DAY 11 "A BEND IN THE RIVER"

Paining number eleven of my "Small paintings - Big sale". I'm so curious about how long I can keep this up  because I've never really counted my own paintings, especially the small ones. Yes I paint every day, plus on location and when on the paint outs  I usually paint 2 pieces. Well, I believe, I will figure it out  when I run out of paintings to post .. Such is life...

There is a book called A Bend in the River by Nobel  Laureate V. S. Naipul

His  asserts in the opening line of this book was "The world is what it is" ..And  I agreed , Folks :) 

"A Bend in the River" oil on board, 9x12
$ 100.00

                                                                   "SOLD"

DAY 10...HEALING RAIN

Today is June 17, my beloved, late husband Chris birthday...8 years ago he passed away suddenly from a heart attack. That tragedy changed the course of my life..After the initial shock, after the emotional fog of many months had lifted , I knew that I had to come back to my roots, and start to paint and teach again..It's painting that healed me and opened up a very unexpected and very supportive channel.

"Healing Rain" oil on canvas, 12x12 

DAY 9 - STRIVING FOR BALANCE

Painting is, hands down, my absolutely favorite activity, and may be even an obsession. But it's so important to recognize when this activity takes over your life in all directions and frankly, unbalance you.
I feel this kind of shift recently. I analyzed why and from where I got those sensations, and decided that I need to say "no" to some of my countless responsibilities in order to get back to my golden ratio of Art/health/family. So I did this change, and will see how it will affect my emotional state.

But for now is a painting for sale ! It's a painting number # 9, called "Columbia" oil on linen 6x12

"Columbia" oil on linen , 6x12

It’s a MATCH!

It's a MATCH!  … a match of wine, coffee and art!!!

I'm very excited to announce my new art show at the Match Restaurant in Duvall , WA

Whether you’re a Local or a Visitor, come to enjoy great coffee in the morning , a tasty and healthy lunch in the afternoon , or a fun filled dinner including Friday performances by talented local musicians.

And of course, see my Art on display at any time of the day!

My showing begins June 13, 2018 and continues throughout the month of August.

Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. 

Address of the venue is  ......

http://www.matchcoffeeandwine.com

DAY 8 - Lot's of Fun

I had so much fun going through all my small size paintings, reviewing them and deciding which one to offer next ..
It's ironic how viewing small paintings gives me so many ideas about directions and concepts I could go with my art. I'm getting really excited about my next chapter !
         Speaking off excitement,  panting number 8 called "Orange Mood" - a very happy color for me.

"Orange Mood" oil on linen, 9x12

DAY 7 of my SALE

Here we go, day 7th of my "Small paintings- Big sale", well, sale :) Today I present a small, 10x10 painting, called "Last Ray of Sun" , this painting was done from the photo, my good friend and a painting buddy Ned Mueller gave me. It's been taken in Montana, his Native Land

"Last Ray of Sun" oil on linen, 10x10


SOLD!

DAY 6 - HURRY UP!

Before I post my sixth painting for sale, I have great news to share for all of us who thoroughly enjoyed  the "value viewer" app . All my students were so happy with that app and were using it in obsessive kind of way . Well  right up to the moment, when the developer Mark Putnam decided
To no longer support his own creation. So the good news is we found a new app, called "Notaniser"  Try it, you will LOVE it,
Here is my painting number 6, called "Willamette Valley" btw, this is an award winning piece !

"Willamette Valley" oil on board
$ 100.00
SOLD!!!

 

A Sweet Taste of Victory

Ohh I feel very happy, excited and humbled simultaneously, to receive a second place cash prize award at Edmonds Art Juried Show. It's been a  second year in a row. The piece I submitted and won with, called "Desdemona"s Robe" . Many of my students who witnessed me painting and titling this work, would ask, why such name ? I do love indirect, complex titles for my paintings. Titles that  open up a different dimension, another layer of the seemingly simple story behind every my painting.
Othello, wearing women's, lavish night robe, gives us a striking clue, that Desdemona, his wife is already dead.But this is my interpretation.But what is yours?
  Here is the painting "Desdemona"s Robe" . To see it in person, please go to Edmonds Art festival this coming weekend.

"Desdemona"s Robe" 

And now, is Day 5 of my Small Paintings- Big Sale" promotional clearance.

" Sultry Noon" A plain air piece I painted near  Beacon Rock State park.

Price is $ 100.00 

SOLD 

DAY FOUR of my small work sale

Excuse me for absence in two days, as I was on the art retreat with my dear painting buddies and members of critique group I belong to ...I will post a photos and paintings I did at the retreat, but here is a day three of my Small Work - Big Sale promo..."Green Lake Sun" oil on linen, 8x10

     
                                                                

DAY 3 OF MY PROMO SALE

Continue with a "Small Paintings - Big sale" promo and here is the painting number 3.
The title is "Cle Elum Rapids" That is where I'm going for 3 days with my dear friends. I'm so looking forward to that, since my life in the last year became a speedway, and I'm welcomed that change ...but I'm ready for a nice break :)

SOLD

LITTLE PAINTINGS - BIG SALE DAY 2

And here we go, day 2 of my "Little Paintings- Big Sale " promotion. Today I'm posting 10x10 piece of beautiful, and so recognizable California coast, it's oil on linen panel, and called "Splash"

                                   
                                                                      SOLD

LITTLE PAINTINGS - BIG SALE- DAY 1

I have a fantastic news and a great announcement to share about my small paintings sale and clearance. 

Everything must go, as I'm making room for all new and exciting collection. Starting today, I will post one painting a day, at a very low price. Keep an eye on it and shoot me an email if you see something you can't live without :))))

So, it's a  day one, and a small painting 8x10 , called "Trinity"  oil on linen

Why would I called it "Trinity"? Because the combination of garlic, lemon and olive oil is simply DIVINE :)

Price : 100$

Recent awards, wins and paintings

I'm getting back to my blogging and posting regularly, as there is so much happening in my creative and personal life. So many great news, I don't know where to start?
First and foremost,  my classes are growing and my students progress make me so happy and proud .
Unfortunately, a waiting list is getting longer too and I would like to apologize for those of you who still can't get the spot in my classes. As for now I teach 4 classes, and still have an opening on Monday afternoon and Wednesday evening class. Call 206 419 0424 to sign

I'm getting increasingly busy with volunteering for several art organization in the area, such as Women Painters of Washington, Plein Air Painters of Washington and Magnuson Park Building 30.

I'm very happy to receive a Honorable Mention Cash prize award at the third, annual, juried  "Small Gems" show at Scott Milo Gallery ..Here is the winning piece, called "Wet Stroll "

I also have been accepted this year into  Oil Painters of America Salon. This is a big deal for me, and hopefully it's just a beginning. Here is the piece, which was juried in. "Flower Rain"

I have two pieces juried into Edmonds Art Festival. The exhibit will take place on June 15-17, 2018. Please don't miss this vibrant and popular art event.