Where does Audi Stanton Find the Time?

Here is another one of Audi Stanton's successful oil paintings named "Sunset Beach ".  In addition to creating beautiful art, Audi also teaches weekly classes, holds workshops, shows her artwork at several galleries , shops and local businesses, attends and demonstrates at art events,  and attends other artists' workshops.  If you are interested in any of her art, email brookingscoastapleinair@gmail.com or find her current artwork at Wright's Framing, Manley Art Center and Winchuck Gardens and Nursery in Brookings, Oregon or at the Crescent Habor Gallery in Crescent City, California.

"Sunset Beach " Oil on canvas

"Lawn Ornament II" By Eva Marie Tanner Klaas

I took a photo of this pickup truck on a lawn after I painted it on a Wednesday plein air get-together. The truck owner assured me that it would be there for a few months because he couldn't afford to fix it. A couple of weeks later, it was gone. I was glad I took a photo.
This was painted with a limited palette so I would focus on the values. I simplified the background. I tried not to get too detailed with the truck. I can see a slight perspective issue with the headlights. I will fix that later. 
Anyway, here is my 9x12 painting of Lawn Ornament II.

"Lawn Ornament II" 9x12 Oil On Board

Audi Stanton's Landslide

Audi Stanton's ability to find beauty demonstrates the heart of a true artist.  Here is a wonderful example with her current artwork appropriately named "Landslide".  The pine tree and rocks are painted in such a way that they appear to be sliding off the hill side. This movement holds our attention and lets us know there could be danger.  This is an outstanding work of art for any art collector.  For more information contact brookingscoastalpleinair@gmail.com.

Cherish The Chetco and Plein Air

The Brookings Coastal Plein Air Painters were invited to paint at the Cherish The Chetco event on the river last weekend in Brookings/Harbor, Oregon.  Kathy Huxley, Verna Pooler, Audi Stanton and Eva Marie Tanner Klaas showed up early to paint the gorgeous day.
Verna and Audi worked in watercolors  and Kathy and Eva worked in oils.  Audi took all of these photos.  You can see everyone had a wonderful time. 
If you want to see more,  please go to http://www.wildriverscoastart.com/ and see the posting for September 23, 2012.

Verna working on her drawing.

Kathy's oil painting in progress.

Eva painting with onlookers.

Audi Stanton's Sunset Beach, Charleston, OR Artwork

Audi Stanton recently created this beautiful oil painting of Sunset Beach located in Charleston, Oregon.  The sandy beach is protected by towering sea cliffs.  Audi captured this popular scenic area perfectly.
If you would like more information about this painting, please send an email to brookingscoastalpleinair@gmail.com.

Sunset Beach, Charleston, OR #1

Eva Marie Tanner Klaas' "Tea Time"

"Tea time" 8x10 Oil with palette knife with canvas on board

Here is Eva Marie Tanner Klaas' study called "Tea Time." This was painted with palette knife which allows her to layer color one after the other. No muddy brush strokes here. The tablecloth color is created with layers of pink, yellow and then purple with a lot of white.  The background color is blue, red, orange, yellow, magenta and green.  The teapot's light side is orange, yellow, red, magenta, pink, bright green and a touch of white.  The shadow side is magenta, orange, yellow, pinks , bright green, blue and purple and a touch of white. The cast shadow has purple, blue, pink, magenta and white.  The grapes light side is yellow, blue, pink, bright green and some white. The shadows side is blue, purple, green, yellow, pink and a touch of white. The shadow has blue, purple, pink, green and a more white. Each of these color is layered upon each other to keep the color underneath. You don't blend too much unless you want a duller effect.  Color relationship is important when painting this. The green grapes and lavender tablecloth all reflect into the clay pot.

Audi Stanton and Abstract

"Electric Shock"

Audi's show at Wright's Custom Framing on 810 Chetco Avenue on Highway 101 is still there. If you love abstract art or are curious about abstract art, stop by and see her artwork,  There is ample parking and if you have an RV, there is parking across the street.  This is  must stop if you are visiting Brookings, Oregon  or just passing through.  Next door is favorite restaurant.  Park and take a look around. 

