Original Purple Clematis Flower Painting! Art Prints & ACEO Prints! September Sketches...

"Clematis" Original 7"x5" Painting on Panel Here

This week my featured painting is "Clematis."  This purple flower was inspired by a photo by Shawn Parker Photography.   The art has a realist impressionist feel.  The original floral painting has some texture in the background and is available on my website as are art prints and LE ACEO prints!  

Most of my art is also available on my website at lisarusso.com; however, on the first Tuesday of the month, I like to put some art prints and LE ACEO prints on ebay at a lower promotional rate for the duration of the auctions...  This month, my theme includes some of my maidens with big blue eyes, you may see them here.

I am linking this post with Inspire Me Monday

http://www.create-with-joy.com/

Edit 9/28: I've ran out of time to do a separate post for PPF today, so I am sharing this completed painting.

I may not be able to do a separate post on Friday as that is the drop off day for the Dia de los Muertos / Day of the Dead paintings that I have been working on, so I may link to this post for Paint Party Friday.  To see more participants, please visit:

http://paintpartyfriday.blogspot.com/

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September 22-25 Sketches

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She has a gaze of compassion.  I think she is most likely a goddess, although she could also be a fairy angel or a mermaid.  I'm unsure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in September. This is from day 22. 

This is a rough sketch. 

Here is a sketch of an anthurium flower.  They have a bold allure...  I'm unsure if I'll paint this sketch or not, but I did enjoy sketching it. 

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in September.  This is from day 23.  

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She dreams sweetly...  I think she is most likely an angel fairy, although she could also be a mermaid or a goddess.  I'm unsure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.  

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in September. This is from day 24. 

This is a rough sketch. 

Here is a sketch of two tulips.  These flowers are nestled together...  I'm unsure if I'll paint this sketch or not, but I did enjoy sketching it. 

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in September.  This is day 25.  

This is a rough sketch. 

My Photograph of Some Stargazer Lilies + Sketch of a Lily Flower, Big Eye Mermaid, & Clematis Flowers/ January 29, 30, & 31 Art Sketches Daily...

These stargazer lilies were a gift that filled my home with joy, they sat beneath the window in the kitchen.  Lily flowers are a wonderful subject and I may someday sketch and/or paint from the photographs I took of these lovely flowers.  The rose nestled near the back was from our garden.  I hope that you will enjoy this photo!

I love to paint flowers, you may see some of my finished paintings at lisarusso.com if you'd like.

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Here is a sketch of a lily.  These flowers have such an allure...  I'm unsure if I'll paint it or not, but I did enjoy sketching it. 

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in January.  This is from day 29.  

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She is leaning over with her hair cascading down...  I think she is most likely a mermaid, although she could also be a fairy angel or a goddess.  I'm unsure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in January. This is from day 30. 

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of two clematis flowers.  I love the core of this flower...  I'm unsure if I'll paint it or not, but I did enjoy sketching it. 

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in January.  This is day 31.  

This is a rough sketch.

Original Purple Clematis Flower Painting! Art Prints & ACEO Prints! December Sketches...

"Clematis" Original 5"x7" Painting on Panel Here

This week my featured painting is "Clematis".  This purple flower was inspired by a photo by Shawn Parker Photography.  The art has a realist impressionist feel.  The original floral painting has some texture in the background and is available for purchase on my website as are art prints and LE ACEO prints! 


Most of my art is also available on my website at lisarusso.com; however, on the first Tuesday of the month, I like to put some art prints and LE ACEO prints on ebay at a lower promotional rate for the duration of the auctions...  This month, my theme is mermaids and mermaid friends, you may see them here.

I am linking this post with Inspire Me Monday
http://www.create-with-joy.com/

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Here is a sketch of a kitty cat.  It's closer to how I intend it to be, but still needs some more work.  I'm intending to paint this kitty, but I want to see if I can get the sketch right first...

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in December.  This is day 12.  

This is a rough sketch.  

