Daily Painters of Arizona

Arizona Artist, Becky Joy, still life oil painting

2012-02-14T14:42:00.001-08:00

Teapot and Teacup 11"x14" oil on canvas panel

$550. Click here to buy.

Hi everyone,

I recently took a workshop from Bye Bitney in an attempt to loosen my style up a bit. I would like to have parts of my painting almost have an abstract quality to them and I have always loved brushwork. This is my attempt to loosen up a bit since the workshop.

We worked almost entirely on figures working from models. It was so instructive, hard work and fun! I needed a few days of recuperation from the workshop. It was to bed early for me almost every night.

Becky Joy

Website

Art Workshops Online
Blog

"Vacancy" Acrylic Contemporary Impressionism Seashell Beach Painting with Butterfly by Arizona Fine Artist~Amy Tuso

2012-02-14T09:42:00.000-08:00

"Vacancy"

8"x10"x1.5"

Acrylic on Gallery Wrapped Canvas

Background Red Continues Around Edges

HOT OFF MY EASEL

www.amytuso.com

Daily Painter from Fountain Hills, Arizona Creating Original Acrylic and Oil Abstract, Contemporary, Impressionism, Pop Art and Sculpture

amy tuso

Valentine's Bouquet #2 Oil Painting on Canvas by Arizona Artist Amy Whitehouse

2012-02-13T18:52:00.001-08:00

12 x 16 inches, $400
To purchase this painting please contact the artist at amy.whitehouse@me.com
Please visit amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com to see more artwork by Amy Whitehouse.

Urban Laundry by Melody Smith

2012-02-13T08:58:00.000-08:00


24x36x1.5 Acrylic on Canvas - $350.

http://urbanartbymelody.blogspot.com

Valentine's Bouquet Acrylic Painting on Canvas by Arizona Artist Amy Whitehouse

2012-02-12T15:32:00.001-08:00

9 x 12 inches, $270
To purchase this perfect Valentine's Day gift, please contact the artist at amy.whitehouse@me.com
Please visit amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com to see more artwork by Amy Whitehouse.

Ocean, Acrylic Seascape by Arizona Artist Amy Whitehouse

2012-02-11T20:40:00.001-08:00

36"x58", $900
To purchase please contact the artist at amy.whitehouse@me.com
Please visit amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com to see more of this artist's work.

Pineapple Acrylic Painting by Arizona Artist Amy Whitehouse

2012-02-08T20:26:00.000-08:00

9 x 12 inches, $350
To purchase this joyful pineapple portrait, please contact the artist at amy.whitehouse@me.com
To view more artwork by Amy Whitehouse, please visit amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com

2012-02-08T14:22:00.000-08:00

"Summer Creek"

Oil On Linen, 9" X 12" $325

Hot days, cool water, warm rocks - that is summer is Arizona! Painted from a plein air piece while camping along Oak Creek, near Sedona.

To view my work please visit Gallery 225 in Gilbert, AZ. or The Gallery Store at the Mesa Arts Center.

Thanks, Bruce (www.BruceStam.com)

Peonies In Red Vase by Arizona Artist Amy Whitehouse, Oil on Canvas 12 x 16 inches

2012-02-06T21:48:00.001-08:00

12 x 16 inches, $400
To purchase this painting please contact the artist at amy.whitehouse@me.com
Please visit amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com and CFAI.cofor more artwork by Amy Whitehouse.

Eggplant - The Incredible Edible Series by Sharon Sieben

2012-02-05T17:33:00.000-08:00

30" x 24" Palette Knife Oil Painting on Stretched Canvas

Contact Artist for details

SSiebenArt

Plein air Best of Show at Glendale, AZ

2012-02-04T19:46:00.001-08:00

Hi everyone,

I've had a great week, but busy one. I've had two commissions to finish, which should be tomorrow. Today I took some time off to do to a plein air event in Glendale, AZ. The city hosts a one day plein air show. Last night I decided I had better go to it, because they had some good prizes. I painted two paintings, the first in the old town area of a couple of houses. I spent too much time on it and was off a little on the perspective. Time didn't help it. The second one I went out to Saguaro Ranch Park which is an old farm and citrus orchard. There are also various old buildings and farm equipment. I'm always a sucker for old stuff and junk. I found an old tractor and had a great time painting it. I was really fortunate to get Best of Show and win $1000. So, it was a great day!

Old Tractor 11"x14" oil

Red Rocks 9"x12" oil

Reflection 11"x14" oil

The Fence 8"x10" oil

I found out this week that all three of the paintings, The Fence, Reflection and Red Rocks were accepted to the Salon International Show at Greenhouse Gallery. This is my third year in the show. Such a treat to be in the show. The gallery really respects and treats the artists so well. Also, such an honor to be among some really fine artists.

Becky Joy

http://beckyjoy.com

http://beckyjoyartist.blogspot.com

http://artworkshopsonline.com

beckyjoy@beckyjoy.com

Sunflower Painting by Arizona Artist Amy Whitehouse, 16 x 20 inches Acrylic on Canvas

2012-02-04T19:20:00.001-08:00

Bold colors, dynamic brushstrokes and various textural elements, $700
To purchase this painting please contact the artist at amy.whitehouse@me.com
To view more of Amy Whitehouse's work please visit amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com as well as CFAI.co

GO LIGHT YOUR WORLD by Pat Stacy

2012-02-03T22:17:00.000-08:00

12" x 16" x 2.5"

Acrylic

$290

From the song "Go Light Your World" that

says to "Go Light Your Candle, Go Light Your

World". Bright palette knife candles light up

the dark sky with the spiral "moon" and

triskelian planet. A violet entity touched

by the light of the Creator looks on.

Stamping give a reflective look on the

bottom of the painting. Currently

available in the Fountain Hills Artists

Gallery in Fountain Hills, AZ. For more

information, please contact Pat Stacy,

patstacyart@gmail.com.

