Value Study II "Heavy Burden" By Jennifer Thompson

Day 2 of the 30 in 30 Paint Challenge offered by Leslie Saeta.
Value Study II; Heavy Burden (On hearing the news of daughter's imminent deployment to Afghanistan).

"Heavy Burden" by Jennifer Thompson - Mixed Media on Paper

Day 2 of 30 Day Challenge - "Bridge to Gold Beach" 10x10 Oil on Canvas

Day 2 of 30 day paint challenge .  This is painting of Gold Beach , OR .  It is a wonderful place to visit and plein air paint.  Note: it can get a little windy so prepare for it.  For me, this was another opportunity to paint distance and their wonderful landmark bridge.  I started this piece with dark under paintings. I kept pushing back the mountains with blue and more white to show they were in the distance and comparing it to the sky and the water. I added naples yellow light and a little white to my original meadow color as I painted the background meadow. I cooled down the green grasses in the meadow with more white and blue.   I made sure I  added dark accents in the foreground.  I enjoyed the process.

"Bridge to Gold Beach"  By Eva Marie Tanner Klaas 10x10 Oil on Canvas $100.00

"The Trio" By Kathy Huxley

Day 2 of the 30 in 30 Paint Challenge offered by Leslie Saeta.  This is a beautiful oil painting by Kathy Huxley.  She named it "The Trio". It is 12X12 and is for sale for $195. 

"The Trio" By Kathy Huxley 12X12 Oil on Canvas $195.00

 If you are interested in buying this painting, please email brookingscoastalpleinair@gmail.com.

"The Cup" by Kathy Huxley

Day 1 of the 30 in 30 Paint Challenge offered by Leslie Saeta.  This is a beautiful oil painting by Kathy Huxley.  She named it "The Cup". It is 9x12 and not for sale.

"The Cup" by Kathy Huxley  9x12 Oil - NFS

"Whaleshead 3" By Verna Pooler

Day 2 of the 30 in 30 Paint Challenge offered by Leslie Saeta.  This is a wonderful watercolor by Verna Pooler she named "Whaleshead 3".   Whaleshead is located between Brookings and Gold Beach, OR.  This work of art  is 11x15 and she is asking $75. If you are interested in purchasing it, please contact vmpooler@gmail.com. 

"Whaleshead 3" By Verna Pooler- 11x15 Watercolor $75.00

Day 1 of 30 Day Challenge - "Beyond Arch Rock" 10x10 Oil on Canvas

This is a particularly pretty scene near Arch Rock between Brookings and Gold Beach, Oregon. The area has a well maintained hiking trail and if you are lucky, you can spot porpoise swimming in the water below.  When the wind blows, the trees don't whisper, they shout. This is one of my favorite spots on the Northwestern Oregon coast.

"Beyond Arch Rock" 10x10 Oil on Canvas -$100.00

If you are interested in purchasing "Beyond Arch Rock", please email me at emklaas@gmail.com. I accept PayPal. The shipping is free and I only ship to the U.S.

Value Study By Jennifer Thompson

Day 1 of the 30 in 30 Paint Challenge offered by Leslie Saeta
Here is a dedicated painter Jennifer  Thompson who wrote the following.  Lingering flu made it tempting to skip today but I am glad I didn't. I am still playing with value studies and this one that I did today reminds me of warmer days of fellowship and fun in Brookings!
Jen

Value Study By Jennifer Thompson - Watercolor

"Yellow Orchid" By Verna Pooler

Day 1 of the 30 in 30 Paint Challenge offered by Leslie Saeta.  This is a beautiful watercolor by Verna Pooler. It is 10x12 and she is asking $50. If you are interested in purchasing it, please contact vmpooler@gmail.com. 

"Yellow Orchid"  By Verna Pooler 10x12 Watercolor $50.00

Leslie Saeta: 30 Paintings in 30 Day Challenge

The Brookings Coastal Plein Air Painters have signed up to be part of  Leslie Saeta's 30 paintings in 30 days challenge starting today. Check out the ongoing results here. Our link on her blog as number 178.  Let the challenge begin!

Happy New Year

Oil Painting By Audi Stanton

Happy New Year from the Brookings Coastal Plein Air Artists.

"Fruitful" By Kathy Huxley

"Fruitful" 9x12 Oil By Kathy Huxley

Here is a wonderfully painting piece by Kathy Huxley she called "Fruitful".  Notice the symbolic lamb.

Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from the Brookings Coastal Plein Air Artists.

Oil Study By Eva Marie Tanner Klaas

Plein Air Watercolor by Verna Pooler

This is a watercolor Verna Pooler painted during a plein air outing.  We were at the Winchuck Garden and Nursery where Verna created this artwork in one afternoon.  There a was a green chair in front of the towering purple verbena and blooming potted flowers.  It was an inviting scene that beckoned you to sit.  Verna captured this perfectly in her watercolor.

Watercolor by Verna Pooler

"Peaceable" By Kathy Huxley

This a lovely art piece by Kathy Huxley called "Peaceable". Notice the lion and the lamb with the red rose.  Her subject, color and composition is wonderful as always.

"Peaceable" 9x12 Oil on Canvas

"Sunlit" By Audi Stanton

"Sunlit" by Audi Stanton is an 11x14 acrylic painting.  Her interpretation of the sunlight on the rocks is stunning. I think you will agree.

"Sunlit" By Audi Stanton

"Summer Sun" By Verna Pooler

This is a watercolor by Verna Pooler called "Summer Sun".  The way the sunflowers, vase and chicken salt and pepper shakers are painted  gives this work warmth and movement.  The placement and bright color  of the sunflowers lets you know the sun is shining on them.   Look at the movement in their petals and leaves.  Look at  weight of the flower's head bending  the thick stem in the back right.  We can almost imagine  a gentle summer breeze moving them. The sun shines through the ruby red vase and dances across the table cloth. The chickens are placed in such a way where one could image them walking across the tabletop as they enjoy the warm sun's rays. Lovely piece.
Verna's work is available at the Manely Art Center in Brookings, OR and Winchuck Gardens and Nursery in Harbor, OR.
For more information on this watercolor or other paintings, please contact brookingscoastalpleinair@gmail.com.

