Closing in
by Pat on Feb.22, 2012, under Acrylic Paintings, Studio Stuff
Midday and am closing in on where I was heading with this one. After today, I’m sure it will be set aside to rest.
Bridge & Bay(In progress) - Acrylic - 48x36 in.
Step 2 – Bay & Bridge
by Pat on Feb.21, 2012, under Acrylic Paintings, Studio Stuff
Getting colors on and working together – right now limiting to about 5 colors w/white. Later I can see more colors layering – maybe.
Bay & Bridge - progress 2
Re-Start
by Pat on Feb.21, 2012, under Acrylic Paintings, Studio Stuff
Oops, been a ‘little’ delinquent. Here we go – the painting that has been staring at me for weeks! This is it and it needs to have the bay water worked on – I’ll show as progress takes place.
Bay & Bridge (temporary title) - Acrylic - 48x36 inches
Holsteins Under Tree
by Pat on Jan.25, 2012, under Acrylic Paintings
About a mile down our Ross Inlet Rd near the West Catching Bridge is an old Fir at the corner of dairy farmer Ross’ pasture. The day was a bit stormy and most of the holsteins were gathered under or near the tree – a fun sight!
“Holsteins Under Tree” - Acrylic/paper 12x12
Book is Published at Blurb
by Pat on Jan.16, 2012, under 30 Artists 30 Parks, Books, Collages
My first book of local landscape collages is up and available. It has been a fun and adventurous undertaking. You can browse and/or order at Blurb Publishing Online.
My Book - Coos County Playgrounds
Ross Inlet Barn
by Pat on Jan.06, 2012, under Uncategorized
This other “farm” themed piece is of a slapped together barn that is almost up against Ross Inlet Road. From its south side is a fascinating angular composition with natural organic lines competing with artificial straight lines. But it was the angles with the sharp triangular building that first caught my eye.
“Ross Inlet Barn” - Silkscreen Monotype - 10x13 in.
First Farm-themed
by Pat on Jan.05, 2012, under Collages, Printmaking
The next themed exhibit at the Hospital in Bandon is “Farm.” I didn’t have much dealing with agriculture although living on Ross Inlet Rd that is lined with dairy farm after farm. So, decided to go along the road and get some images and do a couple of Silkscreen Monotypes – I knew the spots that interested me after driving the road for the past 30+ years.
We are in the middle of winter and the pastures were pretty well battered and mucky. At the fence I was approached by a few cattle who were expecting me to toss a bail of hay – but, sorry, disappointment for them – all they could do is stand in the mire and stare and hope. For my first farm-themed piece I felt a need to show the feeling of beaten pasture, reflective puddles, and non-heroic animals surviving on the mashed earth at their feet. Through all the murk I used gold leaf reflecting off the puddles showing that sun and warmth are always lurking.
“Winter Pastures” - Silkscreen Monotype - 13x10 in.
Book looks great!
by Pat on Jan.01, 2012, under Daily Living, Non-Art Production
Yeah! My first book has arrived and it looks wonderful! Now, to figure out the handling of it with the online publisher. Once knowing what I am doing, I’ll get the info up to this blog.
Book has arrived!
Mixing the Mediums
by Pat on Dec.29, 2011, under Collages, Printmaking
I got the mood I have been after by working Silkscreen Monotype and Collage together. The view needed layering and texture that silkscreen wasn’t offering by itself. Adding ripped papers and gold leaf made the landscape breath and come alive.
“Millicoma Wetlands 14” - Mixed Media 8.5x11.75 in.
First Book
by Pat on Dec.20, 2011, under 30 Artists 30 Parks, Non-Art Production
I can’t believe it, but I have just created and sent to the printers my 1st 40-page book! It definitely would not have occurred if it weren’t for the urging and support of our five-member critique group. After seeing my series of collages, it was their enthusiastic expression to make a book that made it happen. So, thanks Janne, Susan, Clayton, and dorothea!
Cover of 1st book