Original Purple Clematis Painting! 1st Tuesday Art Prints & ACEO Prints! January Sketches...

"Clematis" Original 5"x7" Painting on Panel Here

This week my featured painting is "Clematis".  This purple flower was inspired by a photo by Shawn Parker Photography.   The art has a realist impressionist feel.  The original floral painting has some texture in the background and is available for purchase on my website as are art prints and LE ACEO prints!


Most of my art is also available on my website at lisarusso.com; however, on the first Tuesday of the month, I like to put some art prints and LE ACEO prints on ebay at a lower promotional rate for the duration of the auctions...  This month, my theme is Chinese Zodiac animals (although a Western dragon has sneaked in), you may see them here.

I am linking this post with Inspire Me Monday
http://www.create-with-joy.com/

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Here is a sketch of a big eyed gothic maiden.  She has a fantastic bow in her hair and a bit of a questioning gaze.  I think she is most likely a fairy angel, although she could also be a goddess or mermaid.  I'm unsure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in January.  This is day 17.  

This is a rough sketch.

La Luz de Jesus Gallery The 4th Annual Coaster Show Original Paintings, Angel Fairies + August Sketches...

These two small painting have been accepted to The 4th Annual Coaster Show at La Luz de Jesus Gallery...  The one with pink hair is "Lotus" and the one with red streaks in her hair is "Orchid."  These angel fairies are little 4"x4" acrylic paintings. 

It will run September 2 – October 2, 2016

Opening Reception: Friday, Sept. 2nd, 8-11 PM

Closing Party: Sunday, Oct. 2nd, noon-six PM

Location: 4633 Hollywood Boulevard Los Angeles, CA. 90027

Phone: (323) 666-7667

Email: info@laluzdejesus.com

www.laluzdejesus.com

Unfortunately, I won't be able to attend the opening, but I am hoping to go to the closing party and sometime before that to see the show.  If you're in the Los Angeles area it looks like it will be a great show, you may also see the pieces online here.   I believe that after the opening, they will take phone orders.  All of the pieces are 4"x4" square or round and there is a ceiling price of $250, although most are below that, mine are priced at $100 each.  I'm pretty excited about being included in this show!

Gallery Hours:

11 to 7 PM Monday to Wednesday

11 to 9 PM Thursday to Saturday

Noon to 6 PM on Sunday

The gallery is located inside the Soap Plant/Wacko complex.

These are completed works, I plan to post closer views of them on another day.  I also usually post at least one finished piece on Tuesdays if you'd like to come to visit!  You also may see some of my finished paintings at www.lisarusso.com if you'd like.

I'm joining in this week with Paint Party Friday.  To see more participants, please visit:

http://paintpartyfriday.blogspot.com/

Here is a sketch of a flower that I believe is a clematis.  I think these flowers have a delicate grace.  I'm unsure if I'll paint it, but I did enjoy sketching it.

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in August.  This is day 26.   

This is a rough sketch.

Purple Clematis Flower Floral Original Art Painting! Art Prints & ACEO Prints! May Sketches...

This Week "Clematis" Original 5"x7" Painting here

5"x7" Open Edition print here

ACEO 2.5"x3.5" Limited Edition LE 1st of 25 here

I am listing "Clematis," an original purple flower painting. This is my most recent floral painting, in the original, there is some texture in the background.  The flower is catching the light beautifully.  The blossom this is inspired by is courtesy of the wonderful Shawn Parker Photography.   The art has a realist impressionist feel.
I also have additional giclee art and ACEO prints here this week from Tuesday to Tuesday with a theme of purple flowers, some naturally so and others inspired to be a part of my gothic garden...


Most of my art is also available on my website at www.lisarusso.com; however, I like to put some art on ebay at a lower promotional start rate for the duration of the auctions... I have been updating my website. It's an ongoing project, but there is now an excellent selection of art available!