Verna Pooler's Rogue River Bridge Watercolor

Verna Pooler has created another stunning watercolor. This time it is the Rogue River Bridge located in Gold Beach, Oregon. It is currently on display at the Chetco Community Public Library in Brookings, Oregon as a celebration of  the "Cherish the Chetco" event. 

Kathy Huxley's Bridges and Rivers

Kathy Huxley has her beautiful plein air oil paintings displayed at the Chetco Community Public Library in Brookings, Oregon as part of the celebration of "Cherish the Chetco" event.  Check out her artwork. They are stunning. You will, also, see her new still life artwork at the Manely Art Center in Brookings, Oregon.

Audi Stanton's Pinafore Dress

Pretty Pinafore

Audi Stanton has a beautiful pinafore dress she  created  out of plastic bags (yes, plastic bags) for the Pelican Bay Arts Association “Recycled Treasures.”   This is a fundraiser for its scholarship fund, from 5 to 9 p.m. at Manley Art Center and Gallery. Admission is $5 at the door which includes finger foods, wine and an auction beginning at 6. The public is invited to preview auction items during today’s (Sept. 8) Second Saturday Art Walk.

Cherish The Chetco

There is a new event in Curry County, Oregon called "Cherish The Chetco" that will be held September 21-22, 2012  As part of  the event, the local artists were invited to show their river paintings at the Chetco Community Public Library in Brookings, OR.
Come see artwork by Audi Stanton, Kathy Huxley, Verna Pooler and Eva Marie Tanner Klaas along with other wonderful  artists at the Brookings'  library located at 405 Alder Street  Brookings, OR 97415.   The show will be there through September 2012.
For more information, go to www.cherishthechetco.com.

Audi Stanton's "Rocky Shore At Ocean View" Has SOLD

Here is Audi Stanton's recently sold artwork. Congratulations to Audi and the art collector.

"Rocky Shore At Ocean View" 11X14 Oil On Canvas SOLD

Audi Stanton's Path

Audi Stanton's Path

I don't think you have met many artists like Audi Stanton. She creates from the time she wakes in the morning until she goes to bed. She doesn't just make beautiful paintings. Audi sews  little girl dresses from plastic bags; re-purposes one of a kind vests into arty fashion statements; stamps, paints and sews cloth, art dolls with words of wisdom and wit; designs journals with collage covers; and creates abstract check book covers with found objects just to name a few. Audi Stanton, also, teaches classes!
Come see her new work at any of the local galleries  You will not be disappointed.

Eva Marie Tanner Klaas And Cats

Plein air artist, Eva Marie Tanner Klaas, has painted cats  for almost 15 years. She started with watercolors and later moved to pastels, acrylics and oils. So if you are cat lover, you can purchase her cards and original artwork at several galleries or go to  www.CatTailGallery.com.
Here are a few of her pieces that have sold recently.

"Waiting"  SOLD at Winchuck Gardens and Nursery

"It's Good To Be King" SOLD online at evamarietannerklaas.blogspot.com

"Introducing Oliver" SOLD online at evamarietannerklaas.blogspot.com

UPDATE: Audi Stanton Has A New Show At Wright's Custom Framing

Audi Stanton is currently showing her large acrylic collages in the small gallery at Wright's Custom Framing in Brookings. (509 Chetco Ave. 541-469-7900) The first reaction people have is: WOW! She has always had a passion for metal sculptures, but was never inclined to make them herself. She invented a way to have faux metal sculptures in spite of not ever working with metals. Her work is made from heavy watercolor paper painted with metallic acrylic paints and enhanced with various textures. They cast wonderful shadows on the wall because they are hung a little bit away from the wall at any angle you like! Certainly decorator pieces. Some of the acrylic collages are very colorful, happy and fun. For example: "Yellow and Blue Jazz" and "Carnival"  will put a big smile on your face!  An outstanding show.

Audi Stanton's show at Wright's Custom Framing