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Tag: Friday Faves

  • Friday Faves: Masters Remade

    Friday Faves: Masters Remade

    If you’ve ever taken an art class, I’m sure you’ve copied the work of a “master”.  Redrawing and painting great works of art is one of the tried and true methods used to teach basic skills.  I love the way some artists are taking masterworks and recreating them in fun and interesting ways.  Check ’em out!

    Out of the Square by Cesar Santos ( via artrenewal.org )
    Frida Dog by Clair Hartmann
    Man Ray by Jocelyn Grivaud
    Girl With a Pearl Earring by Sarah Ashley Longshore ( via Gallery Orange )

    Have a fantastic weekend, Artsies!  Any plans for museum visits this weekend?

    Cesar Santos ( His official website seems to be down. You can see some examples of his work at Art Renewal Center. )

    Clair Hartmann 

    Jocelyn Grivaud 

    Sarah Ashley Longshore 

    Featured image is Picnic in Central Park by Cesar Santos ( via Art Renewal Center ).  All images are via the artist’s websites, unless otherwise stated.

  • Friday Faves: Paris Is Always A Good Idea

    Friday Faves: Paris Is Always A Good Idea

    Perhaps it began with too many pre-teen viewings of Funny Face or Gigi.  Or maybe it was even earlier with The Aristocats.  For whatever reason, France in general and Paris in particular, have always been a source of fascination and inspiration to me, as it has to countless artists through the ages.  Recently, it seems as if Paris is just in the air.  So, today, mon chere Artsies, I bring to you a few of my recent Frenchy favorites.  Vive la France!

    April In Paris by Liz Lind, limited edition, 16×16, 24×24 or 32×32
    Green Chairs by Lisa Abelson/Dasken Designs
    Paris by George Butler
    Pretty Maps ( Paris ) by Aaron Straup Cope

    Be sure to check out the websites of my fellow Francophiles below.  Have a beautiful weekend, Artsies!

    1.  Liz Lind 

    2.  Lisa Abelson/ Dasken Designs 

    3.  George Butler 

    4.  Aaron Straup Cope; Pretty Maps available through 20×200.

    Featured image is Le Petit Zinc by Irene Suchocki.  All images are via the artist’s websites unless otherwise stated.

  • Friday Faves: Turn the Tables

    It’s the holiday season and that means lots of table time.  With family, with friends or even alone, rejuvenating from time with family and friends.. haha!  Today’s round-up features a few artists who show us that the capturing of those seemingly mundane moments can lead to the creation of magical images.

    An Apple a Day by Liana Bennett, oil, 6×6
    Lio de Faldas by Ann Chamberlin, oil on canvas, 24×24
    My Father at Katz's by Max Ferguson, oil on canvas, 20×16 ( via Gallery Henoch )
    Chelsea Square by Burton Silverman, oil on linen, 56×40 ( via Gallery Henoch )

    1.  Liana Bennett 

    2.  Ann Chamberlin 

    3.  Max Ferguson 

    4.  Burton Silverman

  • Friday Faves: Technologically Speaking

    Friday Faves: Technologically Speaking

    Technology is taking over ya’ll.  Almost every aspect of our lives is touched by technology in one way or another.  The art world is no different.  For today’s round-up, take a look at a few artists embracing the digital revolution:

    Andy Gilmore
    Mark Wilson
    Carole Boyd ( all done in Microsoft Paint! )
    Jason Fort

    Now have some hi-tech fun and check out these artists’ websites!

    1.  Andy Gilmore 

    2.  Mark Wilson 

    3.  Carole Boyd 

    4.  Jason Fort 

    Featured image is by Mark Wilson.  All images are via the artists’ websites.

  • Friday Faves: Home Sweet Home

    Friday Faves: Home Sweet Home

    Being a bit of a vagabond makes me appreciate more than ever the idea of a home to call one’s own.  Not owning a house of my own at the moment, I am drawn to artists’ work of dwellings.  Take a peek at these homey pieces!

    Pitch Perfect by Richard Sedivy, oil, acrylic and mixed media on wood, 28.5×23.5
    White Horizon by Sandra Pratt, 24×18
    Broken House, digital pigment print, 36×30 cm
    Anchored by Amy Casey, painting on paper
    Yellow Hut #3 by Siddath Parasnis, oil on panel, 18×12

    To see more of these artists’ work, please visit their websites below.  Happy weekend, Artsies!

    1.  Richard Sedivy

    2.  Sandra Pratt

    3.  Ofra Lapid 

    4.  Amy Casey  

    5.  Siddharth Parasnis 

    Featured image is Bardo Call ( It was Perfect ) by Richard Sedivy.  All images are via artist’s website or representing galleries.

  • Friday Faves: Spooktacular

    Friday Faves: Spooktacular

    You will never catch me watching a gory horror movie, so I’m not usually drawn to truly gruesome imagery.  But I do love a good spooky mystery, so just in time for Halloween, today’s round-up features some of my favorite frightful art!

