Daily Abstract Painting, "Fire and Ice" 8x9"

This little piece is a mixed media abstract painted on a wood panel.

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It started out with molding paste, and acrylics.  Soon I switched to oils and a palette knife.

As you can see here, I included a bit of screening.  There is also some silver foil, which is not very visible in these images, but gives off a nice reflection in the evening.

There is also plenty of texture!

Daily Wildlife Painting, Oil, Birds, "The Gangs All Here" 4x12 SOLD

I think pelicans must be very social critters.

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I cannot help but wonder what these are thinking.........safety in numbers?  Fishing strategies?  Chase away the herons?  Gossip???

I kind of like this idea....big fish, little pelicans.

I spent the weekend at the beach in Sanibel and had the opportunity to observe plenty of pelicans.  Did you know, the brown pelican is the only one that hunts while flying and then dive bombs into the water to catch it's prey.

That's it for Pelican Week at Carol Schiff Studio.

Daily Painting, Original Oil, Birds, "The Loner"

A wonderful bird is the pelican.........

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His bill will hold more than his belly can.

He can take in his beak
Enough food for a week.........

But I'm damned if I see how the hell he can!
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That is a little poem from my childhood days.  I lived in Ohio, my grandparents in Florida.  My grandmother had a postcard of a pelican that included that poem.  Florida seemed like a magical place to me then, and the poem stayed with me through the years.

Join me tomorrow for more of Pelican Week!

Daily Abstract Mixed Media Painting, " No. 205" , 12x12

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When I post a painting, I feel I need to say something about it.  Today, my mind is blank.

I know I had fun with it.  I think it is interesting and has action.

And, I like the soft feeling it evokes.  That's all I have today.

Thanks for viewing my work.

Pelican Daily Painting, 5x7, "Sitting on the Dock of the Bay" SOLD

Well, technically, he was sitting on the dock of the harbor, but you get the idea...he was looking for lunch!

I met this guy while eating lunch at an out door cafe in Vero Beach.

Unlike the noisy and aggressive gulls, he was not interested in my lunch, but looking out for himself.

I hope you get a chance to "hang out" today too!  I hope you enjoy my daily paintings.

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OIL, STILL LIFE, 8X10, 'THISTLE LOVE', Daily Painting

The poor, lonely thistle
So often overlooked
Worse yet, despised!
A weed...nonsense!


One person's weed is another's glorious bloom.  And for me this is a glorious bloom!

Picked from the fields of North Carolina.

Pretty as a rose!


Have a glorious day and look for roses everywhere.


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MORE MINI PAINTINGS, 3X5" SOLD

I found a pile of mini 3x5" canvases in my studio and had lots of fun painting them.  Sometimes I need a little change when I walk into the studio.

I somehow found it less stressful to paint these.  I am also working on some larger pieces and for me, it works well to do a few small ones before I jump into the larger project.

I  think most people could fine many unusual places to display these little pieces and they make a great unique gift.  Who said you cannot afford ORIGINAL ART!

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GOOD MORNING, CAROLINA, 6X8, OIL

In Florida, when the sun comes up, daylight is everywhere. In the mountains of North Carolina, the rising sun bathes the sky with light and color while darkness cloaks the valley.

 Here early risers find their way in the darkness as the sun starts to climb the mountains. In a few minutes all will be light, but for now, the night holds on.

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FRUIT SALAD, 8X10

Fruit Salad, Yummy, yummy
Fruit Salad, Yummy, yummy
Fruit Salad, Yummy, yummy

Yummy, yummy
Yummy, yummy

Fruit Salad!

The Wiggles!


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POPPY FIELD, 8X8, MIXED MEDIA SOLD

I really like to go a little abstract, some days more than others.  I'm not sure that it is a good practice for an artist to vary subject matter and styles of work so drastically.  What do you think?  Should I bang away day after day, trying my best to improve my skills and develop a recognizable style...or is it okay to take a day off now and then to play?  Somehow, if I stay too focused, I think I get a little too serious about this..forgetting that I am retired and this is my "hobby".

Hmmmm, I think everyone needs a day off!  If it effects my more serious painting, so be it!

ORANGE HALF, 7X5, OIL, SOLD

Did you think I have given up on my series of fruits and vegetables cut in half?  No way!  I still have  more I want to do.  There is something about this series that is very compelling to me.  So, same old windowsill, same old backlighting, different fruit!

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THE TEAPOT, 5X7, OIL, SOLD

My friend, Donna, has the most wonderful collection of teapots. One day I asked her if I could paint some of them. Of course she agreed and we spent several hours photographing. This one looks like it should belong to Minnie Mouse with all the bright colors.

TANGERINE, 5X7, OIL,SOLD

You can tell what time of year it is without looking outside, just by the still life paintings on the blogs. Everyone is doing oranges, so I found these juicy tangerines at the grocery and brought a few home to paint and enjoy! I do have to say that blue/orange is one of my favorite combinations. Anyway, my tangerine curse is still with me. I have never painted a tangerine or orange that I am satisfied with. I feel this is an improvement, at least, as I didn't wipe it.

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POPPIES, 5X7, ORIGINAL OIL, SOLD

Can you think of anything better that a field of poppies? They are one of my favorite flowers. One of my favorite things about North Carolina are the wildflower fields you find planted next to the roads there. These are from the Bryson City area, off the Smokey Mountain Expressway.

Breathtaking! Just had to give it a try.

If you are wondering why two photos. The first one had too much glare and really bothered me, so I tried to post another. Now it seems there is no way to get rid of the glaring photo!

Also, is anyone having trouble with the "following" feature? I have over 100 blogs that I "follow" but it seems I only get updates on about 20. This morning I spent several hours going through my list and checking out blogs that I have not heard from in some time. It kind of defeats the purpose of "following" when you don't get updates!