My Blog List

Friday, December 30, 2011

I was attracted to her gorgeous attitude. I painted her again. 

Maine Coon, Pastel on sanded paper, 12"x9"

When I saw the original photo of this furry feline, intelligence was my first thought.
She seems to be giving complete attention as though in mid conversation with her companion.
The pastels on sandpaper did wonders in depicting the swept back texture of the hair on her face.
Notice the concentration in her eyes and the "coolness" of her grin.

Thursday, December 22, 2011

Tabby in blue blanket, Pastel on sanded paper, 9"x12"
This green eyed little cutie couldn't be coaxed off her new favorite napping place even when a butterfly teased her, fluttering nearby. Imagine her thinking, that silly insect, this new blue blanket is too comfy for me to go play.

Wednesday, December 21, 2011

Japanese cherry and a white-eye

 Japanese cherry and a white-eye, gouache and watercolor on paper, 12"x9" 


 Baby birds in snow, watercolor on paper, 3.5"x2.5" 

A cat in snow, watercolor on paper, 3.5"x2.5"

Peek-a-boo!!

Peek-a-boo! oil on canvas, 6"x4"

Peek-a-boo kitten, Pastel on sanded paper, 6"x4"

This little guy, we named him Shy
will cover his eyes and try to hide
he doesn't run away from you, but just for fun , plays peek-a-boo

Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Maine Coon

Maine Coon, Pastel on sanded paper, 9"x12", sold
When I saw the original photo of this furry feline, intelligence was my first thought. She seems to be giving complete attention as though in mid conversation with her companion. The pastels on sandpaper did wonders in depicting the swept back texture of the hair on her face. Notice the concentration in her eyes and the "coolness" of her grin.

Wednesday, December 14, 2011

Sunday, November 20, 2011

Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Is he gone yet...

This shy little gal thought she had the purrfect place to hide and watch the Big Jolly Man with his bag of goodies last Christmas Eve...That is, until it was time for Santa to put on his hat and go back up the chimney.



Wednesday, August 3, 2011

right-brain

I read an interesting article about right brain and left brain.
I am obviously a right-brained person. I totally agree with this paragraph.  "They are seen as less smart because of the manner in which they process information."  
                                                             


Under the bridge

Under the bridge, watercolor on paper, 12*9

Saturday, July 23, 2011

Plein air Easton


I had to drive across the Bay Bridge to Easton, Maryland.  The bridge would normally make me very nervous, but today was such a beautiful sunny day, it really didn't matter that I wasn't even sure where I was going.  All I could think of was the "Quick Draw Competition" I had never had the pleasure to experience any type of art competition and this really attracted my interest and excitement.


My friends Tommy and Matt were already there and set up in a nice place where the shadows cast very good scenes, when I arrived thirty minutes late. They were concerned and glad I arrived safely. I, on the other hand, had become nervous because now I had only ninety minutes to finish my painting from a blank canvas. At first, it seemed almost impossible that I would be able to compete with everyone else.  But quickly, my excitement began to return with even more intensity and I really started enjoying the moments. As I was the last to begin, I also was the last to finish. Amazingly, as soon as I displayed my work, a very nice lady appeared and offered to buy my painting. I was so surprised. All I could think to say was "really, are you sure?"  I sold my painting.  
 
I'm almost embarrassed to admit this, but as I looked at the other painters' works on display, I felt that mine didn't measure up to the talent of these amazing artist's and their beautiful paintings. It was impressive to see what could be brought to life in just two short hours.
One of the five winners of the competition, Hiu Lai Chong, has her studio near my home in Rockville, Md. I plan to go and visit her soon.


I learned during my participation that there are art festivals and competitions for one whole week in Easton.
Artists from all over the country spend the week painting seascapes, landscapes and architecture from this historic city. Through the competition, awards are given for several categories and the winners are displayed at the Academic Museum in downtown Easton. During the display period, many more tourists, art collectors and buyers visit here.

After the "quick draw competition", Tommy, Matt and I went to the Museum to view the current works of fifty eight winners. Needless to say I was quite impressed with every single painting. I had a really enjoyable time in this lovely little town, and was very happy to be among a broad representation of America's Plein Air Artists.