Artists Of Texas Contemporary Paintings and Art

Dealer or Collector? 18x36 oil on canvas This is one of 4 paintings juried into the Dutch Art Gallery Show in Dallas. You are invited to The Spirit of Texas Artist of Texas Third Annual Show November 5 - December 31, 2011 Artist Reception November 5, 11:00-4:00 pm The Dutch Art Gallery 10233 E. Northwest Hwy, Suite 420 Dallas, TX 75238 214-348-7350 

                                                    Roseate Spoonbills   The Roseate Spoonbill is a very colorful bird.   Their unusual bill gives it its name.   They use their bill to scoop or spoon up small fish and whatever else they can catch.   These spoonbills were painted from photos taken while staying in Rockport , Texas .   This area in Texas is a migratory gateway for several species of birds.   It’s a wonderful area for bird, wildlife artists and photographers.      These spoonbills are painted on 140lb. watercolor paper.   The size is 5 x 7 1/2 The price is $75.00.   Thank you for viewing my art.          ...

“Winged Royalty” ©2011 Barbara J. Mason 16"x20" ” carved watercolor painting This time of year I love seeing the monarch butterflies just before they migrate south to warmer climate. Their free spirited flight and bold colored wings are captivating to watch. In this painting I have carved and manipulated the paper to give the butterfly wings a 3-d effect. When the image is viewed up close different portions project and stand out from the background. Your eyes are suddenly following along with the movement of the paper folds creating a colorful pattern of flight, much like that of the "winged royalty" monarch butterfly. I have several of these uniquely "carved watercolor paintings "available at "Spirit of Texas" art exhibit at Dutch Art Gallery in Dallas, TX. The exhibit is open from Nov. 4th through Dec. 31st, 2011. Opening Reception: November 5th, 11am-4pm http://dutchartusa.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=390_398 E-mail Barbara ...

“Bursting with Color” ©2011 Niki Gulley Two 24” x 24” textured oil paintings on canvas to form a 24” x 48” diptych I love it when we are driving leisurely through the countryside and we come across a gorgeous field of wildflowers. The sudden burst of color thrills your senses! Playing with color and texture, I feel like this poppy painting radiates with energy and captures the joy you feel on one of the first beautiful days of spring. With this series, you can purchase either the left or the right painting to hang alone or display both side by side to form a panorama diptych. E-mail Niki Gulley for more information on her textured floral paintings. To see this poppy painting, visit the upcoming "Spirit of Texas" art show at at Dutch Art Gallery in Dallas, TX, running Nov. 4th through Dec. 31st, where it will be on display.  dutchartusa.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=390 Or, to see more of Niki Gulley's contemporary oil paintings, visit  NikiGul...

Fountain at the Botanical Garden 6x8 inches Oil on Canvas Panel by George De Chiara Click here to bid. Opening bid just one penny!  I painted this over the weekend at the Fort Worth Botanical Gardens. This is the fountain that's at the end of the trellis in the Rose Garden. I was struck by the sharp contrast of the fountain water shooting through the air against the background that's mostly in shadow. Plus, there's the added benefit of the wonderful color of the fountain pool water. At first I passed this scene by, thinking it wouldn't make a good painting, or, rather, that I wouldn't be able to make a good painting out of it. I was worried about having the shooting water be such a dominant element in the composition. I knew if I didn't handle that correctly, it would take over the painting and possible divide my canvas. After looking around at a few other possible locations, I finally decided to just go for it and paint the scene that I really wan...

Fogged Out by Sheri Jones 9x12 oil on canvas I painted this at Hunter Park on Lake Granbury Saturday morning. It was a foggy morning and the drive over was a challenge. The fog was still thick when I pulled up. I loved the mystery and drama of the thick atmosphere. I walked out on the pier to get a good view of the lake and saw this boat. I set up quickly and went to work. I had layed out my paint and premixed my grays before I left the house that morning. I was able to paint the fog as quickly as it faded. It was a relaxing way to spend my morning. This is available for purchase. $125.00 Sheri@sheriart.net http://www.sheriart.net/ http://www.sheriart.blogspot.com/ 

Summer Color Sold Watercolor by Suzy 'Pal' Powell www.suzypal.com blog In honor of Veterans day coming up in November

Old Gray Barn landscape oils | Barbara Haviland - Blog © Barbara Haviland This old gray barn is one of many I like to do.  I love finding old barns to paint.  The painting can be purchased here. http://barbarahaviland.fineartstudioonline.com/works/525931/old-gray-barn-landscape-oils thanks for viewing my art Barbara

