Week 14

Wow, this has been a challenging week. Wasn't sure I would be able to post a new painting, but I have one---almost completed. This is a very classy gentlemen named Rumplestiltskin, or Rum. I get the opportunity to take care of him when his owner, my friend, goes out of town. He is a handsome, big guy that has taken several riders toward their goals, I am thinking of you too, Jackie!!

Haven't painted in oils in a very long time and was wondering if I could still do it. I am so enjoying this! I would say I have another day or so to finish this.. This is an 8 x 10 on canvas, soon to go to Rumple's owner.

Have a great week everyone! See you next week! And thank you for checking in for your weekly dose of fine art!!

Lucky 13

Today I had the pleasure of going to the Ocala Arts Festival, more commonly known as FAFO--

Fine Art For Ocala. The talent was incredible as always! Saw some of my facebook friends and then some--Sharon Crute, Jacki Schindehetti(?), Maggie and Kent Weakly, then met some new artists.

I went with a lovely friendI met through work. This friend had a recent loss of a beloved dog named Pebbles. I am honoring Pebbles as my Q-7 painting blog subject. I recieved a phonecall from my friend's father expressing appreciation--Wow! This IS what it is all about!!

I hope you all have a wonderful, healthy and safe week ahead! And thanks again for tuning in to your weekly dose of fine art! It is soooo good for you!

Here is a sample of one of my new watercolors. I haven't worked in this medium for YEARS! Lately I have been really enjoying applying the translucent layers of paint to create something that positively glows!! This one didn't need any colored pencil to finish it off.

This is a photo of George, a young thoroughbred foal bred by a previous co-worker. I took many photos of him and his mother, Penny, years ago. I believe it was my first photo shoot with my new (at the time) Cannon 30D. George went on to be trained and raced and is still racing, as far as I know. You will more than likely see more paintings of George!

This little Thoroughbred foal painting is posted in honor of Secretariat! I was so blessed to have watched all 3 races of the Triple Crown, on TV as a kid growing up in Illinois. I think I was the only horse-crazy kid I knew of. I am so glad that this American Hero finally has a movie to commemorate him!! I am dying to see the movie!!

One of my prized possessions is a gliclee of Secretariat painted by and given to me by Bob Judy. It has a place of honor in my studio and I look at it frequently for reference and inspiration! Bob Judy passed away this year. One day I may dedicate a blog entry to him.

I hope you have had a good week and thanks for checking in for your weekly follow up appointment! Here is your weekly dose of Fine Art. Remember, it's good for you! :)

Week 11

Hi All!

I hope you all had a healthy week and had a little bit of fun! I had an opportunity to play outside with my puppy Winston a few times, so that made my week!! Our weather here in Ocala is becoming wonderful! We Floridians can start going outside--comfortably!

There have been some interesting times in the news. Has anyone had a chance to watch the

World Equestrian Games? Fortunately there has been some television coverage and also an opportunity to watch online too.

I have been trying to practice gratitude. It is amazing how many things we take for granted. I know that I am so grateful to live where I live. Beautiful tree lined shady lanes and last night on my way home I saw a fox and an owl. How cool is that?!

I had a chance to create a small watercolor and colored pencil drawing of another cute little foal. They are addicting! This one will be added to my "Fun, Framed, Little Originals" album on my Facebook business page. I also need to add all of these to Etsy and maybe Cafe press too!

I hope you all have a safe and joyful week ahead! Thanks for checking in for your weekly dose of Fine Art! Remember, it's good for you!!

Week #10 Wow!!

I am presenting you with an oldie but a goodie! I call this Cross Country Impressions. This piece is again another salute to the W.E.G. This is a pastel on suede mattboard, 8 x 10.

This last week brought another First Friday ArtWalk in downtown Ocala. I had an excellent location and there were tons of people! I was in front of a lovely Boutique called Aurora. Save for a small 'act of God', where the wind decided to play dominoes with my paintings, it was a very nice night!! I am having less anxiety with these little public displays and hopefully am starting to establish myself as an Ocalan artist! Thank you to my 2 Angels that helped me--Denise and Tammy!!

Sitting here on this Sunday morning, with the doors open and drinking my coffee. We are finally starting to come in to my favorite time of the year!! Cooler air, less humidity! Now is the time that Floridians start going outside!! Festivals and horseshows abound from this time till around May!

I hope you all have a wonderful week ahead and thank you all so much for following my

Q-7 painting Blog! It is an honor to bring it to you each week!!

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