Friday, March 31, 2017

Nature Fine Art Painting, Insect "QUESTION MARK BUTTERFLY" The Art of Nature, Fine Art by Mindy Lighthipe




The Question Mark Butterfly, Polygonia interrogationis, gets its name from the underside of the hindwings which have a pearly-white question mark. Caterpillar host plants include American and red elms; hackberry; hops; and nettles. Upon maturity, adult question mark butterflies will feed on rotting fruit, tree sap, carrion, and animal waste. Some adults will stay in the northern United States to hibernate, while others will migrate south.

6"x6" Watercolor on Paper/Available

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Rose Trellis Oil Painting, Garden Painting, 8x8x1.5" Small Landscape

I have always had a vision of the perfect garden, and it has always included a rose trellis.  Alas, it is not to be, for me.   But, I can paint one!


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 Actually, now that I think about it, this is much more my style.  No maintenance required!



Have a rosey day!

Carol Schiff
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Florida Landscape,Coastal Landscape Painting, Flowers,Water "A Royal Reflection" Florida Impressionism Artist Annie St Martin

While driving over a bridge I caught a bright red flash from the corner of my eye. There it stood, in all its majesty, draping over the river, a beautiful Royal Poinciana. I felt so lucky to have seen it.

 20"x16"x7/8 Oil on Canvas/Available

 $500.00 Click HERE to purchase.

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Thursday, March 30, 2017

Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Art Painting "Mirroring Sweet Reflections" by International Contemporary Abstract Artist Arrachme



Abstract earth is an ever changing event reflecting sweet and bitter sweet events in history. Original is being considered for a European exhibition 2017.

Fine Art Reproductions are now available in multiple sizes.

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Come Play With Me......

“Quieting the mind, drawing in, allowing are all words that I spent a lifetime in search of”. Then, when I was not monitoring my progress I found it. 

Read more in my new blog post HERE


The Long Awaited Online Courses by Arrachme are NOW OPEN!!!




How to use glazing to make beautiful transparent layers.



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With 13 Categories to choose from, this proven method applies 12 steps to start the beginner and seasoned artists with good habits and to encourage the seasoned artist to grow. 


View Arrachme's Introductory Video, and trailers of the courses now available at http://arrachmeart.com/onlineclasses/















SWAN REFLECTIONS, SOLD


Until a few years ago, I was a runner. Now, with back problems and a bad knee, I walk for exercise. There is one special route I like, no traffic and no scary dogs. While walking this route I pass a pond with two lovely swans. Usually I go in the morning and they just sparkle in the sunlight. This is a pastel I did of one. It is 9x11, matted to 16x18.


9x11 pastel matted to 16x18



Wednesday, March 29, 2017

Stormy Landscape Painting | Daily Painting | Small Oil Painting | Coastal Collision II by Carol Schiff | 11x14x1.5 Oil

This stormy landscape painting is a scene I see most every afternoon in the summer, here in Florida.  The warm breezes blow across the state from the west and collide with the cool ocean breezes from the east.  Instant Storm!


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I painted this in oil and using a palette knife to capture the feel of impending doom.  You know that feeling.....the black clouds suddenly roll in...the temperature drops 10 or 15 degrees in what seems like seconds and the wind kicks in.  Time to run for cover!


I painted on 11x14x1.5" canvas and painted the sides black making framing an option.

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Thanks for reading my blog today......stay dry out there!


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Nature Fine Art Painting, Insect "Atlas Moth" The Art of Nature, Fine Art by Mindy Lighthipe



The Atlas Moth,  Attacus atlas is considered to be the largest moths in the world in terms of total wing surface area. Their wingspans are also amongst the largest, from 10-12 inches. Females are appreciably larger and heavier. The triangular marking on each wing is transparent.

6"x6" Watercolor on Paper/Available

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Ireland Landscape,Coastal Landscape Painting "Golfing Fota Island" Florida Impressionism Artist Annie St Martin

Fota Island Golf Club was done with a palette knife technique. This golf club is a parkland course in County Cork, Ireland, and has extraordinary views everywhere the eye can see. Warm people, great pub grub, ruins of churches and castles, it was the trip of a lifetime. Ireland touches my soul.You'll see more of Ireland from me. Golf anyone? 

 11"x14"x3/4" Oil on Canvas/Available

 $250.00 /Click HERE to purchase.

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Tuesday, March 28, 2017

Daily Painting, Small Oil Painting, Kitchen Still Life, "Lemon, Lime, Salt" by Carol Schiff, 11x14x1.5" Oil

This kitchen still life is like a line up for a party!