Sun Dipped 16x20 oil on canvas This is one of 4 paintings juried into the Dutch Art Gallery Show in Dallas. You are invited to The Spirit of Texas Artist of Texas Third Annual Show November 5 - December 31, 2011 Artist Reception November 5, 11:00-4:00 pm The Dutch Art Gallery 10233 E. Northwest Hwy, Suite 420 Dallas, TX 75238 214-348-7350 

                                                           White Pelicans II   These white pelicans were painted from the photos I’d taken in Rockport , Tx .   It is the second painting of these pelicans.   As the sunlight changed and the pelicans swam in the water, I tried to capture those fleeting moments in my painting.   In this painting the colors are much warmer.   How quickly the moving sunlight can change things.   These white pelicans are painted on 300 lb. watercolor paper.   The price is $75.00                          ...

I've Got the Blues © 2011 Amy Hillenbrand 14 x 18 oil on canvas $650.00 + shipping  I am quite drawn to painting these rubber boots lately. Could it be because we having the worst drought in Texas since 1895. (I think that is when they started keeping records)  Maybe we could all get together, put on our rubber boots and do a rain dance. Are you game? My Website My Blog

 Tuscan Valley 11x14 oil on canvas www.martierains.com martierains@sbcglobal.net Facebook Page      Even though Tuscan paintings seem to be everywhere, I never tire of painting the breathtaking landscapes of that area. Italy has always been one of my favorite places to visit so I have hundreds of photos from which to choose. "Tuscan Valley" depicts a typical Tuscan home surrounded by hills, vineyards, and Italian cypress. It will be for sale at upcoming Artists of Texas show & sale , The Spirit of Texas , featured at the Dutch Art Gallery in Dallas . The show will run from November 5 through December 31, 2011 . 

A Provacative, Female Figurative Contemporary Painting Don't Look Back 12 X 16   oil on canvas available contact me for purchase: M. Allison © M. Allison 2011 www.mallisonartist.com I feel this painting is a little mysterious in feeling - something you (the viewer) can create and give a story to and make up your own interpretation.  Maybe someone's after her 'orange slippers'! Contemporary Fine Art International Daily Painters of Texas Figurative Artists International Mixed Media Artists International Visual Arts Alliance Daily Paintworks

I am so excited to be noted as one of the best artists in Texas by being accepted into the Artists of Texas. I'm so honored to be considered one of the top artists in this fine state. There is the added bonus of also becoming a member of Contemporary Fine Arts International. It's all very astonishing and I hope I can be a helpful and live up to all the expectations. You can see my work at artistdoron.com. Join the blog...it's where I premier all of my latest paintings.

56 T-Bird by Sheri Jones 16x20 oil on canvas I found this jewel in Ft. Worth, just west of downtown. It was on one of the side streets in the musuem district and was calling my name. This was totally restored and a real beauty. I couldn't believe anyone would leave it setting outside. I love painting vintage cars and hope you enjoy them. This is available for purchase. $300.00 Sheri@sheriart.net http://www.sheriart.net/ http://www.sheriart.blogspot.com/ 

Walk With Me Tulip Path of the Dallas Arboretum by Nancy Medina 11X14 Oil on Linen Board Nancy Medina Web Site Walk With Me is a new painting in Flower Mound Studio of one of my favorite paths in the Dallas Arboretum . I've spent so many hours wandering around the grounds, but I always find some new treasure each time I visit. You will find this scene if you are coming from the rose gardens and walking back toward the main entrance. At the end of the day, the sun throws a golden light on top of the flowers, and I tried to capture a bit of that here.

Fall Harvest 11x14 watercolor by Liana Yarckin blog website facebook

Wash and Tumble Dry by David Forks Oil on Gessobord panel, 8"x8" This scene is from a dry wash in Big Bend National Park. The pile of rocks interested me in their abstract form, and I love painting reflected light. davidforks.com dforks.blogspot.com

9" x 12" oil painting by Niki Gulley at White Rock Lake I painted this small oil painting at White Rock Lake earlier this week, getting ready for my Plein Air Workshop this weekend. It was a perfect morning – blue skies and a gentle breeze, with an ideal temperature. I was attracted to the multi-colored sailboats and the interesting pattern they formed. With so many boats, I sketched out my composition and then I had to paint very quickly before the light changed – a fun challenge and an enjoyable, peaceful morning. For more information on this weekend's painting workshop, visit  nikigulley.com/?page_id=13 . E-mail  Niki@NikiGulley.com .  To see more of my contemporary landscape paintings and local Dallas scenes, visit my website at NikiGulley.com .

6x6 Oil on Panel Click here to view my blog. Click here to bid on this painting.

