TRANQUIL - Acrylic Abstract Art

 


TRANQUIL
Acrylic - 12x16 cradle board

I don't often paint abstracts but I always enjoy it when I do. Tranquil was painted during a workshop in Florida with the wonderful artist and instructor Joan Fullerton. She has an amazing way of teaching and inspiring everyone to create their most original work. I am headed back this year for my third workshop wioth and I cannot wait!




SUNFLOWER JOY - Watercolor Batik

 

SUNFLOWER JOY
Watercolor Batik - 8x10

I always enjoy painting sunflowers with their bright, happy faces!




CLASSIC TRADITIONS - Collage on Canvas

CLASSIC TRADITIONS
Collage - 8x10 canvas

CLASSIC TRADITIONS is a mixed media collage using an eclectic mix of papers, images and stitching mounted on an 8x10x1/2 inch canvas. Images were carefully selected to create a unique piece of art invoking a feeling of old fashioned traditions. Random stitching was added to the collage along with an old button and the final piece was mounted on burlap and a gallery wrapped canvas that was covered in hand painted tissue paper. 


The final piece is ready to display by hanging on a wall, propped on a shelf or placed on a small easel.

GRAND MESA - Acrylic Painting

 

GRAND MESA
Acrylic - 11x14 in

I love playing with shapes in my semi-abstract paintings. Different shapes bring different emotions. Sharp angles feel bold and structured, soft curves give a sense of flow, movement and calm while geometric shapes create stability. By experimenting with composition, size, repetition and layering of shapes you can create a very dynamic piece of art.


BLUES OF SPRING - Watercolor

 

BLUES OF SPRING
Watercolor - 11x14 in

I LOVE painting with all shades of blue paint - ultramarine blue, turquoise, cerulean blue, manganese - all calm, beautiful colors.