Reeds and Red Boat, Soft Impressionistic Plein Air Painting by Judy Batterson, Florida artist

Central Florida has so many beautiful lakes. This was painted at Lake Jessamine in Orlando. Across from where I set up my easel, was a small cove where a little red rowboat was pulled up into the reeds. The early morning light made soft atmospheric blocks of color. And the lily pads made a peaceful scene. 9x12 original oil.

Tropical Landscape Painting, "Coconut Palms" by Carol Schiff, 6x8" Oil

A few weeks ago, I was hanging out at one of my favorite places, Eau Gallie Yacht Club.  It is a gorgeous facility sitting on Florida's intra-coastal waterway.  I was sitting outside, enjoying a glass of wine and watching my grandson paddleboard, surrounded by dolphins.  Suddenly I noticed three palms filled with coconuts.

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I love the fact that I can pull out my cell and take photos anywhere.  In the old days (before last year) I would miss lots of photo opportunities when I left the house without a camera.

Computers have truely changed our lives.  I remember reading a few years ago, about an undercover invention that was going to change mankind.  Come to find out....it was the Segway!  Ha!

Oh well, one life changing invention in a life time is all I can ask for.....and that is the internet.


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Wild and Wacky Wednesday, "A Perfect Summer Day" 6x8 Oil

When I see this painting, I always picture myself on a porch swing with a cool glass of lemonade and a good book.

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What more could I ask for...sunlight, a bicycle, lots of flowers and plants and a beautiful view.  Heaven!

But, summer is almost gone and it's time for this painting to leave too.  Originally priced at $95.00 and marked down to $75.00, it's a bargain.  Today is Wild and Wacky Wednesday which means that today only, when you purchase this painting, I will immediately refund you $10.00 bringing your cost down to $65.00.  Now, that's  bargain!

To get the discount, you must write "Wild and Wacky Wednesday" on your order.  This offer expires at midnight Sept. 18, 2013.



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"BFF" by Carol Schiff

I just returned from a few weeks in the mountains of western North Carolina. We have an October trip planned, to take in the beautiful fall colors, which I am really anticipating. Until then, I will have to be satisfied with our Florida type of tree. They have a beauty of their own....not really big leaves or bright colors, but graceful palms and huge live oaks draped in Spanish moss and with limbs that seem to be a mile long.

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These don't have Spanish moss, but I was taken by their entwined limbs, like they are giving each other a hug and will be best friends forever.

I painted this with a palette knife and I used a technique I call "color weaving".  It gives me lots of texture and I can get really subtle color changes.  I have a nice wide molding in a dark wood tone that I will use to frame this one.  I think it will make it pop off the wall!

I hope to get many photos of fall color in the mountains next month....it's my favorite time of the year!

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Still Life Floral Painting, "Pretty In Pink" by Carol Schiff, 11x14" Oil

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WILD AND WACKY WEDNESDAY AT CAROL SCHIFF STUDIO

A few years ago, I did a series of pieces of fruits, cut in half, and with soft back lighting.  I feel it was a successful series, I had lots of fun doing them, and all but two found new homes.  My "Strawberry Half" was actually the first of the series and one of my favorites.  I am so surprised it is still here!

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Already on sale, and a bargin at it's present price, it is WILD AND WACKY WEDNESDAY,  and for today only I will send you a REBATE OF $10.00 when you purchase this adorable painting.  Don't forget....you must write WILD AND WACKY WEDNESDAY on the order.  Otherwise, I won't know you saw it here and will not be sending out that $10.00.  There is a place on the order for your comments so just write it there.  Offer expires 9/11/13 at midnight EDT.

Au revoir
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1514 Lazy Day on the Indian River

I did this one awhile back, put it aside because I wanted to add the birds.  The plants to the left of the coconut palm are a succulent with red flowers.  They spread from many tiny plant-lets on each leaf so some people call them Mother of Thousands.  I have several different varieties in my yard, they tend to take over.  I don't mind I like them. 

The painting is 8 x 10 inches, oil on masonite.  $300.

