Salon Showcase 2015-W10

Back to back posts! Haven't seen that in a while. In fact technically this is the second post in one week. Still, all things considered we won't boast on that. A hint of spring put everyone in a good mood, and here's some proof... enjoy!



by Eileen:

Blasket Island

by Glen:

Happy St. Paddy's Day

Two by Steve:

Dock

You Are Nameless / You Are Formless / You Are Banished

by David (check out the Painterly Thoughts blog as well):

Study in progress

The Salon Returns

Yes, we are alive and painting. After many months on hiatus, the Salon deWinchester blog returns with a promise to post more regularly and today presenting works from late February. Enjoy!


by Eileen Smith:

Dingle

by Glen Gilchrist:

Pajama Game

by Steve Frazier:

Belated Day of the Dead

Surprise Salon Showcase 2014-W26

A mini-gathering of the Salon took place on short notice today back in the old haunt on Winchester, where we enjoyed painting en plein air out in the back yard.  So you should notice an underlying theme to the works.  Hope your summer is off to a good foot, and stay cool...  but only just enough to be refreshed!


by Eileen:

Shady Corner

by Glen:

Old Bench

by David:

Vignettes from My Garden

Salon Showcase 2014-W20

It seemed like winter had returned yesterday, but we were excited nonetheless to gather for our final Salon until after Labor Day.  We had lots of news and events to catch up on and then turned our attention onto possible dates and venues for some summer outings.  So, you may see a posting or three arise over the course of the summer (or not).  In amongst all that, we did make some art and here it is.  Enjoy, and have a fantastic summer.  And don't forget to come back in the fall... we plan to!

by Eileen:

Chica

by Marge:

Plane Ol' Bill

by Jacqueline:

Same Bridge, Different Time

by Glen:

Left Unspoken

by David:

Old Red

Salon Showcase 2014-W15

Jacqueline and Steve's much beloved painting table went home with its new family during the week, so Eileen kindly sat with her at the new high table and they created these fantastic small works.  And Jacqueline later saw how photographing iridescent art is a tricky business!  We are off for Easter weekend but should be back with new work the last weekend in April, although the posting will be late.  Hope you find lots of chocolate a week from tomorrow!


by Eileen:

L.A.

by Jacqueline:

Eileen's Placemat

by Glen:

Would Ya Like Some Easter Punch?

by David:

Koch's Banshee

Salon Showcase 2014-W14

Salon was extra cheery today with the sunshine and the hints that winter is on its last legs.  About time!  That cheer reflected into today's works.  We are aiming for back-to-back Salons so enjoy the art and come back next week for more.

by Eileen:

Sunrise, Lake Michigan

by Jacqueline:

Thanks for the Memories

by Glen:

Noah's Right-hand Man, Glen

by David:

Mad  for Plaid III

Salon Showcase 2014-W07

Back-to-back Salons, can you believe it?!  The temperatures are hovering at the freezing point, it feels like summer and everyone was chipper today.  We're aiming for a Salon trifecta so check back again next week, there should be more new Salon art.  Meanwhile, our works from today... enjoy!


By Eileen:

Shapes of Things To Come

by Jacqueline:

Saturday Art Companions

by Glen:

Surely Shirley

by David:

At the time, Mrs. Black

Salon Showcase 2014-W06

Wow, it's been a spell but we finally got together this morning for our first group artmaking gathering of the year.  Despite the burdens of winter, we managed some cheery paintings while Eileen deployed her new drawing gear.  We're aiming to go back-to-back and paint again next weekend so come on back yourselves!


by Eileen:

Starting All Over Again

by Jacqueline:

Tully Park Peacocks

by Molly:

Starting Off Slow

by David:

Je Vois la Vie en Rose

Best of Salon, 2013

In a departure from prior years, for this "Best Of" blog posting each Salon Member-Artist has chosen their own work and provided some commentary about their choice.  Please also check out the Best Of post at the Painterly Thoughts blog.  But first, reappreciate these works here — and Happy New Year!


by Eileen:

It is such a struggle to draw, and I do plan on continuing my quest...  but, I love using color and painting!

