Artists Of Texas Contemporary Paintings and Art

Lily Like by Sheri Jones 20x24 oil on Canvas I love painting these water lilies and wanted to do a larger one. I have done a number of small studies and was up to the challenge of producing a larger version. I love how this one turned out. This was created with a palette knife and lots of colorful paint. It is available through Dutch Art Gallery in Dallas. I will be participating in the "Paint the Town" paint out in Marble Falls, Texas. Saturday, April 15, 16, 17, 2011 The reception is on Saturday, April 16 from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm, we will have our Patron Preview Party for artists, sponsors and patrons beginning at Riverbend Fine Art, 710 1st St, and continuing to the Paint the Town exhibit space at 205 Main St for the presentation of awards. Complimentary appetizers and beverages will be served. Patrons must have a ticket to attend. Sheri@sheriart.net Sheriart.net sheriart.blogspot.com

Whiskey Flat Wildflowers by Sheri Jones 20x24 oil on canvas I painted this today at Dutch Art Gallery in Dallas. Thanks to all that stopped by. It was a fun day in a beautiful gallery with a top selection of art. She has 12 new larger paintings of mine, including this one. I painted this with a palette knife and lots of colorful paint. The study I used for this was painted in the Whiskey Flat's area outside Ft. Worth. It was early morning and a cloudy day. This painting is available through Dutch Art Gallery .

Blue by Design by Sheri Jones 6x8 oil on Raymar canvas panel This was painted on location on Country Road 1004, just outside of Glen Rose, Texas. We were in search of bluebonnets on some of the back roads and our friend steered us to this spot. There are so many country roads to explore in this area. This one had great views all around us and a place I would love to return to soon. This was painted with a palette knife. It is available for purchase. $100.00 Sheri@sheriart.net sheriart.net sheriart.blogspot.com

Texas Landscape by Sheri Jones 30 x 15 oil on canvas This was inspired from a trip to the Texas Hill Country. I painted a smaller study recently and liked it well enough to try it in a larger format. This was painted with a palette knife and lots of colorful paint. This painting is available for purchase. $300.00 Sheri@sheriart.net sheriart.net sheriart.blogspot.com

Flat Rock Creek Sunrise by Sheri Jones 30x24 oil on canvas I created this from a couple of field studies. They were of the same location, but at different times of the day. I love the warm color the rising sun creates. This was on a beautiful fall morning. This was created with a palette knife and lots of colorful paint. This painting is available for sale. $550.00 Sheri@sheriart.net sheriart.net sheriart.blogspot.com

Poppy Passion II by Sheri Jones 16x20 oil on canvas I created this during my reception at Southwestern Adventist University, Thursday night. My friend Doug Clark was showing his bronze sculptures along side my paintings. He did a sculpture demo during the reception. This brought a new twist to their show. I think it was exciting for the patrons to see the process. The Gallery is open: March 27 - 30, 2011 1 pm- 8 pm. Meadows Gallery, 101 W. Magnolia, Keene, Texas 76059. This painting is available for purchase. $250.00 Sheri@sheriart.net sheriart.net sheriart.blogspot.com

Red Iris Garden by Sheri Jones 18x24 Oil on canvas The flowers are blooming and Spring is upon us in Texas. The was inspired from a photo I took at the Ft. Worth Botanical Gardens last year. I painted a small 8x10 study and liked it well enough to enlarge it. I like this one as well and hope you do to. This painting is available for purchase. $450.00 Sheri@sheriart.net shertart.net sheriart.blogspot.com

Springtime Stroll by Sheri Jones 12 x 9 oil on canvas This painting was inspired by a small study I created in the Ft. Worth Botanical Garden. I took a photo of the scene for use in the studio later. The two young ladys were strolling through about that time. The weather here has been nice and warm with temperatures in the 80's. That is going to make the flowers pop. This painting is available for purchase. $125.00 Sheri@sheriart.net sheriart.net sheriart.blogspot.com *** Upcoming Art Show Southwestern Adventist University is pleased to invite you to: Western Landscapes and Wildlife: Color, Light, Shapes Artwork by Sheri Jones and Doug Clark Opening Reception and Artist Talk March 24, 6-8pm Gallery Open March 24-30, 2011, 1-8pm Meadows Gallery 101 W Magnolia Keene, TX 76059 

