THE NEW BLOG

Hello old friends. I gave up blogging for a long while, but I have gone back to it, albeit with a different blog, as I am no longer a "Daily Painter". And, I am now painting in oils and drawing with charcoal.

My new blog  www.BarbaraFoxArtStudio.blogspot.com  features paintings and drawings for sale, as well as works in progress, and info about exhibitions, workshops, etc.

Thanks for joining me here. I hope you will enjoy my new blog as well.
Barbara

SPRING MAIDENS lily flower oil painting

Spring Maidens
oil on linen  6 x 6"

CAMELLIA flower oil painting

This was one of the first paintings I completed after my workshop with Anthony Waichulis at Ani Academy, thus the title. I learned a lot from him, but mostly, I learned that what I was already doing was okay. I was thinking I had to use more paint and less brushing, less layering and more texture. It is such a relief to find an artist whose technique I love and can respond to. Thanks Anthony.

Ani's Camellia
oil on linen 6 x 6"

ROYAL WELCOME tulip flower still life oil painting

Home from Virginia. Glad to be back to focus on painting and some other things. Sad to leave the lovely weather and people in Nelson County.

I started this painting in NY, and finished it in VA. 

Royal Welcome
oil on linen  8 x 10"

FULL OF GRACE (SOLD) still life floral oil painting

The workshop with Anthony Waichulis has given me a new appreciation for the power of detail. and focal points. Even though I signed this new painting, I am still mulling over some changes. I am pretty happy with it though. It is only 6x6", but took a long time to paint. 

Full Of Grace (SOLD)
oil on linen  6 x 6"

ORBITAL LANDSCAPE oil painting

Orbital Landscape

oil  6 x 6"

 

IN THE WILD. Painting while watching for bears

Painting from my journey to the Adirondacks last year. I started painting in an isolated spot, and was constantly jumping at every little noise. (I have a deep rooted fear of bears.) After an hour of nervous painting, I packed up and finally finished this painting in my bear-free studio. 

High Mountain Lake 

oil on linen  8 x 10"

CONTINUUM waterscape oil painting

Continuum

oil on canvas 24 x 8"

This painting is currently in an exhibition, so contact me for purchase.

RED KISS (SOLD) chocolate candy still life painting

Red Kiss (SOLD)

oil on linen  4 x 4"

Thank you to Peter, Arti, Catharina, and Sue for your kind comments recently. I so appreciate all of you readers/ and or viewers. 

RENDEZVOUS IN A QUIET PLACE marble still life oil painting

Rendezvous In A Quiet Place
oil on canvas  18 x 36"

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I am excited to be participating in this exhibition that benefits the Dog Ears Bookstore and the Enlightenment Literary Arts Center. 

see more here:

http://dogearsbookstore.org/about-us/

BEHIND THE 8 BALL (SOLD) still life oil painting

A new painting of my Billiard Balls, this one is 4 x 4". It's a winner.

Billiard Balls #2 (SOLD)
oil on linen 4 x 4"

THE DWELLING PLACE marble still life painting

A wee painting. How do I do it? teeny tiny brushes, steady hands, good light, and an understanding Chiropractor.

The Dwelling Place
oil on linen 4 x 4"

DWELL ON DREAMS. Can one feel good about themselve, but still want to improve?

A merry day after Christmas, and I'm back to work; planning what New Years resolutions to resurrect from last year. Diet, exercise, and a tidier house are usually on the list, and I can honestly say I am getting better at these things. Isn't that what life is after all? A big self-improvement workshop? 

Dwell on Dreams
oil on linen 4 x 4"
$75

A DIFFERENT PATH FOR NOW. Winter landscape oil painting

The Favored Trail

oil on linen  8 x 10"

I have made a lot of changes in my art and my business the last few years, but have neglected to update my marketing as well. The blogs and daily painting sites worked so well for a time, but I've come to the conclusion that I need to shake up my marketing plan, just as I've shaken up my painting skills.
Thank you to all my readers and comment-ers. You have no idea how much your interest and support means to me.

BILLIARD BALLS pool balls still life oil painting

Billiard Balls

oil on panel  6x6"

FLOWER OF RICHES peony oil painting

Flower Of Riches

oil on canvas  30 x 40"

I just love pink.

BEAUTY, PEACE, AND ORDER ramblings from an artist with a messy house

I am preparing for my open studio November 1 & 2. 

I hope you are one of those lucky ones who can make a trip to Western New York to visit the 4 studios of East Otto Country. Or, sign up for my newsletter, and I will keep you apprised.

(I am Mill Street Art Gallery)

I always have new paintings, so my list involves vacuuming, dusting, and framing. All very un-loved activities, especially framing. But, I do love a clean space and well presented art. 

It's funny, the annoying things we have to do to get the results we love. I am not one of those people who think the mundane chores of life are meditative and enjoyable. They are just a means to the end, which for me are: 

BEAUTY, PEACE, ORDER, CALMNESS. 

I wonder, if I can keep these my goals, instead of more tangible things like a vacation, a possession, or some artistic accomplishment, I can find the time and energy to do the un-loved chores.   

KISS (SOLD) candy still life oil painting

Kiss (SOLD)

oil on canvas  4 x 4"

When things are slow, march out the old successes. Chocolatey goodness.

PETE'S POND #2 (SOLD) landscape oil painting

Pete's Pond #2 (SOLD)

oil on canvas  8 x 10"

Last weekend spent painting at my friend's cabin. Day 1 was very overcast. I painted the pond using the muted colors I saw (see previous posting). The next day was as bright and beautiful a Fall day you could ask for. I tried to be a little more decisive painting alla prima, and this rather 'Fauve' painting is the result.

PETE'S POND landscape oil painting

Pete's Pond

Painting en plein air at Carolyn and Pete's cabin yesterday. It started out grey and overcast, but when the sun came out later in the afternoon, so did all the bright colors! Lovely, lovely spot.