 "Vine Ripe" - Sold 12" x 24"Acrylic on museum quality textured paper SOLD With this season almost to an end, I wanted to share with you one of summer's most luscious bounty. These tomatoes were kissed by the early morning light and captured on this one of kind hand textured paper. I am so happy they found a good home with Betsy and Scott Dillard. "When your heart speaks, take good notes."
Judith Campbell
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 "Glimmer" 40" x 30" Oil on 1.5" deep canvas with painting continued around the edges "Glimmer" is part of the new PAINTING BIG collection. Do you remember the blank canvases arriving in my studio a few months ago? here is one of the pieces for that series. Lately, I have been on a Peony craze with their glorious flowing petals and have painted them quite a bit. The larger works are not presently listed in my shopping cart. If you are interested in viewing them or have any questions, please contact me here Art in the Barn Show at Belle Grove Plantation, Middletown, Virginia
Did you miss a piece that was sold? Come on over to Nadia's print gallery at ImageKind by clicking HERE  "River Walk" 18" x 24" Oil on stretched canvas, Framed I am delighted to have "River Walk" and "Nature's Reflection" accepted and available for sale at the Belle Grove Plantation annual art benefit, Middletown, Virginia. You are invited! Art in the Barn show will run all weekend beginning on August 5th, and will continue through the weekend. All invited! For additional show information click HERE  "Nature's Mirror" 14" x 11" Oil on stretched canvas, framed
 "Nature's Mirror" 14" x 11" oil on wrapped canvas "Use what talents you possess. The woods would be very silent if no birds sang there except those that sang best." Henry Van Dyke Did you miss a piece that was sold? Come on over to Nadia's print gallery at ImageKind by clicking HERE  "Valentine Roses" 12" x 12" oil on museum quality panel, $300.00  I was honored to hear my watercolor painting "Crystal Hibiscus" was chosen and featured in top selling author, Alyson Stanfield's Art Biz Blog. Read article HERE  Drawing can be a fun relaxing past time or a challenging endeavor.
I wanted to share with you this podcast from Sharpened Artist. It has some really neat tips for beginners and advanced artist. Click HERE to listen.  Mandevilla Smile" 6" x 6" Oil on museum quality panel In Virginia, we often see Mandevillas climbing on trellises yet this seemed like a novel way to plant them, hanging lusciously over a pot. I hope to try it now that Spring is upon us. The medley of warm colors was captivating in this beautifully aged sienna pottery. A Happy Spring to You!
 "Mediterranean Charm" 12" x 9" Oil on high quality linen panel, $300. One of my latest pieces inspired from our trip to the Amalfie Coast, Italy. This original painting shows beautifully on a wrought iron table easel, my gift to you with purchase :) ANNOUNCING THE WINNERS OF THE GIFT GIVEAWAY!!!
 "Birthday Daisies" 8" x 8" Oil on museum quality panel Courage doesn't always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying 'I will try again tomorrow. --Mary Anne Radmacher, American author and artist One of my first teachers, Richard Thorpe, said to never let a painting beat me. At the least complete it. Well, this piece walloped me the last 10 days. The daisies were picked from a birthday bouquet Allen gave me and made an adorable simple still life. " I am a glutton for punishment" was my thought as I embarked on my fourth attempt and third day in the studio... Thank goodness things worked out. Now, I don't have to close up my studio and give away all my art supplies :) I hope you enjoy "Birthday Daisies"! Time for a gift GIVEAWAY to you my subscriber!!!  "BEFORE THE STORM" 10" x 19" giclee print Time for another gift giveaway!!! I am delighted to give away not one but two prints of "Before the Storm". To show my appreciation for your support and as a subscriber to my mailing list you are included in this drawing. The winner will be announced March 8th through this newsletter and on my Facebook Page. To "like" my facebook page just click here. Did you miss a piece that was sold? Many of you have asked about prints for sale, so here it is! Not only can you now order prints directly but ImageKind will frame them to your specification should you wish. Come on over to my print gallery by clicking HERE   "Italian Morning" 12" x 12" x 1.5" Oil on museum quality panel, ready to hang $295.00 One of my latest paintings. I took this photograph while hiking the Amalfi Coast last June. We cut through some picturesque private property, including this charming little house with grape harbors and lemon trees. Hope you enjoy it!