Blooming Cactus Southwest Painting by Arizona Artist Amy Whitehouse, 20 x 20 inches Acrylic on Canvas

2012-02-03T21:51:00.001-08:00

20 x 20 inches, $500
To purchase contact Amy at amy.whitehouse@me.com
Please visit amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com for more artwork!

Home Sweet Hope by Arizona Artist Amy Whitehouse, 8 x 10 inches Mixed Media on Canvas

2012-02-02T20:07:00.001-08:00

$150
This mixed media painting is one in a series dedicated to adoptive homes. It contains glitter, music, a real little key, stamping and various papers. Please contact me if interested in purchasing: amy.whitehouse@me.com
To see more of my work please visit amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.comas well as CFAI.co

The Trees Will Clap Their Hands by Arizona Artist Amy Whitehouse, 24 x 30 inches Mixed Media on Canvas

2012-02-01T18:53:00.001-08:00

$600
To purchase please contact Amy at amy.whitehouse@me.com
Please visit my site to see more artwork: amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com

Fruit Bowl Still Life Painting by Arizona Artist Amy Whitehouse, 20 x 20 inches, Oil on Canvas

2012-01-31T19:41:00.001-08:00

20 x 20 inches, Oil Painting, $600
To purchase this artwork please contact Amy at amy.whitehouse@me.com
To see more of Amy's artwork please visit amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com

Fall Leaves and Pumpkin 11" x 14" Acrylic Painting by Arizona Artist Amy Whitehouse

2012-01-30T21:38:00.001-08:00

$400
To purchase this painting please contact the artist at amy.whitehouse@me.com
To see more artwork by Amy Whitehouse, please visit the site amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com

"Circle Of Friends" Textured Imprinted Sculpted Multi-tonal Acrylic Abstract by Southwest Daily Painter~Amy Tuso

2012-01-30T12:27:00.000-08:00

"Circle Of Friends"

36"x36"x1.5"

Mixed Media Acrylic

Gallery Wrapped Canvas

www.amytuso.com

Daily Painter and Fine Artist Amy Tuso of Fountain Hills, AZ Creating Original Abstract, Contemporary, Interpretive, Modern, Acrylic and Oil Artworks

amy tuso

BECKY JOY oil landscape painting Arizona canyon

2012-01-28T19:14:00.001-08:00

"Arizona Wash" oil 11"x14" $600. Click here to buy.

I spent the day in the studio painting and preparing canvases. I needed to record a video for my online workshop working on brushwork. I chose a photo to work from. I was drawn to the bright yellow trees in the wash with the contrast of the dark rocks behind them. I moved things around and changed colors a little. I wanted the light yellow/greens of the trees contrasting against the dark warm violets of the rocks. It was a fun painting to paint with the texture and colors. Rocks are always something that I enjoy painting.

Feb is just a few days away. I have my PDF Febuary 2012 calendar page ready for you to download on the home page.My website Art Workshops Online has a new article about my value sketches with photo below from my sketchbook.

Becky Joy
beckyjoy@beckyjoy.com
Art Workshops Online
My Website
My Blog

Adobe Nights - By Melody Smith

2012-01-28T09:22:00.000-08:00


20x24x1.5 Acrylic on Canvas $185.

Cooking Supplies Oil Painting 8"x10" by Arizona Artist Amy Whitehouse

2012-01-27T20:52:00.001-08:00

$125
To purchase this painting please contact Amy at amy.whitehouse@me.com
To see more of Amy's work please visit amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com

"Crazy Heart" by Li Mahalik

2012-01-26T21:01:00.000-08:00

Mixed Media with paper, Acrylic,

20"x16"

I lost count revising this painting.

When working on an abstract like this, there's essentially only the esthetic that counts.

Everything in the process to get there is a play of vision and a sense of vulnerability;

the birth of many possibilities to choose from, accompanied by so much to lose with every stroke.

But I think like life, it will all work out

If you don't quit.

To see more of my work, please visit my blog, or my web site.

Happy Chinese New Year!

"Linked" Sculpted Inprinted Textural Acrylic Communication Abstract by Arizona Daily Painter~Amy Tuso

2012-01-26T12:23:00.000-08:00

"Linked"

Mixed Media Acrylic

36"x36"x1.5"

Gallery Wrapped

http://www.amytuso.com/

Daily Painter and Fine Artist Amy Tuso of Fountain Hills, AZ Creating Original Abstract, Contemporary, Interpretive, Modern, Acrylic and Oil Artworks

amy tuso

Let's Cook 6"x8" Oil Painting of Cooking Ingredients by AZ Artist Amy Whitehouse

2012-01-25T19:17:00.000-08:00

$125
amy.whitehouse@me.com
amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com

Arizona artist Becky Joy participating in Grand Canyon & Telluride Plein air

2012-01-25T16:10:00.001-08:00

"Rock Springs" oil 24"x30" $2900.

Click here to buy.

I starting painting this from a plein air painting that I had several months ago. I quickly blocked it in and did some work to it. I sent off the plein air painting called, The Source" oil 9x12", to the American Impressionist Society National Show. The painting sold right away. So, I no longer had my reference except for photos. I really wasn't happy with the work that I did to it before. Today, I finally got back to it and realized some of the problems that I had with the painting. Since it is a larger piece than the other one, I opened the sky a little on the left side. I also had grayed some of the colors too much. I lightened the trunks of the trees, put more light into the trees and made the colors much more vibrant. I went into the painting with much more gusto with the brush today.

Some days just feel more confident and ready to tackle anything. This was one of those days. It didn't take too long for me to get the painting on the right track. I also find that when I'm duplicating a painting, I need to put away the original one (in this case, the photo). It's important to look at the painting for itself. To do whatever that particular painting needs. Anyway, I feel much better about this now.Yesterday, I just got the news that I am invited to the Grand Canyon Plein Air in Sept 2012. So far, that is three acceptances for the new year, the Outdoor Painters Society Member show in Dallas, Telluride Plein Air and now GC.

