Equine #9

Equine #9 / 16x12 / oil on canvas panel

This is the only painting I have had a chance to do this week as I am studying to renew a medical license that I am afraid to let lapse. I quit my day job a little over a year ago and have been trying to make a go of painting full time. But with the license coming due, I got a little nervous and think its much better to be safe and keep it current than to regret that decision at a later date.  In any case, this little piece at least got me back to my easel and away from the books for a short time.

Equine #8

Equine #8 / 18x14 / Oil on linen panel

And #8 makes his presence known! I just love painting these equine athletes - their exuberance is catching and makes me want to paint more and more! Recently, I must have ordered a lot of 14 x 18 linen canvases as, when I look back on this series, they are mostly  that size. I guess I should order some frames and see how they will look all framed up.

Equine #7

Equine #7 / 14x18 / oil on linen

I am pleased with this study but not very pleased with the photograph. I take the photos of my paintings in my studio under pretty constant lighting conditions but the color in this, after taking several shots, is kind of washed out. This photo is the closest to the painting as I could get but still not correct. I may try to retake it in the morning tomorrow.

Equine #6 - another study in the series

This painting was done from one of the Equine Wednesday post drawings of last week and is 14 x 18 oil on linen.

Equine #5

Equine #5 / oil on gessoed cardboard / 15x11

Another quick oil sketch of equine power and motion. I am happy with this one for some reason :). I am resorting to numbering these studies rather than naming them as they have been coming fast and furious hence this is Equine #5.

Remote Possibilities

Remote Possibilities / oil on linen / 18x14

Ebony graphite on sketch paper / 18x24

Still exploring - with an oil sketch and a pencil drawing.

You Are Invited!!!

I am just so very lucky to have my art stir the fancy of famed gallery owner and art connoisseur Jeanne Chisholm! Opening day for my new gallery is Thursday, January 3rd and everyone is invited! The gallery is located in sunny Florida and if anyone who reads my blog happens to be in that area, please do stop in and let me know your impressions! I am so honored and excited to be in the company of a truly stellar group of equestrian artists.The photo above is one of the gallery rooms and below is the invitation to the reception with the accompanying text. This reception is considered the preview and a big grand opening celebration is scheduled for January 15th. I hope, and I have a feeling, that this is going to be a wonderful, artful New Year! 

Wellington Equestrian Gallery and Mall Hosts Reception

Wellington, FL - December 29, 2012 - The Wellington Equestrian Gallery and Mall will kick off the New Year, and the opening of their new gallery, by hosting a reception on Thursday night, January 3, from 5:00p.m. until 8:00p.m. Guests are invited to stop by and stroll through the gallery while enjoying the collection of art displayed, some wine and cheese, and the live music provided by world-famous pianist, Copeland Davis. The store's unusual, equestrian focused offerings will be sure to please even the most discerning clientele.  Jack Van Dell, of Van Dell Jewelers, has created this unique mall that features an eclectic mix of various artists' work from around the world, and is home to the largest collection of fine equestrian art in the South. The artists and their artwork have been carefully selected by Van Dell, himself, and international art dealer and collector, Jeanne Chisholm.  "We are so pleased to be able to offer this exquisite, equestrian collection, and  be able to coincide our Gallery's opening with the beginning of the Winter Equestrian season here in Wellington," said Van Dell, "We hope to attract people who really appreciate quality art along with those who would like to own some new pieces."  The Wellington Equestrian Gallery  Mall features paintings, bronzes, estate  fine jewelry, antique furniture, garden adornments, objetd'art, providing something of interest for everyone. Current exhibiting artists include Angela Moore, Suzanne Werson, Van Dell Jewelers, Wellington  Company Antiques, A.M. Stockhill, The Chisholm Gallery Collections, Nancy Freid, Marilyn Fallon, Noble Haus, Inc., Idlewild Furnishings, The Stalk Market, Prima Antiques, Ricard Boehm, Jackie Mallick Designs, LLC, James  Jefferies Antiques, Churchill Galleries, William R. Eubanks and Cashmere Buffalo. The gallery already has a large assortment of artists' offerings to choose from and they expect even more items to arrive, daily.  The wine and cheese reception on Thursday night, with the beautiful music by Copeland Davis, is an opportunity to enjoy a relaxed evening with friends, and to preview the wide variety of high-quality, equestrian offerings from an array of high-quality artists from around the world.  Kick-off the New Year and the winter equestrian season in style, by joining The Wellington Equestrian Gallery and Mall for their wine and cheese reception on Thursday night from 5:00p.m. until 8:00p.m. The Wellington Equestrian Gallery and Mall is located in the Publix Courtyard Shopping Center on Wellington Trace and Greenview Shores Blvd. in Wellington. For information call the Gallery at (561)333-3100 or go to: www.wellingtonequestrainmall.com <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?