Day 30 - "Clouds" By Eva Marie Tanner Klaas

Day 30 and this was a wonderful challenge. Thank all of you who visited my blog and made such supportive comments. Artists are the best.
Here is my class study.  This is my first attempt at cloud. You have to start somewhere and it is usually at the beginning.

"Clouds" A Study By Eva Marie Tanner Klaas

Day 30 - Value Study XXX; "My Neighborhood - J-Ben's Place 2" By Jennifer Thompson

Day 30 of the 30 Days 30 Paintings by Leslie Saeta. Value Study XXX; "My Neighborhood - J-Ben's Place 2". I can't believe this is the last day of the 30 paintings in 30 days challenge! We made it! I am exhausted and yet exhilarated and inspired. Congratulations fellow artists and thank you to all who encouraged along the way.  P.S. Now that I have painted JBen's Place twice and stuck fairly close to what is there, I think I am finally ready to cut down that overgrown Yew tree!! It sticks out like a sore thumb and I don't think anyone has seen that corner of the house in 60 years!!

Value Study XXX; "My Neighborhood - J-Ben's Place 2" By Jennifer Thompson Watercolor On Paper

Day 30 - "Matilija" By Verna Pooler

These poppies grow in Three River in a neighbors yard of my daughter Lisa. 

Day 30 of the 30 paintings in 30 days challenge by Leslie Saeta. Here is Verna Pooler's watercolor "My Matilija".  It is 13 1/2x10 1/2" and for sale at $95.00.  If you are interested in purchasing her artwork,  please contact vmpooler@gmail.com. 

"My Matilija" By Verna Pooler  13 1/2x10 1/2" Watercolor On Paper @ $95

Day 30 - "This Little Piggy" By Kathy Huxley

Day 30 of  30 paintings in 30 days challenge offered by Leslie Saeta.  This is a still life painting by Kathy Huxley named  "This Little Piggy". Kathy's work is 6" x6" and for sale at $95.00. If you are interested in buying this painting, please email brookingscoastalpleinair@gmail.com.

"This Little Piggy" By Kathy Huxley 6"x6" Oil On Panel @ $95.00

Day 30 - "Stick Figure" By Audi Stanton

Day 30 of the 30 paintings in 30 days challenge with Leslie Saeta.  This is Audi Stanton's  ink and paper named  "Stick Figure".  She used a willow stick with black ink to create this piece.  It is 18"X40" on paper and is for sale at $85.  If you are interested in buying this wonderful artwork,  please contact Audi at Stanaudi@aol.com.

Stick Figure  Ink on Paper

18 x 40

$85.00

Day 29 - "Cape Blanco Lighthouse" By Verna Pooler

"Cape Blanco Lighthouse" By Verna Pooler 10 1/2" x 14 1/2" Watercolor On Paper @ $95.00

Day 29 of the 30 paintings in 30 days challenge by Leslie Saeta. Here is Verna Pooler's watercolor "Cape Blanco Lighthouse" .  It is 10 1/2"x14 1/2" and for sale at $95.00.  If you are interested in purchasing her artwork,  please contact vmpooler@gmail.com.

Day 29 - Value Study XXIX; "Arizona Respite" By Jennifer Thompson

Day 29 of the 30 Days 30 Paintings by Leslie Saeta.  Value Study XXIX; "Arizona Respite" by Jennifer Thompson.

Value Study XXIX; Arizona Respite by Jennifer Thompson Watercolor On Paper

Day 29 - "Chetco Fog" By Eva Marie Tanner Klaas

Day 29 of the 30 Days 30 Paintings by Leslie Saeta.  The time has passed by and I have loved every minutes of of this challenge. Thank you, Leslie. Also, thank you, Randy Blasquez for informing me and others about this wonderful challenge.
Here is my study of abstract landscapes. This "Chetco Fog".  The Chetco River is in Oregon and runs into the Pacific Ocean. The river mouth lies between Brookings and Harbor, Oregon.