I placed a lemon, a lime and a salt shaker in my window, with natural light pouring in from behind.

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  I loved the distortion of the lemon and the rays of light shimmering around the crystal shaker.




Available both as an original or a giclee print.


Thank you for reading my blog today.

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Monday, March 27, 2017

Botanical Fine Art Painting, Nature,Butterfly "LOBSTER CLAW HELICONIA WITH MOSAIC BUTTERFLY" The Art of Nature, Fine Art by Mindy Lighthipe





The heliconia in this painting is referred to as a "Lobster Claw" because of it shape, size and color. The butterfly in the painting is commonly know as the Mosaic Butterfly. The latin name is Colubra dirce. I have encountered both of these species on my many trips to Central America. I really enjoyed putting them together as I like the brilliant color of the flower with the muted, earth tones of the highly patterned underside of the butterfly.



12"x9" Watercolor on Paper

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Abstract Seascape Oil Painting, Tropical Waters, Daily Painting, Small Oil Painting, 11x14x1.5" SOLD

Continuing on my tropical journey to the Florida Keys.  Today's post is my impressions of the sea off the coast of southern Florida.

SOLD
 It is hard to find more fun (in the studio), than to dig into a big pile of paint, with your knife, and just go to town.  Adding and subtracting values and hues........puts me in the zone every time.

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As much as I love creating all this yummy texture, I can only do it for a few days, before I start to crave a little structure and strong composition.  Each day I work on this coral reef series, I get a little less abstract and and little more impressionist.

Join me on my journey.....




Thanks for visiting my blog today!

Carol Schiff

Coastal Landscape,Seascape Painting,Beach House "House on The Bay" Florida Impressionism Artist Annie St Martin

Growing up in a small coastal state with a large family was always an adventure. We would take family rides, maybe for an ice cream cone, to pick apples or dig quahogs. Often this brought us to the beautiful coastal waters. I always found myself drawn to this particular spot on the bay and I wondered about the house beyond this magnificent stone arched entrance. Would you wonder?

 6"x12"x7/8" Oil on Canvas/SOLD

 Prints available HERE

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Impressionism Seascape Painting "Beyond The Naked Eye" byInternational Seascape Artist Arrachme



48"x36" Acrylics on Canvas

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Fine Art Reproductions are now available in multiple sizes.

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Come Play With Me......

“Quieting the mind, drawing in, allowing are all words that I spent a lifetime in search of”. Then, when I was not monitoring my progress I found it. 

Read more in my new blog post HERE


The Long Awaited Online Courses by Arrachme are NOW OPEN!!!



Painting skies made easy!



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With 13 Categories to choose from, this proven method applies 12 steps to start the beginner and seasoned artists with good habits and to encourage the seasoned artist to grow. 


View Arrachme's Introductory Video, and trailers of the courses now available at http://arrachmeart.com/onlineclasses/















Sunday, March 26, 2017

Flower Painting | Floral Still Life | Small Oil Painting | Daily Painting | Geranium Joy by Carol Schiff 8x10" Oil

What could be cheerier on a dreary day that a bright red flower painting?  Geraniums are always a favorite in my home.  This one is painted on stretched canvas and looks fantastic in a bold black frame.

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This will brighten up even the darkest, most boring corner of your home.

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Once again, my goal was to keep my colors clean and bright and my strokes simple and bold. I think I achieved my goals in this flower painting.  Thanks for viewing my daily painting today.

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Saturday, March 25, 2017

Original Contemporary Modern Art Abstract Paintings by Filomena de Andrade Booth

Why a Private Painting Workshop?

As artists, we tend to be solitary creatures who like to work alone in our studios.  But sometimes, we tend to get into a painting rut which can lead to a period of non-creativity.  At times like these, we begin to wonder if we've painted or created everything we had in us.  I compare times like these to a drought that parches the land and nothing is able to grow.

We all need to be rejuvenated at times.  We all need to have those creative juices begin to flow so that our god-given talents can bloom once again. 

Since I started offering my private abstract painting workshops, I have had the privilege of hearing artists thank me for re-inspiring them again.  These words mean so much to me and I am thankful that I am able to share my many years of experience with them.

Here are some photos of students who have recently attended my private workshops.  




On October 16 - 18, 2017, I will be offering my annual 3 day group workshop in beautiful Fort Cooper State Park in Inverness, Florida.  I do a very limited number of workshops each year and hope that you will join me and fellow artists for 3 days of fun and learning.
My workshops tend to fill up very quickly, so save your seat today!
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Painting Sale | Dog Portrait | Daily Painting | Small Oil Painting | A Face to Love by Carol Schiff | 6x8" Oil SOLD

Something special today for all you fluffy little puppy lovers.....

