I took this photo several years ago. I just love the blue in the boat, the light reflections in the water and those fabulous shadows.
Makes me smile… Happy Saturday!
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Answer: This is a painting by Gene Costanza, a fabulous artist from Oregon. Gene’s work is incredible – if by chance you aren’t familiar be sure to check out his website and also read a bit about him. Fred and I met him once, here in Charleston, SC – What a nice guy!
I haven’t posted a Guess the artist in a while – this is one of our paintings, which I LOVE! Can you GUESS THE ARTIST?
I have retouched this photo on the bottom left corner to remove the artist’s signature.
Do you know the name of this artist?
Comment on my Facebook page or on this blog…
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This is the Holiday House plan (C0412) by Allison Ramsey Architect! This plan is a beauty! I have to say I love the “L” shape of the home, incorporating the terrace, pool, fire pit and outdoor kitchen, all of which just extend gracious living right outside your door! The exterior of this home is gorgeous – so much curb appeal!
Be sure to check out images of a real life home built (Houzz)… WOW! It helps to see the real thing, doesn’t it? For each of the images you will see questions that people have asked. There is a lot of great information!
This plan offers a nice, open, living/dining/kitchen area. Can you imagine working at this kitchen island with views of your beautiful terrace and pool? There is a wonderful downstairs master suite, with windows looking onto the pool area. There is also a library and reading room. Oh! Love it!
The upstairs is just perfect with two bedrooms, a bathroom and a sitting room.
All images via AllisonRamseyArchitect.com, used with permission…
Tom Brown. So many interesting paintings with layers of wonderful, thick paint that adds texture. The shadows and colors are wonderful. Oh, the light! Love the signature as well! Absolutely beautiful!
Be sure to check out Tom’s Daily Paintworks Gallery!
Read a bit about Tom, from his website:
ABOUT ME
I am a lifetime artist. And for many years I have been teaching my unique painting methods to other artists through sold-out workshops as well as my Videos and eBooks.
This website shows a small sampling of my paintings. You can see more of my recent work on my Daily Blog where I offer new affordable original oil paintings every day of the year.
I’m former president of the Orange Art Association, and past member of the Laguna Plein Air Painters Association and Southern California Plein Air Painters Association. I’ve hosted a popular TV show teaching my unique method of oil painting outdoors (en plein air) and in the studio. My work has been represented through prominent galleries for more than 20 years and is in numerous corporate collections.
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Are you looking for a quick and easy recipe no-bake cookie recipe? I didn’t think I was a fan of the no-bake chocolate, peanut butter, oatmeal cookies – but after I made them (I’m not sure if this recipe was different, but let me tell you…) OUT OF THIS WORLD! Bonus… you don’t even bake them!
Once you mix up the batter, you spoon onto a cookie sheet with parchment paper (or silicone baking sheet), let sit 30 minutes and they are done!
Continue reading “No Bake Oatmeal, Peanut Butter & Chocolate Cookies”
Michael Naples. There are so many wonderful paintings – Michael has a great website as well as a blog and a Daily Paintworks site. All are fabulous, be sure to check them out! I love the black background in this painting PAIR OF PEACHES. Doesn’t it just make those peaches come alive? Wonderful!
Also be sure to keep up with Michael on Instagram @michaelnaplesfineart!
Read a bit about Michael, from his website:
Michael Naples is an artist from Wheaton, IL (Chicagoland). He earned his BFA degree from the American Academy of Art in Chicago. In 2001 he was accepted into the Society of Illustrators and published in their annual.
For the next decade he filled his time doing various illustration jobs, murals, and many, many commissioned portraits for people all over the US. But it wasn’t until a chance encounter with an article about Daily Painting that he found his passion for oils. He began his own Daily Painting Project in August 2006 and hasn’t lost a bit of momentum.
Michael has won several awards and had numerous articles published about his paintings. These Daily Paintings have been purchased by collectors all over the world including Australia, New Zealand, Switzerland, Czech Republic, Great Britain, Netherlands, United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, Sweden and every state in the US.
When Michael is not behind the easel, he enjoys spending time with his beautiful wife and 3 daughters.
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Charleston, SC Porch with Flowers
Don’t you love those regal looking palms? They command attention, especially on a breezy day – I love the sound they make.
