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blueberries still life oil painting 9x12 | SOLD
Two new paintings in need of titles this weekend. So sink your teeth in and get your creative juices flowing. After an inspirational short stack of blueberry pancakes for brunch, I think I shall crack open the thesaurus, along with a couple of afternoon ciders and see what ferments.
Warm Pears in Burgundy - still life oil painting | SOLD
Day off for you today. This one named itself as the pears slowly toasted under the hot studio light and filled the room with their delicious autumnal scent. Not at all the thing for a cool spring day!
All these new paintings will be out and about the first weekend in June.
I shall be at Art on the Avenue - Bloomfield Ave, Caldwell NJ - June 1st 10-5pm and at SOMA Studio Tour 1978 Arts Center, Springfield Ave, Maplewood NJ - June 2nd 11-5pm
Phew! and then I shall be sitting down for a nice cup of tea
Cheez Doodles oil 48x24"
it's signed it's varnished AND I made the stretcher before the frame arrived. I have been feeling very smug and ahead of the game
RATS! I made the stretcher half an inch too short and now it falls out the back of the frame. So I have just spent the morning hacking the old one into bits and constructing a new stretcher to fit properly. At least I ordered the right size frame!
Cheez Cascade just doesn't quite fit the bill as a title. Nor does it's working title "Big Ass Doodles", although that is what you get if you eat the whole bag in one sitting. See if you can come up with a better title andwin a print.
20 new paintings, 10 without names, 2 weeks to go HELP!
So whilst I am in the basement varnishing the newbies, I am going to be relying on you to whip up a batch of delicious titles. Just leave a comment or email if you are shy - jo[@]bradney.com. Any that spark my imagination will win a free 8x10 print, shipped anywhere in the world. So crack open the thesaurus and get the creativity flowing. - actually, maybe you should pop to the bakery before you begin to harvest some firsthand inspiration.
Right, charcoal filter mask on. Let the Darth Vadar impersonation commence! (this thing totally freaks the dog out)
blueberries still life oil painting 8x8" | SOLD
At LAST! the juicy new oil paintings are making their way out of the studio, onto the scanner and out into the wwworld. They are gradually making their way down to the basement for a coat of varnish, ready for framing for the summer art fairs.
I have about 20 new pieces to share with you over the next few weeks, and I might be needing just a wee bit of help with all those titles.
This little chap got a head start into a frame and out into the real world. Blueberry Rinse will be part of TEN, an exhibit to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of The South Orange, Maplewood Studio Tour. (psst - I'll be sneaking in as an honorary Maplewoodian again this year)
May 23 - Saturday, June 23, 2013 TEN Pierro Gallery 5 Mead St. South Orange, NJ 973.378.7754 pierrogallery.org
Red Velvet Ruffles : oil painting | SOLD
The Small Wonders show in Annapolis, MD is a great spot to pick up something for your special someone, even if they are impossible to buy for. For instance, I bet they haven't got a cute hand knitted spider sweater. I'm told it's what all the best dressed arachnids have on their Christmas list this year
November 30 – December 28, 2012Reception: Thursday, December 6th, 6-8pmSmall Wonders MFA Circle Gallery 18 State Circle Annapolis, MD 21401 mdfedart.com
lots of good paintings, interesting sculptures and intriguing collages at Metro 29 - City Without Walls, Newark NJ. And lots of sales from the opening night too.
But what do you know? I just managed to squeeze 2 photos out of a dying battery, only to find that the spare was dead as well. So I only have this delicate cut paper collage by Patricia Ritchie to share with you. If you want to see the rest, well you'll just have to hop in the car...or wait till I get back there with a fully operational camera.
Now, where did I put that charger?
November 30th – February 16th, 2013 29th Annual Metro Show City Without Walls 6 Crawford Street Newark, NJ 07102 cwow.org
There were lots of little red SOLD spots by the end of last Sunday, including one for myself, which I failed to photograph for some reason! Not to worry though - the gaps have all been filled with new work, so even if you stopped by last weekend pop by again to see what new goodies arrived during the week.
The mulled cider will be back on the menu, along with some Triple Ginger Cookies, or something equally as evil no doubt. So put on your wellies and stop by for something warming.
December 8&9 2012 11-5pm BANG! 7 1978 Arts Center 1978 Springfield Avenue Maplewood, NJ 07041 1978artscenter.org
Alfa Art Gallery is presenting their holiday show, The Small Format and Affordable Art Group Exhibition. The show is currently open for viewing, but the opening reception will be this Friday night - see you there!
This exhibition features art of 12 x 12 x 12 inches or smaller from artists in all different mediums. Not only does this show display a style of art for every taste, but it provides the audience with the opportunity to purchase affordable, original artwork following the opening reception.
November 30- December 22, 2012Reception: December 7th 7-10pmSmall Format, Affordable Art Exhibition Alfa Art Gallery 108 Church St New Brunswick, NJ 08901 alfaart.org
Read more about the Participating Artists
Well it's that time of year again - BANG! - the holiday end of year extravaganza is starting this Friday evening 7-9pm with the Member Preview. Don't worry if you aren't a member of 1978 Arts Center - you can join on the night and still receive your 10% discount on all purchases that evening.
AND the hot mulled cider is on the menu again! So stop by for a cup or two, whilst you enjoy the art at your leisure. No long checkout lines, no Ho-Ho-ing Santas and not a jingle bell within earshot. bliss!
The show is in its 7th year and is still the best place in town for unique, quirky one of a kind gifts you won't find anywhere else. I had a sneak peek as I was setting up my booth this week, and the selection is better than ever.
Over 40 local artists are showing small scale original artwork, include paintings, photographs, sculptures, prints, ceramics, jewelry, note cards, drawings and more. Whether you are looking for a stocking stuffer or a special gift for your significant someone, we'll have something to delight and tempt you. Many of the artists will be there to answer your questions through the two weekends. I will be at the there 1st, 8th and 9th as well as at the opening, if you would like to stop by and say Hi
Come and take a real Art Break!
Joy Yagid ~ joyayagid.com
December 1&2, 8&9 2012Member Preview : Friday November 30th 7-9pmBANG! 7 : Buy Art Now Guys! 1978 Arts Center 1978 Springfield Avenue Maplewood, NJ 07041 1978artscenter.org