Becky Joy
http://beckyjoy.com
http://artworkshopsonline. com
http://beckyjoyartist.blogspot.com
beckyjoy@beckyjoy.com

plein air oil landscape Arizona Junk by Becky Joy

2012-01-24T15:39:00.001-08:00

Kit's Library of Visual Solutions 14"x11" plein air oil

$600. Click here to buy.

I had such a fun time painting out on location today. Not the typical pretty picture, but a painting of metal "junk". Or, as my friend Aryana says " Kit's Library of Visual Solutions". I went to my artist friends, Aryana and Kit's the morning to paint. They have so many interesting things on their property. I always enjoy the visual treat. I've even taken my friend Deb Groesser to their place to paint. We spent a day their. Previously, I've posted and painted their old jalopy truck "Giovanni". Kit is a metal sculptor and jeweler, thus his library of visual solutions.

Today I just got the news that I'm invited to the Grand Canyon Plein Air for Sep 2012. I'm very excited about how 2012 is shaping up.

Becky Joy
http://beckyjoy.com
http://beckyjoyartist.blogspot.com
http://artworkshopsonline.com

Beach Read, Figurative Oil Painting Beach Scene by AZ Artist Amy Whitehouse

2012-01-23T21:18:00.001-08:00

6"x8", $175
To purchase this painting please contact Amy at amy.whitehouse@me.com
To view more of Amy's artwork please visit amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com

"Council" Palette Knife Multicolored Oil Spiritual Messengers Art by Arizona Daily Painter~Amy Tuso

2012-01-23T12:18:00.000-08:00

"Council"

Oil

24"x18"x1.5"

Gallery Wrapped

http://www.amytuso.com/

Daily Painter and Fine Artist Amy Tuso of Fountain Hills, AZ Creating Original Abstract, Contemporary, Interpretive, Modern, Acrylic and Oil Artworks

amy tuso

Best Buddy Dog Portrait in Acrylic by AZ Artist Amy Whitehouse

2012-01-22T21:45:00.001-08:00

6"x8", $125
I don't know this dog personally but he looks like he'd be named Buddy - at least that's what I would name him. I think he has a good face and would be a good companion. Not too hyper, but interested in staying nearby to comfort and protect. If you would like Buddy in your home, please let me know and he can be yours: amy.whitehouse@me.com And if you have an extra minute please visit my blog to see the last several paintings I've posted: amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com

Arizona Centennial Painting Project by Becky Joy

2012-01-22T16:09:00.000-08:00

This is a post on my 5 C's Art Project blog. A project and art exhibitions celebrating the Arizona Centennial.

Follow our visual journey as we paint about the 5 C's, 5 C's Art Project.

Cotton, Irrigation is On, oil 11"x14" by Becky Joy

Irrigation in the Arizona desert is vital to the growing of cotton. Once the cotton is about ready to harvest, the water is turned off and the green plants die leaving the white balls of cotton ready to pick. By 1920 cotton had become a major crop in Arizona during WWI, replacing much of the other crops that were produced. When the war ended, the cotton boom ended. During and after WWII there was a resurgence of Arizona cotton eventually with the planting of as many as 400,000 acres. It is still an important crop in Arizona with many remaining fields in the Casa Grande area.

Becky Joy

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http://beckyjoy.com

http://beckyjoyartist.blogspot.com

http://artworkshopsonline.com

Oil Landscape Workshop

2012-01-22T10:54:00.000-08:00

Cactus on the Rocks

Plein Air Oil

Landscape Oil Workshop

Feb. 25, 2011

Landscapes in Oil Workshop at Arizona Art Alliance Gallery (near Indian Bend Road and 101 in Scottsdale). Please contact me at Bruce@BruceStam.com for further information or visit the Arizona Art Alliance webpage at www.azartalliance.com.

Thanks, Bruce

2012-01-21T09:49:00.000-08:00

"River Bend"

Oil, 9" X 12" $325

Last summer on a painting trip the sunrise was spectacular. This is a portrayal of that moment when the sun is coming over the mountains but has not quite lit up the ground.

To view my work please visit The Gallery Store at the Mesa Arts Center, Mesa, AZ., or Gallery 225 in Gilbert, AZ.

Thank you, Bruce (www.BruceStam.com)

Arizona Artist Becky Joy, Fall Color Aspen Trees painting

2012-01-20T16:12:00.001-08:00

Hi everyone,
I finally finished this painting, a 36"x32" oil. I started it about 6 months ago, lost interest or momentum on it. Set it aside. And got it back out yesterday. I worked on it yesterday, thought I was finished, but no. I went to photograph it today and realized I still needed a lot of work on it. I put it back up on the easel and thought I finished about 5 more times, each time photographing it, seeing something that needed to be done and working on it more. I THINK I'm done now. I hope so. I feel like I'm done with it.

Last night I went to the Putney Painters opening at Legacy Gallery. Of course, it was wonderful. After visiting some of the other galleries, I even had to go back and look at them again. I saw a few friends at the show and on the street (going to the galleries). Qiang Huang was there with his two magnificent paintings. For someone from Austin, I sure run into him I think every time he has come to Phoenix, 3 maybe 4 times now. Daniel Keys paintings were some of my favorites and of course, Richard Schmidt's. There's always so much to take in at these shows. Love it.

Becky
beckyjoy@beckyjoy.com
My Daily Paintings
Art Workshops Online
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"Sister Bear" Young Native American Girl Acrylic Painting ~ Fine Artist From Fountain Hills AZ ~ Amy Tuso

2012-01-20T12:14:00.000-08:00

"Sister Bear"

20"x16"

Acrylic

Gallery Wrapped Canvas

http://www.amytuso.com/

Daily Painter and Fine Artist Amy Tuso of Fountain Hills, AZ Creating Original Abstract, Contemporary, Interpretive, Modern, Acrylic and Oil Artworks

amy tuso

Sunset oil landscape daily painting by Arizona Artist Becky Joy

2012-01-20T10:08:00.001-08:00

Sunset Serenade oil 6"x6" Click here to bid at $95.

