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| Purchase here I was also inspired by artist Lynn Boggess, an artist, whose work I admire. Lynn works on huge canvases, which he carries into the mountains, and paints plein aire. He paints with paint trowels instead of a brush and brings incredible texture to his works. I worked on a small canvas, with a palette knife. Thanks for reading my blog today. 
Carol Schiff
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Wednesday, June 28, 2017
Coral Reef Painting, Textured Palette Knife Painting, Small Oil Painting, Daily Painting, 8x8x1.5" Oil
This is another in my "Coral Reef" series, that were inspired by a trip to Key Largo.
Sunday, June 25, 2017
Tropical Sunset Painting, Small Oil Painting, Daily Painting, 8x10" Oil on Panel, SOLD
Inspired by a sunset at Mile 0, Key West.
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| SOLD It is hard, not to be impressed, by a beautiful sunset over water! Technically, this is a Florida sunset, but I thought it had an island vibe, so I named it "Aloha". Thanks for viewing!
Carol Schiff
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Wednesday, June 21, 2017
Beach Sunset, Small Oil Painting, Daily Painting, 6x8" Original Oil Painting
One of my favorite places to be, when the sun goes down, is on the beach. Of course, on the east coast of Florida, there is no show, but a short 3 hours away, on the west coast......waaaazaa!!
It is such a stunning sight and there is always a crowd of people, gathered to say good bye to the day.
This little painting brings back those spiritual moments, as I remember the peace and quiet that we all felt as the sun fell behind the sea. If only we could capture that feeling and keep it with us always.
Have a peaceful and lovely day....and thanks for visiting today.
Carol Schiff
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It is such a stunning sight and there is always a crowd of people, gathered to say good bye to the day.
This little painting brings back those spiritual moments, as I remember the peace and quiet that we all felt as the sun fell behind the sea. If only we could capture that feeling and keep it with us always.
Have a peaceful and lovely day....and thanks for visiting today.
Sunday, June 18, 2017
Abstract Landscape Painting, Textured Painting, Daily Painting, Small Oil Painting, 10x10x3" Oil SOLD
I found some square 3 inch deep canvases in my studio, and decided to play around with one.
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I tried several approaches, but nothing was working for me. So, I just started playing with paint and my palette knife. I was envisioning a sunset over the landscape, choosing colors that "felt" right for me.
You can see how deep the canvas is in this pic. I actually love these big clunky canvases on shelves rather than walls, and I like the feel of the rough clunky paint.
All in all, it was a fun painting day.
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Wednesday, June 14, 2017
Hometown Train Station, Landscape Oil Painting, Daily Painting, Small Oil Painting, 11x14 Landscape
I have felt the need to paint buildings, or other landmarks that man has left on our planet.....maybe even "man" himself. Most of my paintings, landscapes, seascapes, floral, are organic shapes and I wanted to try some straight lines!
I found this image of the old train station in my hometown of Wauseon, Ohio. It looks exactly as I remembered it.
Naturally, I tightened up.....really tightened up! This is not what I wanted! I want a loose building, one that looks comfortable on the canvas. Now I am beginning to remember why I don't paint buildings.
I am hoping this is just a matter of practice, practice, practice. My plan is to try again and again.
Thanks for viewing my blog today.
Carol Schiff
www.CarolSchiffStudio.etsy.com
www.CarolSchiffStudio.blogger.com
I found this image of the old train station in my hometown of Wauseon, Ohio. It looks exactly as I remembered it.
Naturally, I tightened up.....really tightened up! This is not what I wanted! I want a loose building, one that looks comfortable on the canvas. Now I am beginning to remember why I don't paint buildings.
I am hoping this is just a matter of practice, practice, practice. My plan is to try again and again.
Thanks for viewing my blog today.
Carol Schiff
www.CarolSchiffStudio.etsy.com
www.CarolSchiffStudio.blogger.com
Sunday, June 11, 2017
New England Marsh Painting, Daily Painting, Small Oil Painting, 6x8" Oil SOLD
It has been some time since I have painted a marsh Today seemed like a good day to give it a try.
Thank you to my friend, Donna Vines, for her reference photo of this beautiful New England marsh.
It feels good to paint a landscape again.....hope you like it!
Carol Schiff
www.CarolSchiffStudio.etsy.com
www.CarolSchiffStudio.blogspot.com
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Thank you to my friend, Donna Vines, for her reference photo of this beautiful New England marsh.
It feels good to paint a landscape again.....hope you like it!
Carol Schiff
www.CarolSchiffStudio.etsy.com
www.CarolSchiffStudio.blogspot.com
Wednesday, June 7, 2017
Mountain Landscape Painting, Misty Mountain Morning, Daily Painting, Small Oil Painting, 6x12" Oil Landscape
Mornings in Carolina are so special.
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| purchase here One of my favorite ways to start the day, is sipping my coffee on the deck, while the morning mist burns off. It is so peaceful....as if I am alone in the world. Sounds are muted and I feel protected. The Cherokee named it Nantahala, which means "land of the mid day sun". Enjoy your day! Carol Schiff www.CarolSchiffStudio.blogger.com |
Sunday, June 4, 2017
Art and Fashion
Several months ago, I was contacted by an Israeli fashion designer, Assaf Pelleg. He was designing his 2017 Spring/Summer Line, and wanted to use one of my paintings in his work. I agreed to work with him, and we found two of my artworks that were of interest to him.
For several months, I heard nothing! Then, suddenly, an email with the completed designs.
For several months, I heard nothing! Then, suddenly, an email with the completed designs.
I am thrilled with the results!
This is the fun part of what I do. I sometimes struggle for days, over a specific artwork. Just this week, I have worked on a piece for 3 days, and scrapped it this morning! Then there are the boring hours, after hours, of internet work. Taking photos, editing them, posting them. Sometimes it seems the reward, is not enough to justify the effort.
But then, one day, a painting effortlessly falls off my brush, or a student sends me his power point presentation about how he was influenced by my art, or someone on the other side of the world, likes my work enough to place it in his collection.
That is the payoff!
Thanks for reading my blog today!
Carol Schiff
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