Monday, September 30, 2013

Saturday, September 28, 2013

Day 28 Painting in the 30 Day Challenge

"St. John the Baptist Catholic Church"
Historical
16 x 22
$1925
Custom Frame and Mat
 
The historic St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Brunswick Maine was one of the hardest pieces that I painted.  It took me many weeks to get the exact stain glass and little intricate details as it is exactly on the church. 

Thursday, September 26, 2013

Day 26 Painting in the 30 Day Challenge

"The Lonely Boat"
Original Sold
 
One of my husband's favorite paintings was The Lonely Boat.  Today is our 43rd Anniversary and this picture is dedicated to him.  We both miss it in our home. 
Happy Anniversary Bob!

Wednesday, September 25, 2013

Day 25 Painting in the 30 Day Challenge

"Deer In Winter"
11 X 14
$195
Original Matted
 
Love this little deer eating in the Winter snow.  In keeping with my theme over the past several days of "SNOW"
 

Tuesday, September 24, 2013

Day 24 Painting in the 30 Day Challenge

"Little Cabin in the Valley"
Original
8 x 8 Matted and Framed
$100
 
This is that little companion to the First Snow in the Valley.  Also a scene from the mountains in Pennsylvania.

Monday, September 23, 2013

Day 23 Painting in the 30 Day Challenge

"First Snow in the Valley"
Original
$100
5 x 7
8 x 10 Matted and Framed
 
This is the view from my home when I lived in the mountains of Pennsylvania.  I used to love the first big snow that covered the valley below. 
 

Sunday, September 22, 2013

Day 22 Painting in the 30 Day Challenge

"End of Summer Sunset"
Original
9 x 9
Mat and Framed
$175
 
This is my favorite time in Maine.  And even though the Summer is over and Autumn is here, we still have the most beautiful Sunsets. 

Sunshine Art Gallery: Day 21 Painting in the 30 Day Challenge

Sunshine Art Gallery: Day 21 Painting in the 30 Day Challenge: "Rough Surf" Original 8 x 10 Sold   The rough surf at Ocean Point, Maine.  On display today and sold.

Saturday, September 21, 2013

Day 21 Painting in the 30 Day Challenge

"Rough Surf"
Original 8 x 10
Sold
 
The rough surf at Ocean Point, Maine.  On display today and sold. 

Friday, September 20, 2013

Day 20 Painting in the 30 Day Challenge

"Roy"
Not for Sale
Original
Commission Painting
 
This painting is in Memory of Roy.  A loving and faithful companion of a dear friend.
Roy was 12 years old

Thursday, September 19, 2013

Day 19 Painting in the 30 Day Challenge

"A Speck of Red"
Original
SOLD
$125
8 x 10 Mat and Frame included
 
This painting was inspired by the beautiful birches of Maine and there is no other time when they are most beautiful as when the snow falls. 
 
Of course the Cardinal show off it's lovely color of red. 
 

Wednesday, September 18, 2013

Day 18 Painting in the 30 Day Challenge

"Autumn on Bradbury Mountain"
Freeport, Maine
Original
Sold

Inspired by Hiking the trails on Bradbury Mountain in Freeport Maine. 
Full of trails and beautiful scenery as you hike up the mountain. 

Monday, September 16, 2013

Day 16 Painting in the 30 Day Challenge

 
"The Brown Bear"
Original
$295.00
Just Matted
 
This is one of my paintings "The Brown Bear" in my Wildlife Series. 
Prints are available for $45.00
Also the "Wildlife Series" cards are available by the box $24.95
Included are The White Wolf, The Wolf in the Wild, The Maine Black Bear,
The White Barn Owl, The Red Fox, The Gray Wolf, The Maine Moose
 and of course The Brown Bear 
 
If interested in any item, please contact me at 207-729-3431 or email me
 
 

Sunday, September 15, 2013

Day 15 Painting in the 30 Day Challenge

"This is the Cup"
Original
5 x 7
8 x 10 Mat and Framed
$125
SOLD

"This is the Cup" The stain glass windows are very dear to my heart and soul in the Adoration Chapel at our Church. This is one of the windows in the chapel.

Saturday, September 14, 2013

Painting 14 of the 30 Day Challenge

"The Lion and the Mouse"
Original Sold
 
Hope you like the whimsical little painting of The Lion and the Mouse.
 