 "Pretty Ladies", 12" x 9", Oil on panel, $300. |
 "Show Offs" and "Two's Company". These smaller original 6"x 6" oil paintings show beautifully on a kitchen counter or tucked away on a table easel  This is where I work. Studio Portico. | Come to My Holiday Open Studio Saturday after Thanksgiving, November 28th, 10 - 4 pm See Where I Paint! Studio Portico is in the garden behind our house 1131 Old Farms Road, Luray, VA Feel free to bring your relatives or friends Special treats and discounts for my subscribers. Hope to see you there! |
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And now, I am happy to announce the winner of Indian Summer print giveaway, da da dum....
And now, I am happy to announce the winner of Indian Summer print giveaway, da da dum....
"Indian Summer", 10" x 15" Limited Edition Print
Patti Gates !!!
Congratulations Patti ! I hope "Indian Summer" brings you much joy.
Congratulations Patti ! I hope "Indian Summer" brings you much joy.
Time for a gift giveaway!
"Indian Summer"
10" x 15" Limited Edition Print
10" x 15" Limited Edition Print
I am excited to give away this print . To show my appreciation for your support and as a subscriber to my mailing list you are included in this drawing. The winner will be announced November 17th through this newsletter and on my Facebook Page. To "like" my facebook page just click here.
Thank you for all the good wishes and Ashby Animal Clinic
of Harrisonburg for sponsoring the award "High Altitude"
received at the SVWS 2015 Exhibition.
Click here for more information.
of Harrisonburg for sponsoring the award "High Altitude"
received at the SVWS 2015 Exhibition.
Click here for more information.
 First layer, I covered the canvas as quick as possible with transparent color prior to moving to the longer thoughtful process of laying the thicker paint. | Alla Prima or Al Fresco? I don't know about you, but I tend to mix up the meaning of these two Italian terms. Alla Prima or "at once" is a form of expressive oil painting wet on wet where the piece is completed in one session from start to finish. Unlike painting in layers and allowing it to dry in between. I took a leap going for such a large painting alla prima. |
Often, painters labor on pieces for days, weeks and months and it's exhilarating to be in the zone on occasion as this piece flowed for me. Oh, and the meaning of Al Fresco? In the fresh air; outdoors: dining alfresco :)
"Field Of Dreams", 24 x 30 Oil on canvas
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"Field of Dreams" was inspired by Poppy photograph of Emily Pettit
You are invited to the Opening Reception
this Sunday September 20, 2015, 2 to 4 pm
Bring a friend and hear Show Judge,
Nancy Stark, share her thoughts on the pieces awarded.
Refreshments Served.
this Sunday September 20, 2015, 2 to 4 pm
Bring a friend and hear Show Judge,
Nancy Stark, share her thoughts on the pieces awarded.
Refreshments Served.
We have some excellent and proficient artist members. You'll love seeing the diverse paintings.
Here is a sneak peak of one of the abstract pieces I entered. Wish me luck :)
"Fire and Ice"
12" x 12" x .5" Acrylic on wrapped canvas
12" x 12" x .5" Acrylic on wrapped canvas
 Artist and friend, Sharon Strite, painting in the rain! Good thing we had some cover. |  Painting on our land with the Massanutten mountain range to my right. |
It is fun to have a buddy to paint with. Plein Air, a french expression for "open air" used to describe the act of painting. It was not the perfect conditions; overcast, rainy, a bit too dull for my liking...So here is an example of Artistic Licence:
 Before - The scene I chose to paint. |  After - Here I took the liberty of brightening things up a bit. I knew I wouldn't be happy with a strictly representational piece. |
After some final touches in the studio, I am happy to introduce.....
Endless Summer
9" x 12" Oil on museum quality panel
9" x 12" Oil on museum quality panel
8" x 10" Oil on wrapped canvas, $195.
When you collect Tea pots and have a gorgeous abundance of Lilies what do you do? I have started a series of Lilies and Tea pots. This is the first one. Hope you enjoy it.
When you collect Tea pots and have a gorgeous abundance of Lilies what do you do? I have started a series of Lilies and Tea pots. This is the first one. Hope you enjoy it.
Buy what you love...is number one tip for buying art.
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