Serata Italiana

 Serata Italiana

10 x 8, Pastel

It is hard to believe that it has been almost 10 years since I was blessed to get to go to Italy on a painting excursion! That was a magical 10 days, a once in a lifetime experience! To get to travel to Italy and then to get to paint was a delight. At the time I only painted in watercolor, not pastel, my preferred medium now. The pastels I have created have mostly been of the people I encountered and a few of Orvieto alleyways.

This painting is from the first evening in Citta della Pieve and is the entrance to the pizzeria at the Hotel Vanucci. I just loved the light and the cast shadow created by the lamp and vines. It is available at the Gallerie at Gruene.

The Lookout

The Lookout

10 x 8, pastel

Almost named this The Perch, but that sounded like a fish! Really, this is a favorite perch for the squirrels to sit on during the day. Not a real fan of this critter, but they are fun to paint.

Living a Fairytale

Italian Farmer

10 x 8, pastel

Some of you who have been following my blog since the beginning may recognize this guy. He was formerly titled, Citta Della Pieve Farmer. I entered him and 3 other paintings in the Small Works for Big Holidays show at the NBAL gallery, and that title was too long.

I have a bad habit of tweaking paintings and then NOT taking an updated photo of them, such is the case with this painting. Oh, well, on to the fairy tale. This painting received 1st place in the show!!!  The judge was, Vi Dunn-Harr, a fabulous artist (Google her). She was very encouraging with her comments. She spent several minutes sharing her wisdom with me. I just feel so blessed to have great artists, Angie Banta Brown, Rita Kirkman and now Vi Dunn-Harr willing to guide me in my quest to be a better artist.

Wildseed Farm

Wildseed Farm

(10 x 8, pastel)

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Wildseed Farm is one of my entries to the Texas Pastel Society 2nd Biennial National Juried Show that was accepted into the show. Entries were selected by juror, Doug Dawson, PSA and will  be on display at Art Incorporated, 9401 San Pedro, San Antonio, October19 - November 2, 2012. The opening reception is Friday, October 19, 5pm -8pm.

I just love the Wildseed Farm in the spring, everything is in bloom!