Friday

Good morning! What a beautiful (and finally) cool weather day for us in southeast TX! Yesterday I worked on cleaning up my studio, organizing my "painting ideas" file, that always seems to get into a mess far too quickly!
I am starting a painting of Monet's, which is something I have wanted to try for years. We can all learn from the old master's, no matter if we are fine artist, or just spectators.
Also, I recently took some new photos of future ideas for still life's. I love photography. It is one of the things that I have found  to be comforting, and spontaneous. If I am not in the mood to paint, or straighten up my studio, I try to grab my camera, and go! Whether it is on a short day trip, weekend getaway, or just in my own back yard, it is always amazing how many "willing" subjects I can find.

Happy painting and blessings to all,
Sandra

Tuesday "Linked" Abstract

My newest creation,"Links", is an abstract, painted in acrylics on a gallery wrapped, 16"x20"x2.5" linen canvas.I have used a bright copper paint, among golds,reds, and browns. It reminds me of all of the autumn colors going on around us right now. The earthy colors create a very soothing mood.
$125.00

Friday

"FRYday"

I seem to be on a roll with the roosters lately. My newest creation is painted in oils,on a 5"x7" stretched linen canvas. Isn't he sassy and the cock of the walk with is bright hues! But, alas, his name is FRYday.
$45.00 plus shipping and insurance.

Blessings and Happy Painting today,
Sandra

Thursday

Good day to all! I am back form my trip to Louisiana, where I am originally from. I had a great visit with family and friends, but it is so good to be back in Texas. There is no place like home, and your own bed! :)
I enjoyed visiting with my younger son's landlord, who is an interior decorator and like minded fine artist. We shared some advice and tips, and talked on and on about our love of fine art. Today I am catching up on chores and other duties that call for my attention. I can hardly wait to get to my studio and paint.All of that beautiful weather outside is passing me by....

Have a blessed day, and Happy Painting to my artist peers,
Sandra

Tuesday

I finally put the last strokes to one of my favorite paintings."Yokohama" is a breed of long tailed roosters with brilliant colors. He is sassy and beautiful, standing boldly among brightly colored fruit and vegetables, leaving the other rooster to take third place! I love bright colors, as they make me feel great! I hope this painting makes you feel great,too.

Happy Painting and Blessings to all,
Sandra

Wednesday

Somedays are not for meant for a paint brush on canvas, or paper, but rather soaking in our world, created by the greatest artist. I am really enjoying this beautiful pre-fall weather. I've been gardening, attented a neighborhood night-out gathering last night, and just paying attention to my surroundings this morning on my early morning stroll. As an artist, I love to pick up a fresh new canvas,my favorite paints, and brushes and "go for it", but today, my canvas is my mind, my eyes are my brushes, and the paint is already there,right where it should be.

Sunday

I am really trying to take advantage of this glorious weather we are having! I went walking before 8 AM today, went to my studio and painted awhile, and had a late lunch with my husband. After that, I ran errands, painted some more, and went walking again at 5:30 PM.

I must be on a rooster kick, as I have started another rooster painting. This one is more detailed than the last one, having two roosters with colorful fruit around them. I also started an abstract using fall colors and lots of texture. So much fun!
Blessings and happy painting,
Sandra

Saturday

This week has flown by.Yes, I have been painting, but can't seem to finish a thing! I have pulled out several older paintings, and touched them up a bit, all the while painting on two new paintings I've started! I am famous for doing that, especially to my dear husband. He never knows what will be hanging on our walls, and what will be removed, and look totally different the next time he sees it (or in some cases, he may never see "it" again)! :) I think that is part of growing as an artist- seeing things differently as you learn what to really look for in your work. I always want to be learning and growing. I had one grandmother who passed 6 months before her 100th birthday. She was still traveling well into her nineties, driving, quilting, gardening, chatting on her cell phone, and always wanting to learn something new. She was such an inspiration to me and so many others!
Also, I was excited to see a check in my mail box today for another one of my paintings. It feels great to know someone loves your work enough to buy it and hang it in their home or work place :)
Blessings and happy painting,
Sandra