Saturday, December 29, 2018

Abstract Expressionism, "Happy Trees," by Amy Whitehouse


Oil, 16" x 20" $600

More happy trees!

Having fun with negative space painting,
as well as creating something lit from within,
giving an uplifting feeling.

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Friday, December 28, 2018

Happy New Year


Oil, 20"x30" $700

As we enter a new year, I want to consider what to focus on
in the coming months.
Good health habits, better listening skills, and
exploration of abstract art.
What about you?

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Saturday, December 1, 2018

Reflection 2


16" x 20" Oil, $600

Reflections of sky and sunlight on a wet beach
are endlessly fascinating to me.
I can almost feel the sand in my toes.

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Wednesday, November 28, 2018

Cloud Shimmer


6" x 6" Oil, $150

Created during my recent Florida painting retreat,
this remains one of my favorites.
I'm reminded of the warm sun lighting the clean sand,
and the clouds providing shade on the same stretch of beach.
The lull of the waves, the fluffy clouds, the squawk of a seabird:
nature at its loveliest.

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Tuesday, November 27, 2018

Showstopper


12" x 16" Oil, $200

An oil painting of exuberant flowers in a blue glass vase
sits on a pure white table cloth
and demands attention.

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Sunday, November 25, 2018

Contemporary Wildlife Paintings, "Spirit Bird," by Amy Whitehouse


Oil, 12" x 12" $175

This bird was making a racket while I was sipping coffee
and reading my book outdoors.
I gave it my attention and we gazed at one another
for several minutes.
I decided it must be my spirit bird.
I loved the subtle colors that showed up
as I examined the bird's lovely body more closely.

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Sunday, November 18, 2018

Contemporary Animal Paintings, "Bird," by Amy Whitehouse


Acrylic, 6" x 6" $175

This bird on a branch was painted over several days
with many layers. The background is a rich gold,
reminiscent of my revered famous artist,
Gustav Klimt.

With optional, no-charge mat,
the artwork measures 10" x 10"

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Saturday, November 17, 2018

Still


Oil, 6" x 6" $150

My very favorite part of spending a painting month
at the beach in September,
was when the atmosphere was still.
The ocean tide continued, of course,
but it was quiet on the beach,
and oh-so-peaceful.

It filled my soul.

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Friday, November 16, 2018

Wistful


Oil, 9"x 12" $225

I painted this ethereal abstract landscape
with traditional oil paints as well as
with pure pigment sticks.
Layers upon layers were applied 
until I felt it was finished.

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Thursday, November 15, 2018

Tuesday, November 6, 2018

Perfect Day


8" x 8" Oil, $200

A seascape inspired by my time in Fernandina Beach, FL,
this looks like a perfect day at the beach.
The huge clouds are moving shadows across
the wide expanse of sand.
The beautiful waves rhythmically soothe 
the beachcomber.
The colors of the water, clouds, foam, and sand
complement each other and bring the viewer oceanside.

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Saturday, November 3, 2018

Moonlit Tree


9" x 12" Oil, $50

"Moonlit Tree" evokes a Christmas tree 
in a snowy countryside, lit by the sky's full moon.
How did it get decorated? Who else knows it's there?

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Wednesday, October 31, 2018

Happy Thanksgiving 2


Oil, 8" x 10" $30

I'm currently discounting my pumpkin paintings
as well as my Christmas tree paintings.
A Holiday Sale!

LMK if there's a past holiday painting you're 
interested in, and I'll discount it for you.

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Monday, October 29, 2018

Little Cabin in the Woods



6" x 6" Acrylic on Paper, $65

I love combining abstraction and representation.
I also love the idea of a hot pink cabin in the woods.



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Sunday, October 28, 2018

Pumpkin in Navy


6" x 8" Oil $50

A dramatic pumpkin! The Navy blue background complements
the vibrant rich oranges of the pumpkin,
presenting a bold contemporary still life.

