Meet Reese and Foster (2 new Commission Paintings)

 

Reese and Foster

 

These are my newest commission paintings for a couple in Windom, Maine.

 

Reese is their dog and Foster was their cat that passed away 3 years ago and had a very special meaning to this couple. 

 

It has always been a priviledge for me to paint people's animals.  Even though I never meet the dog or cat themselves, I get to know them through their spirit.  The eyes to me will always be the window into their souls and I get to know them personally by the time I have finished their protraits.  Actually a part of me feels sad when I have to let go of the painting because in that short time they become very special to me and have a place in my heart.

 

If you would like to have a portrait of your best friend . . . 

Please contact me at 207-729-3431 to have a portrait of your pet painted.

$135

 11 x 14 painting plus a custom mat 

Custom Framing is extra 

 

 

Meet Callie and Ladybug - New Commission Paintings from Atlanta

 

 Callie and Ladybug

 

My two newest Commission Paintings from Atlanta.

 

Callie is a Tortie Cat and had many challenging colors and markngs. 

Ladybug is a Maine Coon Cat and had beautiful black fur and one white marking.

 

 

I so enjoyed painting these two sisters from the Atlanta area. 

 

Original Commission paintings are $125.00 per animal

8 X 10 originals and 11 X 14 mats included in the price

 

Please contact me at 207-729-3431 or carolann@sunshineartgallery.net

for further information on any commission painting (animal or human)

The New Arctic Fox

 

THE ARCTIC FOX

 

Original $175.00
Prints available upon request!

 

 

One of my newest painting, the Arctic Fox is an absolute beautiful animal with his white fur and golden eyes. 

 

The Arctic Fox has fur on the bottom of his feet to protect him and to keep the cold and ice off the feet while digging. 

 

The lush white coat of the Arctic Fox provides both warmth and camouflage in the cold
Arctic  Winter.

 

For further information on the purchase of the original or prints of the Arctic Fox please contact me at
carolann@sunshineartgallery.net or at 207-729-3431.

 

 

 

 

New Holiday Card - 3rd in the series

"Winter Respite" the Cardinal

 

 

Please see information below for further details on the Christmas, Holiday and Hanukkah cards. 

 

Winter Respite is 3rd in the series of the "Peace" holiday cards which includes 

"The Lion and the Lamb"

"Polar Slumber"

 

 

To order please contact me at information below or at

carolann@sunshineartgallery.net



 

 

New Art Christmas and Holiday cards available for the upcoming season!

 

The New "Lion and the Lamb"

Peace card for the upcoming season.

 

Verse Inside

 

(May the Spirit of the Season, bring you Peace, Love and Hope)

 

or

 

(May the Spirit of Christmas bring you Peace, Love and Hope)

 

These are lovely high quality art cards.  They bring a smile and a heartfelt message inside to tell the recipient that they are SPECIAL and deserve a SPECIAL card this

Holiday Season!

 

Please contact me with any questions at carolann@sunshineartgallery.net

or at 207-729-3431

 

Please order early to make sure you have them for the holidays. 

 

 



A Beautiful Art Card for this Holiday, Christmas or Hanukkah Season

 

ART CARDS MADE TO ORDER

 

Inside Verse

 

"May the Spirit of the Holiday Season bring you Peace, Hope

and Love"

 

or

 

"May the Spirit of the Christmas Season bring you Peace, Hope and Love"

or

"May the Spirit of this Hanukkah Season bring you Peace, Hope and Love"

 

Made to order, any card, any verse for personal or business.  You can choose from many of my art cards and you can use my verse or add your own verse from your family or business.   

 

Add the personal touch this year and send something special to your clients and loved ones. 

Please contact me at carolann@sunshineartgallery.net

or call me at 207-729-3431. 
References available upon request.

The New 2013 "Simply Penguins" Calendar is here!

THE NEW 2013 "SIMPLY PENGUINS" Calendar

NOW AVAILABLE

$15.95

The New "Simply Penguins" 2013 Calendar is now available.  Just as precious as the 2012 Simply Penguins calendar the new 2013 has new art work for the year.  Much care was taken in the creation of this calendar.  Each page has every holiday of the year marked by a sweet penguin. 

Colorful, whimsical, and my creation I guarantee you will fall in love with the Simply Penguins.  Accompanying the calendars are the books; Welcome to the Community of Penguinville, Return to Penguinville and Celebrations in Penguinville.