Safari Sunset, Tropical Sunset of Red and Orange by Judy Batterson, Florida Artist

There are certain moments at sunset when the sun appears to be a giant orb dwarfing the landscape. Like the sun overshadowing the surfing safari from "Endless Summer", the warm blazing light takes center stage. Then it drops below the horizon line, leaving a faint warm glow to the sky as it darkens. Original Oil on Canvas: 12x24"

PAINTING ON SALE, Wild and Wacky Wednesday at Carol Schiff Studio, 6x8" Oil

Another Wednesday, another painting on sale for a super price today only.

Beau Gateau et les Petits, French for beautiful small cake, is just that.  A small cake directed from the bakery and good enough to eat.

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Painted with palette knife and brush and sitting on my favorite pottery plate, it glows like the little star it is.

As with all my Wild and Wacky Wednesday's, this painting is already on sale.  Originally offered at $95.00 and now marked down to $55.98, it is already a deal.  Now here is the wild and wacky part.....if you purchase it today, I will send you a $10.00 refund!  Your order must show a purchase date of Wednesday Sept. 3, 2013.  To receive the rebate, simply write  Wild and Wacky Wednesday on your order.  I will immediately send  a $10.00 rebate to your account.  Don't let this little gem get away.

Ciao!
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WILD AND WACKY WEDNESDAY at Carol Schiff Studio, 6x8" oil

It is Wednesday again!  How do the weeks fly by so quickly?  Time to post another painting on sale.

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I love the unique shapes of barns, especially old ones, and there are lots of them in western North Carolina.
My husband was nice enough to drive me around the outskirts of Waynesville, NC ,  stopping so I could jump out and take photos of the interesting barns we would find.  When I returned home to Florida, I had enough barn photos to keep me busy through out the winter.

This one is painted primarily with a palette knife.  It has always been a favorite because of the strong values.

Originally listed at $95.95, it is already a bargin at $65.00.  But this is Wild and Wacky Wednesday, so if you purchase this painting today I WILL SEND YOU A $10.00 REFUND!  Offer good only until midnight Aug. 27, 2013.  To receive your $10.00 refund, you must state on the order WILD AND WACKY WEDNESDAY.

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Lovely Lemon Tree, Florida Botanical Oil Painting of Lemons by Judy Batterson

Lemon trees laden with lemons are a lucious sight! This 9x12" oil painting represents another part of Florida citrus. Lemon juice and lemon zest seem to make every recipe a little better. We love lemons at our house!

1513 Sleepy Time on the River

Dusk on the Indian River.  The painting is oil on masonite, 5 x 7 inches.  $100.

1512 The Tide is coming in Impasto Oil Painting

Nice day for a boat ride or just some wading in the shallows.  The painting is 8 x 10, oil on masonite.  $300.

Tropical landscape collage, mixed media, "Palm Forest" by Carol Schiff

In my humble opinion, there are two types of artists.  There are the ones that choose a media, find a style, paint a small variety of subject matter, and get very, very expert in their genre.  The other type is all over the board, changing media, changing subject matter, experimenting, experimenting, experimenting....that would be me.

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 I try to behave like a grown up, but I just can't seem to pull it off!  My mind is buzzing....oils, landscapes, still life, abstract, collage, mixed media.  How can I possibly get "good" at anything when I am doing everything?

Then I read an article about a sweet little old lady in our town.  She was well into her 80's but didn't look it at all.  An association that honors senior's requests asked what is the one thing she would like to do the most.  Her reply......she wanted to be a Las Vegas showgirl!  They couldn't pull that off, but they did send her on a crazy trip to Vegas.

Months later, they had a request from the Tattoo reality show, for a senior who would like to be on the show.  Guess who they recommended?  So this little lady, was flown to NYC, given celebrity status, and filmed getting a tatoo that covers half her back.  In case you think that was her first tat....no way, she had 3 others and her husband had a few too.  Most importantly, they are having the time of their life...and I think that is keeping them young!  This lady remarked "Why do I have to disappear, just because I am over 80?"
Why indeed!