I am linking this post with Inspire Me Monday
http://www.create-with-joy.com/

Here is a sketch of a big eyed gothic maiden.  Her long flowing locks surround her...  I think she is most likely a mermaid, although she could also be a fairy angel or a goddess.  I'm unsure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.


I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in May.  This is day 3.

This is a rough sketch.

WIP Clematis Flower Art Original Painting Work in Progress + April Sketches, Sketch 30, Angel Fairy...

In this original acrylic work in progress WIP clematis flower painting the petals are blocked in and I've started with the lights.  I'm planning on shading the darks with glazing and then I'll move on to the core of the flower.  The flower this is inspired by is courtesy of the wonderful Shawn Parker Photography.  This is a 5"x7" painting on panel and I am optimistic that I will complete it on time for Tuesday!  

This is a work in progress, but I also usually post at least one finished piece on Tuesdays if you'd like to come to visit!  You also may see some of my finished paintings at www.lisarusso.com if you'd like.

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She has long flowing hair and she seems perhaps surprised at what is before her...  I think she is most likely an angel fairy, although she could also be a mermaid or a goddess.  I'm unsure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.


I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in April.  This is day 30.

This is a rough sketch.

WIP Clematis Flower Art Original Painting Work in Progress + April Sketches, Sketch 23, Fairy Angel...

In this original acrylic work in progress WIP clematis flower painting I've painted the stem and leaf and have started blocking in the petals of the flower itself...  The flower this is inspired by is courtesy of the wonderful Shawn Parker Photography.  This is a 5"x7" painting on panel.  

This is a work in progress, but I also usually post at least one finished piece on Tuesdays if you'd like to come to visit!  You also may see some of my finished paintings at www.lisarusso.com if you'd like.

Here is a sketch of a big eyed Gothic maiden.  She has sweet pigtails and a slight but charming smile...  I think she is most likely a fairy angel, although she could also be a mermaid or a goddess.  I'm unsure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.


I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in April.  This is day 23.  

This is a rough sketch.

WIP Clematis Flower Art Original Painting Work in Progress + April Sketches, Sketch 8, Angel Fairy...

In this original acrylic work in progress WIP clematis flower painting I've blocked in the background with a combination of a texture medium and acrylic paints.  I'm not quite sure that I'm done with the background at this point...  The flower this is inspired by is courtesy of the wonderful Shawn Parker Photography https://www.facebook.com/ShawnParkerPhotography.  This is a 5"x7" painting on panel.  I'm still working on my Day of the Dead / Dia de los Muertos maiden and I'm ever hopeful that I will complete her in time for this Tuesday I hope, but I decided to share the start of this painting today.

This is a work in progress, but I also usually post at least one finished piece on Tuesdays if you'd like to come to visit!  You also may see some of my finished paintings at www.lisarusso.com if you'd like.

I was very fortunate to win this beautiful necklace through Paint Party Friday.  PPF is a weekly blog gathering of artists sharing their art on Friday, it's a wonderful group of people and so inspiring to me!  If you get a chance, hop on over for some wonderful art!

I'm joining in this week with Paint Party Friday.  To see more participants, please visit:

http://paintpartyfriday.blogspot.com/

Here is a sketch of a big eyed gothic maiden.  She has sweet pigtails and a serious expression.  I think she is most likely an angel fairy, although she could also be a mermaid or a goddess.  I'm unsure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in April.  This is day 8.   

This is a rough sketch.

Art Sketch of a Clematis Flower...

Here is a sketch of a clematis flower.  I saw this gorgeous floral photograph and I was smitten...  I don't think I've seen one in person before, but Shawn Parker let me use his amazing photo as reference!  Check out his wonderful photographs at Shawn Parker Photography  if you get a chance.  I'm unsure if I'll paint this or not, but I did very much enjoy sketching it.


This is a rough sketch.  You may see some of my finished paintings at http://www.lisarusso.com if you'd like.

I am linking this post with Inspire Me Monday
http://www.create-with-joy.com/