Day 18 - 30 Paintings - 30 Days, September, 2015

Spirit of Autumn

I enjoyed the evolution of this painting.  From humble beginnings it slowly grew into a highly textured and colorful expression of what I envision the Spirit of Autumn may embody.

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Spirit of Autumn
8" X 10"
Mixed Media on panel

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Thank you!

Day 17 - 30 Paintings - 30 Days, September, 2015

Purple Print Four Ways

The mono-print below appears to be one of those that has can be viewed rather successfully from any side - vertical, horizontal, up or down.  

Which do you prefer? #1, #2, #3 or #4?

Let me know.

Also - did anyone notice any shells in the mono-print? (Refer back to Days 6 & 7 for the significance of the shell in my work.) 

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Print Vertical #1
8" X 10"
Acrylic Mono-Print on paper

Print Vertical #2
8" X 10"
Acrylic Mono-Print on paper

Print Horizontal #3
8" X 10"
Acrylic Mono-Print on paper

Print Horizontal #4
8" X 10"
Acrylic Mono-Print on paper

For pricing information please contact me at:  info@cagleyart.com

Thank you!

Day 16 - 30 Paintings - 30 Days, September, 2015

Out of the Blue

The 6" X 24" canvas shape was intriguing to work with.  I enjoyed making use of some interesting mixed media components. The piece demanded that I listen to how it wanted to evolve - so I did.  I'm guessing that your canvases talk to you as well, right?  :o)

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Out of the Blue
Mixed Media on Canvas
6" X 24"

Day 15 - 30 Paintings - 30 Days, September, 2015

Desert Dance

In my opinion, everything about this piece reflects my view of what it's like to live in the desert - from colors to shapes - but mostly the feel.  To me this piece calmly yells (yes, that can be done): heat, amazing sunsets, texture, rocks, turquoise, intensity, did I mention heat? In the midst of all of that, you either love it or not.  It really is about the Phoenix rising from the ashes.  If you want to experience personal transformation and growth - move to Phoenix. It's always in your face and not for the feint of heart...just saying...  :o)

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Desert Dance
8" X 8" panel
Mixed Media

Day 14 - 30 Paintings - 30 Days, September, 2015

Breakthrough

I had the distinct pleasure and privilege of taking two workshops with Carol Nelson in early August during Art Unraveled in Phoenix.  It was everything you want workshops to be - well organized, fun, instructive, well paced and full of ideas and new techniques.  They were both utterly delightful.  If you ever get a chance to take one of Carol's workshops/classes - do it!

Below is one of the mixed-media pieces that I began in class and finished later at home.  I loved working with the unusual 3" X 12" panel shape, plus all the other fun elements.  I enjoyed working on this piece very much.

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Breakthrough
Acrylic Mixed Media on panel
3" X 12"

I know many people are already familiar with Carol's beautiful work - but if not visit her website:   http://carolnelsonfineart.com/  

Enjoy!

Day 13 - 30 Paintings - 30 Days, September, 2015

Oceans of Gold

In keeping with my apparent theme of water paintings with shiny things in them - here's another.  I like the theme.  This painting was loosely inspired by the recent headlines of an Orlando family discovering some fifty, 300 year old gold coins in only fifteen feet of water off the Florida coast. However, my favorite part of this story is the fact that the family named its  treasure hunting vessel "AARRR BOOTY".

I'm now thinking that the proper name for this highly textured, gold, bronze and blue painting should be:  Oceans of Gold: Aaarr Booty. 

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Acrylic Mixed-Media on Canvas
12" X 12"

For pricing information please contact me at:  info@cagleyart.com

Thank you!

Day 12 - 30 Paintings - 30 Days, September, 2015

Underwater Outcrop

The underwater theme continues today with what may be a whimsical underwater outcrop along the ocean floor?  Or a frolicking sea tortoise?  Or Sedona Red Rocks underwater?  

Enjoy the refreshing water and whatever it is that you may see...

Keep your swimsuit out - more water tomorrow!

Acrylic Mixed Media5" X 7" Ampersand Panel