Art, Love and Roses by Pamela Blaies

Keepsake

12" x 9"

SOLD

A romantic collector purchased Keepsake this week as a gift for his lucky wife of 38 years.  He shared with me that upon opening the box, she cried - in a good way!  I was very touched by this story.  Recently another collector gifted his wife a painting of red roses, Be Mine, and he also shared the wonderful "reveal" story with me.  Art has a special way of touching others which is so exciting to experience from my perspective, as the artist.  Art, love and roses...a beautiful combination!

Be Mine

9" x 12"

SOLD

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Happy Valentine's Day by Pamela Blaies

Be Mine

9" x 12"

oil on linen

SOLD

Be Mine was purchased as a surprise Valentine's Day gift this year for the sweetheart of one of my collectors. So fun for my art to be a part of the joy!

I hope you have a Happy Valentine's Day!

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Teeter Totter Temperatures by Pamela Blaies

An Apple, An Orange and a Single White Rose

oil on linen

5" x 7"

One thing they say in Texas is, "If you don't like the weather, just wait and it will change." That has certainly been true this week. Last Sunday had a high of 76 degrees, then two days later the low of the day was 22! Now, today has been in the 70s and by Sunday it is forecasted to have a low of 30. This see-saw weather is taking a toll on me and I've been feeling a little under the weather, but I thought I would share a little petite I finished this week. Hope you have a great weekend!

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Don't Go Through Life, Grow Through Life by Pamela Blaies

One Pink Rose and a Ginger Jar

9" x 12"

oil on linen

I just returned home from attending a workshop with Quiang Huang. He is a fantastic painter and teacher. His workshop was fun and he did several demos. I picked up so much just from observing his technique, use of color and attention to value and temperature. The more I learn about color, composition and value, the more I see how the infinite ideas and possibilities will take more than a lifetime for me to explore. Here is a piece I painted this afternoon.

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Heading to my Hometown by Pamela Blaies

Copper Kettle and Keepsakes

oil on linen

20" x 16"

I am preparing to exhibit in Georgetown, Texas, this weekend. If you are in the Austin area, take some time to stop by Georgetown Art in the Square, October 26th and 27th, and come visit with me! I went to high school in Georgetown and am looking forward to heading down to my hometown.

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Don't Miss the Cottonwood Art Festival by Pamela Blaies

Knockout Roses and Flow Blue

6" x 6"

oil on linen

I am looking forward to Cottonwood Art Festival this coming weekend. It will be Saturday and Sunday, October 5th and 6th, in Richardson, Texas. Don't miss this festival as it is ranked as one of the best in the nation and is always a top-notch show! I've been busy framing and packing and doing paperwork in preparation, but I always manage to get some painting time in. Here is one of my newest Petite Paintings up for auction.

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He Knows My Favorite Color by Pamela Blaies

He Knows My Favorite Color

9" x 12"

oil on linen

These yellow roses were part of a gorgeous bouquet my husband gave me on our anniversary this past Friday. They are the prettiest butter yellow. Setting up this composition, I put the light source pretty close and they became dazzlingly brilliant to my eyes. The color seemed to radiate from within, out into the very air around them. I think it gives them a kind of dreamy effect - very romantic. My sweetheart knows I am nuts about flowers, especially roses. He also knows my favorite color of rose -- it changes depending on the one I'm looking at that moment!

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Great News of the Day by Pamela Blaies

Be Mine

9" x 12"

oil on linen

I am so excited to have "Be Mine" selected for a national juried show. The Texas Spirit Art Show 2013 will be held in Graham, Texas, at the Old Post Office Museum and Art Center. It will be on exhibit from June 22 - July 12, 2013.

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Yesterday's Rose by Pamela Blaies

Yesterday's Rose

6" x 6"

oil on linen panel

I cut this rose to paint a little while ago, but didn't get to it that day. Today, I decided I wanted to put it in my composition. Alas, it was to pooped to party and began dropping petals left and right. I still loved its graceful shape and decided the fading beauty was the heart of this little piece.

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Pick of the Day by Pamela Blaies

Bashful

6" x 6"

oil on linen panel

This red rose came from my garden. I placed it in the bud vase facing away from me, because I liked the way the leaves turned. It almost looks shy, so I named it Bashful. I was excited that yesterday it was chosen as the Facebook Pick of the Day by DailyPaintworks - Yea!

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