Un-Seasonable Greetings, or, I'm Dreaming of a White... Hollyhock?

"White Hollyhock"  oil 36" x 36"

Whatever your current weather, whatever your tradition of holidays... hope you're winding down the year and relaxing... dreaming big dreams of a better 2011... 

(Did anyone else see the red moon eclipse last night...? So mysterious and beautiful!)

A few of my canvases at
Gallery Leonardo in Leadville, Colorado

Hibiscus with Two Skies

Hibiscus with Two Skies  oil   30" x 30"   SOLD

The collector who owns this piece repainted the wall it hangs on in their home to enhance the artwork. The ultimate compliment!

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Two Art Openings

The Art Group had its inaugural group show this month, at the Chambers Center at Denver University. 

I had the wall at the very end of the gallery (near the wine!)
For reference, the two large paintings are 36" square each.

We had a good turnout!

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The "Own an Original" juried show opened last night at the Littleton, CO Museum Fine Arts Gallery. The juror made a nice comment about my work... something about "Very Gutsy" (works for me). Photos were not allowed so you'll have to take my word that the level of work was outstanding. Also I did not recognize most of the artists showing, which was kind of a treat. 45 minutes down the road leads to a whole new group of artists. Go figure.
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Moon Over My Hammy

"Moon Over My Hammy"  oil  10" x 10"

So what's the term of these old-fashioned toys, the ones with the push button in the bottom that animates the plastic limbs, strung together with elastic? I'm not sure I ever knew.

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One More for the Mouse Project

"Chubby Mc D"  oil  10" x 10"

This is one of those situations where I wish I was Fast painter... I have several more of these in mind that I hope to do eventually. 

See Steve Worthington's Mouse Project for more info.

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For The Mouse Project

"I Came, I Saw, I Concord"   10" x 10"   oil 

To see more of the mouse project artworks: Steve Worthington's Mouse Project

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Cat 'n' Mouse

"Cat 'n' Mouse"   oil    12" x 12"

In some feline-centric households, both are considered to be cat toys.

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Japanese Anemone

"Japanese Anemone"  oil  15" x 15"  SOLD

anemōnē means "daughter of the wind" (greek) Thanks, Wikipedia!
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Juicy in the Sky

"Juicy in the Sky"    oil     30" x 15"

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Pomodori E Olive

"Pomodori E Olive"    oil    11" x 14"     sold

My favorite italian tablecloth inspires once again.

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Morning Perk

    "Morning Perk"   oil    10" x 10"    SOLD

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Juicy

"Tangerine Slice / Pear"  oil   9" x12"

Many layers of glazes.

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Spring Has Sprung!

"Spring Has Sprung"  oil 12" x 12"

Spring has Sprung, and the taxes are done.

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Cluster Pluck

"Cluster Pluck" - oil - 24" x 24"


Stick a fork in it. I'm done.

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Fantasy Cactus

"Fantasy Cactus" oil 36"x48"

If you're in a cold locale, surround yourself with warm thoughts.

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