had this underway for awhile, I had it all finished except for the bird's beaks which were not showing up well. I had to let it dry and then paint over them. Of course then I tweaked here and there a bit more, I feel happy with it now.
Art of the Beach by Sharon Guy
Oil on canvas, 10 in. x 8 in.
A girl rests on the edge of the water, lost in her thoughts.
Sharon Guy Art
Saturday, September 24, 2011
"Provencal Skyline-Brantes", 5x7, oil on board-$150 by Maryanne Jacobsen
"Provencal Skyline-Brantes", 5x7, oil on board-$150 I must confess that after working for two days on that lackluster painting of a dreary garden in Denmark, I needed a pick-me -upper. So I went back to the place where my heart has always been from a very young age- Provence.
I won't bore you with the details of why my heart is most likely as French as truffles, but in truth I suspect that it is, was and always will be.
I must also give credit to Deborah Lawrenson, British author extraordinaire and art collector for tugging my heartstrings with the recent reading of her book, "The Lantern". Her vibrant imagery of the Provencal landscape re-awakened my desire to paint more paintings of this incredibly medieval, mystical, captivating and majestic place.
If you would like to purchase this painting, please visit my blog at PaintDance and use the Paypal button.
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Chef John
Diane Mannion, Chef John, 10x8" oil
Chef John posed for us at the Venice Art Center with his sharp knife and giant soup ladle.
Friday, September 23, 2011
Daily Painting 1315 Sky Aglow Florida Sunset
Its 8 x 10, oil on plywood, I was trying to get lots of depth in this one.
American White Ibis
Ibis
Oil on canvas, 10 in. x 8 in.
The American White Ibis feeds in the shallow water along the edge of the shore. They are fairly common in Florida. The sun was shining on the bird's white plumage when I took my reference photo.
Sharon Guy Art
Thursday, September 22, 2011
Daily Painting 1314 Blooming Water Lily
I am real happy how this one came out, it looks big even though its a miniature, 4 x 6 inches, oil on masonite, lots of nice, rich textures.
Portrait of a Dog
Dark Eyes,
Oil on panel, 8 in. x 6 in.
This is a portrait of my dog, Leo. He looked up from his nap while I took his photo. I've been sketching and taking pictures of my two dogs. His eyes are remarkable. I think it is important to get the eyes right in a pet portrait. If the eyes are right, the rest of the painting will follow.
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Wednesday, September 21, 2011
A Day at the Beach, Beach Art by Judy Batterson
A day at the beach means palm trees, sand dunes, sea oats, a sandy path perhaps with a treasure from the sea, and sailboats catching the ocean breeze. I put all of these in this painting to capture the feel of a Florida beach day. The only thing missing is you! 5 x 7" original oil.
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Monday, September 19, 2011
Daily Painting 1312 Poincianas on the Indian River
Its oil on masonite, very nice textures, 5 x 7 inches,
Sunday, September 18, 2011
Studying Seagulls
Study of Gull
Watercolor, 8 in. x 6 in.
I did a preliminary drawing of a seagull from life, then I painted a watercolor. A few gulls stayed fairly close to my chair while I studied them. They stood fairly still while they groomed themselves and took short naps.
Sharon Guy Art
Saturday, September 17, 2011
"Blue Door-Provence", 5x7, oil on board-by Maryanne Jacobsen
"Blue Door-Provence", 5x7, oil on board-$150- by Maryanne Jacobsen
What's not to like about Provence?
Old medieval villages perched on mountainsides like teetering wedding cakes bask in the golden sunlight all year long- the limestone turning from orange to soft pink as the sun sinks lower into the horizon at sundown. Bright blue doors and shutters provide just the right impressionist vibration against that orange glow of the old walls, and the various mountain ranges (Alps, Vaucluse and Luberon) fade to soft purples and grayish blues as they recede into the distance of the backdrop.
I recently finished Deborah Lawrenson's beautiful book, "The Lantern", and I have wanted to do another painting of Provence while her vibrant imagery of the region is still fresh in my mind. The setting for this modern Gothic romantic novel is Provence, and I highly recommend this book for anyone who loves all things Provence! Please check out the book here, and take a moment to visit Deborah's lovely blog here.
I hope to do more paintings of Provence in the future, and Deborah was generous in sending me some photos of that glorious golden light falling into bewitching patterns across her lovely property in Provence. The scene above is typical of the little villages that can be found throughout Provence, each having their own distinct personalities. As an impressionist painter, I am very envious of that lovely soft, diffused light quality that pervades the Mediterranean region.