    Edison's Parable by Jamie Baldridge
    Chair With Hand by Kim Kamens, thread, nails and wood, 48×72
    Dolly Madison Zebra Stripe Death by Dirk Westphal, limited edition print, 11×14, 16×20 or 24×30
    Phones by Melanie Pullen

    To see more of these artists awesomely creepy work, please visit their websites listed below.  Happy Halloween!

    1.  Jamie Baldridge

    2.  Kim Kamens

    3.  Dirk Westphal ( the print shown is available via ArtWeLove, but make sure to check out Dirk’s website, too! )

    4.  Melanie Pullen 

    Featured image is “Flock” by Kim Kamens, thread, nails & wood, 72×48.  All images are courtesy of the artist’s websites, unless otherwise noted.

  • Friday Faves: Falling For Fall

    Friday Faves: Falling For Fall

    Said it before, I’ll say it again.  Fall is my favorite season.  The cool, crisp air, the golden light, the colors, the comfort food, I love it all!  For the very first time, this Florida girl is experiencing a real Fall.  With boot weather and incredible changing leaves, I’m so excited, I can barely stand it.  While in this autumnal frame of mind, I thought I’d share with you some of my favorite Fall-inspired art…

    Trees and Light by Debbie Martin, 40×40
    Tree View #7 by Kristi Taylor, acrylic on canvas 18×24
    Penelope Dullaghan
    Nine Full Moon Maples by Mary Chomenko Hinckley, pigment print on archival german paper, 21×21

    Please visit these artists’ websites to see more of their work– some Fall-ish, some not.  I’m hoping George & I might see some real Fall color this weekend here in Southern Oregon.  What about you?  Any autumnal activities on tap?

    1.  Debbie Martin

    2.  Kristi Taylor

    3.  Penelope Dullaghan

    4.  Mary Chomenko Hinckley

  • Friday Faves: Where The Wild Things Are

    Friday Faves: Where The Wild Things Are

    One of the many things George & I love about the Pacific Northwest is the wildlife.  In the 4 months we’ve been here, we’ve seen bear, elk, hoary marmots, sea lions, elephant seals, eagles, chipmunks and more deer than I can count.  This area of the country still feels incredibly wild and untamed.  So this week, I’m sharing all the wild artwork I’m, well, wild about lately.

    The Beast by Shira Glezerman, oil on treated wood, 35.43×55.12
    Untitled Stag With Chandelier by Miranda Skoczek, enamel and oil on canvas, 43.31×47.24
    Sweaters by Jennifer Davis, acrylic, charcoal & graphite on panel, 12×16
    Sheep Chaperone by Vicki Sawyer, acrylic on canvas, 14×11

    Have a great weekend, Artsies!  Be sure to check out each of these artists’ websites for more beastly artwork!

    1.  Shira Glezerman 

    2.  Miranda Skoczek 

    3.  Jennifer Davis 

    4.  Vicki Sawyer 

    Featured image is Climber by Annada Hypes.  All images are courtesy of artist websites.

  • Friday Faves: Artsy Accessories

    What separates us from the animals is our ability to accessorize!

    — Clairee Belcher, Steel Magnolias

    Just as accessories are the icing on an outfit’s cake, so this round up will be the icing on the cake of artsyF A S H I O NWeek!  Some wearable, some not, all fun!

    Shell, mosaic shoe by Candace Bahouth
    Broach by Tatiana Warenichova
    Raspberry by Ana Hagopian
    My Laundrette by Sharla Valeski

    1.  Candace Bahouth

    2.  Tatiana Warenichova 

    3.  Ana Hagopian 

    4.  Sharla Valeski 

    Hope you’ve enjoyed the artsy fashion fun this week!  Have a fantastic weekend, Artsies!

  • Friday Forager Faves: Shutterbugs

    Friday Forager Faves: Shutterbugs

    Please enjoy this oldie by goodie while I spend the next two weeks camping, packing, visiting with the mom-in-law and moving from WA to OR. See you in September!

    I can’t believe it is the end of another week already.  The time is quickly flying by as George and I prepare to make our way to the West Coast.  I plan to take LOTS of photos both on our trip and once we have arrived.  But alas, I am merely the point & shoot type.  Oh, I try to compose a nice shot or get all artsy with the angles and such, but I have a long way to go.

    I took a few photography classes in high school and college and well, let’s just say I never did quite get the hang of it.  I am mechanically challenged to say the least.   I have such respect for fine art photographers, because I know how difficult getting that perfect shot can be.  So today’s faves feature some of my favorite photogs!

     Doug Eng

     

    Amy Carmichael Smith

     

    Thomas Hager

     

    Pamela Viola

     

    Heather Blanton 

     

    Matt Sawyer

     

    Have a great weekend, Artsies!  Get out and take some cool pictures.