"Occupied" By Kathy Huxley

"Occupied" is a wonderful example of  Kathy Huxley's sense of humor.  She currently has pieces for sale at Manley Art Center in Brookings, OR and Winchuck Garden and Nursery in Habor, OR. 

"Occupied" 12x12 Oil on Canvas

"Harris Beach II" By Eva Marie Tanner Klaas

I worked on a second Harris Beach painting and found I was too concerned about making mistakes. After watching  the "Perfect Storm" and having a good night's rest, I was able to complete the painting.
 

"Harris Beach II" 8x10 Oil On Canvas Board

"Harris Creek" By Audi Stanton

Here a beautiful landscape by Audi Stanton. This is Harris Creek north of Brookings, Oregon.  She created this incredible art piece with palette knife and oil on canvas. Look at the movement in the grasses  and trees.  The water is moving quickly to the ocean.  It makes you wonder.   Is all this movement due to a passing storm or perhaps there is another one coming.   What does the sky tell us? Again, Audi has captured more than just a painting in her work, "Harris Creek".      This an exceptional piece for any art collector.

"Harris Creek" By Audi Stanton 11x14 Oil On Canvas

"Whaleshead II" by Verna Pooler

Here another watercolor of  Whaleshead Beach north of Brookings, Oregon by Verna Pooler.  It is a brighter, sunnier version.  If  you have ever visited the Oregon coast, the weather changes quickly.  It can go from stormy to sunny in just a few minutes.  Verna captured both in her beautiful watercolors, "Whaleshead I" and "Whaleshead II".
Currently, her watercolor, "Whaleshead I", is for sale at the Manely Art Center. They are open Tuesday through Sunday. 

"Whaleshead II" by Verna Pooler Watercolor on Paper

"There's Gonna Be A Wedding" By Kathy Huxley

"There's Gonna Be A Wedding" 12X12 Oil on Canvas

Kathy Huxley's whimsical paintings are a big draw to her work.   Here is a perfect example with the bride and guests enjoying the cake.

Audi Stanton's Beautiful Paths

Audi Stanton is a well know artist and instructor on the Oregon coast.   Here is one of her beautiful acrylic paintings. 
You may find Audi's original art at several locations including the Manley Art Center, Winchuck Gardens and Nursery, and Crescent Harbor Gallery.

Reminder - Christmas Bazaar and Open House.

If you are wondering what to do this weekend, here is a wonderful event to attend.  Audi Stanton's artwork will be available. Look around to see  Kathy Huxley's or Verna Pooler's work  hanging in  the gallery.   Eva Tanner-Klaas' original oils are in the bins in the front. Don't miss out. 

Harris Beach, Brookings, OR By Eva Mare Tanner-Klaas

I worked on a boat painting yesterday and I am still not happy with it. So, last night I  worked on a beach composition and blocked it in. This morning I finished it.

"Harris Beach, Brookings, OR" 6x12 Canvas on Board

Here is my study of Harris Beach north of Brookings, Oregon. The large island off to the left is Bird Island and sometimes called Goat Rock.  This is a short walk from my studio. Beautiful place.

"Whaleshead I" By Verna Pooler

Verna Pooler is a photographer and watercolorists.  She can capture a beautiful photo and then take the time in her coastal studio to paint it. Here is a wonderful example of such work. This is Whaleshead Beach north of Brookings, Oregon.

"Whaleshead I" Watercolor by Verna Pooler

Kathy Huxley and The Tuesday Painters

Kathy Huxley is very active with the Manley Art Center's Tuesday Painters. The Tuesday Painters are a group of 2 dimensional artists who get together to paint either from photographs, still life or from their imagination. Kathy prefers to paint from life and she normally sets up a new still life every week.
Here is one of her current pieces with a bird and cupcakes. The title is perfect.  "Protected". 

"Protected" 12x12 oil on canvas

Audi Stanton Is Selling Her Popular Art At Manely Art Center's Christmas Bazaar

It is that time of the year where Manley Art Center has their annual Christmas Bazaar and Open House. This means Audi Stanton will have her handmade books, cards and other art for sale.  You will not be disappointed.
This event will be held at the Manley Art Center and Gallery, Saturday and Sunday, December 1st and 2nd from  10 AM-5PM in Brookings, Oregon. Mark your calendar.
One more thing you should know. There if a raffle for a "Basket of Cheer". Audi donated a gift certificate for private lessons. Don't miss out. Buy your raffle tickets while you are there. 

Happy Veterans' Day

Happy Veterans' Day to our beloved veterans.  Thank you for your service and may God bless you and your families.

Yosemite At Last

"Yosemite At Last " SOLD

Here is the latest painting I sold. It is one of my favorites because it was my first time to Yosemite. I am a California girl born and raised and yet had never visited Yosemite until last year.  It it inspired me to spend more time being a tourist in my own state.
Thank you for purchasing my art.

Autumn's River by Eva Marie Tanner Klaas

"Autumns' River" 12X16 Oil on Gallery Wrap Canvas

I don't like to waste my palette paint. If you are an oil painter, you know what I mean. I mix piles of color and may not use it all. I put this paint onto an unsuccessful painting and create a palette painting. Here is my palette painting I named "Autumn's River".  The paint is thick. I had my paint palette in the back of my car on a warm day. The paint started to dry so instead of discarding it, I created this piece. I love the thick texture.