SOLD

I met this little guy in North Carolina, following around his master who was doing some shopping.  It was obvious how much this little guy loved his human and I found him to be an appealing subject.

As always, when you purchase this piece at the link above, you will be charged $100 plus shipping of $6.50 (in USA).  All you need do to receive the rebate is write Art Sale on you comment section of your order.  As soon as I am notified of your payment, I will  send you a $20.00 rebate on your PayPal or credit card account.  You must write Art Sale on the order to receive the rebate.  If you forget to write ART SALE you may contact me, full of remorse, and I will do my best to get you the rebate :)


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Friday, March 24, 2017

Seascape Painting "Deprogramming Code" by Contemporary International Artist Arrachme




  16"x20"x7/8" Acrylic on Canvas/Available

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  Art is packaged with love and carefully shipped.

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Come Play With Me......

“Quieting the mind, drawing in, allowing are all words that I spent a lifetime in search of”. Then, when I was not monitoring my progress I found it. 

Read more in my new blog post HERE


The Long Awaited Online Courses by Arrachme are NOW OPEN!!!



How to paint perfect water!



Click HERE to View Video Trailer


With 13 Categories to choose from, this proven method applies 12 steps to start the beginner and seasoned artists with good habits and to encourage the seasoned artist to grow. 


View Arrachme's Introductory Video, and trailers of the courses now available at http://arrachmeart.com/onlineclasses/















Daily Painting, Small Oil Painting, Painting on Sale, Radish Still Life, Vegetable Still Life, "Radish Trio", 6x8" Oil

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I find the draw back to daily painting, at least for me, is that my inventory grows quickly.  So today, I have a real deal!  Purchase at the link above and you will be charged $94.95 and shipping. You must write ART SALE on the order to receive the discount.  As soon as I receive your payment, I will return a credit of $40.00 to your credit card or PayPal account.  That means your price is only $55.

This sale is only for readers of my blog, so if you don't write ART SALE on the order, I won't know you saw it here and you won't get a rebate.

Thank you for reading my blog today.


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Botanical Fine Art Painting, Nature,Butterfly "ROCK ORCHIDS" The Art of Nature, Fine Art by Mindy Lighthipe





This orchid is part of the Dendrobium family. They can grow on trees or on the ground. They have a pseudobulb which stores water. As the flower grows on a new pseudobulb the plant keeps adding to the cluster and spills over rocks and crevices.

14"x18" Watercolor on Paper

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Impressionism Florida Landscape Painting "Tiki Time" by Florida Impressionism Artist Annie St Martin



20x16x7/8 Acrylic on Canvas/Available

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Thursday, March 23, 2017

Abstract Seascape Painting, 8x16" Palette Knife Painting, Daily Painting, Small Oil Painting

We are happy to be back in Florida, and I wanted to mark the occassion with a new abstract.

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I really enjoyed creating this art.  Sometimes it is nice to just get in the zone, no particular plan, and let the subconscious take over.

I love playing with paint and these represent some of my favorite colors.  I didn't plan to do a seascape, but it feels like one, especially of the tropical waters in the Caribbean Islands.

The last few months have been hectic for me.  This is just what I needed to calm me down.

Have a great day and thanks for reading my blog.




Carol Schiff
www.CarolSchiffStudio.blogspot.com

Wednesday, March 22, 2017

ZIGGY AND ZEUS - SOLD


The three Z's, Zack, Ziggy and Zeus. Contact me by leaving a comment if you are interested in having a portrait of your pet.

Abstract,Impressionist Landscape, Trees, Flowers, Fine Art Painting "Exploding Blue Haze on Butterflies’ Wings" by International Contemporary Abstract Artist Arrachme





Award winning artwork published in Northlight  Incites hardbound 2015 edition. The original artwork  comes signed with a signed copy of the published book.


24"x36" Acrylics on Canvas

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Free Shipping within the U.S.A.

View more of my work at http://arrachmeart.com

Come Play With Me......

“Quieting the mind, drawing in, allowing are all words that I spent a lifetime in search of”. Then, when I was not monitoring my progress I found it. 

Read more in my new blog post HERE


The Long Awaited Online Courses by Arrachme are NOW OPEN!!!


How to use background to make images pop!




Click HERE to View Video Trailer


With 13 Categories to choose from, this proven method applies 12 steps to start the beginner and seasoned artists with good habits and to encourage the seasoned artist to grow. 


View Arrachme's Introductory Video, and trailers of the courses now available at http://arrachmeart.com/onlineclasses/