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Just look at these coastal landscapes. Pretty fabulous right? Artist Dru Warmath is known for her abstract work. Her abstracts differ from others because she paints abstract landscapes which makes them so interesting. Now is the time to purchase one of her paintings, she is still reasonably priced (very!), but her prices are going to be increasing soon, so if you’re thinking about it… now is the time! These paintings, along with others are available in Charleston, SC at Galerie on Broad. If you’re in the area, check them out in person. They are large impressive pieces (40×40). They make a statement for sure!
Charlotte, North Carolina artist Dru Scott Warmath has been a full-time, professional artist since 1990. Her artwork has won major awards in numerous regional and national shows. She is an elected member of the National Watercolor Society. Warmath employs an interesting division of space and odd, personal shapes to carry highly sophisticated color relationships in her paintings.
A friend and I were walking one morning and she was telling me about how they made grilled pizza… Grilled pizza? I had heard of it, but dough on a grill? Seems like a sticky nightmare. I’m here to tell you it is LIFE CHANGING! Seriously. It’s so quick and easy and you can change it up with different toppings! I found a website that gave direction on how to grill a pizza (SimplyRecipes.com) – I’m telling you… this is one you want to try! Check out the link I provided for details, but here is what I did:
HOW TO GRILL PIZZA
I bought pizza dough at the grocery store. Many stores now have it in their bakery section. You can also make it yourself, either way works!
Turn your grill on high.
Get your toppings ready, because once the pizza comes off the grill you work swiftly to get it back on, so it’s important to have everything ready to use… The top pizza I used pizza sauce, cheese, fresh mushrooms* and fresh basil. I had posted this photo on Facebook and mentioned that it was beyond fabulous, but the mushrooms made it a little watery, and I received a comment back from a master pizza maker… the secret? Sauté the mushrooms first! Tada! That did the trick!! You can make it traditional with pizza sauce or step out of the box and try just olive oil, cheese, red onion and olives – that was nice too…
Ok… next step… let the dough sit in a olive oil coated (lightly) bowl with a clean towel over it for about 30 minutes.
Then shape the dough, first by flattening with hands, then pick up and let it hang to stretch. I find this approach works best. You can use a light dusting of flour to keep it from sticking to the counter/your hands, etc. I cut the dough in half first and I make two pizzas with one package of pie dough, it seems easier to handle that way.
Shape them how you like, they don’t have to be round… I like my funky shapes… Place them on a rimless baking sheet or an upside down cookie sheet. If the dough seems sticky, dust with a little cornmeal or flour…
Once the grill is hot, oil the grates with olive oil. We used paper towels dipped in olive oil and used tongs…
Slide the crust on to the grill (or sometimes it’s easier to pick it up and plop it on the grill, whatever works for you)…
Then IMMEDIATELY CLOSE THE GRILL… cook approximately 2 minutes, check it if you smell burning. It’s ok for the crust to get charred a bit. You can check it part way through to see if its browning evenly, if not rotate it a bit if you can. Ours has never taken more than 2 minutes.
Now remove the dough from the grill, and place on the rimless baking sheet COOKED SIDE UP.
Make a mad dash to wherever your toppings are located, hopefully nearby… place the toppings on the cooked side of the dough. Add sauce or olive oil, then cheese, veggies, meat, but go lightly on top or it will be soggy and heavy. This one was made with olive oil instead of sauce, asiago cheese (Trader Joe’s!), red onion (next time I would sauté first) and olives.
Time to get it back on the grill!
and… CLOSE. THE. LID. Wait about 2-3 minutes until cheese is bubbly and bottom starts to char.
Then sit back and enjoy! Have you ever tasted crust like that? So heavenly light and crispy… just like it was made with a wood burning oven. Out of this world!!
Regal. Doesn’t this sculpture look regal? This is FLYING HERON by Darrell Davis. His work is amazing and he shows locally in Charleston, SC at Anglin Smith Fine Art. FLYING HERON stands an impressive 85″ high.. I love how dark this photo is against the light colored building.
I like the funky blue’s in this photo… this was taken last Friday during the art walk… it was an amazing night for it. I think the prediction of rain kept some people home. There was still a good crowd and it only drizzled right at the very end. This photo looks like it would make a great painting… those clouds, the car lights, the steeple… nice! Have a great weekend!
Plein Air Painters of the Southeast (PAPSE) is a great group of artists that paint “plein air” (painting outdoors). Their work is nothing short of amazing. They have to be quick to catch the light, but each is so talented in their own way. If you are in the Charleston, SC area, you are in for a treat. The Wet Paint Exhibit & Reception Opens – November 8 (TONIGHT!), 2013 from 6 pm – 8 pm at 3 Galleries in Charleston, SC – Can you imagine? Nearly 30 artists paint their hearts out for days in a row in Charleston, then tonight the show appears in three separate galleries… Coco Vivo Fine Art, Edward Dare Gallery and Galerie on Broad – you must check it out! Take a peak at the list of artists in each gallery. I am looking so forward to this!
