Artists Of Texas Contemporary Paintings and Art

Texas Trees 30x40 oil on gallery wrapped canvas I created this after spending time at Lake Texoma. We visited with family on the shores at Sheppard Air Force Base.  We rise early and went for a walk. The sun glowed in the morning light.  Sheri Jones Sheri@sheriart.net http://www.sheriart.net http://www.sheriart.blogspot.com

©Barbara Haviland  Barb's Garden 2014  Mountain Blue Bird Medium oils on canvas Size  7"x 5"  by Artist Barbara Haviland Click to Purchase BarbaraHavilandFineArt.com

FRESH OFF THE EASEL...  Palette Knife Painting  32"x50" Oil on Canvas/Available  Click HERE  for purchase info.  Visit http://DebraHurd.com to view more of my work.  Visit my Daily Painters Gallery HERE  Visit my BLOG

  FRESH OFF THE EASEL....   This painting is part of my upcoming show ( see details below)"Beyond the Screen"   24"x24"x2.0” Mixed Media on Gallery Wrapped Canvas/Available   Click HERE for more info.   Sign up for my Newsletter   HERE   View more of my work at  https://hollyhunterberry.com SAVE THE DATE....

©Barbara Haviland  Barb's Garden 2014  Thalo Green Hummingbird Medium oils on canvas Size  7"x 5"  by Artist Barbara Haviland Click to Purchase BarbaraHavilandFineArt.com

Just finished this one. I love painting small vignette's of a much larger scene. Just that little bit more personal I think. This is a pastel on an unknown sanded paper, not sure what it is. I had it in my stack of papers so though, oh well.. I did use a little alcohol wash underneath the pastel to get my values . Then away I went with my gorgeous pastels, BONJOUR was born! Hope you like.. This image is 9.25" x 14.5" unframed. $250 plus S/H Prints are also available through Fine Art America: https://fineartamerica.com/featured/bonjour-rae-andrews.html?newartwork=true                                                                   ...

"Flowing into Spring" ©2017 Niki Gulley 24" x 12" textured oil painting on wrap around canvas, Dallas Arboretum I painted this scene from the Dallas Arboretum on location a few weeks ago when the weather was beautiful and the spring buds were in full bloom. I was attracted to this Azalea trail with the vivid fuchsia blossoms tucked away in this cool, shady, peaceful garden. Choosing a vertical panoramic format leads your eye from the azaleas to wander up the trail towards the light and the beautiful dogwood tree in the distance, all while lifting your spirits. To see more of my palette knife contemporary landscape paintings, visit  nikigulley.com . E-mail -  Niki Gulley

©Barbara Haviland  Barb's Garden 2014  Daffodils miniature Medium oils on canvas Size  7"x 5"  by Artist Barbara Haviland Click to Purchase BarbaraHavilandFineArt.com

  FRESH OFF THE EASEL....   This painting is part of my upcoming show ( see details below)"Beyond the Screen"   18"x24"x1.5” Mixed Media on Gallery Wrapped Canvas/Available   Click HERE for more info.   Sign up for my Newsletter   HERE   View more of my work at  https://hollyhunterberry.com Click HERE for more info on this workshop! SAVE THE DATE....

FRESH OFF THE EASEL...  Palette Knife Painting  20"x16" Oil on Canvas/Available  Click HERE  for purchase info.  Click HERE for pricing on commissions and sizes available  Click HERE to purchase a Fine Art Print of this painting.  Visit http://DebraHurd.com to view more of my work.  Visit my Daily Painters Gallery HERE  Visit my BLOG

©Barbara Haviland  Barb's Garden 2014  Water Lotus Medium oils on canvas Size  6"x 6"  by Artist Barbara Haviland Click to Purchase BarbaraHavilandFineArt.com

                                 I love rambling unkempt gardens, don't you? This watercolor shows a part of the lovely garden we will be wandering with my France workshop in early May. We are all getting so excited. This image is 12" x 16" unframed $350 plus S/H Prints of this image also available through Fine Art America: https://fineartamerica.com/featured/convemt-tranquility-france-rae-andrews.html?newartwork=true Thanks for visiting.. Rae conducts workshops and demonstrations of her many techniques . She uses all media. Please contact her through this blog, or via her website at: www.raeandrews.com

White Oleander 15" H x 20" L, unframed $200 Watercolor on paper White oleander in spring bloom on the island give off a sweet fragrance. Bright blue skies and beach house add a nice contrast in the sun. Click on the title link to go to my website or to contact me.

"Springtime in Tuscany"  ©2017 Niki Gulley 24" x 12" textured oil painting I wanted this piece to be uplifting and full of color and energy. Set beneath a colorful sky on a beautiful day in springtime with the poppies and wildflowers in full bloom, I hope all of your cares drift away while gazing into this cheerful scene. In this vertical wildflower series, I've framed the paintings in espresso floater frames so that you can still see the textured oil paint continuing around the edges of the canvas. These poppies look great hung alone or in a grouping, too! To see more of Niki Gulley's textured landscape paintings please check out  NikiGulley.com , E-mail  Niki Gulley  for more information on her poppy, sunflower, lavender and wildflower paintings. *** For more information on our Plein Air Painting and Photography Art Trek Workshops in Tuscany, Ireland and Vermont next year, please visit  www.Art...

