"Sunlit Cherries" - 6 x 6 inches - oil on canvas

"Sunlit Cherries" - 6 x 6 inches - oil on canvas

I love when the weather gets warmer and there is a wide selection of fruits and veggies at the market. Unlike most folks, I buy food based on what inspires me to paint!  

I started with a pink ground which I thought would compliment the red/purple cherries.  As always, I try to vary the color, placement and shape of each cherry to add variety and interest. 

"Sunlit Cherries" is a 6 inch square painting.  It can be purchased by clicking the "Buy Now" button below, or, click here for other ways to purchase a painting.

"Slices" - 6 x 6 inches - oil on canvas

"Slices" - 6 x 6 inches - oil on canvas

I rummaged through my refrigerator looking for inspiration and settled on this orange.  I arranged the slices and then used a strong light source to create some interesting shadows.  I then happily painted for a couple hours.  

"Slices" is a 6 inch square painting.  It can be purchased by clicking the "Buy Now" button below, or, 

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Each month, I randomly select one person on my mailing list and send them a gift.  It could be a pack of greeting cards, a print, a copy of my book, Paint the Town!, or, even an original painting!

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"Ocean Dip II" is a 16 x 16 inch painting.  It can be purchased by clicking the "Buy Now" button below, or, 

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Wow!

I'm very grateful to live in a town that is so supportive of the arts.  The Parish Center for the Arts has been a big part of my life for the past 13 years.  Each year, the PCA hosts a wonderful art show that is open to anyone in the community who wants to participate.  Kids, adults, professionals and amateurs are all welcome to submit two pieces of artwork that are judged by professional artists.  The PCA throws a big reception with food and wine and awards are presented.  This year, I was honored to win "Best in Show" with my painting "There's Kit-Ten!"  I couldn't be more proud!!!

A colorful sculpture was created just for the event

Great food, wine and fun at the opening reception

So cool to have that "Best of Show" ribbon!

"There's Kit-Ten!" is a 20 inch square painting and is available for $500.  Click the Buy Now button below to purchase using a credit card/Paypal or here for other payment options.

Playing with Collages

I was able to make this fun, little collage using iPiccy (which is very simple to use and free!).  

The above paintings are available and can be found by clicking the following links:

"Back Bay" (upper left) http://www.lauriegmiller.com/2013/03/back-bay-20-x-20-inches-oil-on-canvas.html

"The Dog Days of Summer" (upper right) http://www.lauriegmiller.com/2012/09/the-dog-days-of-summer-10-x-10-inches.html

"LA Dip"  ( lower left) http://www.lauriegmiller.com/2012/08/la-dip-10-x-10-inches-oil-on-canvas.html

"Honey Bear"  (lower right) http://www.lauriegmiller.com/2013/01/honey-bear-6-x-6-inches-oil-on-canvas.html

"Betty Ann's Barn" - 8 x 8 inches - oil on canvas - SOLD

"Betty Ann's Barn" - 8 x 8 inches - oil on canvas

The forsythias are in bloom again -- I'm just loving this spring weather.