This is another painting from my imagination. I wanted to have a green sky. The pink clouds contrast nicely with it.
Today I had a great painting day. I finished two small paintings that are being set aside for the 5 C's art project for the Arizona Centennial. I also finished a large painting of aspen trees that had been sitting aside in the studio waaaay too long. I saw that a painter has one day a week to finish unfinished paintings. I wonder if I could be that organized? Nah!!
Tonight I'm going down to Scottsdale for the art walk and to see the Putney Painters Exhibit at Legacy Gallery. I'll let you know about it later.
Becky Joy
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http://beckyjoy.com
http://artworkshopsonline.com
http://beckyjoyartist.blogspot.com

Rainforest In My Mind Oil Landscape of Palms by AZ Artist Amy Whitehouse

2012-01-19T18:52:00.001-08:00

11"x14", $400
To purchase this painting please contact Amy at amy.whitehouse@me.com
To see more of Amy's artwork please visit my blog at amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com

Becky Joy, Arizona Artist, Twilight night impressionist oil landscape painting

2012-01-18T20:50:00.000-08:00

Hi everyone,
I started with a photo of the water and trees to get the shapes. Then created a mood by changing the lighting and adding the house, lights and reflection. The photo was taken on the Swan River in Montana in Big Fork.I'm holding the painting back to submit to a show.

This is an 11x14 painting of a cotton field in Casa Grande, AZ. The cotton was being picked and packaged at this time. The painting is part of my 5 C's exhibitions for the Arizona Centennial. Go to my blog, http://arizonacentennial.blogspot.com to see more about the shows.

I also have an online painting workshop coming up starting Jan 30. To see more information go to http://artworkshopsonline.com

Becky Joy
beckyjoy@beckyjoy.com
Art Workshops Online
Becky's Daily Paintings
Becky's Website

Peony Explosion 12x16 Acrylic Floral Still Life by AZ Artist Amy Whitehouse

2012-01-18T19:09:00.001-08:00

12"x16", $600
To purchase this painting please contact Amy at amy.whitehouse@me.com
To view more of Amy's artwork please visit amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com

The Other "Golden Poppy" by Sharon Sieben

2012-01-18T09:53:00.000-08:00

8" x 8" Oil on Canvas

This piece is the companion to the one in a previous post. Like that painting, this one is also on a 1.5 inch cradle board mounting with sides painted.

SSiebenArt

"Depth" Vibrant Reds Oranges Blues Acrylics Layered On Texture Watery Scene Abstract by Arizona Daily Painter Amy Tuso

2012-01-17T12:08:00.000-08:00

"Depth"

24"x24"x1.5"

Mixed Media

Acrylic

Gallery Wrapped Canvas

http://www.amytuso.com/

Daily Painter and Fine Artist Amy Tuso of Fountain Hills, AZ Creating Original Abstract, Contemporary, Interpretive, Modern, Acrylic and Oil Artworks

amy tuso

BECKY JOY value & color studies today

2012-01-16T17:55:00.000-08:00

Brown Onion oil 6"x6"

$95. Click here to bid.

Today I made a video for my online workshops about value studies. I continued afterward with this small still life painting. It's been a while since I've done a still life and I love painting onions, such wonderful colors. I kept the colors all cool to contrast against the warmths of the onion.

I also got the great news today that I am invited to the 2012 Telluride Plein Air Event in July. This is one that is really exciting for me.

Becky Joy

http://beckyjoyartist.blogspot.com

http://artworkshopsonline.com

http://beckyjoy.com

beckyjoy@beckyjoy.com

2012-01-16T08:37:00.000-08:00

"Light at the End"

Oil, 9" X 12" $325

The interplay between light and dark intrigues. What lies beyond the sunny patch?

To see my art work please visit The Gallery Store at the Mesa Art Center, in Mesa, AZ., or Gallery 225 in Gilbert, AZ

Thanks, Bruce (www.BruceStam.com)

Golden Poppies by Sharon Sieben

2012-01-15T09:49:00.000-08:00

8" x 8" Oil on Canvas

Painting is on a Canvas Cradle that is 1.5 inches deep. The sides are painted so it can hang without a frame. I have several pieces that are on this support so you could create an impressive flower garden on your wall!

SSiebenArt

Favorite Palms, 16"x20" Acrylic Painting of Palm Trees by AZ Artist Amy Whitehouse

2012-01-14T21:04:00.001-08:00

16"x20", $700
To purchase this painting please contact Amy at amy.whitehouse@me.com
To view more of Amy's work please visit her blog at amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com

"Dance Among The Trees" Kaleidoscopic Color Palette Knife Layered Multiple Tree Acrylic Beauty by Arizona Daily Painter~Amy Tuso

2012-01-13T12:02:00.000-08:00

"Dance Among The Trees"

18"x36"x1.5"

Acrylic Gallery Wrapped Canvas

http://www.amytuso.com/

Daily Painter and Fine Artist Amy Tuso of Fountain Hills, AZ Creating Original Abstract, Contemporary, Interpretive, Modern, Acrylic and Oil Artworks

amy tuso

Sunflower 6"x6" Oil Floral Still Life by AZ Artist Amy Whitehouse

2012-01-11T19:33:00.001-08:00

6"x6", $150
To purchase this floral oil painting please contact Amy at amy.whitehouse@me.com
To view more of Amy's artwork, please visit amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com

Summer Days, 24"x30" Oil Landscape by AZ Artist Amy Whitehouse

2012-01-09T19:35:00.000-08:00

24"x30", $800
To purchase this painting please contact Amy at amy.whitehouse@me.com
To see more of Amy's artwork please visit amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com

PLEIN AIR oil landscape painting Sedona by BECKY JOY

2012-01-09T17:02:00.001-08:00

6x8 plein air oil landscape $150.

Hi everyone,

I painted this at dawn in Sedona. Some of the lower layers of rock are a lighter color appearing orange in the warm sunlight. I've been getting ready for shows lately and finishing paintings that are laying around in the studio. Sometimes they just seem to stack up. To me the most exciting part about painting is the beginning. Unfortunately, sometimes I lose momentum and interest in a painting if I am interupted or take a break.