Red, White and Blue by Sheri Jones 11x14 oil on Raymar canvas panel This is one of 4 paintings juried into the Dutch Art Gallery Show in Dallas. You are invited to The Spirit of Texas Artist of Texas Third Annual Show November 5 - December 31, 2011 Artist Reception November 5, 11:00-4:00 pm The Dutch Art Gallery 10233 E. Northwest Hwy, Suite 420 Dallas, TX 75238 214-348-7350 

12 X 16 ORIGINAL OIL ON PANEL CONTACT ARTIST PAT@MEYER.NET Halloween is just around the corner and all the little Goblins will be showing up at our door.  This pumpkin invited all her buddies to hang out with her waiting for the big night.  She will be place up front and center to greet our little guest.  May you enjoy Halloween and May you find your easel friendly.

                                                       White Pelicans    Pelicans look like they can be an awkward and clumsy bird.   In flight pelicans are some of the most graceful of birds.    My husband and I were in Rockport, Tx. not too long ago.   Some fisherman was cleaning their catch of the day and the seagulls were diving into the water for their catch of the day.   Not far away from this entire seagull action was these white pelicans.   I took several photos of the activity going on.   In this painting I liked the way the pelicans are back lit.   Even though it was a very warm day, the shadows of the pelicans in the water appeared cool.  ...

One Yellow Iris | Barbara Haviland - Blog © Barbara Haviland Size  15"x15" Medium   oils on gallery wrap canvas Done from my photo http://barbarahaviland.fineartstudioonline.com/works/497633/one-yellow-iris

Queen of the Night Black Tulips by Nancy Medina 11X14 Oil on Linen Board Nancy Medina Web Site Queen of the Night Black Tulips is the newest painting in Flower Mound Studio, and is based on my favorite tulips of the Dallas Arboretum. These tulips are most striking at the end of their bloom, when their edges curl and reflect colors that are a combination of deep cold purple and hot orange fire. How mother nature can take such different colors and make them work together so beautifully is a wonder.

Lake Worth Harbor 6x6 inches Oil on Canvas Panel by George De Chiara Click here to bid. Opening bid just one penny!  I must have driven by Lake Worth a hundred times while my wife and I were dating. In order to get to her house from where I lived, I had to drive over the bridge that's just a stones throw from where I did this painting. Somehow, I forgot this lake existed after we got married and moved. Then, yesterday, I was in the mood to go out and paint, but where...? Whenever I get stuck with this question, I usually go to Google maps and do a virtual search for places to paint. That's when I noticed this lake again and the promising looking boat harbor, so I grabbed my painting gear and headed out. It turns out the harbor is private property, so I had to find a different location to paint from. I've gotten pretty use to running into situations like this, so I had already scouted out a few other possible locations to paint from on Google maps. Luckily, the...

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Big Rock Falls by Sheri Jones 8x10 oil on canvas I created this at Big Rock Park Saturday morning. I love the sound of moving water and this small water fall provided good back ground sound. I painted this with a palette knife and lots of colorful paint. This is available for purchase. $100.00 Sheri@sheriart.net http://www.sheriart.net/ http://www.sheriart.blogspot.com/

  "County Contours" 30x24 acrylic mixed media abstract One of 3 paintings I delivered to the Dutch Art Gallery Tuesday   in Dallas for the Artists of Texas third annual juried membership show November 5 - December 31, 2011. Save the date for the reception Saturday November 5, 11:00 - 4:00.  Read the rest of the blog post here about my recent plein air experience in Sonoma CA  http://nancystandlee.blogspot.com  CONTEMPORARY FINE ART, ACRYLIC PAINTING. ARTISTS OF TEXAS BLOG, NANCY STANDLEE, CONTEMPORARY ABSTRACT ACRYLIC PAINTING, PAINTINGS FOR SALE, DAILY PAINTWORKS, FIGURATIVE PAINTING. MIXED MEDIA FIGURATIVE ABSTRACT, TEXAS DAILY PAINTER, MIXED MEDIA ABSTRACT PAINTING, PLEIN AIR, SONOMA, CA BLOG                   Nancy Standlee Art Blog WEBSITE             Nancy Standlee Contact:       ...

"Bridge to Tomorrow" ©2011 Niki Gulley 12" x 24" textured oil painting On a peaceful autumn day last fall, I went out to White Rock Lake and captured this beautiful sunset behind the Dallas skyline. I liked the intricacy of the bridge and how it crossed through the composition, connecting the left and the right sides. The sunlight was peaking through the ironwork and various plants in the foreground were back lit, while the water's surface was shimmering from the low light, spreading vivid colors in all directions. A perfect ending to the day! *** Please join me at the  Dallas Arboretum and White Rock Lake this weekend for a 2-day painting workshop .  I only have two spots left, so e-mail at   Niki@NikiGulley.com  for more information and to register or visit  nikigulley.com/?page_id=13 . *** To see more of my contemporary landscape paintings and local Dallas scenes, visit my website at NikiGulley.com .