The exhibit runs through November 16, 2013 – so catch it if you can!
Images via Plein Air Painters of the Southeast Facebook
Just a few examples…
Chillin by Larry MooreShem Creek Shrimpers by Katie Dobson CundiffBowens Island Morning by Richard OversmithPrices Alley by Bill FarnsworthWorkshop demo by Bill DavidsonPainting by Lori PutnamPainting by Rich NelsonMarsh Gold by Stuart RoperAngel Mystery by Scott BoylePainting of Old Red Grocery in Rockville by Shannon Smith Hughes – Image Shannon’s FBPainting by Andre LuceroThe Old Fisherman by Dee Beard Dean
Hope to see you there – catch you back here tomorrow!
Just look at that cool line of fog/mist on the water, pretty amazing isn’t it? I captured this while we were moving… spectacular shot!
Well, almost a spectacular shot… the line of fog/mist turned out to be the window that was rolled down… darn it!
The stillness, reflections and just pure beauty of that place amazes me! This was taken at Botany Bay, a gorgeous place to visit if you ever get the chance, it’s located near Edisto, SC.
There is nothing better than the deck party at Crosby’s Seafood… where you can grab a plate of fried shrimp and sit on the dock… its a great time especially around the time of sunset when you can get some amazing photographs! This photo happened to be taken earlier in the day… Crosby’s has fresh shrimp, fish and oysters as well as bait, beer and ice! Check it out if you’re in the area!
Well Daylight Savings Time is coming to an end in this part of the country, which means you get an extra hour of sleep, never a bad thing, right? Don’t forget to set your clocks, watches, oven, microwave, etc. back one hour before you hit the hay!
What are you going to do with this extra hour? I think I will probably wake up at 4AM instead of 5 for the next foreseeable future! Might as well get up and enjoy the day, right? I’ll catch you back here tomorrow, and I promise to be very well rested, hee…
The November art walk is always an exciting time in Charleston, SC. This month at Horton Hayes Fine Art is a group show entitled WATER. I have seen some of the work, and let me tell you… if you are anywhere near Charleston, SC you’re going to want to be there! Fabulous artists… the talent in this one gallery is beyond belief… Some details from Horton Hayes Fine Art:
W A T E R
November 1st to 22nd. Opening Reception tonight (Friday, November 1, 2013) from 5-8PM.
Works by Adele Earnshaw, Joe Garcia, Chris Groves, Marc Hanson,
Nancy Hoerter, Mark Kelvin Horton, Larry Moore, Elizabeth Pollie, Shannon Runquist & Francis Sills
Just to give you an idea of what you’re in for… (Click on the artists name to view other available paintings):
Be sure to check out the local galleries in Charleston, SC – like I said, this is a big weekend… truly one not to miss…
Tomorrow (11/02/13) don’t miss artists painting in Washington Park! Watch plein air painting at its finest from 9AM to Noon… Mark Kelvin Horton, Chris Groves, Joe Garcia and Francis Sills from Horton Hayes Fine Art will be participating!
Bids can be placed at the respective galleries for the paintings created in the park (as well as some donated paintings) raising funds for art supplies for the participating high school art departments. The works will be viewable online early week following the event and in the galleries representing the artists.
This sealed bid auction runs through December 15, 2013 – big fun and a great cause!
See you there!
Images: HortonHayesFineArt.com and Elizabeth Pollie
This painting has such a nice autumn feel to it. I feel like I could be driving down this road on the way to the cider mill to get some wonderful crisp apples, a glass of cider and one of those wonderful little cinnamon sugar doughnuts to go with it. All that happiness squeezed in to this painting and no calories! I could look at this painting all day… the wonderful warm colors, the shadow and light, the distance that you feel… nice! This painting is at ART ON THE BOULEVARD in downtown Vancouver, WA. There is a first Friday reception November 1, 2013 from 5-9PM. If you’re in the area check it out, otherwise check out Romona’s website!
Romona likes to trick the eye, using muted colors and blurred contours painted as softly as a whisper. But in reality her canvasses are a war zone and her weapons of choice-sand paper, ends of brushes, rags and anything unconventional she can employ in battle. She knows the skirmish is over when the painting has the power to speak directly to the viewer. When an onlooker can not resist stepping into her world full of atmosphere, mystery and a mood that takes you back to days gone by, she knows the battle has been won.
Her studio is tucked away in the lush Red Hills of Dundee Oregon, overlooking flourishing vineyards and breathtaking landscapes. Much of her inspiration comes from her surroundings-be it a weathered farmhouse, an ancient alder standing alone in resplendent autumn hues, or a muted meadow that pulls one’s thoughts to a conscious digression.
Self taught with nature as her classroom and the great masters her teachers, she knew at age four that painting would be her calling. Today you’ll find her paintings as far away as Germany, London and downtown Manhattan. Her works have been published in the premier art magazines including Southwest Art, American Art Collector and Art Talk.
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