Color Splashed Sunrise 30x40  oil on canvas This was inspired from my "drive to work series". My timing for gorgeous sunrise and sunsets is often spot on my daily commute. I created a smaller study of this scene before committing to such a large format. It helps me work out design and color issues.  This is available for purchase. Thank you for viewing my art. Sheri Jones Sheri@sheriart.net http://www.sheriart.net http://www.sheriart.blogspot.com Sheri Jones

©Barbara Haviland  Barb's Garden 2014  Hydrangea Purple Medium oils on canvas Size  7"x 5"  by Artist Barbara Haviland Click to Purchase BarbaraHavilandFineArt.com

  FRESH OFF THE EASEL....   This painting is part of my upcoming show ( see details below)"Beyond the Screen"   36"x36"x1.5” Mixed Media on Gallery Wrapped Canvas/Available   Click HERE for more info.   Sign up for my Newsletter   HERE   View more of my work at  https://hollyhunterberry.com Click HERE for more info on this workshop! SAVE THE DATE....

yle="clear: both; text-align: center;">  FRESH OFF THE EASEL  30"x24  Oil on Gallery Wrapped Canvas/SOLD  Commissions Welcome.  Learn more about commissions HERE  Visit http://DebraHurd.com to view more of my work.  Visit my Daily Painters Gallery HERE  Visit my BLOG

Out On the Island 20" H x 15" W - unframed $200.00 Watercolor on paper Harborside views of fishing shacks on Galveston Island on a sunny spring day. Click the title link to go to my website for more information or to contact me.

©Barbara Haviland  Barb's Garden 2014  Tennessee Park Entrance Medium oils on canvas Size  5"x5"  by Artist Barbara Haviland Click to Purchase  BarbaraHavilandFineArt.com

 Palette Knife Painting  This painting is SOLD, but commissions are welcome.  Click HERE for pricing on commissions and sizes available  Click HERE to purchase a Fine Art Print of this painting.  Visit http://DebraHurd.com to view more of my work.  Visit my Daily Painters Gallery HERE  Visit my BLOG

"Popping Color II"  ©2017 Niki Gulley 24" x 12" textured oil painting I wanted this piece to be uplifting and full of color and energy. Set beneath a colorful sky on a beautiful day in springtime with the poppies and wildflowers in full bloom, I hope all of your cares drift away while gazing into this cheerful scene. In this vertical wildflower series, I've framed the paintings in espresso floater frames so that you can still see the textured oil paint continuing around the edges of the canvas. These poppies look great hung alone or in a grouping, too! To see more of Niki Gulley's textured landscape paintings please check out  NikiGulley.com , E-mail  Niki Gulley  for more information on her poppy, sunflower, lavender and wildflower paintings. *** For more information on our Plein Air Painting and Photography Art Trek Workshops in Italy, Ireland,  and Vermont, please visit  www.ArtTreks....

11 x 14 oil on linen contact artist to purchase Pat@Meyer.net Sometimes a flower at the nursery just Wow's you and this one certain did.  It's bright yellow bloom with dark green leaves just made it stunning.  My heart skipped a beat.  Never really seen that many double begonia blooms.  Big and beautiful compared to a regular begonia bloom.  Isn't God's creations just beautiful. www.PatMeyer-artist.com Signature Member Artist of Texas, Oil Painters of America, American Impressionist Society

Feeding Koi Fish 10x8 oil on canvas Sold This is my great nephew, Logan. He was enjoying an afternoon at the Ft Worth Botanical Gardens when I my sister Patti snapped photos of him. My sister Pam insisted on me painting this wonderful scene of this sweet boy.   Thank you for viewing my art. Sheri Jones Sheri@sheriart.net http://www.sheriart.net http://www.sheriart.blogspot.com

©Barbara Haviland  Barb's Garden 2014 My Blooming Bromelaid Medium oils on canvas Size  9"x12"  by Artist Barbara Haviland I have this beautiful plant on my studio porch and one morning painted it.  Click to Purchase. BarbaraHavilandFineArt.com

Sweet Lucy crossed the Rainbow Bridge. This is being gifted to her owners. To view more of my art visit  www.melissaatorresart.com . Follow me on  Facebook .

  FRESH OFF THE EASEL....   This painting is part of my upcoming show ( see details below)"Beyond the Screen"   24"x24"x2.0” Mixed Media on Gallery Wrapped Canvas/Available   Click HERE for more info.   Sign up for my Newsletter   HERE   View more of my work at  https://hollyhunterberry.com Click HERE for more info on this workshop! SAVE THE DATE....