Just like the calendar each books is written with care for children, parents and teachers.  Told from the Penguinville Penguins point of view, the stories are lovingly interactive and teach values of honesty, recycling, safety and many other important life lessons for growing up in today's world. 

Each book has a card line; Simply Penguins Note Cards, Simply Penguins Friendship Cards and the Simply Penguins Celebration Cards. 

All information on the Simply Penguins can be seen on my website by clicking Simply Penguins at the top of this page.  It will take you directly to the Simply Penguins Galleries or you can contact me directly at carolann@sunshineartgallery.net.  207-729-3431.

New Portrait of "Matthew"

"MATTHEW"

This is a new portrait that I just finished.   If you are interested in having a portrait of one of your loved ones; children, adults, animals or anything else I would be happy to give you an estimate on the work. 

It is such a special way to have a memory forever.  

Successful Reception and Opening of the Cafe Mojo Art Gallery

Thank you to everyone who attended the

Reception and Opening for our Artwork at the

New Art Gallery

Because of your dedication and support of our art we are pleased to announce that  our work will be staying for the rest of the year.

Our originals, prints, cards and calendars can be purchased at the Cafe.

Please stop by to browse our work and some of the other artisans in the cafe

and have some great food at the lovely

Cafe Mojo.

Take 123 from Bowsdoin College for about 4 - 5 miles and the cafe sits on the right hand side by the blinking light at Mountain Road

Cafe Mojo is owned and operated by Chris and Scott Holt

South Harpswell, Maine

FEATURING MY NEW ART LINE AND BOOK SERIES "THE PATCHVILLE PALS"

MEET "PATCHVILLE RABBIT"

This will be a new line of artwork featuring 

Patchville Rabbit and his many pals to follow. 

Keep watching for updates on the little guys and girls.  They will be extremely cute for decorating and will be introduced in a new book for children.

Next to follow; "Patchville Puppy"

"Meet the Artist" Reception and Opening for Carol Ann Szafranski and Shelby Crouse

The Cafe Mojo will be hosting a "Meet the Artists"

Reception and Opening for Watercolor Artists

Carol Ann Szafranski and Shelby Crouse

Sunday, July 22nd between the hours of

11:00am and 1:00pm

Please come and see us and our new gallery inside the Cafe Mojo.

Brunch is being served at that time so you can also enjoy some of the great food and pastries at the Cafe while visiting us.

It is about 4 - 5 miles on 123 from Bowdoin College by the blinking light on Harpswell Neck Road.   Cafe Mojo sits right on the right hand side by the blinking light on the hill.   

Cafe Mojo is owned and operated by Christine and Scott Holt
Cafe Mojo 506 Harpswell Neck Road, Harpswell, Maine

Any questions please contact Carol Ann at 729-3431

or Shelby at 729-9927

New Impressionist Painting - Sunset Over Harpswell Island

"SUNSET OVER HARPSWELL ISLAND"

11 X 14

IMPRESSIONIST PAINTING

$225.00

My goal for this painting was to have a contrast of color between light and dark. Since it is an impressionist painting, you will see the waves coming into shore as a light blue even though the sunset has made the water black. It is a balance in color. Painting is 11 X 14.  Hope you enjoy the colors. 

The Coast of Maine - Impressionist Painting

THE COAST OF MAINE

"Boothbay Harbor"

Impressionist Watercolor Painting

Framed Print

8 X 10

$45.00

Original available upon request.  Please contact me for further information if interested.

A SURPRISE VISIT FROM SENATOR OLYMPIA SNOWE

R.D. ALLEN FREEPORT JEWELERS

3RD FRIDAY ARTWALK IN FREEPORT

JUNE 15TH

It was such a surprise when Senator Olympia Snowe visited R.D. Allen Freeport Jewelers for the Freeport Artwalk Event.

Needless to say this was an enjoyable night to remember.  She is such a lovely and caring person and is completely dedicated to the businesses in Maine. 

I also was very honored that she purchased two of my "Simply Penguins" books for her grandchildren and also left with one of my new

2013 Maine-ly Puffin Calenders.

Pictured from top to bottom; Me, Senator Snowe, her husband and former Governor Jock McKernan;  Me and Senator Snowe; and of course Annette Evans, Owner of R.D. Allen Freeport Jewelers and 

Senator Snowe.

New Painting - The Lion and the Lamb (Peace)

THE LION AND THE LAMB

(PEACE)

This is absolutely one of my favorite paintings.  Since our world tends to be in so much turmoil with so many things going on; war, poverty, famine, etc.,  and the list could go on and on, it is refreshing to remind ourselves that PEACE is possible if we all just learn to live together and have LOVE for our neighbors, ourselves and the world. 