My blogpost on Art Workshops Online is about painting blue skies, the variety of colors to use when painting seemingly one color. More on the post.

Becky Joy

My Website

Art Workshops Online
My Blog

beckyjoy@beckyjoy.com

Grapefruit, Acrylic Still Life Painting by AZ Artist Amy Whitehouse

2012-01-08T10:32:00.001-08:00

6"x8", $125
To purchase please contact Amy at amy.whitehouse@me.com
To view more of Amy's artwork please visit amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com

Bohemian Violin with Goldfinch by Barbara Rudolph

2012-01-07T07:27:00.000-08:00

This is a new oil painting of a beautiful "Bohemian Scroll" painted with a little "goldfinch" sitting on top. I haven't quite decided upon the title yet, but this oil painting will be available next week at the "Celebration of Fine Art" in Scottsdale, which opens on January 14th.

Barbara Rudolph
website
blog
Celebration of Fine Art

Blooms on Cactus, Oil painting of Southwest Cactus by AZ Artist Amy Whitehouse

2012-01-05T22:37:00.001-08:00

12"x16", $400
To purchase this painting please contact Amy at amy.whitehouse@me.com
Please visit my blog at amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com

Garlic in Green, Acrylic Portrait of Garlic Bulb by AZ Artist Amy Whitehouse

2012-01-04T22:34:00.000-08:00

6"x8", $150
To purchase please contact Amy at amy.whitehouse@me.com
To see more of Amy's work please visit amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com

Desert Blooms, Oil Painting of Southwest Landscape with Blooming Cactus by AZ Artist Amy Whitehouse

2012-01-03T19:15:00.001-08:00

24"x36", $800
To purchase contact Amy at amy.whitehouse@me.com
To view more of Amy's work please visit amywhitehousepaintings.blogpsot.com

Sunset in Texas Hill Country by Becky Joy

2012-01-03T15:52:00.001-08:00

Last Light oil 11x14" $600. Click here to buy.I worked in the studio today trying to finish some paintings for shows. I had some ideas to start on, but this one won out today.I started with a photo from the Texas Hill Country. When I was staying at my son's home, I took a walk and came across this road. I love the shape of it. I've walked down in that area a couple of times and each time came across some deer. Certainly not unusual in Texas. I've also hit one with my car there. We both came out of that one OK.
Becky Joy
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http://beckyjoy.com
http://beckyjoyartist.blogspot.com
http://artworkshopsonline.com

2012-01-03T11:50:00.000-08:00

"Sent by Spring"

Oil, 9" X 12" $325

Spring sends rain, storms and sunshine all at the same time.

To view my artwork please visit Gallery 225 in Gilbert, AZ or The Gallery Store at the Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, AZ

Thanks for viewing, Bruce (www.BruceStam.com)

Oil painting workshops, sunset painting by BECKY JOY

2012-01-02T16:03:00.001-08:00

Mountain Light oil 6" x 8" $150. Click here to bid.

I made a little drawing over the weekend and had a definite concept in mind. I searched through photos and came up with a photo from Colorado with the meandering stream flowing through the valley. I played with the color and came up with this sunset leaving most of the painting in shadow.

Make sure and check out my workshops. I have an online 4 week workshop starting Jan 23 for $150. Learn from the comfort of your home at your own pace. Click here for more information.

Plein air workshop at the Superstitions, one day Jan 15, $85. Click here for more information.

Becky Joy

http://beckyjoy.com

http://artworkshopsonline.com

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"Tropical Iris" Botanical Purple Blue Orange Tropical Impressionist Oil Painting by Amy Tuso

2012-01-02T10:14:00.000-08:00

"Tropical Iris"

30"x40"x1.5"

Oil~Gallery Wrapped Canvas

HOT OFF MY EASEL

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Daily Painter of Abstract, Contemporary, Impressionist, Modern, Figurative, Original Acrylic and Oil Paintings from Fountain Hills, Arizona

amy tuso

CELEBRATION OF FINE ART 2012 - opening soon on our new location

2012-01-02T07:36:00.000-08:00

The 2012 "Celebration of Fine Art" is opening soon in our new location. It is off the Loop 101 at Hayden exit in "Scottsdale". I hope you will all stop in for a visit. The artists all begin to build our studios early next week. It is exciting to see the empty shell of the tent transformed into beautiful studios in such a short time. Don't miss this wonderful event.

Happy New Year,
Barbara Rudolph
my blog
my website
Celebration of Fine Art

Taking Down the Tree, Portrait of Evergreen in Acrylic by AZ Artist Amy Whitehouse

2012-01-01T18:08:00.001-08:00

3.75"x5", $35
To purchase this miniature landscape contact Amy at amy.whitehouse@me.com
To see more of Amy's work please visit amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com

White Water Creek

2011-12-31T19:00:00.000-08:00

"White Water Creek"

Oil on Linen, 11" X 14" $500

We have all been to the creek. Cold, clear rushing water, large rocks and a mix of sun and shade. the perfect place to cool your feet after a mountain hike.

To see more of my artwork please visit Gallery 225 in Gilbert, AZ., or the Gallery Store at the Mesa Arts Center, in Mesa, AZ.

Happy New Year, Bruce (www.BruceStam.com)

Bright New Year by Pat Stacy

2011-12-31T17:00:00.000-08:00

BRIGHT NEW YEAR DIPTYCH

By Pat Stacy

Bright New Year

Diptych each piece 8" x 24" x 1.5"

Acrylic on Canvas

$580

Bright and happy to start the New Year

in the right mood!! Happy New Year to

everyone--may we all have health, happiness

and joy in the coming year.