Cactus by David Forks Oil on panel, 6"x8" Another made up scene, I fought this piece for a while, painting, then scraping then repainting until finally it was at least temporarily in my good graces. Available on Daily Paintworks auction. Click HERE to bid davidforks.com dforks.blogspot.com

Oil on Canvas 18 x 24 Artist: Anna Payne The earth colors of the Texas Hillcountry are unique. I was interested in painting these subdued colors with more intensity but wanted to capture the sweeping horizon as it recedes in subtle shades. The actual sky in the painting is a much livelier hue of violet. I liked the way the trees lean into the hill. Intersting lines. Annapayne.com SkyDanceStudio@yahoo.com Annapayneart.blogspot.com

 Lucy's House 11x14 oil on canvas www.martierains.com martierains@sbcglobal.net       This painting was inspired by a pilgrimage to Fatima, Portugal. You can read about the story of Our Lady of Fatima on my blog published last May titled "The Miracle at Fatima." St. Lucia, one of the three children to whom the Virgin Mary appeared, lived in this house as a child. The peaceful simplicity of this room compelled me to paint it.  You may purchase this painting by clicking here .

12x12 Oil on Panel Francine Click here to view my blog. Today is International Artists Day!  Did you know that we had a day?  It's wonderful, isn't it?  Do you think Hallmark is aware of our day? To remember this day and in honor of artists who have influenced me, I copied a painting done by Robert Henri.   To learn more about this amazing artist and author of  The Art Spirit  click  here . On another note, next Monday I will be attending a workshop in Hilton Head Island with  Karin Jurick!    For five full and inspiring days I will learn from an artist I admire and meet other artists that I only know through blogging!!  I've been anticipating this for months and now it is almost here!  Yea!!

Open Arms Sunflowers and Daisies by Nancy Medina 16X20 Oil on Linen Board Purchase Information Nancy Medina Web Site

© Ann Hoffpauir Great Egret   The Great Egret is a showy bird.   The white feathers of an egret make excellent subjects to paint.   They seem to pick up color from their surroundings and at other times they just have very subtle color change.   In this painting I chose a lone egret in the evening light, maybe it’s his last feeding before the end of the day.   This is a watercolor on 300 lb. paper.   It is size 7x5.   You may purchase it for $75.00. Thank you for viewing my art. http://www.ArtworkbyAnn.com ahoffpauir26@yahoo.com

Along County Road 256 6x8 inches Oil on canvas panel by George De Chiara Click here to bid. (Starting 10/25 @ 8PM) Opening bid just one penny!  Over the weekend, my wife went to a baby shower for one of her friends that was way out in the country. Never one to pass up the opportunity to explore a new area and get in a little painting, I volunteered to drive her and our daughters to the shower. Once I dropped them off, I quickly went to work searching for a good location to paint. There where so many places I wanted to paint that my decision on what to paint came down to finding a good spot to park the car and paint from. For this spot, I found a nice little area on the shoulder of County Road 256, right under a nice live oak tree for some shade. There were many things that made me want to paint this view. First, was the great clouds we had in the sky. The added benefit of this was the wonderful cast shadows going across the foreground from them. And, finally, the occasiona...

22x15 watercolor floral of a hot orange poppy macro view.  I enjoyed the dark purple depths of its center and its pale yellow accents, all appear to be burning and on fire.

Low Water Crossing by Sheri Jones 7x14 oil on canvas I created this plein air this past Saturday. We were outside of Glen Rose traveling the back roads looking for good painting spots. We drove past this and decided to look around. One of the challenges is finding somewhere to pull over. This location had a couple options, so we set up shop. We quickly got our paint boxes out and went to work. I liked the nice distance and bright fall color of the trees. This is available for purchase. $150.00 Sheri@sheriart.net http://www.sheriart.net/ http://www.sheriart.blogspot.com/

"Tell Me Your Dreams" ©2011 Niki Gulley SOLD • 11" x 14" oil painting Just sold! I absolutely love poppies and seeing them growing in mass! In this painting I wanted to show them in a different way than we're used to seeing poppies so I chose a low angle to show off the beauty of their simplified forms and the strength of such a delicate flower, while capturing the azure blue sky behind them. If you'd like to learn how to paint nature, join us at the Dallas Arboretum and White Rock Lake this weekend for a 2-day painting and or photography workshop .   Space if filling up quickly, so e-mail  Niki@NikiGulley.com  for more information and to register or visit  nikigulley.com/?page_id=13 . *** To see more of my contemporary landscape paintings, visit my website at NikiGulley.com .