Got a Line on You

by Marge:

A few years ago, I photographed this participant at a Native American pow-wow.  In translating the photo into this watercolor, I was interested in the energy, color, music, and beauty of Native American culture.

Pow Wow

by Jacqueline:

During one of those days when I grappled with "what to paint?", Eileen convinced me to tackle this subject because she felt I could do it justice.  The subject matter — food — is near and dear to my heart, and I believe the painting achieved a level of realism that reflects both my love for the subject matter and the joy I felt painting it.
 

Cranberry Custard Pie

Walker

by Molly:

2013 was a big year.  Not only did I get married, but my husband started up his own fly fishing guide business, Big River.  As if all that weren't enough, my best friend had a baby — Walker, my god son and little buddy!  I chose these two paintings because they make me happy and both represent new beginnings!

Big River

by Glen:

I think this looks pretty good, considering I did it by looking in a mirror.  I am regrowing the beard now — so it's deja vu all over again.

Grizzly Gilchrist

by Steve:

I chose this piece because of the color selection and the content.  I enjoy the rich colors I used — which are not typical of my paintings.  The painting serves as a reminder to reach out and not always stay with your familiar routine...  if there is an open door, walk through.  If the door is closed, open it.

Door Ways

by David:

I saw this image as the lead-in to a TV magazine crime story set on a cold wintry New England night; immediately, my mind flashed onto Robert Frost's iconic poem  Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening.  After the storm ended and the sky cleared, those woods must have looked just so.  When I look at it, this painting focuses my hopes that I may be blessed with many more miles to go before I sleep.

Lovely, Dark and Deep

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Despite waking up to a very thick blanket of snow, we had our last Salon of 2013 today and of course with a holiday theme.  In two weeks we'll have a special blog posting for the Best of 2013 and meanwhile please enjoy our works from today.


by Eileen:

Christmas Village

by Jacqueline:

Eileen's Christmas Village

by Glen:

Merry Gilchristmas

by David:

detail from work in progress

Salon Showcase 2013-W49

Perhaps excluding Jacqueline, the rest of us had trouble getting our act together this morning.  No doubt the shockingly frigid temperatures dulled everyone's senses a little.  Despite the late start, we did get a bit done and everyone is definitely looking forward to our themed session next week.  Meanwhile, hope you all are having a good start to your holiday season!


by Eileen:

underdrawing

by Jacqueline:

I'm a Globe!

by David:

color study

Salon Showcase 2013-W45

At Salon, we were like that imaginary book club where one person read the book, one person read half and then skimmed to the end.  And no one else read more than a third.  The boys didn't produce much to speak of.  As usual, it fell to the womenfolk to get things done and we can offer two works for you to enjoy.
(Blogmaster adds: still no idea what I'm gonna put up on Painterly Thoughts, don't check there until after dark.)

Salon'll be off until the Saturday after Thanksgiving, so we'll wish you have the best turkey ever to eat as you reflect on all you're thankful for.  Peace!


by Eileen:

quick drawing study

by Jacqueline:

Gingerbread House

Salon Showcase 2013-W45

Hard to believe that in just 3 weeks it will be the day after "Black Friday" and in 7 weeks we'll be trapped in that lost weekend between New Years Day and Christmas.  Tick tick tick... after today there are only 45 shopping days left!

Hundreds of mostly annoying commercials will air during this magical time; we can only wonder which will be the worst and what other(s) might entertain and delight us.  For now, you'll have to be content with these artful delights (and today's new Painterly Thoughts blog posting).  Enjoy!


by Eileen:

Pizza

by Marge:

Angel

by Jacqueline:

Cranberry Custard Pie

by Molly:

Little Red Love Boat, How Are Ya?

by Glen:

Jeff

by David:

sketchbook page