"Chetco Fog" Study By Eva Marie Tanner Klaas Oil on Canvas

Day 29 - "Sea View" By Audi Stanton

Day 29 of the 30 paintings in 30 days challenge with Leslie Saeta.  This is Audi Stanton's oil with palette knife painting named  "Sea View".  It is 11"X14" on canvas board and is for sale at $150.  If you are interested in buying this wonderful artwork,  please contact Audi at Stanaudi@aol.com.

"Sea View" By Audi Stanton 11'x14' On Canvas Board @ $150.00

Day 29 - "Tart" By Kathy Huxley

Day 29 of  30 paintings in 30 days challenge offered by Leslie Saeta.  This is a still life painting by Kathy Huxley named  "Tart". Kathy's work is 10" x10" and for sale at $145.00. If you are interested in buying this painting, please email brookingscoastalpleinair@gmail.com.

"Tart" By Kathy Huxley  10" x 10" Oil On Canvas for $145.00

Day 28 - "Citrus Time" By Verna Pooler

Day 28 of the 30 paintings in 30 days challenge by Leslie Saeta. Here is Verna Pooler's watercolor "Citrus Time".  It is 10 1/2"x14 1/2" and for sale at $95.00.  If you are interested in purchasing her artwork,  please contact vmpooler@gmail.com.

"Citrus Time" By Verna Pooler 10 1/2x14 1/2" Watercolor On Paper for $95.00

Day 28 - Value Study XXVIII, "My Neighborhood - J-Ben's Place"By Jennifer Thompson

 Day 28 of the 30 paintings in 30 days challenge by Leslie Saeta. Value Study XXVIII, "My Neighborhood - J-Ben's Place". This one along with the one posted yesterday are the two I tried to do after the baby kept me up most of the night. Not happy with either study but I can always do them again another time. May be even tomorrow!

Value Study XXVIII, "My Neighborhood - J-Ben's Place" By Jennifer Thompson Watercolor On Paper

Day 28 - "Narrow Way" By Kathy Huxley

Day 28 of  30 paintings in 30 days challenge offered by Leslie Saeta.  This is a landscape painting by Kathy Huxley named  "Narrow Way". Kathy's work is 6" x6" and for sale for $95.00. If you are interested in buying this painting, please email brookingscoastalpleinair@gmail.com.

"Narrow Way" By Kathy Huxley 6" x6" Oil On Panel for $95.00

Day 28 - "Red and Green Study" By Eva Marie Tanner Klaas

Day 28 and I am back in class. This is a study with complimentary color.  I could have worked on this for hours but I wanted to start another study before the day was over.

"Red And Green Study" By Eva Marie Tanner Klaas Oil On Canvas Sheet

Day 28 - "Broken Down" By Audi Stanton

Day 28 of the 30 paintings in 30 days challenge with Leslie Saeta.  This is Audi Stanton's oil with palette knife painting named  "Broken Down".  It is 11"X14" on canvas board and is for sale at $150.  If you are interested in buying this wonderful artwork,  please contact Audi at Stanaudi@aol.com.

"Broken Down" By Audi Stanton 11'x14'  Oil With Palette Knife On Canvas Board for $150.00

Day 27 - "Point Reyes Lighthouse" By Verna Pooler

Day 27 of the 30 paintings in 30 days challenge by Leslie Saeta. Here is Verna Pooler's watercolor "Point Reyes Lighthouse".  It is 10 1/2"x14 1/2" and for sale at $95.00.  If you are interested in purchasing her artwork,  please contact vmpooler@gmail.com.

"Point Reyes Lighthouse" By Verna Pooler 14 1/2"x10 1/2" Watercolor On Paper for $95.

Day 27 - "Rosey Glow" By Kathy Huxley

Day 27 of  30 paintings in 30 days challenge offered by Leslie Saeta.  This is a still life painting by Kathy Huxley named  "Rosey Glow". Kathy's work is 8" x10" and for sale for $125.00. If you are interested in buying this painting, please email brookingscoastalpleinair@gmail.com.

