Thanks Studio Gallery!

Lean Two

In addition to Christmas cards in yesterday's mail, came a note that this little painting was purchased from the current "TINY" exhibit at Studio Gallery, Polk Street, San Francisco. Yea!  It always feels great when someone picks one of your pieces--like having your puppy litter find good homes! Haven't posted painting in awhile.  There was such a push for Open Studio weekend, and then I needed to get in gear for the holidays - goodies for grandchildren, nieces and nephews etc. 

As the new year approaches I'm thinking about a 2013 goal ...a direction/subject/style to tackle.  Setting a definitive subject is a challenge for me. I'm the type that often starts out on a journey, enthusiastic and spontaneous -and sees where it takes me.  But this year I want to be more thoughtful about the process.   I'm still undecided: figure, abstract, landscape, still life!  It's hard to narrow completely, and I know I won't completely work on one subject - it's just too much fun to mix it up!
But I'm open - Any suggestions?

Prints are in and lookin' good!

8x8                    Salute             giclee print

The giclee' prints arrived Friday from Skylark Images --they look great!  They really match the original painting.  Skylark uses archival pigment ink (different from home printer inks) on French high-quality watercolor paper. The print is 8x8" plus a 1.5 inch white border  which allows you to matte and frame easily.   It was a popular item at my Open Studio this weekend.  If you order asap, you can get it in time for the holidays.  (note: because of the size (total 11x11") an over-sized will be used).  You can click on the button to see details. 
Also, if there are previous posts you'd like to see in print form, let me know.

A Sneak Preview....

Yesterday - Day 1:  

I took these snaps early yesterday- the studio spiffed up and snacks out. 

not bad at all.  10 folks came by to check out the space, the paintings and say hello. The little wine print seems to be a favorite.  A couple earlier figure paintings also drew a lot of comments. An extra bonus - given I was going to hang out in my studio between guests, I took advantage of down time to paint.  A good day overall.  Maybe a few more folks will stop in today - the rain appears to be over; blue skies peeking out.  Back to the easel for awhile.