© Ann Hoffpauir Purple Iris   Hello folks.   I have been off the blogging and face book posting for a while due to unforeseen circumstances.   Now that I’m back, I would like for you to view a small painting I’ve done recently. This painting is a watercolor, size 7x5.   The purple bearded iris is one of many type flowers I grow in my yard.   One beautiful characteristic of the bearded iris are the thin velvety petals.   When the iris is back lit, the petals are almost transparent.   These irises have a licorice aroma.   Not only eye candy for an artist, but smells like candy too.   You may purchase this small 7x5 watercolor for $75.00.   It is painted on 300 lb. paper. Thank you for viewing.     http://www.ArtworkbyAnn

Just a reminder of days gone by. "Buster Brown" Acrylic on Board 17 3/4" x 14 3/4" note: dimensions are unframed size frame included in price $695 Contact artist to purchase. Credit cards accepted as well as PayPal: hello@rebeccazook.com See all Rebecca Zook available paintings at rebeccazook.com Follow Rebecca's blog at: rebeccazook.blogspot.com Find me on Facebook www.facebook.com/rebecca.zook

"Quiet Evening at Lake Mineral Wells, TX" Mark Nesmith Oil on Canvas 8" x 10" 2011 Click here  to bid on this painting. I started this painting thinking about the calm evenings my family and I shared this past summer at Lake Mineral Wells, when the heat of the day would dissipate and a cool breeze would roll across the water. I wanted to capture the contented feeling I had after a long day of hiking with the kids when we'd sit by the shore and watch the water and the sky. This is an 8" x 10" oil painting on stretched canvas and was recently featured on Empty Easel . Please visit Paint Daily Texas  to view more of my paintings along with art tips, techniques, and interviews with other Texas artists.

Ann's Creek landscape in oils | Barbara Haviland - Blog © Barbara Haviland This is a landscape in oils and was done from a photo a friend took.  Next month this painting can be seen and purchased at The Dutch Art Gallery in Dallas, Texas.  The Artist of Texas will have its annual show from November 5--- December 31,2011  IF you can please come by and see the great art. The opening reception is Saturday,Nov.5,2011  11 am --4pm http://barbarahaviland.fineartstudioonline.com/works/489832/anns-creek-landscape-in-oils Thank you for viewing my art. Barbara

Fall Flame Sunflower by Nancy Medina 12X12 Oil on Gallery Wrap Canvas Purchase Information Nancy Medina Web Site Fall Flame Sunflower is drying on the easel in the studio on a Sunday evening. Today we took a rare trip to Central Market and picked up delicacies that were totally unnecessary and thoroughly awesome such as three kinds of cheeses from the South of France, a fresh cherry cobbler with crunchy brown sugar topping, "real crab" California rolls, freshly made lobster ravioli, and of course an obligatory bunch of gorgeous sunflowers. It's a good thing we don't live closer to Central Market, we would not be able to pay the electric bill. Today was an especially timely event, since it was Meet The Cheese Week! The ladies at the free cheese sample tables raised their eyebrows when I went back for thirds, claiming the extras were for my husband.

Pumpkin Trio 6x6 inches Oil on Canvas Panel by George De Chiara Click here to bid. Opening bid just one penny!  I finished this painting late Friday night and had meant to post this entry sooner, but it's been a very busy weekend around here and this is the first chance I've gotten to write this blog. I really wanted to do one more painting of all the little pumpkins and gourds we bought this year. They really area a treat to paint because of their wonderful colors and variety, which keeps me on my painting toes. To see a complete step-by-step demo of how this painting came to life visit my blog here . To see more of my paintings visit my web site here .

6x6 Oil on Ampersand Gessobord Click here to purchase. Click here to view my blog. This is NOT a mug shot!!  I repeat, NOT a mug shot!!! She is innocent .... on most things. Julie is my younger (as she is ALWAYS pointing out to me) sister.  We are only two and a half years apart, but listening to her you would think it is decades.  She has been on my mind recently as each year we take a road trip together.  This year it is about two weeks away and we are still trying to make a decision as to where we will go.  It really doesn't matter.  The trip is full of laughter no matter where we end up.  This year I am driving with hopes that we won't get lost quite so often!  She is terrible at following directions and listening to me .... the navigator.  We'll see what happens!