"Rosey Glow" By  Kathy Huxley 8" x10" Oil On Canvas @ $125.00

Day 27 - "My Neighborhood - Center Ten" By Jennifer Thompson

 Day 27 of the 30 paintings in 30 days challenge by Leslie Saeta. Value Study XXVII; "My Neighborhood - Center Ten" Why did Grandpa J-Ben call that parcel the "Center Ten"? Because it was the center ten-acre block of pears. Not fanciful or imaginative but highly practical, as I am told he was. From this vantage at the top of Hyatt's drive, you look down on this block and on this icy January day, the hills to the north are only just barely visible due to the fog.

Value Study XXVII; "My Neighborhood - Center Ten" By Jennifer Thompson Watercolor On Paper

Day 27 - "Border Beach" By Audi Stanton

Day 27 of the 30 paintings in 30 days challenge with Leslie Saeta.  This is Audi Stanton's oil with palette knife painting named  "Border Beach".  It is 11"X14" on canvas board and is for sale at $150.  If you are interested in buying this wonderful artwork,  please contact Audi at Stanaudi@aol.com.

"Border Beach" By Audi Stanton 11"x14" Oil With Palette Knife on Canvas Board @ $150.00

Day 27 - "David, Looen Up" By Eva Marie Tanner Klaas

Day 27 of the 30 Days 30 Paintings by Leslie Saeta.  I took all my mixed oil colors  left over on my palette and had some fun. I have a statue of Michelangelo's David. I grabbed a  discarded canvas  to let the paint fly and danced like no one was watching. Notice the look on David's face. 

"David, Loosen Up" By Eva Marie Tanner Klaas 9'x12' Oil On Used Yes Board

Day 26 - "St. George Lighthouse" By Verna Pooler

 Day 26 of the 30 paintings in 30 days challenge by Leslie Saeta. Here is Verna Pooler's watercolor "St. George Lighthouse" located outside of Crescent City, California in the Pacific Ocean. It is visible from Brookings, Oregon, too.  It is 10 1/2"x14 1/2" and for sale at $95.00.  If you are interested in purchasing her artwork,  please contact vmpooler@gmail.com.

"St. George Lighthouse" By Verna Pooler  10 1/2"x14 1/2" On Watercolor Paper @$95.00

Day 26 - "Perspective Practice" By Eva Marie Tanner Klaas

Day 26 of the 30 Paintings in 30 Days Challenge by Leslie Saeta.  I love painting cars. It forces you to measure and improve your perspective.

"Perspective Practice" By Eva Marie Tanner Klaas 8x10 on Canvas Board

Day 26 Value Study XXVI "My Neighborhood - Wright's Barn" By Jennifer Thompson

 Day 26 of the 30 paintings in 30 days challenge by Leslie Saeta. Value Study XXVI "My Neighborhood - Wright's Barn" Last barn in my neighborhood! Promise! This painting started out a total flop. It was so bad I took it to the kitchen sink an held it under the faucet, letting water swoosh it away. But I forgot that the pigment was staining so it wouldn't all go away. I made a half-hearted attempt to scrub with a towel then gave up and figured I would use the backside when it dried.
Awhile later, while working on another study, I happen to glance at the flop and noticed that the place I scrubbed looked just like the willows look when every single twig is coated in ice crystals and the atmosphere shrouded in ice fog! I might be able to save that, I thought. The paper was still damp from it's soaking in the sink so I just added a bit at the top of the tree to define it slightly, added a trunk and a couple of limbs, a few details on the barn and a suggestion of a fence. Voila! Wright's Barn!
May all our "flops" be so easily rescued!

Value Study XXVI "My Neighborhood - Wright's Barn" By Jennifer Thompson Watercolor On Paper

Day 26 - "Morning Stroll" By Audi Stanton

Day 26 of the 30 paintings in 30 days challenge with Leslie Saeta.  This is Audi Stanton's oil with palette knife painting named  "Morning Stroll".  It is 16"X16" on gallery wrap and is for sale at $225.  If you are interested in buying this wonderful artwork,  please contact Audi at Stanaudi@aol.com.

"Morning Stroll" By Audi Stanton

16 x 16 Oil on gallery wrap

$225.00

Day 26 - "Fruit Punch" By Kathy Huxley

Day 26 of  30 paintings in 30 days challenge offered by Leslie Saeta.  This is a still life painting by Kathy Huxley named  "Fruit Punch". Kathy's work is 8" x10" and for sale for $125.00. If you are interested in buying this painting, please email brookingscoastalpleinair@gmail.com.