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Saturday, October 27, 2018

Road Trip


20" x 24" Oil, $500

Inspired by my recent journey across country,
this expressionistic painting emerged when I arrived home.
I painted this in pure pigment oil paint 
which gives it the intense vibrancy.
Leaving paint strokes adds life and immediacy
to the artwork.

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Friday, October 26, 2018

Contemporary Abstract Landscape, "Horizon," by Amy Whitehouse


Watercolor, 6" x 11" $125

Abstracted landscape gives the viewer
endless interpretations, while still knowing
it is indeed a landscape.

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Monday, October 22, 2018

Holiday Art, "O Little Christmas Tree," by Amy Whitehouse


Oil, 6" x 6" $65 + shipping

This miniature painting has a smattering of glitter 
to add festivity to the painting.
It's fun to paint the tree and then decorate it!

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Sunday, October 21, 2018

Thanksgiving


Oil, 8" x 10" $150

Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday.
Gathering with family and friends,
having scrumptious pies and sides, 
and mostly, remembering my thankful list -
all combine to make me joyful.

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Saturday, October 20, 2018

Contemporary Floral, "Rose Bowl," by Amy Whitehouse


Oil, 8" x 10" $175

A little explosion of color contained in a pristine glass,
 this oil painting was pure joy to create.

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Friday, October 19, 2018

Fruit Bowl


12" x 16" Oil and Mixed Media, $200

This painting has evolved over several months
and several layers.
I began with a drawing and some collage elements,
finishing with oil paint.

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Sunday, October 14, 2018

Fall Trees


5" x 7" Watercolor, $95

This contemporary mini landscape is one of my favorites.
Painted with liquid watercolor and traditional watercolor on Yupo paper,
it was thrilling to watch it emerge. 
I love it when that happens!
(Maybe one time out of 20, but I'll take it when it comes.)

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This painting is also available framed.
Framed size measures 10.5" x 12.5" and is priced at
$150 + shipping



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Thursday, October 11, 2018

Contemporary Fall Still Life, "Fairytale Pumpkin," by Amy Whitehouse


Oil, 11" x 14" $75

Contemporary fall still life of a pumpkin
has rich autumnal colors and is a vibrant expression of the season.
It is also available framed.

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Wednesday, October 10, 2018

Watercolor Beach Scene, "Perfect Beach Day," by Amy Whitehouse


Watercolor, approximately 6"x12" $150

While at the beach last month I did a few watercolor paintings, 
enjoying my other medium.
I like this one because of the texture of sand, gentle surf, and peek of a sun in the clouds.

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Sunday, October 7, 2018

Beach and Ocean Paintings, "Sand in my Toes 2," by Amy Whitehouse


11" x 14" Oil on Canvas, $175

This beach scene is painted with exuberant color and dynamic brushstrokes
to express the rich flavor of a Florida beach.
The distant blue of the ocean, the nearer shallow water aquamarine,
the grasses swaying in the breeze:
all translates to joy and life.

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Saturday, October 6, 2018

Watercolor Seascape,"Late Afternoon Colors," by Amy Whitehouse


Watercolor, approximately 6"x12" $175

So many colors are found in the sand and sky in the late afternoon
at the beach.
Sometimes the artist just pushes the color she sees a little bit,
and magic happens.

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Wednesday, October 3, 2018

Contemporary Beach and Ocean Paintings, "Beach Days," by Amy Whitehouse


Oil, 8" x 8" $175

A contemporary beach scene: Color, asymmetry, texture, drama,
 and even serenity,
this painting holds it all for me.
Walking on the secluded, quiet beach in Northeastern Florida
is a joy unparalleled in my life.

Now I'm en route back home to Arizona
where family and doggies and cacti await me.
It's nearly time to plan Thanksgiving!

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Sunday, September 30, 2018

Beach and Ocean Miniature Painting, "Mini Sea Oats," by Amy Whitehouse



4" x 6" Oil, $25

This miniature watercolor painting says a lot within a small space.
The sun is shining in the southeast sky
making blue shadows in the dunes.
The farther dune is illuminated brightly.