Pat Stacy

PStacy Fine Art

www.patstacy.com

pastacy@cox.net

Ocean, Acrylic Seascape by AZ Artist Amy Whitehouse

2011-12-30T18:44:00.001-08:00

36"x48", $1500
To purchase this painting please contact Amy at amy.whitehouse@me.com
To see more of Amy's work please visit amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com

2011-12-29T10:16:00.000-08:00

"Morning Light"

Oil on Linen, 11" X 14" $500

I first painted this as a 'plein air' piece from a trip to Colorado in the early Fall. The light coming through the trees and bouncing off the rocks and the tree trunks intrigued me, and provided a great spot to paint.

To see more of my artwork please visit Gallery 225 in Gilbert, AZ., or the Gallery Store at the Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, AZ

Happy New Year, Bruce (www.BruceStam.com)

"Blue Poppies" Impressionist Botanical Acrylic Abstract Floral Beauty by Arizona Artist~Amy Tuso

2011-12-29T10:11:00.000-08:00

"Blue Poppies"

20"x16"x1.5"

Acrylic~Gallery Wrapped Canvas

HOT OFF MY EASEL

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Daily Painter of Abstract, Contemporary, Impressionist, Modern, Figurative, Original Acrylic and Oil Paintings from Fountain Hills, Arizona

amy tuso

Birthday Roses, Acrylic Floral Still Life by AZ Artist Amy Whitehouse

2011-12-28T21:47:00.000-08:00

6"x8", $95
To purchase this miniature floral, please contact Amy at amy.whitehouse@me.com
To see more of Amy's art and read minimal musings, please visit amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com

nightscape moon oil painting by BECKY JOY

2011-12-27T16:19:00.001-08:00

Rising Moon oil 6"x6" $95. bid on ebay.

Hi everyone, I guess I'm getting in the mood for nightscapes. I painted this one today while playing with color. I've always loved those orange rising moons. It was difficult to photograph this painting. The blues always photograph lighter causing the orange moon not to glow as much in the photo as it does in the painting. I tried photographing it again, but came up with the same results. Blue I have found always causes a problem in photography.

Tomorrow I will post my nightscape, hopefully. I have an online session of workshops starting in Jan., 4 weeks for $150. Check it out at Art Workshops Online.

Talk to you all tomorrow.

Becky Joy

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http://beckyjoyartist.blogspot.com

http://artworkshopsonline.com

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Cathedral Rock - Vermillion Cliffs

2011-12-27T11:01:00.000-08:00

"Cathedral Rock"

Vermillion Cliffs - Northern Arizona

Oil on Linen, 11" X14" $450

From recent painting travels - the reds, the sandstone colors, the cliffs - were all so inviting!

To view more of my artwork please visit the Mesa Arts Center Gallery Store, Mesa, AZ., or Gallery 225 in Gilbert, AZ.

Happy Holidays, Bruce (www.BruceStam.com)

Crystal Cove plein air oil landscape by BECKY JOY

2011-12-26T18:01:00.001-08:00

Crystal Cove Beach House 6"x6" plein air oil landscape

Ebay $95.

I hope everyone had a Merry Christmas. I haven't posted for several days. My son and his family came to town from Austin, TX. I had both of my kids and their spouses and my 5 grandkids here for Christmas, all of us together. We had a great time. Consequently, I didn't work at all this last week. So, now it's back into the swing of things.

This is a painting I painted about 3 months ago in California at Crystal Cove in Laguna Beach. I painted one earlier in the morning in the fog. This one was painted from the same spot looking up after the fog cleared. The first painting was used in the advertising for Randy Higbee's 6" Squared show this month. Below is the ad with Crystal Cove Fog.

I'll close for now and get back to work tomorrow.

Becky Joy
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Golden Christmas, acrylic snowscape by AZ Artist Amy Whitehouse

2011-12-25T23:00:00.001-08:00

5"x5"x1", $50
To purchase contact Amy at amy.whitehouse@me.com
To see more of Amy's work please visit amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com

Mr. Snowman, 5x7 watercolor, by Stevie Denny

2011-12-24T14:46:00.000-08:00

Happy Holidays to everyone!

http://StevieDennyArt.com

email: stevie@dc3.com

A Miracle Happened Here by Pat Stacy

2011-12-24T09:23:00.000-08:00

12" x 12" x 2.5"

Acrylic with Foil

NFS

The name of this painting is what the Hebrew letters

stand for on the dreidel. It is a game played during

Chanukah by children. The dreidel is a top that spins.

I made this for my grandchildren. Each year I do a

painting to be drawn by 1 of them. The canvas was

first foiled with many different kinds of metal foil,

then it was painted with foil again applied to the

letters. It give it a luminous, textured quality that

I really like. I plan to do this again on future

paintings. The Entity is there, but the green

orange interference paint makes it barely visible

to the camera. For more information, call Pat

Stacy, 602-290-3009. www.patstacy.com

Bethlehem Night II, Night Landscape by AZ Artist Amy Whitehouse

2011-12-23T22:45:00.001-08:00

6"x12", Acrylic, $150
To purchase this painting please contact Amy at amy.whitehouse@me.com
To see more of Amy's work, please visit amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com

Rochester Tree, Acrylic Portrait of Evergreen Tree by AZ Artist Amy Whitehouse

2011-12-22T19:36:00.001-08:00

4"x6", $50
To purchase contact Amy at amy.whitehouse@me.com
To see more of Amy's work visit amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com

"Lets Go Fishing" oil painting by Barbara Rudolph

2011-12-22T09:33:00.000-08:00

"Let's Go Fishing"

This new oil painting "Let's Go Fishing" is 10 x 7". It features a "kingfisher" sitting on an old "fishing pole". It is painted in oil and will be custom framed for the opening of the 2012 "Celebration of Fine Art" show which opens on January 14th. This show will have 100 artists from all over the country exhibiting their works for ten weeks in a row. It is a wonderful show to visit and to meet the artists working in their temporary studios. We are in a new location this year, so please visit the website for directions.