"Fruit Punch" By Kathy Huxley 8"x10" Oil On Canvas @ $125.00

Day 25 - "Bird of Paradise" By Verna Pooler

 Day 25 of the 30 paintings in 30 days challenge by Leslie Saeta. Here is Verna Pooler's watercolor "Bird of Paradise". It is 10 1/2"x 7" and for sale at $45.00.  If you are interested in purchasing her artwork,  please contact vmpooler@gmail.com.

"Bird of Paradise" By Verna Pooler  10 1/2"x 7" Watercolor on paper @ $45.

Day 25 - "Take A Sip" By Kathy Huxley

Day 25 of  30 paintings in 30 days challenge offered by Leslie Saeta.  This is a still life painting by Kathy Huxley named  "Take A Sip". Kathy's work is 5" x7" and for sale for $95.00. If you are interested in buying this painting, please email brookingscoastalpleinair@gmail.com.

"Take A Sip" By Kathy Huxley Oil On Panel 5"x7" @ $95.00

Day 25 - "Value Study XXV; "My Neighborhood - Johnston's Barn" By Jennifer Thompson

Day 25 of the 30 paintings in 30 days challenge by Leslie Saeta.  Value Study XXV; "My Neighborhood - Johnston's Barn"

Value Study XXV; "My Neighborhood - Johnston's Barn" By Jennifer Thompson Watercolor on Paper

Day 25 - "Evening Approaches" By Audi Stanton

Day 25 of the 30 paintings in 30 days challenge with Leslie Saeta.  This is Audi Stanton's oil with palette knife painting named  "Evening Approaches".  It is 11"X14" on canvas board and is for sale at $125.  If you are interested in buying this wonderful artwork,  please contact Audi at Stanaudi@aol.com. 

"Evening Approaches" By Audi Stanton  11" x 14" Oil on Canvas Board @

$125.00

Day 25 - "Cake Walk" By Eva Marie Tanner Klaas

Day 25 of the 30 Paintings in 30 Days Challenge by Leslie Saeta.   I swapped my doughnut for this strawberry shortcake.  So here is my cake on a pedestal.

SOLD

Day 24 - "Battery Street Lighthouse" By Verna Pooler

Day 24 of the 30 paintings in 30 days challenge by Leslie Saeta. Here is Verna Pooler's watercolor "Battery Street Lighthouse". It is 14 1/2"x10 1/2" and for sale at $95.00.  If you are interested in purchasing her artwork,  please contact vmpooler@gmail.com.

"Battery Street Lighthouse" By Verna Pooler 14 1/2"x10 1/2" Watercolor On Paper $95.00

Day 24 - "Dinner Is Served" By Kathy Huxley

Day 24 of  30 paintings in 30 days challenge offered by Leslie Saeta.  This is a still life painting by Kathy Huxley named  "Dinner Is Served". Kathy's work is 10" x10" and for sale for $145.00. If you are interested in buying this painting, please email brookingscoastalpleinair@gmail.com.

"Dinner Is Served" By Kathy Huxley 10"x10" Oil On Canvas $145.00

Day 24 - "My Neighborhood - In The Shelter of an Old Friend" By Jennifer Thompson

Day 24 of the 30 paintings in 30 days challenge by Leslie Saeta. Value Study XXIV; "My Neighborhood - In The Shelter of an Old Friend". By now, those following the blog have no doubt figured out that I dont live in Brookings. My ties to Brookings are through family and I am doubly lucky that my blood family in Brookings is also part of my art family and I feel blessed to have been accepted into this circle of exceptionally talented people! You inspire me with your dedication and I will be forever grateful that you let me participate with you. This challenge has opened my eyes; I had forgotten how to see.

Value Study XXIV; "My Neighborhood - In The Shelter of an Old Friend" By Jennifer Thompson Watercolor on Paper

Day 24 - "Two Of A Kind" By Eva Marie Tanner Klaas

Day 24 of the 30 Days 30 Paintings challenge with Leslie Saeta. This is another attempt of the view from Arch Rock  north of Brookings, Oregon.  I don't know about all of you but I need a few attempts at some pieces before I can resolve my issues with them.

