Zinnia Trio, small original oil painting by Susan Spohn

Zinnia Trio, 6x6, oil

Frost has bitten back most of my zinnias, but there are still a few blooming in protected areas. I have been painting these zinnias. Visit my website to view more of my paintings: SpohnStudio.com

Jean Claude, pet portrait by artist Susan Spohn

Jean Claude

8x8 original oil painting

One of my recent pet portraits. To find out more information, please visit my website: SpohnStudio.com

Sunflower and Blues, Impressionistic small oil painting by Susan Spohn

Sunflower & Blues

6x6 inches, original oil painting

 

 

I used this image as the cover art for my postcard and poster for my one woman show (Susan Spohn- On Review) at the Paquette Gallery in Salida, Colorado. This was the first painting to sell during the reception. Visit my website for more information on all of my paintings.  SpohnStudio.com

Susan Spohn - Taking a Stroll

Taking a Stroll

6x6 inches, original oil

This pallet knife, textural painting in oil, was inspired by a reference photo. Today is the last day of the painting challenge! 30 days and 30 paintings. They will soon all be posted on my website, SpohnStudio.com so take a look and pick out your favorites!

Susan Spohn - Bouquet by the Window

Bouquet by the Window

6 x 6 inches, oil painting

Starting January 2nd, I am participating in a painting challenge of 30 paintings in 30 days. I will be posting my paintings here on this blog and also on Leslie Saeta blog, Slices of Life.

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So far, 242 artists have signed up for this painting challenge. It should be great fun. I went ahead and painted one today, January 1st, just in case I need to take a day off later this month. 

Today's painting was inspired by a reference photo. I liked the harmonious colors and simple theme. These paintings will eventually be posted on my website also, SpohnStudio.com

Little House at the End of the Field, 5.5x8, Original Oil Painting, Unframed, $75 includes shipping.

Little House at the End of the Field, 5.5x8, Original Oil Painting, Unframed, $75 includes shipping. Sometimes you just need to shake it up a little. I was getting pretty tired of still lifes and needed to get outside and give plein air another try. I had so much fun with this one. Could it be that all that squinting at tomatos and oranges helped me out with my nemesis...plein air? I think the red underpainting might have given it a little boost. I'll try it again with a white canvas and see what I can do.

Susan Spohn-- Midsummer Enchantment

Midsummer Enchantment, diptych

3 ft. x 6 ft

oil on boxed wood panel

This painting has been on my easel for two weeks now. It has taken so long because of its ornate nature and my recent busy schedule. Since this is such a large painting, it is more difficult to get a decent photo. This one is pretty good. When you stand in front of this painting you are enveloped into this wonderfully blooming garden, it is so resplendent with blooms, butterflies and birds. This painting is for sale, contact me for information on shipping.

Susan Spohn-- 3 Sunflowers

3 Sunflowers Like Van Gogh

5 x 7

oil on wood panel

Took a break from painting my large diptych today, and just painted this small floral piece. I found it difficult to paint this piece so small. This painting is for sale for $55.00 and includes free shipping in the Continental USA.

Susan Spohn -- FLoral Yellow Primrose Garden

Yellow Primrose Garden

7 x7

oil on wood panel

Another pallet knife painting, I finished yesterday. I like the lush colors and all the texture in this piece. I must really be craving summertime, I just want to paint florals right now. This painting is for sale for $125.00 and includes free shipping in the Continental USA. Visit my blog to view other recently painted paintings: susanmspohn.blogspot.com  Visit my website too: susanmspohn.com

Susan Spohn -- Garden Snipet

Garden Snippet

7 x 7

Oil on Wood Panel

I just love how this small section of a floral garden turned out today. I am moving more towards using the pallet knife in all my paintings and filling them with texture and bright colors. For this painting, I squinted a lot at the photograph to capture just the essence of the colors and flowers. This painting is for sale for $125.00 and comes with free shipping in the Continental USA. Visit my blog for more information: susanmspohn.blogspot.com  visit my website too: susanmspohn.com

Contemporary Roses fine art oil painting



Roses in blue
24x30 oil/acrylic
Inspired by Renoir

When speaking of roses and their colors,
 red means love or romance, pink means admiration, yellow is for a true friend.



Pink Blossoms contemporary fine art painting



Pink Blossoms
giclee on acrylic
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Oh so ready for spring;
Pink Blossoms is bright and cheery limited edition print on acrylic.
Hang against a light wall or in the window to create a stained glass look.

PINK
Brighter pinks are youthful, fun, and exciting, while vibrant pinks have the same high energy as red; they are sensual and passionate without being too aggressive. Toning down the passion of red with the purity of white results in the softer pinks that are associated with romance and the blush of a young woman's cheeks. It's not surprising that when giving or receiving flowers, pink blossoms are a favorite. Pink is the color of happiness and is sometimes seen as lighthearted. For women who are often overworked and overburdened, an attraction to pink may speak of a desire for the more carefree days of childhood.