Sunny Flowers 2- 24x24 Oil on Canvas  I was inspired from trips to Italy, France, and even Waxahachie, Texas. Seeing fields, and fields of the bright sunny flowers will stop me in my tracks.  I am fortunate to paint on location creating small color notes and studies for larger paintings like this.  This is available for purchase. Email me for more information. Thank you for viewing my art. Sheri@sheriart.net http://www.sheriart.net http://www.sheriart.blogspot.com Sheri Jones

©Barbara Haviland  Barb's Garden 2014  Red Sedan Medium oils on canvas Size  9"x12"  by Artist Barbara Haviland Here we have another old vehicle to show. Red Sedan done in oils Click to Purchase BarbaraHavilandFineArt.com

I'm excited to be involved in the upcoming Wimberley Arts Fest this weekend. If you're in the Austin/San Antonio/Hill Country area you must make plans to attend. Art, music, food and beautiful setting along the Blanco River! I'll have 19 original paintings and lots of prints. Come on out. CLick on the title link to go to the Wimberley Arts Fest website for more information.

"Visions of Azaleas" ©2017 Niki Gulley 24" x 12" textured oil painting on wrap around canvas Painted on location, I set up my easel in front of these prolific azalea bushes along Turtle Creek near my home. The vibrant pinks and fuchsia were so full of life set against the cool green leaves, that I wanted to capture not only that vivid spring color but also the elegant sycamore tree in the distance with its speckled white bark.  Contrasting the height of the vertical tree against the horizontal blooms, I chose this vertical panoramic canvas, and repeating shapes throughout creates a harmony to the overall scene. Painted with palette knife and lots of texture, I hope you can feel the beauty and energy of a perfect spring day. To see more of my palette knife contemporary landscape paintings, visit  nikigulley.com . E-mail -  Niki Gulley

©Barbara Haviland  Barb's Garden 2014  Old Rusty Truck from  Montana Medium oils on canvas Size  9"x12"  by Artist Barbara Haviland This Red Truck is part of a challenge I did.  Of course, I loved painting this.  Click to Purchase BarbaraHavilandFineArt.com

Painted in the studio, after re-inventing a plein air study that doesn't look much like this.  I was mainly trying to capture the time of day and suggest the depth in the scene. I decided to jump into a more complex problem, after my exercises with simple compositions. I really had to apply the things I mentioned in my last post.  Simplifying things down to design the shapes in the light and the shapes in the dark into two big separate groups.  Then, we have a chance at painting what otherwise would result in visual chaos.  It always impresses me how important it is to work out the separation of values in the big shapes.  I try to block-in each of those simple shapes as flat silhouettes in their average value and dominant color.  If we get those properly related it's easy enough to go back and add a lighter or darker value shift to suggest more "detail" without trying to paint "things". HILL COUNTRY MORNING   ©Jimmy Longacre 2017 16x20 oil ...

FRESH OFF THE EASEL...  Palette Knife Painting  24"x18" Oil on Canvas/Available  Click HERE  for purchase info.  Click HERE for pricing on commissions and sizes available  Click HERE to purchase a Fine Art Print of this painting.  Visit http://DebraHurd.com to view more of my work.  Visit my Daily Painters Gallery HERE  Visit my BLOG

 Palette Knife Painting  This painting is SOLD, but commissions are welcome.  Click HERE for pricing on commissions and sizes available  Click HERE to purchase a Fine Art Print of this painting.  Visit http://DebraHurd.com to view more of my work.  Visit my Daily Painters Gallery HERE  Visit my BLOG

  FRESH OFF THE EASEL....   This painting is part of my upcoming show ( see details below)"Beyond the Screen"   24"x18"x2.0” Mixed Media on Gallery Wrapped Canvas/Available   Click HERE for more info.   Sign up for my Newsletter   HERE   View more of my work at  https://hollyhunterberry.com Click HERE for more info on this workshop! SAVE THE DATE....

Lake Texoma View 18x36 oil on gallery wrapped canvas I created this after visiting Lake Texoma with my family. I rise early and was out as the sun was coming up.  It made the trees glow with the morning light.  This is available for purchase. Email me for more information. Thank you for viewing my art. Sheri Jones Sheri@sheriart.net http://www.sheriart.net http://www.sheriart.blogspot.com

©Barbara Haviland  Barb's Garden 2014  International Truck  Medium oils on canvas Size  12"x16"  by Artist Barbara Haviland WE found this old international truck in Brownwood,Texas and I love to paint old rusty trucks and cars and tractors, and who am I  kidding.l love to paint.!! Click to Purchase BarbaraHavilandFineArt.com

One of a series using simple compositions to practice value separation of shapes, and color to indicate depth.   Learning to arrange the various shapes in a painting so as to make a clear value interpretation of a scene is the biggest help in choosing "right color".   Value must come before color, because above everything else it makes order out of the scene we want to represent.  I work with a range of nine values, #1 is the lightest possible light, #9 is the darkest possible dark. The painting is blocked in using only values #2 through #8.  This way I can reserve the high-lights and darkest darks to place the accents as I'm finishing the painting.  With the values worked out, first, I can then select hues with confidence.  Almost any color will work if it's value is correct.  In this painting I have intentionally selected the warmest, most high chroma colors for the foreground, and the color becomes cooler and grayer as it moves into the dist...