 

Wednesday, September 11, 2013

Day 12 Painting of the 30 Day Challenge

"Somer's Sunset"
Original
5 x 7
SOLD
$100
 
This was a photo taken by Somer of a beautiful Sunset in Maine. 
 I just had to paint it, hence I called it "Somer's Sunset".
 

Day 11 Painting in the 30 Day Challenge

"Faith"
From the Collection "The Dancers"
Created for
Breast Cancer Awareness
 
 
Faith, Hope and Love can be seen at my gallery by going to www.sunshineartgallery.net .
A portion of the proceeds of the sales from any item with "The Dancer's" goes to the
Maine Breast Cancer Foundation 
 

Tuesday, September 10, 2013

Day 10 Painting of the 30 Day Challenge

"Native American Mother and Baby"
Original
SOLD
$155.00
5 x 7
8 x 10 Mat and Frame
 
This is one of my favorite paintings.  I loved doing the texture of the clothing.  I also love Native American Art and that is what inspired me to do this painting. 

Sunday, September 8, 2013

Day 9 Painting in the 30 Day Challenge

"These Boots were made for Working"
Original
5 x 7
8 x 10 Matted and Framed
$100
 
As a little girl I remember my Dad working very hard and every time he came home he took his work boots off on the porch. They were always very worn and showed tons of hard work. I dedicate these boots to my Dad for always being a great provider for our family.
 
 

Saturday, September 7, 2013

Painting 8 in the 30 Day Challenge

"With a Cherry on Top"
Original
5 x 7
8 x 10 Mat and Frame
$65.00
 
"With a Cherry on Top" is in keeping with the theme of my favorite things in the
30 Day Painting Challenge.
 I just love, love, love Chocolate Cupcakes. 
 

Day 7 Painting in the 30 Day Challenge

"WYATT"
Original
Not for Sale
 
The other guy in my life "Wyatt" or as we call him "WyWy".
 This little guy is the sweetest most endearing and the most independent little man.
 He is a Beagle/Jack Russell.
  I just LOVE my Wywy. Hope you love him too.

Friday, September 6, 2013

Thursday, September 5, 2013

Day 6 Painting in the 30 Day Challenge

"Simple Thoughts"

Original
SOLD

I love going to the ocean. It helps me to put things into perspective. 
No intense thinking, just "Simple Thoughts". 
Also, I did lose an umbrella to the ocean a few years ago. Never did find it. 
Enjoy "Simple Thoughts"   
5 X 7 Original in an 8 x 10 Matted and Framed

Day 5 Painting in the 30 Day Challenge

"INSPIRATION"
Original
5 x 7
8 x 10 Matted
$100
 
I love the texture of wood and the beauty of flowers and together they inspire me.  Just take an old barn or old porch and add a  vase of flowers and the whole look changes to make you feel happy and inspired with the beautiful look it creates.
 
Please enjoy my painting called "Inspiration" 

Wednesday, September 4, 2013

Day 4 of the 30 Day Painting Challenge

"An Autumn Day"
Original
11 x 14 Double Matted
$100.00
 
An abstract of strolling down the path on an Autumn Day.  This was a reminder of when I used to live in the mountains of Pennsylvania.  These old cow paths were just great for walking down and taking in the fresh air and beautiful gold colors. 
 
 

Tuesday, September 3, 2013

Day 3 of 30 Paintings in 30 Days - THE "MOCHA LATTE"

 
"MOCHA LATTE"
 
My favorite drink has made it into the 30 Day Challenge. 
Day 3 of 30.
 
Original is for Sale
10 X 10
$55.00
 

Monday, September 2, 2013

Day 2 of 30 Paintings in 30 Days - Autumn Kayaking

Autumn Kayaking
Original
$55.00
5 x 7
8 x 10 Matted and Framed
 
This was one of my first experiences Kayaking with my good friend in Maine.  I found it to be a lot of fun and since this Challenge is all about me.  I would like to add Kayaking to my list of things I love to do. 

Day 1 Of 30 Paintings in 30 Days - Sailing in Maine


"Sailing in Maine"
$65.00
 SOLD
8 x 10 Matted and Framed

This was a very windy day when we went out sailing with our friends.  Tons of sailboats and this one was just tipping over.  The original can be seen on my FB page for comparison.  I literally thought the boat was going over. 
Anyhow, I love to sail so I am adding "Sailing in Maine" as one of my absolute favorite things to do.