Three Pink Tulips

These are my daughter's favorite flowers. They are a lot of fun to paint too!!! It will be posted for sale on ebay next week... maybe I'll get another one done before the bouquet is ready for compost.

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Hot Pink Tulips

6 x 6 Oil on Canvas Panel

© 2012

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tulip

Christmas Camellia - Still Life

I have mentioned before that I walk my dogs - everyday morning, noonish (when I am home), and evening. I notice so many beautiful blooms in the neighbors' gardens that just seem irresistible. 

There are many varieties of camellia and can be challenging to paint because of their perfect symmetry; I think this one lends itself to a less rigid style.

The Yuletide Camellias are not in bloom right now - not until later in the year. The leaves are used to make tea, and this plant also provides oil for many uses.

Hope you enjoy it.

Christmas Camellia - SOLD

6 x 6 oil on Canvas Panel

© 2012

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christmas_Camellia

White Rhodie in Warm Light

Found this beautiful Rhodie Bush while walking the dogs. Just had to paint it. Lots of small shapes to discern in the process and wasn't sure it would turn out. Used a warm light and thought it set off the cool shadows very nicely.

Painted mostly with a mongoose angle brush... using a brush shape that resonates with the subject helps get the feel of it. What do you think?

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White Rhodie in Warm Light

6 x 6 Oil on Canvas Panel

© 2012

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rhododendron

Pink Country Rose

Did I mention that I'd be painting more roses? Well this one has a little different personality from the traditional rose. Lots of soft varied petals. Honestly do not know the official name, but it reminded me of the country.

Painted with a mongoose extra long egbert brush... hope you like it.

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Pink Country Rose

6 x 6 Oil on Canvas Panel

© 2012

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rose

Peach Rose Still Life

Painting roses, use to scare me and stop me in my tracks, but I persevered and enjoy working with them as painting subject. Flower portraits are especially nice because I can concentrate on the unique nature of each bloom. Roses, roses, roses.... more on the way!

Peach Rose - SOLD

6 x 6 Oil on Canvas Panel

© 2012

Floater Frames

Learned about Floater Frames that are really perfect for small paintings on Canvas Panels. Lots of styles available too. Here's are the links to some suppliers of these great finds:



King of Frame

Metro Frame

Franken Frames

Golden Roses Still Life

I am having fun with roses - more on the way. 

Golden Roses Still Life - SOLD

6 x 8 Oil on Canvas Panel

© 2012