Things can change if we change. 

I hope you like this very symbolic painting which has a very special place in my heart.  

Carol Ann Szafranski - Artist 



The White Barn Owl Watercolor Painting

THE WHITE BARN OWL

$150.00
(SOLD)

This little guy was quite the challenge with all his feathers.  It took many hours to get the correct effect and turned out to be one of my most challenging paintings. 

Please take a moment to go through all my paintings and visit the website.  



NATIVE AMERICAN MOTHER AND CHILD - Original in Watercolor

NATIVE AMERICAN MOTHER AND CHILD

This is an original watercolor painting in an 8 X 10 Frame

SOLD

I love the style of this painting.  It can be challenging to make the clothing look authentic and have the flowing look of Chiffon and the pleated look of Denim.   I also love to paint the back of the subject with just the hair and a hint of the profile of face.  

More of my paintings like this can be seen by going to my Website at http://www.sunhineartgallery.net/ and seeing the line of "The Dancer's".  One of my favorite lines which was actually done for a donation towards 

The Maine Breast Cancer Foundation.   

THANK YOU ANNETTE EVANS, OWNER OF R.D. ALLEN FREEPORT JEWELERS

Thank You Michele and Carol

Another wonderful and fun Art Walk event at R. D. Allen Freeport Jewelers

My very SPECIAL THANKS to Michele and her Mom, Carol who came all the way from Pennsylvania just for this event and to see and purchase my Art Work .

And also a special Thank You to Carol Gee for making the most delicious cupcakes for the event.  They are the best in the world.

It was a wonderful evening.  Thank you everyone who stopped by and made this monthly event such a success. 



Art & Books Signing at R.D. Allen Freeport Jewelers, Freeport 3rd Friday Art Walk May 18th - 4:00 - 7:00pm

ANGEL

THIS WAS ONE OF THE COMMISSION PAINTINGS I DID FOR ONE OF THE CUSTOMERS THAT CAME IN FOR THE R.D. ALLEN FREEPORT JEWELERS 3RD FRIDAY ART WALK LAST YEAR. 



Please come and join us for FRIENDSHIP night.  We have refreshments to drink, snacks to eat and sometimes there just maybe a surprise from the wonderful and talented Pastry Chef, Carol Gee.   

Along with all the fun and conversation, you can take a moment to browse the beautiful Maine Tourmaline, Unique Jewelery and my

Art and Books.

It is a great way to enjoy a girl's night out with many lovely and friendly faces plus having a moment just to relax and take a breath. 

PLEASE COME AND JOIN US!

"THE NATURAL ORDER" an exhibit of species - Opening May 11th - July. Exhibiting "The Polar Cub" and "The Maine Moose"

"THE MAINE MOOSE"

May 11th thru July



"A Natural Order" Art Exhibit - A Natural Order is meant to draw attention to our living planet both to celebrate, and to raise awareness of the diversity of species, all of which are affected by our actions and inactions. A portion of the proceeds from this exhibit will benefit the Coastal Humane Society. Starting May 11th and running through July at the Frontier Cafe in Brunswick. Please stop by to see "A Natural Order" displaying work from many talented artists from the area. My art pieces "The Polar Cub" and "The Maine Moose" will be dispalyed and on sale at the exhibit. A very worthy cause.

New Wolf Addition - Wolf in the Wild - Watercolor Painting

"WOLF IN THE WILD"

This is the new addition to "The White Wolf" and "The Gray Wolf"

The Wolf in the Wild was painted on 300 Pound Cold Press

11 X 15

Original - $245.00

Wolves are considered to the American Indian to be very spiritual and leaders to the right path.  They are extremely protective of their young and live in packs of up to nine.  We should do everything we can to help preserve nature.  Animals have a special place in our world and that is why you will see me paint a lot of wildlife.  Preservation of these animals and all who are on the endangered list help preserve our own humanity.

Prints and cards are now available



Thank You Annette Evans - R.D. Allen Freeport Jewelers for having me as your featured Artist

R.D. ALLEN FREEPORT JEWELERS

JEWELERY AND ART EVENT

A wonderful evening at Annette's for the Jewelery and Art Event. 

These events are usually held the 3rd Friday of every month

from 4:00pm - 7:00pm

There is always wine, snacks, cookies and just a wonderful time and fun.  If you get a chance to attend one of these lovely socials we would love to have you come. 

