Untitled Moment

For the most part, titles for my paintings come to me as I'm outside painting. Words, thoughts, emotions, little snippets of poetry float through my mind and usually something stands out enough to become a title.

This piece didn't have a simple, strong or direct expression.
I could call it Ruby 2, or Red Moment or nothing, it is what it is.

Untitled Moment
12in x 25in
oil on canvas
plein air sunset

Make it Beautiful,
Rebecca

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Sky Shots of the little glass pendants for fun

Here are some fun pictures of the pendants held up to the sky.

I've been asked already if I'm going to be making more and if custom colors can be ordered, the answer is Yes and YES!

I wanted to give you an idea of how the glass looks when you hold it up too the light.

I like the organic shapes and them not being perfect.

Fun Fun Fun, I can't wait to make more!

Make it beautiful,

Rebecca

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Glass pendant Landscape Moments

All things are pretty in glass.

I'm happy to share my first little glass landscape moments with you.

Each pendant measures from the smallest at 1 1/2" x 1" to the larger ones 1 1/2" x 1 1/4 ".

They have embedded fine silver loops and are a combination of flat and dichroic colors.

My next set will have broader ranges in color and depth, highlighting the coming colors of spring.
These were a great start in a new colorful direction :)

Someday I would love to make a giant window/wall piece.

They are available for $20.00 ea. and the smaller one No. 3 for $15.00, shipping is $3.50 and combined shipping is available.
No. 2 and 5 are spoken for .
Contact me if you are interested in this first edition of my new expression.

All the best,
Rebecca

Find the beautiful, open wide your eyes.

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Ruby Original Plein Air Evening painting

Ruby
12" x 12"
Original oil on canvas
Please contact me to purchase

The word Ruby kept rolling through my mind over and over as I painted this moment.
and it's fun to say Ruby Ruby Ruby.
Which makes me say, I haven't a fondness of categorizing my art work just because every time I say landscape painting, those words don't fit really what I paint.
I strive to capture moments in nature with paint :)
Here are two detail pictures.




I wanted to share something exciting I have been doing for the last two Mondays.
I for one got out of the house without the kids even though I adore them :)
and I have a deep love of colored glass passed onto me through my mom, who shares it equally.
Our home was colored with gorgeous custom stained glass panels, stained glass lamps, her collection of antique bottles, she dug up and collected, and glass candle stick holders.
We agree there is something very special about stained glass, sand glass and glass in all it's wonderful forms.

I went to a local glass jewelry fusing class, tonight I'm going to pick up my pieces. I made little glass pendants, basically creating like I do with paint but this time in glass powder, frit (small chunks) and stringers (thin strings of glass). and in a form of my artwork glass landscapes.
I will take some pictures and post them tomorrow.

I have plans for them if they melt and shimmer like I hope they will.

All the best,
Rebecca
Make it Beautiful!

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Drunk on Nature Shirts from Plein Air Cafe

I've started a new blog for my store Plein Air Cafe and wanted to share my newest favorite quote design. I have been adding quotes to the apparel line from famous artists like Monet and Frost and anonymous but memorable authors.

This Inspiration has come out in my words expressing my love of painting nature and Laura Gentry's eggplants

Here is my ad I wanted to share with you. Yes I'll be ordering one!

Express your love of nature with this unique plein air art shirt.

Drunk on Nature! Perfect for the outdoor enthusiast of any kind.


2 Designs available on over 50 apparel items.

Show off your love of nature with this great quote shirt! Drunk on Nature! Perfect for the plein air artist, poet and nature lover! 100% Natural High and Drug free design!

More Quote Apparel available in our store. Plein Air Cafe

Make it Beautiful!

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Spring Snow original plein air painting

12" x 12"
oil on canvas
Nearly fresh off the easel
While Spring officially began yesterday I completed this piece a couple days ago.
The day began clear and bright and nature decided to whisk in a spring squall.
I never try to fight with nature but instead chase the changes no matter how quickly they come.

Make it a Beautiful week,
All the best,
Rebecca
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Spring March original plein air painting on canvas

Nature is eager for Spring in Northeast Ohio. (and so am I)


upclose detail picture

Here is Spring March,
measuring 12in. by 25in
oil on canvas.
Original onsite painting of Nature Marching towards Spring with her colorful wonders shown in this unique sunset painting.

Small announcement, select artworks are available now through my etsy store http://naturalabstracts.etsy.com

I have to say I love etsy, it has wonderful layouts, features and members.

Make it a Beautiful week.
All the best,
Rebecca


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Dine with the Artist Cleveland, Ohio

Announcing a special night coming in June!

Together with Northcoast promo , Dine with the Artist is a new show this year. Each month a different artist will be featured. Join the artist in an intimate setting for an evening of good food, conversation and art!

Friday, June 29th you can join me for this special night.

The evening begins with a wine & cheese reception on the first floor of the Galleria at Erieveiw from 5:30 - 6:30. From there we will move up to Cafe Sausalito for a casual dinner. During dinner, I will discuss my art and creative process with fellow guests and conclude with a demonstration during a question & answer period. There will be works available for purchase during the evening and each guest will receive a unique artful gift made especially for this evening from me.


Cost: $25.00 per person
Advance Reservations are Required.
Please Call Northcoast at 216.570.8201 or e-mail for more details.

I look forward to sharing this June evening with you!

Rebecca;)

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