If you would like to purchase this painting, please visit my blog at Paint Dance and use the Paypal button there.
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Friday, September 16, 2011
Morning Palm
Diane Mannion, MORNING PALM, 6x6" oil
Some mornings, it's too beautiful to think about walking the dogs, going to the gym, or even painting. Just happy to look across the street and see the sun rise behind the neighbors house.
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Study of a Cat
Orange Tabby
7 in. x 5 in.
Lately, I've been staying inside and painting cat's and dogs.
Sharon Guy Art
COWBOY BOOTS
Diane Mannion, COWBOY BOOTS, 10x8" oil
Although we have lots of cowboys in Florida, these boots are from Texas.
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Daily Painting 1310 Thunderheads Out West
Old time Florida, the clouds are building up in the afternoon. The painting is 5 x 7 inches, oil on masonite, lots of texture. $100.
Fiery Sunset, Tropical Sunsets in Red and Oranges by Judy Batterson
Every sunset is different. Sometimes the sun seems so close that it is like a ball of fire turning the surroundings red. This sunset had fiery streaks in the sky which were reflected in the water. The palms were silhouetted against this breathtaking color. A true brilliance of light captured! 5 x 7" original oil painting.
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Daily Painting 1309 Wild Flowers
Its oil on masonite, 5 x 7 inches. Lots of nice thick textures in this one. $100.
Monday, September 12, 2011
Jack 'n Jill
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| 11x14 oil on canvas Janice Filkins |
Commissioned painting of these two big sweet dogs is not available. For a limited time I am excepting commissions. E-mail me at janilori2@gmail.com for information.
Sunday, September 11, 2011
"Morning Jaunt- Cabbage Key", 5x7, oil on board- by Maryanne Jacobsen
"Morning Jaunt- Cabbage Key", 5x7, oil on board-$100-sale price!Cabbage Key is a small island in southwest Florida, accessible only by boat. There's a marina there where one can see all types of boats, moored for fishing or hanging out for lunch at The Cabbage Key Inn, where one can put their dollar bill on the wall just to prove they were there. It's a noted fact that Ernest Hemingway hung out at the bar there, and also rumored that Jimmy Buffett wrote "Cheeseburger in Paradise" after visiting Cabbage Key.
The island is lovely in the autumn and winter months where one can hike the nature trails without humidity, or just relax , Old Florida style. If you're looking for fast boats and glitz, Cabbage Key is not for you. But if you want to drop off the grid for a day or two, take the trip. Be sure to visit pristine Cayo Costa while you're there. It's just an island away. You can have a picnic lunch on the beach with egrets and watch dolphins frolicking.
Yup, enjoy life in the slow lane, just like this old boat.
If you would like to purchase"Morning Jaunt- Cabbage Key", which was painted with a palette knife, just send me an email at maryannejacobsen@aol.com and I'll send you an invoice via Paypal. To read more about Cabbage Key, you can go here.
ROXENE SLOATE PAINTINGS
Another apple painting from life. Each time I see something different! To see more of my work check out my website: roxenesloate.com
Daily Painting 1308 South Beach Sea Grapes
Its oil on masonite, 5 x 7 inches. I did the background and saw the trees, brought them out. I painted it at the Art Bank at the open studio and a new lady said they looked like the sea grapes at South Beach so I had my title. $100.
Saturday, September 10, 2011
Friday, September 9, 2011
Daily Painting 1307 No Name yet
I have been working off and on this one for awhile, its finally finished. Its 12 x 16 inches, oil on plywood.
ROXENE SLOATE PAINTINGS
Just started a new series of apples. Painting from life is always the best! Check out my website: roxenesloate.com
Thursday, September 8, 2011
Daily Painting 1306 Twilight Forest gumbo limbos
I had no idea what to paint so I thinned my paints way down and made the background, letting the oil paints flow like water colors. I looked at the result and I could see the trees so I removed some paint and added more and started having fun.I think they look a lot like gumbo limbo or tourist trees. This wasn't planned it just happened that way. Do you know why the gumbo limbo is also called the tourist tree?
Its 5 x 7 inches, oil on masonite,
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
Simply Palms, Florida Oil Landscape by Judy Batterson
Palms reflected in the water stir memories of Florida. The clouds in the sky are mirrored in the water with the reeds and grasses. The darker palms stand out against the background. A true Florida scene. 5 x 7" original oil painting.
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