Barbara Rudolph
my website
blog
email me
CELEBRATION OF FINE ART

"Colorado" Acrylic Abstract Soothing Multilayered Palette Knife Painting by Fountain Hills, AZ Artist ~ Amy Tuso

2011-12-22T07:12:00.000-08:00

"Colorado"

36"x18"x1.5"

Acrylic Palette Knife Abstract Original

Available

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Daily Painter of Original Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Figurative, PopArt Paintings and Sculpture From Fountain Hills, Arizona~ AMY TUSO

Holiday Wreath, 5x7 watercolor by Stevie Denny

2011-12-21T15:38:00.000-08:00

Merry Christmas!

StevieDennyArt.com

email: stevie@dc3.com

Grand Canyon Finial

2011-12-21T10:22:00.000-08:00

"Grand Canyon Finial"

Oil on Linen, 8" X 10" $275

How do you portray 10 miles of distance on a flat surface? It is impossible to take in the entire Grand Canyon, so from time to time I paint small scenes of The Canyon. This rock formation has always been intriguing. What has it seen?

To view my artwork please visit The Mesa Arts Center Gallery Store in Mesa, AZ., or Gallery 225 in Gilbert, AZ

Happy Holidays, Bruce (www.BruceStam.com)

Heart Stream by Pat Stacy

2011-12-20T09:05:00.000-08:00

16" x 20" x 1/5"

Acrylic on Canvas

$480.00

I painted this painting while at Hidden in

The Hills Studio Tour this past month. It is

acrylic over texture, with texture added as

I painted. It feels to me like a stream of enery

flows to and from the heart on the left to the

Entity on the right. It is a bright, happy painting,

and has quickly become one of my favorites,

For more information, please contact Pat Stacy,

pastacy@cox.net 602-290-3009 www.patstacy.com

Canyon Lake, 8x8 oil on Raymar Panel by Stevie Denny

2011-12-19T16:38:00.000-08:00

I went to Canyon Lake last week with a painting friend of mine, and I painted this en plein air, with some adjustments afterward in my studio. Although it was a little windy, the sun was out and it was a great day. I dropped my painting while trudging up the hill to my car, so there may be a few scratches and pieces of dirt. Hopefully that will add to the scene!

StevieDennyArt.com

email: stevie@dc3.com

2011-12-18T07:13:00.000-08:00

"Into the Grand"

Oil on Linen, 9" X 12" $325

At Lee's Ferry many rafters start their adventure through the Grand Canyon, soon the river shows signs of the Grand Canyon beyond. Here the river is calm and the cliffs gather strength. The river leaves the Vermillion Cliffs.

To view my artwork please visit the Mesa Art Center Gallery Store, Mesa, AZ., or Gallery 225 in Gilbert, AZ. My work can also be viewed on my website at www.BruceStam.com

Happy Holidays, Bruce

Bethlehem NIght, Acrylic Night Landscape by AZ Artist Amy Whitehouse

2011-12-16T20:57:00.000-08:00

48"x24", $600
To purchase this painting please contact Amy at amy.whitehouse@me.com
To see more of Amy's work please visit amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com

Daily sunset oil landscape painting by BECKY JOY

2011-12-16T14:51:00.000-08:00

LAST LIGHT 6"x8" oil landscape $150.

This is a painting from my imagination. I like the freedom of creating from my mind and the use of color in sunsets. They are so much fun to play with. Today I haven't done a lot of work after teaching a workshop. Tomorrow I will be back at the easel full swing. I have a commission to finish up and a couple of paintings to finish before the first of the year.

Then, I will be working harder on painting for the Arizona Centennial exhibition of the 5 C's. To learn more about this project, go to the blog, 5 C's Art Project.

BECKY JOY

http://beckyjoyartist.blogspot.com

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"Art of Collage" by Li Mahalik

2011-12-16T12:33:00.000-08:00

Mixed Media, 4x6

The Four Artists Art Show we held two weeks ago went exceptionally well. Thanks to all the friends, colleagues, relatives and neighbors who came to support us! Pleas visit my blog to see some photos and words about the show.

***

Posted here are two of about 45 collages I made the last two days as holiday and thank you notes. Included in the card is a poem I wrote:

Time flees

Moments remain

In Life

We mingle on

Bridges of words

Over rivers of gestures

We assign meanings

And the meaning of

Love remains

Have a wonderful holiday and a happy New Year! May the coming year bring you great, good fortune!

"Sunset Reflection" Heavy Textured, Acrylic, Mixed Media, Modern Abstract Original by Fountain Hills, AZ Fine Artist~AMY TUSO

2011-12-16T09:49:00.000-08:00

"Sunset Reflection"

20"x16"x1.5"

Mixed Media

Texture

Acrylic

Gallery Wrapped Canvas

Available

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Daily Painter of Abstract, Contemporary, Figurative, Modern, PopArt Original Works Of Art & Sculpture From Fountain Hills, Arizona~AMY TUSO

An Afternoon with Saguaros

2011-12-16T09:15:00.000-08:00

"An Afternoon with Saguaros"

Oil on Linen, 9" X 12" $375

During a day of painting at Picacho Peak State Park. in the afternoon I came across this scene a perfect mixture of light and dark and warm afternoon sun on the Saguaros. One doesn't often find a view like this.

To see more of my artwork please visit the Mesa Arts Center Gallery in Mesa, AZ or Gallery 225 in Gilbert, AZ

Thanks and Happy Holidays,

Bruce (www.BruceStam.com)

Trees, water, mountain oil landscape by BECKY JOY

2011-12-14T21:17:00.001-08:00

River Light 5x7" oil landscape $95

I painted this from a photo taken in Utah. It had been raining and the light came out and hit the bank and trees in the background. I grayed the colors and used violet to contrast against the vibrant lights of the yellows and greens. I used the palette knife for texture.

It was and interesting night tonight, you won't believe what happened. Well, if you knew me, you might believe it. . We decided to step out tonight, so I grabbed my black hooded sweatshirt. I was pulling it on as I walked through the garage. Halfway out there I thought what happened. "Whoa, Mike why did you turn the lights out?" As soon as I said it, I realized my sweatshirt was on backwards and the hood was covering my face. Total darkness. It took me a while to figure that one out. LOL

Tomorrow I will be going out to the Superstitions to teach a one day workshop with some students. We got lucky, the rain has subsided and tomorrow is the one good day this week. This doesn''t usually happen in Phoenix.