"Two Of A Kind" By Eva Marie Tanner Klaas 8"x10" Oil On Linen

Day 24 - "Seaside Gazebo" By Audi Stanton

Day 24 of the 30 paintings in 30 days challenge with Leslie Saeta.  This is Audi Stanton's oil with palette knife painting named  "Seaside Gazebo".  It is 12"X16" on wood panel and is for sale at $225.  If you are interested in buying this wonderful artwork,  please contact Audi at Stanaudi@aol.com.

"Seaside Gazebo"  By Audi Stanton 12"X16" on wood panel @ $225.00

Day 23 - "Fortune Anyone" by Verna Pooler

Day 23 of the 30 paintings in 30 days challenge by Leslie Saeta. Here is Verna Pooler's watercolor "Fortune Anyone". It is 10"x8" and for sale at $45.00.  If you are interested in purchasing her artwork,  please contact vmpooler@gmail.com.

"Fortune Anyone" By Verna Pooler 10"x8" Watercolor on Paper  $45.00.

Day 23 - "Catching The Light" By Audi Stanton

Day 23 of the 30 paintings in 30 days challenge with Leslie Saeta.  This is Audi Stanton's oil with palette knife painting named  "Catching The Light".  It is 11"X14" on canvas board and is for sale for $125.  If you are interested in buying this wonderful artwork,  please contact Audi at Stanaudi@aol.com.

"Catching the Light" By Audi Stanton Oil With Palette Knife  on Canvas Board 11 x 14    $125.00

 

Day 23 - "Cake Toppers" By Kathy Huxley

Day 23 of  30 paintings in 30 days challenge offered by Leslie Saeta.  This is a still life painting by Kathy Huxley named  "Cake Toppers". Kathy's work is 6" x 6" and for sale for $95.00. If you are interested in buying this painting, please email brookingscoastalpleinair@gmail.com.

"Cake Toppers" By Kathy Huxley 6"X6" Oil On Panel @ $95.00

Day 23 - "Stick Figure" By Eva Marie Tanner Klaas

Day 23 and I was hanging out with the Brookings Coastal Plein Air Artists today at Audi Stanton's studio. Audi introduced us to painting with willow sticks and ink. Love it.  I then folded the paper over to make splatters.  Fun stuff.
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"Stick Figure" By Eva Marie Tanner Klaas on Butcher Paper

Day 23 - "My Neighborhood-Winter Pears" By Jennifer Thompson

Day 23 of the 30 paintings in 30 days challenge by Leslie Saeta. Value Study 23; "My Neighborhood-Winter Pears" In the North Tract looking up the hill. I took a walk through the orchard. It was the first time since the sale. My husband's family had been farming this ground since 1920 when his grandfather moved here after WWI. It was poignant. Walking through the dormant orchard I could sense the trees gathering strength for the coming season and I could hear the echo of harvests past. I was proud of our pears. Sustainably grown food for Value Study 23; "My Neighborhood-Winter Pears"people.

Value Study 23; "My Neighborhood-Winter Pears" By Jennifer Thompson Watercolor On Paper

Day 22 - "Garlic Day" By Verna Pooler

Day 22 of the 30 paintings in 30 days challenge by Leslie Saeta. Here is Verna Pooler's watercolor "Garlic Day". It is 10"x12" and for sale at $75.00.  If you are interested in purchasing her artwork,  please contact vmpooler@gmail.com.

"Garlic Day" By Verna Pooler  10"x12" Watercolor on Paper @ $75.00

Day 22 - "Blood Orange Martini for Van Gogh" By Eva Marie Tanner Klaas

Day 22 and today I thought I would use my palette knife to paint this piece.  I was out with my husband and wonderful artist friend, Audi Stanton, the other night at Superfly. They distill their own  vodka and my spouse wanted to sample one of their drinks. He chose  a blood orange vodka martini with salt. It was so pretty when it arrived he took several pictures of it.  So here is my painting for today. I am going to re-try this with brush. I need to compare the different orange colors to get it just right. What a fun piece to paint!

