I often wonder about inspiration and where those odd marks and thoughts come from as I’m painting. I got a bit more insight this morning as I walked along the beach. I noticed odd swirly patterns in the sand, very small and very quiet. They made me think of some of the marks that have been showing up in my work recently.
I often think that something I’m painting is just an idea, a thought, a random impulse. But then I realize, usually at a later time, that it’s something that’s been in my environment all along. Somehow, I’ve “noticed” it, processed it, and it’s just under the surface ready to come out.
So maybe what comes out in my paintings, isn’t fanciful at all, but just a reflection of my environment. What you see in my paintings is simply what I see in my life. Interesting idea.
It’s time for the accounting. I pledged to give part of all of my sales from my Studio Sale & Fund Raiser to Gather. I’ve checked and rechecked my numbers and come up with just under $800 set aside for Gather. Although I sold pieces from all categories, including matted pieces and cards, the bulk of the sales in terms of both quantity and value was from the “You Pick. You Decide” wall. That was a variation on “pay what you want” pricing. I set up about a dozen paintings on the wall of my studio with a goal or raising money for Gather and moving paintings out of my space and into their forever home. The instructions were to pick the piece you want and decide what you want to pay (over a small minimum) and I donate 100% of my proceeds from these sales.
I’m terribly excited by the amount of money that we’ve raised for Gather and also for the number of favorite paintings which have finally found their “forever” homes. I’ve rearranged my “You Pick. You Decide” wall several times. It’s also fun selling out of my own space. I don’t usually get a chance to see who’s buying my work.
Here are a few of the pieces that have found their “forever” homes. A big thank you to all the people who came out to support this worthy cause.
Ethel Hills – Bands of Color #34 – Mixed Media Collage on Mat Board – 7″ x 5″
“Landscape Tapestry in Blues” – watercolor – approx 15″ x 11″ – Matted & Framed to 20″ x 16″ – Gold Metal Frame
With only two days left until the end of the month and the end of my Studio Sale & Fundraiser for Gather, there are lovely paintings still on the wall. To give you a closer look before you come in to buy, I’ve been highlighting a few of the individual paintings.
“Landscape Tapestry in Blues” is an old favorite that has often hung out on my studio wall. One of the things I love about this painting is the color scheme, the rich blues and reds. I also love the more gestural feel to the paint. I’m hoping someone else will love this as much as I do.
Although my sale runs through the end of the month, the gallery isn’t officially open on Monday & Tuesday. Please email or call to set up an appointment.
During this Studio Sale, I’m donating a portion of each sale to Gather to fight hunger in the Seacoast. If you’re not familiar with Gather, check out their website. They are doing amazing work. Lane House Arts Center is collecting food and cash donations for them through December 20th.
“Arrangement in Green & Brown” – Mixed Media Collage – approx. 7″ x 7″ – Matted & Framed to 12″ x 12″ – Gold Metal Frame
I’m so excited by the response to my Studio Sale & Fundraiser for Gather. I want to thank all of the collectors who have already come in and selected paintings to go in their homes. I love that some of my favorites have already found their “forever” homes.
With only a few days left until the end of the month and the end of my Studio Sale & Fundraiser for Gather, there are lots of lovely paintings still on the wall. To give you a closer look before you come in to buy, I’m highlighting a few of the individual paintings.
Although my sale runs through the end of the month, the gallery isn’t officially open on Monday & Tuesday. Please email to set up an appointment.
During this Studio Sale, I’m donating a portion of each sale to Gather to fight hunger in the Seacoast. If you’re not familiar with Gather, check out their website. They are doing amazing work. Lane House Arts Center is collecting food and cash donations for them through December 20th.
“Vision of Fall” – Watercolor – 15″ x 11″ – Matted & Framed to 16″ x 20″ – Gold Metal Frame
With only a few days left in my Studio Sale & Fundraiser for Gather, there are lots of lovely paintings still on the wall, including some of my favorites. To give you a closer look before you come in to buy, I’m highlighting a few of the individual paintings.
This is another old favorite. I love the fall colors and the “painting within a painting” aspect of this piece. It makes me think of those lovely fall days with crisp air and gorgeous leaves. It’s another piece just makes me feel good. If this looks like it might be the painting for you, come on in, take a look, and maybe take it home.
This piece is sale priced for less than $200. During this Studio Sale, I’m donating a portion of each sale to Gather to fight hunger in the Seacoast. If you’re not familiar with Gather, check out their website. They are doing amazing work. Lane House Arts Center is collecting food and cash donations for them through December 20th.