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Thursday, September 27, 2018

Beach and Ocean Paintings, "Shadowed Beach Dune," by Amy Whitehouse


12" x 12" Oil, $250

Fascinated as I am with the many colors of sand
when shadowed,
I never tire of expressing this loveliness with paint on canvas.

The bright sun and contrasting dark shadows cast by clouds
provide the painting's focus.

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Wednesday, September 26, 2018

Beach Vista by Amy Whitehouse




5.9" x 11.8" Oil on 300 lb watercolor paper, $175

Long walks on the beach early morning, last light of evening,
inspire me to paint immediately upon entering the beach house.
The varying lights and colors across the beach expanse
inspire and uplift me.

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Tuesday, September 25, 2018

Beach and Ocean Painting, "Clouds and Shimmer," by Amy Whitehouse


Oil, 6"x6" $125 + shipping

As my painting retreat at the beach comes to a close,
I'm finishing up some final paintings.
The bright reflections juxtaposed with dark beaches -
a result of cloudy skies -
are endlessly appealing.
I delight in gazing at the beauty of nature
as well as in attempting to express it on canvas.

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Sunday, September 23, 2018

Figures on Beach, "Walking," by Amy Whitehouse


6"x8" Oil, $125

A quiet  beach, a slow walk
Conversation
Just being

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Today I delivered a commission
to a residence in Amelia Island, Florida.
It's hard to let this one go,
but I'm thrilled it's going to a friend's home.


Saturday, September 22, 2018

Beach Landscape,"Sand Dunes 2" by Amy Whitehouse


6"x8" Oil, $125

In order to get from the rental beach house to the beach each day,
I must navigate a couple of mildly steep sand dunes.
As I plod up and down the soft loose ground,
keeping an eye out for Florida critters,
I marvel at the beautiful lit colors the sun gives
to simple sand.

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Thursday, September 20, 2018

Ocean Birds, "Water's Edge," by Amy Whitehouse


4"x6" Oil on Paper, $65

Spending extended time at the beach
affords me the luxury of sitting in my low beach chair
and watching the beach birds find their breakfast.

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Tuesday, September 18, 2018

Beach Art, "Low Tide," by Amy Whitehouse


6" x 6" Oil, $125

Having just returned from a long walk on the beach,
I came back to the house and tried to capture
the luminescent reflection and vast expanse of sand.
The sky had different blues, the distant land was green, 
the sand and water shimmered.

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Friday, September 14, 2018

Contemporary Beach and Ocean Art, "Reflection," by Amy Whitehouse


5.9" x 11.8" Watercolor, $95

The pristine beach in northeast Florida
with its beautiful reflections
is Paradise to me.

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Thursday, September 13, 2018

Contemporary Beach Scene, "Sand Dunes," by Amy Whitehouse


4" x 6" Oil, on W/C Paper $65

A contemporary miniature oil painting
of sand dunes and sunlight,
this original oil painting
exudes brightness and hope.

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Tuesday, September 11, 2018

Contemporary Bird Painting, "Sea Bird," by Amy Whitehouse


Oil, 6" x 6" $95

Having the good fortune to spend a month 
at the beach
to paint and gather photographs for
future studio painting.
I'm loving every minute of this working vacation.

Watching sea birds search for meals
is endlessly calming,
as is the sound of the waves coming and going.
I love being at the beach for many reasons,
but watching and listening to nature may be tops.

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Sunday, September 9, 2018

Contemporary Beach Scene, "Morning Stroll," by Amy Whitehouse


6"x 6" Oil, $125

One must walk through some rocky areas
in order to reach the water's edge 
and enjoy the sunrise.

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Take Time to Play

Oil on Canvas, 30" x 24" Blues and Greens go so well together, don't they? This painting depicts a playful attitude - at least...