Lisa's Letter - Mary Pettis Workshop

Lisa's Letter

(Mary Pettis Workshop)

Lisa's Letter, 14 x 11, oil

I had the privilege of taking a workshop from accomplished artist Mary Pettis yesterday. I learned a lot, especially with regard to the inner artist, process, and emotion of painting. Mary is a brilliant artist, so open and sharing of her knowledge and artistic experience. I came away from the workshop with "new eyes" and a fervent desire to paint stronger and more intuitively while being thoughtful and efficient with application, strokes and color. I am grateful for the experience. Time will tell how this new knowledge will affect my future works.

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March 15th, 7:31 a.m.

March 15th, 7:31 a.m.

A beautiful morning on Island lake. With the high temperature predicted to be 66 way up north here, the snow is melting rapidly. How soon before the ice is out?

Oil, plein air, 6 x 8 inches, $100.

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Wine & Dine Night

Wine & Dine Night

I was invited to paint as the featured artist at the Bite of Burnsville, a Chamber of Commerce event featuring the best cuisine from local restaurants and, of course, wine! I set up with a blank canvas and chose my subject. Once I finessed the setup and the lighting I started to paint. While the guests mingled and browsed, I painted, stopping to chat and answer their questions. Many came back several times during the evening to check on my progress. This is the result of my efforts by the end of the evening.

Oil, 14 x 11 inches, $350. USD

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Salt n Pepper

Salt n Pepper

These salt and pepper shakers are from the old small town 

bar and cafe my grandparents used to own. 

If they could talk, oh the stories they could tell! 

6x6 inches, unframed, $75.00 USD

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Slippery Drive

Slippery Drive

Riding in the Big Red Truck with my husband at the wheel, I was mesmerized by the misty light of the cars ahead and the traffic signals. Sleet was just starting to accumulate on the roads, making for a sloppy and slippery drive. I pulled out my camera, captured the moment, and made up my mind to paint a studio pastel of this delicious scene!

 Soft pastel on museum quality sanded paper. 12x12 inches. 

$575 USD - Price is for unframed. 

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30 Paintings in 30 Days!

30 Paintings in 30 Days!

January 1-30, 2015

(whew!) 

And here they all are....

This has been an exciting adventure for me. I learned to make decisions quickly, paint fast, and mostly to just have fun with it instead of overthinking things. I stretched myself beyond what I thought I was capable of, and I now have 30 brand new paintings that probably wouldn't exist if I hadn't accepted this challenge.

I have some larger painting projects to complete, but will keep up with this exercise of painting daily, and will be posting regularly (but not daily) on my online painting gallery (click here)

Thank you for your continued support! 
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A Toast To You!

A Toast To You!

Thanks for following my self-imposed "boot camp" daily challenge of 30 paintings in 30 days. I made my goal! Fast & furious, sometimes doing 2 a day just to allow for other commitments (teaching, eating, sleeping...) I promise to keep painting and posting, just not as often. I have a large commission to work on and a couple of larger studio works to be completed. Thanks to those who purchased my paintings, and thank you all for all the uplifting, supportive comments. I have enjoyed this journey. Oh, and here's a nod to my brother who is recovering from successful cancer surgery -- John, remember you almost burned the house down with one of these toasters! : ) 

Day 30 of the 30 paintings in 30 days challenge.

Oil, 6x8 inches, $100 USD
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