"Blood Orange Martini for Van Gogh"  By Eva Marie Tanner Klaas 8'X10" Oil On Linen Board

Day 22 - "Green or Red" By Kathy Huxley

Day 22 of  30 paintings in 30 days challenge offered by Leslie Saeta.  This is a still life painting by Kathy Huxley named  "Green or Red". Kathy's work is 6" x 6" and for sale for $95.00. If you are interested in buying this painting, please email brookingscoastalpleinair@gmail.com.

"Green Or Red" By Kathy Huxley 6'X6"  Oil On Panel @ $95.00

Day 22 - " Old Road" By Audi Stanton

Day 22 of the 30 paintings in 30 days challenge with Leslie Saeta.  This is Audi Stanton's oil with palette knife painting named  "Old Road".  It is 11"X14" on canvas board and is for sale for $125.  If you are interested in buying this wonderful artwork,  please contact Audi at Stanaudi@aol.com. 

"Old Road"  By Audi Stanton 11"X14" Oil With Palette Knife On Canvas Board @ $125.00

Day 22 - "My Neighborhood - Harrison Place" By Jennifer Thompson

Day 22 of the 30 paintings in 30 days challenge by Leslie Saeta.Value Study XXII; "My Neighborhood - Harrison Place". The cold and relentless ice fog makes it hard to get inspired by anything local. On the other hand, that goofy color I am using is actually pretty close to what is out my window. Thought I would up the challenge and force myself to paint local even in ugly January.
We are in the home stretch now!

Value Study XXII; "My Neighborhood - Harrison Place" By Jennifer Thompson Watercolor On Paper

Day 21 - "Peppers On Blue Plate" By Verna Pooler

Day 21 of the 30 paintings in 30 days challenge by Leslie Saeta. Here is Verna Pooler's watercolor "Peppers on Blue Plate". It is 12"x10" and for sale at $75.00.  If you are interested in purchasing her artwork,  please contact vmpooler@gmail.com.

"Peppers on Blue Plate" By Verna Pooler 12"x10" Watercolor on Paper @ $75.00

Day 21 - "Tangy Dessert" By Kathy Huxley

Day 21 of  30 paintings in 30 days challenge offered by Leslie Saeta.  This is a still life painting by Kathy Huxley named  "Tangy Dessert". Kathy's work is 6" x 6" and for sale for $95.00. If you are interested in buying this painting, please email brookingscoastalpleinair@gmail.com.

"Tangy Dessert" By Kathy Huxley 6"x6" Oil On Panel @ $95.00

Day 21 - Value Study XXI; Solitude By Jennifer Thompson

Day 21 of the 30 paintings in 30 days challenge with Leslie Saeta.   Value Study XXI; Solitude.
I have been working ahead so figured I might as well send this early. Wesley was sick through the night with fever and coughing. We have an appointment at the clinic shortly and the day might get away from me, plus I feel all discombobulated from being up quite a bit of the night. Still need to paint two today though, to get 7 ahead. Wish me luck!

"Value Study XXI; Solitude" By Jennifer Thompson Watercolor On Paper

Day 21 - "View From Arch Rock" By Eva Marie Tanner Klaas

Now I am not making excuses but... I had the whole day planned to plein air paint. Instead, my time was cut short to fix my car windshield.    I  had just enough time to work on the values and a bit of color.  I was still happy with the piece. This is a view from Arch Rock in Oregon.

"A View From Arch Rock" By Eva Marie Tanner Klaas Oil on Gallery Wrap  Linen Canvas $95.00

Day 21 - "Destination" By Audi Stanton

Day 21 of the 30 paintings in 30 days challenge with Leslie Saeta.  This is Audi Stanton's oil with palette knife painting named  "Destination".  It is 12"x16" on wood panel and is for sale for $225.  If you are interested in buying this wonderful artwork,  please contact Audi at Stanaudi@aol.com.

"Destination" By Audi Stanton 12"X16" Oil With Palette Knife On Wood Panel @ $225.00