A Point on the Loop by Sheri Jones 16 x 20 oil on canvas This painting was inspired from a photo I took in the Willow City Loop area, outside Fredricksburg. It is so beautiful there in the spring time with the wildflowers blooming. This painting Sold through the Dutch Art Gallery in Dallas. I took her 18 new paintings recently, so stop by to check them out. 10233 E Northwest Hwy,# 420, Dallas, Texas 75338 Sheri@sheriart.net sheriart.net sheriart.blogspot.com Southwestern Adventist University is pleased to invite you to: Western Landscapes and Wildlife: Color, Light, Shapes Artwork by Sheri Jones and Doug Clark Opening Reception and Artist Talk March 24, 6-8pm Gallery Open March 24-30, 2011, 1-8pm Meadows Gallery 101 W Magnolia Keene, TX 76059

Iceland Poppies II by Sheri Jones 20 x 10 oil on canvas I created this as a commission for a customer that saw a small version in my show in at Tarleton's State University- Dora Lee Langdon Center in Granbury. It is always helpful to paint a study before painting on a large canvas and this one was seemed to paint itself. I painted this one with a palette knife and lots of thick paint. Sold Sheri@sheriart.net sheriart.net sheriart.blogspot.com

Grain Elevator by Sheri Jones 12 x 9 oil on Raymar canvas panel This was another study completed in the Jill Carver workshop this week. We painted behind the Boyce Feed and Grain Corporation in Waxahachie, Texas. This grain yard was full of activity and a great place for the value study Jill was teaching. I can't wait to get out and practice all she taught us. She packed a lot of information in the three day class. Sheri@sheriart.net sheriart.net sheriart.blogspot.com Southwestern Adventist University is pleased to invite you to: Western Landscapes and Wildlife: Color, Light, Shapes Artwork by Sheri Jones and Doug Clark Opening Reception and Artist Talk March 24, 6-8pm Gallery Open March 24-30, 2011, 1-8pm  Meadows Gallery 101 W Magnolia Keene, TX 76059 Alfredo Vergel Associate Librarian Public Services & Special Collections Southwestern Adventist University 101 W. Magnolia St. Keene, TX 76059 817.202.6521

BlueBonnets and Cactus 16 x 8 oil on Raymar canvas panel I know the bluebonnets aren't blooming yet, but know they are coming. The weather has been beautiful recently and Spring is right around the corner. I am getting excited about participating in the Paint the Town Paint Out April 15 - 17th. The area has a wealth of inspiration for the plein air painter. The wildflowers should be in full bloom and beautiful. This painting is available for purchase. $150.00 Sheri@sheriart.net sheriart.net sheriart.blogspot.com

Spring in Texas by Sheri Jones 16 x 20 oil on canvas This painting is the demonstration I did at the A.P. Gordon House on Saturday. I used a small field study as my source of inspiration. This was during my solo show through Tarleton State University's Dora Lee Langdon Center. It runs until March 16, 2011. Exhibit open-Weekdays 9 a - 6 p and Saturday 10 a- 3 p. It's located in a beautiful old house in the quaint town of Granbury. It has been a great place for a show. I had a good turnout and I appreciate everyone that stopped by. This painting is available for purchase. $250.00 Sheri@sheriart.net sheriart.net sheriart.blogspot.com