Thank you Annette for having me and the Sunshine Art Gallery as your featured Artist for the past 3 years. 

R.D. Allen Freeport Jewelers - Art and Jewelery Event

April 27th at R.D. Allen Freeport Jewelery Store

Art and Jewelery Event

Friday - 4:00PM - 7:00PM

Please come and join us for FRIENDSHIP night.  We have refreshments to drink, snacks to eat and sometimes there just maybe a surprise from the wonderful and talented Pastry Chef, Carol Gee.   

Along with all the fun and conversation, you can take a moment to browse the beautiful Maine Tourmaline, Unique Jewelery and my

Art and Books.

It is a great way to enjoy a girl's night out with many lovely and friendly faces plus having a moment just to relax and take a breath. 

PLEASE COME AND JOIN US!

ANNETTE & CAROLANN



The Big Bull Moose - Oil Original by Carol Ann Szafranski

THE BULL MOOSE

This Bull Moose is painted in oil.

 8 x 10 Framed and ready to hang

$225.00 - Original

I don't do many paintings in oil, but this is one was an exception.  I love his color against the blue and white snowy mountains in the background.  

I think it gives him a wonderful presence. 

   

Now Available in Prints and Cards . . The Red Fox

THE RED FOX

$125.00 Original

Prints available $35.00

Mat and Backing included



This card is included in my box of Wildlife Cards available for purchase as a mixed box of the Wildlife or 8 cards the same.  $24.95 

 You can see more of my art at http://www.sunshineartgallery.net/ or contact me at carolann@sunshineartgallery.net

 

All of my original animals are $125.00 whether commissioned or already finished.

Price includes mat and backing.

Frames available but purchased separately.



Commission Painting of 2 Maine Coon Cats - Watercolor by Carol Ann Szafranski

Commission Painting

Two Maine Coon Cats

These two cats Robin and Barack are two Maine Coon Cats

that were done on commission.   

The special markings on these particular cats are the tufts of fur at the end of the ears which make them distinct in their appearance.  



COMING SOON - The new Maine-ly Puffin 2013 Calendar, created and illustrated by Carol Ann Szafranski

The 2013 Maine-ly Puffin Calendar

to be released soon!

Sweetly created for your enjoyment, the Maine-ly Puffins Calendar will bring that special taste of Maine to tourists and locals alike.

Please look for it to be released by June 2012!

You can see bigger pictures of the Maine-ly Puffins by going to my website and entering the Maine-ly Puffin Gallery.

Sell Price of these Calendars will be $16.95 

Thank You Nola and Coldwater Creek for being such gracious hosts to the me and the Sunshine Art Gallery!

THANK YOU NOLA AND THE STAFF OF

COLDWATER CREEK!

I just want to thank Nola, Manager of Coldwater Creek and the wonderful staff for hosting The Sunshine Art Gallery today at the store in Brunswick for the Spring Art Event. 

Also, thanks to everyone who attended to make this event such a success.  Your presence makes it so much fun and is very much appreciated. 

Congratulations to Brenda who won the Gift Basket!



Coldwater Creek of Brunswick hosting an Art Event for The Sunshine Art Gallery

The Sunshine Art Gallery  
is being featured by

Coldwater Creek, Brunswick, Me

March 31st, Saturday 10:00am - 3:00pm

Gift Basket Drawing

Please come in and enjoy the fun and see the new looks for the Spring Season.  My new art will be featured including the Bunnies, Horses and other seasonal artwork. 

Hope to see you there!



The Gray Wolf - Watercolor by Carol Ann Szafranski

The Gray Wolf

$425.00 Original

Prints available $55.00

Custom Double Mat and Custom Frame

This card is included in my box of Wildlife Cards available for purchase as a mixed box of the Wildlife or 8 cards the same.  $24.95 

Welcome to the Sunshine Art Gallery's new blog.  You can see more of my art at http://www.sunshineartgallery.net/ or contact me at carolann@sunshineartgallery.net

Comissioned work is $125.00 and price includes mat and backing.

Frames available but purchased separately.

Watercolor Workshops are available by clicking on the Party Painter tab at the top of the page.  More information is available by contacting me.

"Polar Slumber" Limited Edition - Watercolor by Carol Ann Szafranski

POLAR SLUMBER

"Limited Edition"

$125.00 - Original

8 x 10 Print, Mat, and Backing $49.95

This painting is part of my Polar Bear line.  Box of all 7 cards are $24.95. 