Talk to you all later.

Becky

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Sunset, Trees, Water oil painting by BECKY JOY

2011-12-14T10:00:00.000-08:00

Sunset Glow 6"x6" oil landscape $95.

Hi everyone, I played with color today. I thought I would post my source on this painting so that you could see how I often work. I had an old photo that I started with, then let my imagination take over with color.

I've also posted a few photos of my progression of the painting.

Now a final picture. Do you think it's time to clean? I have a path in the door, to the easel, and to the computer. The storage room on the right is impossible to get to right now. I'll start cleaning today, or maybe I'll just paint one more painting.
Talk to you all later.
Becky Joy
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"Distance" Soothing Tonal Textured Contemporary Abstract Original by Fine Artist From Fountain Hills, AZ ~ Amy Tuso

2011-12-13T10:00:00.000-08:00

"Distance"

20"x16"x1.5"

Textured Acrylic Contemporary Abstract

Available

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Daily Painter of Abstract, Contemporary, Figurative, Modern, PopArt Original Works Of Art & Sculpture From Fountain Hills, Arizona~AMY TUSO

Pink Pineapples say "Hospitality", Contemporary Acrylic Still Life

2011-12-12T20:49:00.001-08:00

6"x8", $125
To purchase please contact Amy at amy.whitehouse@me.comTo see more of Amy's work please visit amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com

Winter Scene, 8x8 Oil on Panel by Stevie Denny

2011-12-12T16:40:00.000-08:00

Today I took a class from artist Joni Falk at Scottsdale Artist's School, and this is one of the paintings I did in class. The subject of the class was painting winter scenes. We all had a great time -- Joni is a wonderful teacher.

StevieDennyArt.com

stevie@dc3.com

Pineapples X4, Acrylic Contemporary Still Life by AZ Artist Amy Whitehouse

2011-12-11T20:14:00.001-08:00

6"x8", $125
To purchase this painting please contact Amy at amy.whitehouse@me.com
To view more of Amy's work please visit amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com

"Tres Amigos" Intrepretive Contemporary Southwest Oil Original by Fountain Hills, AZ Fine Artist~Amy Tuso

2011-12-08T06:45:00.000-08:00

"Tres Amigos"

24"x18"x1.5"

Contemporary Southwest Original Oil

Gallery Wrapped Canvas

Available

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Daily Painter of Abstract, Contemporary, Figurative, Modern, PopArt Original Works Of Art & Sculpture From Fountain Hills, Arizona~AMY TUSO

UP 844, Digital "Watercolor" Art, by Stevie Denny

2011-12-06T10:10:00.000-08:00

Recently I was looking for apps for my iPad that I could use while traveling to sketch and design. I came across an app called Auryn Ink for just a few dollars, and this is my first attempt at using it. It's a great little app for drawing and painting -- it's even possible to choose different media and surfaces. This was done as a "watercolor" painting. We went to see the Union Pacific 844 Steam Locomotive when it came through Coolidge and Gilbert on November 12, as part of Arizona's Centennial Celebration. This sketch is from one of the photos I took that day -- sketched with my fingers, no stylus.

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email: stevie@dc3.com

Sunflower Squared, 6"x6", Oil Painting by AZ Artist Amy Whitehouse

2011-12-05T11:53:00.001-08:00

6"x6" on Stretched Canvas with painted edges, ready to display, $125
To purchase this painting please contact Amy at amy.whitehouse@me.com
To see more of Amy's work please visit amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com

Winter Trees, 5x7 watercolor by Stevie Denny

2011-12-02T20:44:00.000-08:00

Now that December and some cooler weather is here, I'm thinking more about the holidays. It's time to mail greeting cards!

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email: stephanie@dc3.com

Pink Chili Peppers Acrylic Contemporary Still Life by AZ Artist Amy Whitehouse

2011-12-02T19:30:00.000-08:00

6"x8", $125
To purchase this painting please contact Amy at amy.whitehouse@me.com
To see more of Amy's work please visit amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com

nocturne oil landscape painting by BECKY JOY

2011-12-02T13:31:00.001-08:00

Neighborhood Nocturne 5x7 oil on canvas panel. Click here to bid starting at $95.

Hi everyone,

I've been remiss on not posting any new small works. I've had a lot of business things to take care of, packing and shipping paintings, phone calls, show apps, etc, etc. This is a nocturne from my driveway looking down the street. I don't like going out by myself at night to paint unless I'm in a crowded well lit area, so the next best thing is to go stand at the end of my driveway. It works, but there isn't a lot of traffic or change of scenery, but it's good practice anyway.

Yesterday Christine Debrosky and I went out to find cotton fields and to do some plein air painting for our 5 c's project for the Arizona Centennial. It's harvest time right now in the cotton fields. I didn't come away with a finished painting yesterday that I really wanted to keep, but I did get a lot of reference material. Check out the project on our block, 5 c's Painting Project, Arizona Centennial.

Becky Joy

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2011-12-02T09:38:00.001-08:00

"On the Rocks"

20" X 24"

Oil

$1425

Our cacti grow in some strange places! Can you feel the heat from the rocks?

Here I am exploring shape and texture, light and dark.

Such beauty in the desert

To see my artwork please visit the art gallery at the Mesa Arts Center, Mesa, AZ or Gallery 225 in Gilbert, AZ. My work can also be viewed on my website at www.BruceStam.com

Happy Holidays.

"O Christmas Tree" Acrylic Painting by AZ Artist Amy Whitehouse

2011-12-01T13:31:00.001-08:00

6"x6"x1", $65
With painted edges this one is ready to hang with a pushpin or display anywhere for Christmas. To purchase please contact Amy at amy.whitehouse@me.com
To see more of Amy's work please visit amywhitehousepaintings.blogspot.com