I came upon an artist who paints dogs on a daily basis.
Kimberly Kelly Santini has been painting dogs each day for the past three years. She says it is like a fine wine that keeps getting better with age. I gather she is talking about her paintings, or maybe the dogs too!
Added bonus, she donates part of the proceeds from her commissioned pet portraits to animal welfare.
FABULOUS!
Visit her blog.....
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Interesting New Art Book
Two months after publication,
James Gurney's book is
#1 on Amazon for books about Realism and Neo-Classical Painting and
#2 in books about Painting
Imaginative Realism: How to Paint What Doesn't Exist
Synopsis: This book has been described as the ultimate reference for fans of science fiction and fantasy illustration. Imaginative Realism links traditional techniques with contemporary visualisation.
Award-winning fantasy artist and the creator of Dinotopia, James Gurney systematically examines and details practical methods for creating believable pictures of imaginary subjects.
This is NOT a book about the use of digital tools. Instead the focus is on the use of plein-air studies, models photographed in costume, maquettes, models and tableaus.
He also demonstrates the use of thumbnail sketches, storyboards, charcoal comprehensive drawings, tone paper studies and a variety of approaches and techniques relevant to composition.
The bias is towards Gurney's normal fantasy art subject matter but the principles are applicable to all painters who create works which involve some element of imagined realism.
Sunday, December 27, 2009
Only in Washington
Ebony and I were on the Chehalis Western Trail the other morning. It was one of those gray, drizzly, Washington days.
Kali was styling....attired in his yellow slicker staying dry. I noticed his raincoat had a hood. My guess is that dogs probably will not put up with the hood option.
Dave and Kali
We passed a woman who raved about what a beautiful day for a walk. I chucked. She must be a native for who else would call a drizzly, gray day beautiful? My beautiful day is no rain and a bonus if the sun shines.
Not only is the Chehalis Western Trail a lovely place to walk your dog, but also provides entertainment for those of us who enjoy meeting other unique travelers and their pets.
Kali was styling....attired in his yellow slicker staying dry. I noticed his raincoat had a hood. My guess is that dogs probably will not put up with the hood option.
We passed a woman who raved about what a beautiful day for a walk. I chucked. She must be a native for who else would call a drizzly, gray day beautiful? My beautiful day is no rain and a bonus if the sun shines.
Not only is the Chehalis Western Trail a lovely place to walk your dog, but also provides entertainment for those of us who enjoy meeting other unique travelers and their pets.
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
New Art Gallery in Olympia
The other day I stumbled upon a unique, new gallery in downtown Olympia, Washington.
Matter features artworks that incorporate recycled, reclaimed, and responsibly harvested materials. The gallery opened in September and features art from about 70 artists.
You will find artwork created with unusual materials that are functional as well as aesthetically pleasing. Definitely a unique gallery! A must stop in Olympia.
Matter...where art and sustainability hang together...is located on 5th Avenue near Capitol Way.
Matter features artworks that incorporate recycled, reclaimed, and responsibly harvested materials. The gallery opened in September and features art from about 70 artists.
You will find artwork created with unusual materials that are functional as well as aesthetically pleasing. Definitely a unique gallery! A must stop in Olympia.
Matter...where art and sustainability hang together...is located on 5th Avenue near Capitol Way.
Monday, December 21, 2009
Get Playful With Color
Hans Hofmann developed a technique he called “push and pull,” which proved that the illusion of space, depth, and even movement on a canvas could be created abstractly using color and shape, rather than representational forms.
Through his own vibrant paintings and pioneer teaching, Hans Hofmann has inspired many generations. Hofmann was recognized for helping students find their own distinctive ways to practice art. He encouraged students to visit museums and galleries where they would be exposed to new styles of art.
Visit his website and virtually try his "push and pull" color method.
Through his own vibrant paintings and pioneer teaching, Hans Hofmann has inspired many generations. Hofmann was recognized for helping students find their own distinctive ways to practice art. He encouraged students to visit museums and galleries where they would be exposed to new styles of art.
Visit his website and virtually try his "push and pull" color method.
Sunday, December 20, 2009
Artistic Christmas E-Cards
If you have not as yet mailed your Christmas cards, there are many FREE Christmas e-cards available.
Some of the best are on museum sites!
Victoria and Albert Museum - Christmas e-cards - these are all sent on 25th December
National Museums Liverpool
All proceeds support National Museums Liverpool. Includes specific microsites for : Vintage Christmas and New Year e-cards and the Stewart Bale collection (black and white photos of Christmas stores from the 40s and 50s)
National Museum of Wales - Christmas e-cards
Tate Museums - Tate Kids e-cards
Geffrye Museum - Christmas e-cards
Interestingly, I could find very little evidence of the development of a slick and simple e-card operation on the websites of the American Art Museums. The Met has nothing and I tried a few others with the same results.
Some of the best are on museum sites!
Victoria and Albert Museum - Christmas e-cards - these are all sent on 25th December
National Museums Liverpool
All proceeds support National Museums Liverpool. Includes specific microsites for : Vintage Christmas and New Year e-cards and the Stewart Bale collection (black and white photos of Christmas stores from the 40s and 50s)
National Museum of Wales - Christmas e-cards
Tate Museums - Tate Kids e-cards
Geffrye Museum - Christmas e-cards
Interestingly, I could find very little evidence of the development of a slick and simple e-card operation on the websites of the American Art Museums. The Met has nothing and I tried a few others with the same results.
Thursday, December 17, 2009
Moss Can Be Beautiful
If you live in the Pacific Northwest, moss is a menace. Because of our climate and evergreen trees, we come upon moss EVERYWHERE!
Most people in the Pacific Northwest find various ways to remove moss from roofs, patios, walkways, grass, decks, the list goes on........ I have been known to climb on the roof and scrape moss off shingles. What a chore!
This morning as I was walking the Chehalis Western Trail in Olympia, Washington, I noticed how beautiful moss can be. It covers the rocks and trees in lovely patterns and the green color is vivid. Not having my camera with me on the walk, I found some images that capture the beauty of moss.
Most people in the Pacific Northwest find various ways to remove moss from roofs, patios, walkways, grass, decks, the list goes on........ I have been known to climb on the roof and scrape moss off shingles. What a chore!
This morning as I was walking the Chehalis Western Trail in Olympia, Washington, I noticed how beautiful moss can be. It covers the rocks and trees in lovely patterns and the green color is vivid. Not having my camera with me on the walk, I found some images that capture the beauty of moss.
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