Boot Garden by Sheri Jones 16 x 20 oil on canvas This painting was inspired from a photo I took in a garden shop in Marbel Falls, Texas. I in town for "Paint the Town" plein air paint out and show. It rained off and on the whole weekend and we were taking a break and went shopping. This is a picture of ceramic boots from a garden center. I will participate again this year April 15th 16th and 17th. The painting is available for sale $350.00 Sheri @sheriart.net sheriart.net sheri.blogspot.com My show "Paintings of Light and Energy" will hang until March 16, 2011 in Granbury. I will be on site at the A.P. Gordon House in Granbury on Saturday, March 5, 2011 from 10 a - 2 p doing a painting Demonstration. Come by to see some of my techniques. I would love to see you there. There will be cookies! 308 East Pearl Street Granbury, Texas 817-279-1164 

Sunset over Comanche Peak by Sheri Jones 8 x 16 oil on canvas I painted this outside in Acton, Texas. My friend, Jill Randall and I went out on a late Sunday afternoon to paint a sunset. You have to work fast because the sunsets quickly. This was painted with a palette knife and all in one setting. This painting is available for purchase. $150.00 Sheri@sheriart.net sheriart.net sheriart.blogspot.com My show "Paintings of Light and Energy" will hang until March 16, 2011 in Granbury. I will be on site at the A.P. Gordon House in Granbury on Saturday, March 5, 2011 from 10 a - 2 p doing a painting Demonstration. I would love to see you there. 308 East Pearl Street Granbury, Texas 817-279-1164. 

Tulips by Sheri Jones 8 x 10 I attempted to create a painting similar to this a year ago. The painting didn't work out and should have been a wiper. I was working from a set up in the studio and took some photos for future reference. The light was appealing in the photo I thought I would give it another try. I like this one much better. This painting is available for purchase.$100.00 Sheri@sheriart.net Sheriart.blogspot.com sheriart.net The "win a free painting" deadline is over and I am about to have the drawing...and the winner is Mimi!! Congratulations and thanks to everyone for taking the time to make a comment.

Riverbank by Sheri Jones 8 x 10 oil on canvas This was inspired by a photo I took in the Willow City Loop area. This is in the Texas Hill Country and a location that is well known for it's wildflowers in the Spring time. I enjoy the flowers, but the low river bank is a lure for me. I am attracted to the path the water makes and this draws me in. I created this with a palette knife and lots of paint. This painting is available for purchase. $100.00 Sheri@Sheriart.net sheriart.net sheriart.blogspot.com *** Go to Sheriart.blogspot and get a chance to win a painting. Make a simple comment on a painting and your name will go in for a drawing.  Two Stargazer Lilies -posted February 3rd. Drawing on Februrary 28th, 2011

Cluster of Cedars by Sheri Jones 10 x 8 oil on canvas This was created plein air from a location outside Acton Nature Center, Acton, Texas. My painting buddy, Jill Randall went to paint a sunset, but arrived early enough to paint one before. I was attracted to the bright light and deep shadows the late day sun did to the Cedar trees. Finding a place to park the car and stand with a good view is a challenge. We found an old abandoned restaurant on top of the hill that was perfect for us. This painting is available for purchase.$100.00 Sheri@sheriart.net Sheriart.net sheriart.blogspot.com

View from Cripple Creek Road by Sheri Jones 9 x 12 oil on Raymar canvas panel I painted this today plein air. The weather was windy but warm. My friend Jill and I took off looking for inspiration and we didn't go far. We have painted in this area outside Granbury many times, but never went down this road. We were thrilled to find this location. It was a quite country road with no traffic and so peaceful. I'll bet we return here soon. This painting is available for purchase $120.00 Sheri@sheriart.net sheriart.net sheriart.blogspot.com *** Go to Sheriart.blogspot and get a chance to win a painting. Make a simple comment on a painting and your name will go in for a drawing. Ending Februrary 28th, 2011

Rose Challenge by Sheri Jones 7 x 5 oil on canvas In honor of Valentine's Day Qiang Huang posted a challenge on Daily Paint Works to paint a rose. This is the second challenge I have taken. He makes painting a rose look easy and I wanted to give it a try. They are not that easy. This painting is available for purchase. $75.00 Sheri@Sheriart.net Sheriart.net sheriart.blogspot.com Happy Valentine's Day