Ever Surrounded - Big Pink Blanket of Love

Ever Surrounded, 36 x 24, oil on canvas, L. Daniel © 2019

SOLD at the Davis Gallery, Austin, Texas

in the Big Pink Blanket of Love exhibit

Saturday night brought out a great crowd of friends and supporters for the opening of the Davis Gallery "Big Pink Blanket of Love" show, honoring Jan Heaton and the memory of her daughter Kristin Peabody. It was truly an evening of love all around. Thanks to all who came out!

10% of all sales goes to cancer research through the Peabody Fund. 

Jan Heaton (facing camera) with friends at 

Big Pink Blanket of Love Exhibit

DETAIL OF THE BIG PINK BLANKET OF LOVE

Collaboration of over 60 artists, 

154 four inch hand-painted squares,

Hand-stitched together and framed by the Davis Gallery,

A beautiful and amazing piece!!! 

This piece will ultimately be donated to The Art of Giving fundraiser, benefitting the Dell Children's Hospital in Austin. I am so proud to be a part of it!

Majestic - Show Tip #8

Majestic, 36 x 24, oil on canvas, L. Daniel © 2016

Sold in Solo Show, "Chasing Color, Finding Light", Davis Gallery

When clouds and atmosphere collide with warming sun rays, it can make for a majestic sky morning. I am always happy to witness the drama and find the imagery very inspiring. 

When I first started this painting, I blocked it in as a horizontal. I loved the farm buildings but realized that I really needed more room to develop the amazing sky. Darn it. 

It was hard to wipe down after I had carefully sketched in all the forms, but once I turned the canvas and began again, I was glad I did. 

The new start... with room for the sky... ahhh!

Show Tip #8 - Stay Flexible

It doesn't take very long to become "married" to an idea, but sometimes a great plan needs to be slightly adjusted (or completely revamped). It's especially hard for me to let go once I have invested time and care into a good start. However, I learned a long time ago that getting attached too soon (and ignoring a problem area) can ruin not only the final piece, but also my enjoyment of the whole process. It's so important to stay objective. In the case above, I argued with myself about whether or not I had time to start over. Ultimately, I didn't have time NOT to start over!

Here are links to other Show Tips:

Tip #1 - Stock up on Supplies
Tip #2 - Set up Deadlines
Tip #3 - Determine Subject Matter

Tip #4 - Work in Series

Tip #5 - Establish a Schedule

Tip #6 - Be Kind to YOU

Tip #7 - Follow your Heart

Painters - join me at this Plein Air Workshop:

April 28-30, Anderson Fine Art Gallery, St. Simons Island, GA

Contact Info: Mary Anderson, 912-634-8414

Ocean Walk and Sun-Drenched Corner

Ocean Walk, 36 x 24, L. Daniel © 2013

Sun-Drenched Corner, 24 x 18, L. Daniel © 2013 - SOLD

Dear Friends, Thank you for your support during the weeks leading up to my show. I have appreciated your kind emails and sweet words of encouragement. The reception on Saturday well worth the wait and anticipation... and so much fun! I have included a few photos of the gallery with the work installed and a few of the opening. I wish you all could have been there!