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Winter window shopping in art galleries

8 years ago

There's not much to see out of doors, approaching eleven inches of rain so far in December, mostly green grass and rotting fallen leaves.

Looking at some of my favorite galleries, I found this one which features (among other topics) rose still lives, including some David Austin roses as well as some Heritage Roses.

I wonder if other painters are active in this genre?

Cary Ennis' still lives

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Ninkasi

8 years ago

The first cabbage was the one that caught my eye as well!

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Ninkasi
8 years ago
Really beautiful work, thanks for sharing.
nanadollZ7 SWIdaho
8 years ago
Thank you so much for the link. I spent quite a while looking at these paintings, and though I enjoyed the rose subjects, my very favorite was that first cabbage. Loved it, and what a shame that it's sold. Diane
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Can you post some pictures of your room and your existing print so we can see size, how it goes with your furniture, etc? I find it easy to use tinypic.com for one-time posting. No signing into an account or anything. If I think I'll need to repeat the posting of a particular pic, I save the data on it to a word doc for future reference. You could also consider finding a local artist (see Craigslist?) and asking them to make you something. Or go take an art class and make your own. Another thought is a picture on one side, and a little shelf, a tapestry, a black and white or sepia toned pic collection, or sconces or something on the other side. Or even a grandfather clock or tall plant? Depends on your decor and your taste. Are you starting from an inspiration picture of how you want your finished room to look? Here is a link that might be useful: Tons of inspiration pics in the room threads here
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Thanks Rosie. That painting is a pleasure for me on so many levels - the crazy coloring, the "art" labeling, the primitiveness... I am way too constrained to create that freely. And then there is the personal - knowing all DH was going through at the time and his very surprising decision to try painting for respite. It inspires me. For the OP, reflect on what is appealing to you about those museum pieces you like. Crystalize that as best you can. Any gallery would be happy to help you discover works you love, for a price. If that price is prohibitive, try 'lesser' galleries, student art shows, resale shops, art fairs - just look and trust yourself to respond. Let yourself make a mistake or two, it's the only way to learn what you really love. And yes, framing can make all the difference.
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This OP has posted several dilemmas lately. I started reading this one from the onset and yes, there are several of the more critical posts missing. She clearly was happy about the selections and appeared to want validation from the people that had helped her with her other dilemmas. One of the first comments on my first dilemma on here was devastating to me and left me very upset. Fortunately, I have a thick skin and just flagged it and then along came some wonderful people to help me. Sometimes certain contributors just go too far. I’ve seen many OPs run off from this forum, but this is the first I’ve seen someone completely delete their account. THINK before you comment people! You could make or break someone’s day with your words
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I'm not inclined to put art on the wall just to decorate. I prefer to live with objects that have meaning to me. When I was in college, I saw drawings by a local artist and fell in love. A year later when I got a job in my field, I tracked down the artist. She she still had 3 40" x 60" pieces from the exhibit. This is Witch Tree VIII. The materials are paper, lead, tobacco juice and vermillion, which are traditional gifts to the tree. The image is what Hazel saw lying one her back and looking up through Manidoo-giizhikens (aka Witch Tree, Little Cedar Spirit Tree). I'm fortunate to know a framer who is excellent in framing to enhance the art. It hangs in my dining room. Here's a link to a local TV new story on the tree. Finding MN - WCCO about the tree.
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ingrid_vc so. CA zone 9
8 years ago
Yes, it's amazing, she can make a cabbage look better than a rose. I thought Golden Celebration was very well done but, since I'm a passionate collector of Chinese antique porcelain, the painting with the large red and white vase is probably my favorite, if only I could remove the rather garish zinnia in the right forefront. She must be considered quite good to command those prices. I really enjoyed this.
nanadollZ7 SWIdaho
8 years ago
I noticed that one, too, Ingrid--loved the vase, but not a huge fan of zinnias. Golden Celebration was my favorite rose subject, also. And I liked very much the green pitcher with the pink flowers. This artist does a nice job with the objects in the paintings. I need to take another look. Diane
Sheila z8a Rogue Valley OR
8 years ago
The framing is also very nicely done and can partially account for the prices.
Alana8aSC
8 years ago
Really Beautiful paintings! Thanks for sharing!
loisthegardener_nc7b
8 years ago
Beautiful, thanks for sharing the link!

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