I've been working on a painting from the trip I took to the Smoky Mountains. I haven't decided if it's done yet, so give me some feedback! The original picture is in an earlier blog post.
Here's a detail...
Here's a detail...
Tuesday, May 06, 2008
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Finally, a vacation!
Hi Everyone! It's been forever since I've been able to post anything on my blog. Buying a house and getting a new job tend to keep me busy. Plus, I've been getting tons of commissions, which is wonderful, but my blog has suffered because of it. I recently went on a little road trip to the Great Smoky National Park. It's a world heritage site, it's right in my back yard, and I've never been there!
I spent the first day in Asheville at the Grove Park Inn spa. It's rated in the top ten spas in the nation for architecture by spafinder.com, with good reason. Built during the arts and crafts era, it's a classic example of this beautiful style of architecture. There are several different types of ways to 'take the waters', including warm pools with waterfalls that provide "au natural' shoulder massage, pools that have underwater music, and a frigid plunge pool (very invigorating!) There's also an outdoor pool that is VERY warm; you can enjoy the gorgeous mountain views even in the middle of the winter.
The first night I stayed at the Inn on Biltmore Estate. (Grove Park $300, Biltmore $140, hmmmmmmmmmm)
Just like in the good ole days, there are plenty of horses to enjoy for an equine freak like me!
Cows on Biltmore Estate
On the grounds of the Inn
The second night I stayed at Folkestone Inn. It was rated #1 B&B on tripadvisor.com, with good reason; complimentary home made cookies, sodas, a huge library, and a homey atmosphere makes you feel like you're at grandma's house in the mountains, not an inn. The best part is its location. Just two miles away is an entrance to the park, where I took the photos below. There is also a train in town that you can ride through the mountains. (My plan for the next trip)
For me, a highlight was a leisurely walk down this trail in the Great Smoky National Park. This is the Deep Creek Trail, north of Bryson City. It's a flat trail along a river that soon passes a waterfall. The picture of the falls is below. I wanted to go on a more strenuous hike, but I was alone and a storm was rolling in. Gives me a good excuse to go back!
The best part of this trip? TONS of inspiration for new paintings!
I love the sculptural element in these trees.
Tom Branch Falls - very easy to reach!
A view off the Appalachian Parkway
I think this will be my first painting : )
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Monday, April 09, 2007
Busy Spring Break!!
Hi everyone! It's been a busy Spring break for me - I'm about to become a homeowner for the first time. It's perfect for painting - I'll have a studio that overlooks a serene pond - hopefully that will provide some good inspiration! It's not set in stone yet, as the closing is May 18th. Wish me luck! Here's a picture...
Here's the latest on my work
in progress...
I added a couple washes. First I wet the whole coin, then drop in some cobalt, and then some black for the silver coins. With watercolor, the water does the work and creates interesting textures and patterns as it dries.
These paintings are available
at www.rachelsstudio.com/sale.htm
Here's my mom's latest...
Click Here to visit EBay for this painting!
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Sunday, March 25, 2007
New Painting in Progress
These Originals are available at www.rachelsstudio.com/sale.htm
Original available here.
Scroll to the bottom for the newest paintings once you get there.
Here's a new work in progress!
I thought it would be fun to do a still life, so here goes! I chose these coins because of the challenge of all the little details, plus, I think they make an interesting design
There will be lots of detail when I'm done. These coins are about 50% done.
The green stuff is masking. It is a glue-like substance you put on, paint over, then peel off to leave white places.
Here is a new print my mom is offering...
Mom's Fish
Print
Be sure to check out www.rachelsstudio.com/sale.htm to check for discounts!
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Wednesday, March 21, 2007
New Paintings
These Originals are available at www.rachelsstudio.com/sale.htm
"Friesian Splash"
19" x 13"
"Cows in Arrangement"
10" x 8"
"Friesian Field Day"
13.5" x 11"
"Cog's Kitties"
8" x 10"
"Tuxedo Stretch"
7" x 15"
"Sadie on Porch"
8" x 10"
"Siamese in Mint Watercolor"
8" x 10"
Be sure to check out www.rachelsstudio.com/sale.htm to check for discounts!
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Thursday, March 15, 2007
New Small Paintings...
Here are this week's offerings...
"Friesian Royal"
Original
Available
"Face to Love"
Original
Available
Original
Available
Be sure to check out www.rachelsstudio.com/sale.htm
to check for discounts!
Here are a new one by my
mother...
Original
Available
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Thursday, March 08, 2007
Here are this week's offerings...
"Friesian Royal"
Prints and Original Available
"Feline Knot"
Here are some new ones by my mother...
Original Available
Original Available
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Sunday, February 25, 2007
New Paintings...
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Sunday, February 18, 2007
Cold weather means lots of painting!
Hi Everyone! Are you all staying warm? It's even
been cold here in SC - At least it forces me to stay inside and get a bunch
of painting done! I hope you enjoy this week's offerings...
Prints
Available
Here is a painting my mom just finished...
Original
Available
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