How the color pink affects us physically

• Bright pinks, like the color red, stimulate energy and can increase the blood pressure, respiration, heartbeat, and pulse rate. They also encourage action and confidence.

• Pink has been used in prison holding cells to effectively reduce erratic behavior. (ask.com)



"Lavender Rest" original oil painting by Laura Reilly

"Lavender Rest" 

8" x 8" x 3/8" original oil on gessoed panel, 

painting continues around sides for a beautiful finish.

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This is another painting from my Lavender Fields  series - 

 Paola's young nieces were taking a little break from their work harvesting the fragrant blooming lavender - they looked so charming I had to paint them - but waited til now, when the memory of the sun and warmth and fragrance could warm the winter studio!

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Susan Spohn -- Floral--Mason Jar Wildflower Bouquet

Mason Jar Wildflower Bouquet

15 x 15

oil on board

Today I finished the second in the series of Mason Jar florals. This piece is a bit looser and more Impressionistic. Once again most of the painting was painted using pallet knives. This piece is for sale for $225.00 and includes free shipping in the Continental USA. It is painted on 1/2" beveled board, will be varnished and will have a traditional hanging system on the back. It does not need to be framed. Visit my blog for more details: susanmspohn.blogspot.com

"Lavender Memories" original impressionist oil painting by Laura Reilly

"Lavender Memories" 

8" x 8" x 3/8" original oil on gessoed panel, 

painting continues arounds sides for a beautiful finish

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 I still smell the fragrant scent of the lavender as it heats up in the sun. 

This painting is one of a continuing series of paintings from 

my trip in 2010 to Palisade, Colorado to paint 

in the blooming lavender fields.

Thank you, Lavender Association of Western Colorado!

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"Autumn's Shining Path" original oil painting by Laura Reilly

"Autumn's Shining Path" 

 original oil on gessoed panel

12" x 6" x 3/8" - painting continues around sides for a beautiful finish.

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I've started something new for 2012, and am having so much fun with it!  I am now a member of Daily Paintworks, and have joined the "painting a day" artists' movement  - a new, small original oil painting created about every day, and posted to this wonderful art-only auction site.  This is something I've wanted to do for a long time - as you may know, I have always been charmed by the magic of small things.  There's a special  intimacy to the scale of smaller paintings,  and also a significant challenge for the painter - can a small work of art be as compelling or dramatic or moving as something created on a larger scale?  Also, as an avid art collector myself, I can always find a spot for another small gem!  Enjoy!

Impressionistic fine art oil painting



MERRY CHRISTMAS
This is the road into the open space park Blair Ranch, Evergreen, Colo.
The sun was reflecting off the snow creating light rainbows.
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Susan Spohn --- MRS. CROW'S SPRING VISION

  Floral Paintings, Bird Paintings, Crows, Colorful Paintings, Tulips, Spring Time Flowers, Impressionistic Paintings

MRS. CROW'S SPRING VISION

30 x 30

Oil on Board

I have been working on this painting for a couple days. This story painting came about while browsing thru some reference photos. I had a photo of this crow that I wanted to put into a painting, but I was also longing for springtime since it has been unusually cold for December in these parts, and I was looking at all these wonderful springtime flowers. My imagination took over and  Mrs. Crow became my wistful self enjoying a beautiful spring garden. This painting was created using just brushes (unusual for me...)  I will have to do my next painting with the pallet knives. 'Mrs. Crow's Spring Vision' is painted on 1/4 inch board that is attached to a wood box frame (looking similar to a gallery wrapped canvas) and is for sale for $875.00. Contact me to purchase and  regarding shipping charges. Visit my blog for more information: susanmspohn.blogspot.com   also take a look at my website: susanmspohn.com

Impressionistic fine art oil painting



After the Storm
16x20 oil
This sweet little shed is nestled on the old Blair Ranch
Jefferson, Co..
I often paint here on location and love to catch the light.
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Impressionism was about light.
"The Impressionists studied light to the -nth degree. You probably could write of optical color receptors and wavelength measurement from a scientific point of view, but that isn't actually how the Impressionists "studied" light. Instead, they looked long and hard at how light is reflected or absorbed, and how this interplay subsequently registers colors in our brains. They observed and sketched endlessly. They then tried to recreate light itself with paints and brushes. I can't begin to tell you how truly innovative this type of visual thought was." (about.com)



Susan Spohn --- More Greeting Cards

 Floral Paintings, Minature Paintings, Impressionistic Paintings, Geraniums, Gardens

Greeting Cards--Geranium Flowers

5 x 7 cards with envelopes

$15.00 each

Some more examples of the new small original oil paintings that will be adhered to those 5 x7 inch cards. This is a very affordable way to give art as a gift and to collect some small pieces. These will also be for sale at Stone Path Gardens in Colorado Springs later this month.Visit my blog for more information: susanmspohn.blogspot.com  and to view other paintings visit my website: susanmspohn.com