Monthly Archives: November 2009

Random Journal Pages From November 2009

I paint in my art journal every single day. In fact, during the week that may be the only painting I get a chance to do. It is important to me, to paint every day though so my journal is where I go when I only have a little time and need to be creative. …

November 29, 2009 – 1:14 pm | By Gulfsprite | Posted in Art Journals | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments (1)

A Landscape “The Forest of Arden” Journal Painting

The journal I am prepping to use next is an old school book. An art class book in fact. As you might expect it is filled with color photos of famous paintings. One in particular caught my eye, “The Forest of Arden” by Albert Pinkham Ryder, painted in 1888. Here is a photo I found …

November 27, 2009 – 12:16 pm | By Gulfsprite | Posted in Art Journals, Painting | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Comments (0)

Pay It Forward Contest: 1 of 2

Back in March of 2009 I was one of three people to comment on Vicki’s blog to enter and win her ‘Pay It Forward’ contest. A little while ago I received an amazing post card in the mail from Vicki that was painted with wax. I have only seen one other piece of art done …

November 22, 2009 – 7:11 pm | By Gulfsprite | Posted in Blog | Tagged , , , , , , | Comments (4)

Contemporary Abstract Painting On Canvas: Southwest Summer

Warm summer winds and warm gulf waters are the inspiration for this abstract. This was my first foray into developing heavy texture onto a canvas. It makes me feel warm and relaxed. Like the comfy porch of a little beach house facing the gulf. This little 12″ x 12″ x 1.5″ painting is available for …

November 21, 2009 – 4:56 pm | By Gulfsprite | Posted in Painting | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Comments (0)