“Bands of Color #32″ – Mixed Media Collage on Mat Board – 7″ x 5″ – Matted & Framed to 14″ x 11” – Black Wooden Frame
With less than a week left in my Studio Sale & Fundraiser for Gather, there are lots of lovely paintings still on the wall, including some of my favorites. To give you a closer look before you come in to buy, I’m highlighting a few of the individual paintings.
This is one of a series of small collages that remind me of the landscape. They are more evocative than representational. I think that’s part of the charm. If this appeals to you, come on in and check it out.
During this Studio Sale, I’m donating a portion of each sale to Gather to fight hunger in the Seacoast. If you’re not familiar with Gather, check out their website. They are doing amazing work. Lane House Arts Center is collecting food and cash donations for them through December 20th.
“Summer Breeze” – Watercolor Collage – approx 7″ x 7″ – Matted & Framed – 12″ x 12″ – Gold Metal Frame
With less than a week left in my Studio Sale & Fundraiser for Gather, there are lots of lovely paintings still on the wall, including some of my favorites. To give you a closer look before you come in to buy, I’m highlighting a few of the individual paintings.
I love this offbeat color combo, but it won’t be to everyone’s taste. I’m looking for a good “forever” home for this piece. If this appeals to you, come on in.
During this Studio Sale, I’m donating a portion of each sale to Gather to fight hunger in the Seacoast. If you’re not familiar with Gather, check out their website. They are doing amazing work. Lane House Arts Center is collecting food and cash donations for them through December 20th.
“Bands of Color #35″ – Mixed Media Collage on Mat Board – 7″ x 5″ Matted & Framed to approx 15″ x 12” – Black Wood Frame
I’m so excited by the response to my Studio Sale & Fundraiser for Gather. Two more paintings found their forever homes just yesterday. A big thank you to all of the collectors who have already come in and selected paintings either for their own homes or as gifts. I love that some of my favorites have already found new “forever” homes.
But… With less than a week left in my Studio Sale & Fundraiser for Gather, there are still lots of lovely paintings still on the wall, including some of my favorites. To give you a closer look before you come in to buy, I’m highlighting a few of the individual paintings.
This is another old favorite that has often been in my studio because I really like it. I love the different colors and textures in this small painting. It’s another piece just makes me feel good. But, it is time to let it go to a fabulous new “forever” home.
During this Studio Sale, I’m donating a portion of each sale to Gather to fight hunger in the Seacoast. If you’re not familiar with Gather, check out their website. They are doing amazing work. Lane House Arts Center is collecting food and cash donations for them through December 20th.
“Last Days of Summer” – Watercolor – approx 15″ x 11″ – Matted & Framed approx 20″ x 16″ – Gold Metal Frame
With less than a week and a half left until the end of my Studio Sale & Fundraiser for Gather, there a still lots of lovely paintings available. I thought it might be helpful to highlight one a day. This gives you a closer look before coming in to buy.
This is another old favorite. I love this wacko combination of colors, but it’s definitely not for everyone. I would love for this piece to find its “forever” home. If this appeals to you, come on in.
All of my proceeds from the sale of this piece will go to Gather to fight hunger in the Seacoast. If you’re not familiar with Gather, check out their website. They are doing amazing work. Lane House Arts Center is collecting food and cash donations for them through December 20th.
I’m so excited by the response to my Studio Sale & Fundraiser for Gather. I want to thank all of the collectors who have already come in and selected paintings to go in their homes. I love that some of my favorites have already found lovely new “forever” homes.
“Turquoise Grasses” – Approximately 15″ x 11″ – Matted & Framed to approx 20″ x 16″ – Gold Metal Frame
I’m so excited by the response to my Studio Sale & Fundraiser for Gather. I want to thank all of the collectors who have already come in and selected paintings to go in their homes. I love that some of my favorites have already found lovely new “forever” homes.
But… With less than a week and a half left in my Studio Sale & Fundraiser for Gather, there are still lots of lovely paintings still on the wall. To give you a closer look before you come in to buy, I’m highlighting a few of the individual paintings.
This is another old favorite that has often been in my studio just because I love it. I love the color combo of the turquoise & orange and I love the subtle texture in this piece. It’s another piece just makes me feel good. But, it’s time for it to find it’s “forever” home.
This piece is sale priced for less than $200, with 50% of my proceeds going to Gather.
During this Studio Sale, I’m donating a portion of each sale to Gather to fight hunger in the Seacoast. If you’re not familiar with Gather, check out their website. They are doing amazing work. Lane House Arts Center is collecting food and cash donations for them through December 20th.
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