So, this morning, I am giving myself permission to paint or assemble anything I want.  Life is short....enjoy the journey! (Still don't have a tat though)

Bon voyage!



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1511 Water Lily Garden

 I had a good time painting this one, its got lots of nice textures and reflections.

The painting is 11 x 14 inches, oil on masonite.

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Bag of Oranges, a Florida Vintage Postcard Small OIl Painting by Judy Batterson, Florida Artist

A bag of Florida oranges puts a smile on anyone's face. The mesh, draw-cord bags have been around for a long time. Inspired by a vintage Florida postcard, just-picked bags of oranges are still popular. Just look for the signs along the highway! 5 x 7" oil painting

Basket of Citrus, a Florida Vintage Postcard Small Oil Painting by Judy Batterson, Florida Artist

This 5x7" oil painting was inspired by a vintage Florida postcard of oranges and grapefruit. Growers have been putting hand-picked tree-ripened citrus in baskets since 1922. The fruit baskets are still packed by hand for fresh delivery from Florida.

Crate of Oranges, A Florida Vintage Postcard Small Oil Painting by Judy Batterson, Florida Artist

Florida citrus was shipped in plain wooden crates until 1904 when Florida growers created distinctive labels pasted on the ends of the crates. These had art depicting Florida's exotic flowers, birds and animals. Gift crates had stenciled "from Florida", guaranteeing these were Florida oranges! This one was the Waverly Growers distinct label. Painted in oil from a vintage Florida postcard. 5x7".

A Story of Love by Carol Schiff

I recently came in contact with a wonderful woman in Raleigh, North Carolina.  Amy Jo was a fan of my facebook page and sent me a link to her wonderful page called Healing Ceilings.  Amy Jo's husband just came through his second brush with cancer.  She and her husband were spending lots of time in the Cancer Care Center of North Carolina, he, getting treatment and she, waiting and observing. Observing the same people day after day, as they came in for their chemo or radiation treatments.  She decided to do something to brighten their lives and encourage them in their fight.

BlueBird of Happiness by Kathy Garvey

Amy Jo believes in the healing power of art.  She decided to brighten the days of these patients by giving them something inspiring to look at while they receive their treatments.  Out came those old, white, boring ceiling tiles to be replaced with individual tiles turned into creative art.  How she did this, I do not know, but she has single handedly installed hundreds of tiles in cancer care centers in the Raleigh area.

Peaceful Beach by Denette Schweikert

She contacted artists through Facebook and asked them to donate their work on ceiling tiles that she somehow supplies.  Nothing stops her.  When I saw her posts and decided to donate, she arranged for me to go to my local Lowes (in Florida) where I picked up a box of the proper tiles at no cost to me.  Naturally, I involved my painting group, Pieces of 8 and gathered additional volunteers from them. One of the group, Cindy Michaud, who summers out of town, was following the journey on Facebook. Being a person who does not let grass grow under her feet, she contact Amy Jo and so far, has painted 6 tiles for the project.

Road to Sunshine by Cindy Michaud (2 tiles)

Garden of Inspiration by Cindy Michaud (4 tiles)

Everyone wanted to do peaceful scenes filled with inspiration.

Sailing the Bay by Mary Warnick

Ocean Sunrise by Carmen Beecher

I decided to do 3 typical scenes of North Carolina:

Abstracted Sea by Carol Schiff

Carolina Marsh by Carol Schiff

Mountain Mist by Carol Schiff

Did I tell you each tile is 24x24"?

Now that the tiles are complete, Amy Jo has done a "shout out" on Facebook to bring them home to Raleigh.  In her words, "The Love Train is leaving the station".  She will find volunteers who will transfer the tiles from place to place until eventually, they will be delivered to her hands for installation.

A story of love and compassion and determination.  The next time you think "What difference can I make"?
Think of Amy Jo.

1510 Water Lily Dream

I got my inspiration from a nice day at White City Park.  The painting is 11 x 14 inches, oil on masonite.  Very thick impasto, cool textures.  $400.