Spring has definitely sprung here in Charleston. Window boxes, planters, beautiful flowers everywhere. What a joy! Get out and enjoy your day if you can! 🌸
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We only have one Earth – it should be treated with respect…
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Isn’t this painting striking? Everything about it makes me smile. I especially love the imperfection, the fact that the fruit is not exactly round, which can be so boring. To be able to paint like this would be a dream! Loving those subtle shadows and light, the background, the composition, the brush strokes, absolutely everything! The little touches that Tom makes can change a painting and take it from nice to stunning at the speed of light. Those little bits of orange make my heart sing! Brilliant!
I have always loved Tom’s paintings. He has his own distinct style, his paintings stand out to me. Are you an artist who needs a nudge in the right direction or just wants to see what you may pick up from someone who’s paintings have such a unique quality? If so, you may be in luck! Tom has a 3 day workshop beginning Friday, May 19, 2017 at Del Mar Art Academy and it’s going to be fabulous! From their website:
Tom will be teaching painting in what is called the “gestural color method,” emphasizing the idea of trusting the first impression you receive when observing the subject you wish to paint – whether still life, landscape, figurative or from reference material. If practiced with regularity this approach to painting can take a painter far and help to instill the attitude that “all great painting can be found in the honest and humble study.” Click HERE to read more about the workshop!
Tom also has an ongoing Thursday workshop in Newport, if interested, contact Tom: tombalderas@gmail(dot)com
Read a bit about Tom, from his website. This is one of my all time favorite bio’s. Not only is Tom creative with paint, he is so creative with words!
Third son of four. painter. writer. musician. photographer. thinker. creator. listener. observer. human. social. loner. understanding. misunderstanding. giver. taker. wanter. perfectionist. imperfect. mess. father. Found himself dwelling upon an emotional and artistic precipice since birth.
Growing up in Torrance, California, Tom Balderas lived only a few miles from the ocean, which has made nature, along with his family, the main inspiration of his paintings. Balderas attended Loyola Marymount University, where he studied film production and art. After graduating, he worked several years for NBC Productions and made many made-for-television movies. He then began studying under the tutelage of his photographer father, as well as Joseph Mendez, master painter and teacher. Balderas considers the time spent studying with Mendez to be the cornerstone of his growth as a painter.
Also, studied with charles, anne, jennifer, daniel, sophia, lynne, joseph, harold, zen, elliott, starbuck, dan, andrew, dr. block, zinaida, david, e. charlton, michael, rose, ken, walter, selden, chris, armin, joaquin, edward, bejar, valentin, george, edward, jesus, pierre, rachel, mort, marileigh to name but a few of so many.
Works towards progress.
I love it! Works towards progress… Something we all need to be doing. I also love all the people Tom has studied with, told you… creative!
Be on the lookout for Tom’s new website, coming soon… You can check back here for the link (use the Search on the Home page)…
All images via TomBalderasFineArt.Blogspot.com, used with permission…
New Website Coming Soon – Will add link here once it’s complete!
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This Spring Normandy Farms Bakery begins a new venture – This wonderful old building (a bank for the past 150 years) is taking on new life. The first floor will be a casual restaurant called THE ROOM. Mike Ray (owner of Normandy Farms Bakery) and Ben Johnson will take over the space and make it all their own.
We are so fortunate to live in Charleston, SC. The food scene is over the top amazing. This will be a great addition! More info from CharlestonEater.com!
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Pretty as a picture. Love this lavender on a home downtown (Rainbow Row). One thing you will see in Charleston, SC are colorful homes. Not all of them, but they do fit rather nicely in the tropical climate. The shadows on this home are stunning!
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Tax Day. In case it slipped your mind, time to “pay the Piper”… Checks sent for taxes owed are supposed to be postmarked by today. 📬
Yippee! NOT…
Hope yours wasn’t too painful – enough said.
Morning Walk – I think these look so Easterly! So I thought I would fit them into this week of photos.
Hope you’ve all had a nice Easter weekend/Spring Break/Time Off/Time Working…
Happy Monday!
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I took this photo years ago – Fresh flowers hanging on the gate at a church downtown really shows you how special this day is! Easter!
If you happen to be in Charleston, SC on Easter and the weather is nice, get out and take some photos, there is magic here in Charleston!
A nice shot for Easter weekend. This is St. Michael’s Church in Charleston, SC.
Charleston has many beautiful, historic churches and St. Michael’s is one of them!
Enjoy your Saturday, happy Easter Eve! Tomorrow is a big day! ✝️
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