Welcome to the Sunshine Art Gallery's new blog.  You can see more of my art at http://www.sunshineartgallery.net/ or contact me at carolann@sunshineartgallery.net

All of my animals are $125.00 whether commissioned or already finished.

Price includes mat and backing.

Frames available but purchased separately.

Watercolor Workshops are available by clicking on the Party Painter tab at the top of the page.  More information is available by contacting me.

The Bunny- Watercolor by Carol Ann Szafranski

THE BUNNY

$125.00 Original

$35.00 for 8 X 10 matted print



This card is included in my box of Wildlife Cards available for purchase as a mixed box of the Wildlife or 8 cards the same.  $24.95 

Welcome to the Sunshine Art Gallery's new blog.  You can see more of my art at http://www.sunshineartgallery.net/ or contact me at carolann@sunshineartgallery.net

All of my animals are $125.00 whether commissioned or already finished.

Price includes mat and backing.

Frames available but purchased separately.

Watercolor Workshops are available by clicking on the Party Painter tab at the top of the page.  More information is available by contacting me.

The White Wolf by Watercolor Artist Carol Ann Szafranski

The White Wolf

SOLD 

Custom Double Mat and Customed Framed

Watercolor Print $55.00

Boxes of cards available for purchase as a mixed box of my Wildlife or 8 cards the same.  $24.95 

Welcome to the Sunshine Art Gallery's new blog.  You can see more of my art at http://www.sunshineartgallery.net/ or contact me at carolann@sunshineartgallery.net

All of commissioned animals are $125.00 includes standard mat and backing.

Frames available but purchased separately.

Watercolor Workshops are available by clicking on the Party Painter tab at the top of the page.  More information is available by contacting me.

The Dapple Gray - Original Watercolor Painting by Carol Ann Szafranski

The Dapple Gray

$125.00 Original

Slightly bigger than 11 x 14

Mat and Backing included
Matted Prints available $35.00

Boxes of cards available for purchase as a mixed box with all the horses or 8 cards the same.  $24.95 

Welcome to the Sunshine Art Gallery's new blog.  You can see more of my art at http://www.sunshineartgallery.net/ or contact me at carolann@sunshineartgallery.net

All of my animals are $125.00 whether commissioned or already finished.

Price includes mat and backing.

Frames available but purchased separately.

Watercolor Workshops are available by clicking on the Party Painter tab at the top of the page.  More information is available by contacting me.

The Stallion Watercolor Painting by Carol Ann Szafranski

The Stallion

$125.00 Original

Slightly bigger than 11 x 14

Mat and Backing included
Matted Prints available $35.00

Boxes of cards available for purchase as a mixed box with all the horses or 8 cards the same.  $24.95 

Welcome to the Sunshine Art Gallery's new blog.  You can see more of my art at http://www.sunshineartgallery.net/ or contact me at carolann@sunshineartgallery.net

All of my animals are $125.00 whether commissioned or already finished.

Price includes mat and backing.

Frames available but purchased separately.

Watercolor Workshops are available by clicking on the Party Painter tab at the top of the page.  More information is available by contacting me.    



"Pinto" Horse Watercolor Painting by Carol Ann Szafranski

"The Pinto"

$125.00 - SOLD

Original Watercolor

11 x 14 Painting

Matted Prints $35.00 & Cards still available

I have four horses - The Stallion, The Pinto, The Palamino and a new one to be released soon "The Dapple Gray".

My horses also come in boxes of cards - $24.95

1. Eight Art Cards to a Box
2. Two of each horse           
3. Signed and dated by me
4. Envelopes included          

Welcome to the Sunshine Art Gallery's new blog.  You can see more of my art at http://www.sunshineartgallery.net/ or contact me at carolann@sunshineartgallery.net

All of my animals are $125.00 whether commissioned or already finished.

Price includes mat and backing.

Frames available but purchased separately.

Watercolor Workshops are available by clicking on the Party Painter tab at the top of the page.  More information is available by contacting me.    

Welcome to Sunshine Art Gallery's First Blog Post!

 Welcome to the

Sunshine Art Gallery

 

"The Palomino"
11 X 14 Original Matted
$125.00
Matted Prints $35.00

Welcome to the Sunshine Art Gallery's new blog.  You can see more of my art at http://www.sunshineartgallery.net/ or contact me at carolann@sunshineartgallery.net

All of my animals are $125.00 whether commissioned or already finished.

Price includes mat and backing.

Frames available but purchased separately.

Watercolor Workshops are available by clicking on the Party Painter tab at the top of the page.  More information is available by contacting me.