Crown of Thorns 6

12x12. Oil. The sixth in my Crown of Thorns, Jesus Paintings. I used the three analogous colors Phtho Blue, Cerulean Blue and Sap Green. Then used Cad Orange Hue as the accent color. The next Crown of Thorns will be on a larger 24x24 canvas I think. Yikes!!! I feel ready to just do it! Have really enjoyed this process. Thank you for looking.

John 3:17
"For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through Him."

Crown of Thorns 5

12x12, Oil. The fifth in my Jesus series. Used the three analogous colors: Dioxazine Purple, Permanent Rose Red and Cad Orange Hue with the accent color Sap Green. The photo barely shows His green eyes.  I have one more color combination I am going to try, then decide which one I will do on the big 24x24 gallery wrapped canvas. Yahoooo! This has been a fun project. Thank you for looking.

Romans 12:2
"Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind."

Crown of Thorns 3

A 12x12, Oil, the third version in my Jesus series. I used yellow, green and blue analogous colors (next to each other on the color wheel) with the accent color red. I never know how these paintings are going to turn out...using the different colors and trying not to place any expectations on it. I find that I am learning alot through this exercise. Lots of fun. I like the "unexpectedness" of these paintings. I plan to do another...keep going until I feel done! Thank you for looking.

Psalm 42:5
"Why, my soul, are you downcast? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Savior and my God."

Guardian Angel

An 11x14, Oil I just put the finishing touches on this afternoon. This painting I did in honor of a ministry group, "Guardian Angels" I am a part of.  I plan on doing 2 more Angels in this series of paintings. I wanted to achieve an ethereal feel to this one. The light she carries symbolizes the light of our Lord God. The deep pink I used is a favorite color of mine and makes me happy! So...resulting in the color of her dress and wings! Lots of texture in the dress folds...that are not easily apparent in this photo. Thank you for looking. Have a great week!

Psalm 91:11-12
"For he will order his angels to protect you wherever you go. They will hold you up with their hands so you won't even hurt your foot on a stone."

Boxing Gloves

An 11x14 oil. This is a painting I have done for our local Relay for Life Event. Local artists have been asked to donate a piece of art with the "Fighting Back" theme in mind . To honor those individuals that are still battling cancer. These works will be auctioned as a fund raiser. When I was asked to do this I mentioned it to my husband and he immediately came up with the idea of boxing gloves. Way to go Kent! I wanted to do a pair of gloves that looked like they have been through some fights, made of tough stuff, but still up for some battles. Just like those that are battling cancer. I have used a bright back lighting to symbolize Faith, Family and Friends that support these brave individuals fighting cancer. Thank you for looking.

Psalm 30:2
"Lord my God, I called to you for help, and you healed me."

A River Runs Through It

An 11x14 oil that I did a while back as a gift for my brother and his wife. My sister-in-law actually is the one who gave it's title. I usually just come up with a straight forward non creative title! Like "River". So I am glad I can use her title! I like it. I enjoyed doing this one because of course the fall colors and the feeling of  crisp cool air. Wouldn't you like to be there right now? I sure would. Maybe do a little fly fishing, enjoying the peace and beauty. Thank you for looking.

Mathew 23:11
"The greatest among you will be your servent. For those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted."

Four Roses

This is a 12x12 oil I completed this past summer. Somehow, I did not ever get this one posted. I had it in my show last weekend and a nice young lady bought it! She is giving it as a Christmas present to a beloved family member. This will be a special gift. This family member was at the Art Show too and really liked it....but did not spend the money for herself. I don't think that she has ever purchased an original oil painting before.  The young lady came back alone and bought it. She asked that I frame it, so I found a wonderful frame on line. I use pictureframe.com. I have found that they have high quality frames and the company is careful in packing and shipping to ensure no damage. I order the 12x12 the 6x6 and 8x8  frames. I can't find them around here in Oklahoma. I asked my husband to try and make some frames in these odd sizes....but that did not work out. I thought it would be easy! Not! We may try again in the future. We'll see. Thank you for looking! Enjoy!

Ephesians 5:1-2
"Follow God's example. therefore, as dearly loved children and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God."

Adolescent Guineas

An 8x8 oil that I finished this week of a group of adolescent guineas of all things!. A friend of mine lives out on a farm and raises guineas. She asked me to do a painting of them! She has two kinds. One is called a lavender color and the other kind...I'm not sure what the color is called. A white color with blue/grey undertones. Lots of folks that live in the country have these flocks of guinea. They stay around the  "home place"  and put up a real loud, twittering/clucking sound when anyone comes around or anything unusual occurs. They kind of become an alarm system! I took care of a patient once that had a flock of guinea. It was hilarious! They would get all startled and waddle around making that sound! My patient would always be waiting for me at the door....she knew I had come into the farm gate by the sound of her guineas. In this painting I tried to show how the guinea kind of huddle up close to each other. My friend says that they don't really fly...maybe flap their wings a little and take flight for a few feet..that's all. Mostly they just waddle around. So funny!

Psalm 116:1-2
"I love the Lord, for he heard my voice; he heard my cry for mercy. Because he turned his ear to me, I will call on him as long as I live."

Close up Sunflower

An 8x8 I did for the Kingfisher Festival of Arts. Sold to a good friend of mine! I primed this canvas panel with assorted color splashes first then painted the sunflower after the canvas dried. I like this tech with the close up flowers I do. This is a more graphic take on the sunflower. I had fun with the dots and dashes in the center of the flower.  Framed it with a golden toned wood frame. I was pleased with it. 

Psalm 55:22
"Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken."

Spanish Window

This painting was inspired by a scene in Spain while visiting our son, Charles. I just loved all the wonderful color in all the buildings in the towns of Spain. Some vibrant in color, others muted and soft looking. It seemed all the windows had lovely pots of flowers on the window ledges. I had my camera up taking photos all the time! This painting was sold to some dear friends here in Kingfisher. I was happy to see this one go to this couple and their lovely home.

Psalm 7:10
"You, God, are my shield, the protector of everyone whose heart is right"

Baby Owl

Who....Me? This little guy is the sweetest thing! I came upon some reference photos of owls of all ages and this one I could not resist. He has such a surprised look in his eyes and the little cock of his head to the side as if asking a question. I played with the color, departing from a more grey color of the photo. However, the photo showed a hint of the green that I used here. I just played up the color a little. This piece sold at this year's Kingfisher Festival of Arts. I hope to do more of these cute little owls.

Proverbs 25:28
"Like a city whose walls are broken down is a man who lacks self control."