Black and White Four - Ruth Andre

"Black and White Series - Four"

Each Painting - 3"x3" Oil-Wax on Paper

Matted & Framed $150

by Ruth Andre

"Black and White I"

"Black and White II"

"Black and White III"

"Black and White IV"

These paintings were done for an online class I am taking with Nancy Hillis. Our assignment was to paint high contrast value paintings. It was suggested we paint small works and a lot of them. The "Black and White" paintings were painted with black and transparent white oil mixed with wax. The two layers merged making a lovely blue cast. I will be adding more small value paintings in the next few weeks. They are way too much fun to stop painting them. 

 "A Painting Day".

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Well Red - Ruth Andre

"Well Red"

6.5"x6.5" Oil-Wax on Paper

by Ruth Andre

When we think of Minimal Art we usually think it is white, grey or black. The painting today, "Well Red" is painted in a minimal style and is definitely red and yet minimal. The color really sings and it feels warm and inviting. It has been, "A Painting Day".

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The Moon Over the Water - Ruth Andre

"Moon Over the Water"

4.5"x4.5" Oil-Wax on Paper

by Ruth Andre

This painting brings memories of summer nights, a full moon, and seeing the creek water rustling over the rocky creek bed. I may have needed to paint with cool colors on this very hot day hoping for a respite from the heat. Stay cool. It has been, "A Painting Day".

Painting - Matted and Framed 12"x12"

$300

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Night Moon - Ruth Andre

"Night Moon"

4"x12" Acrylic on Arches Paper

by Ruth Andre

I thought I would try and work with a very subdued and limited palette on this new painting. I am working on contrast whether it is using just a few colors or many. Getting a dramatic change or accent is important and also one of the hardest things for me to remember at times. It is so easy to stay with a quiet palette and not move on to make a more dramatic painting. I see reasons for doing both but of late I wanted to make a statement punch. I follow several artist's blogs and websites and I have found a few artists that influence me with their strong creative spirit. 

Sheila Vaughan's Blog, REAL ART

Nancy Hillis' Blog and Website

It has been, "A Painting Day".

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Red 2 Group Show - Ruth Andre

"Ready"

7"x7" Oil-Wax on Paper - Matted 

by Ruth Andre

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My painting, "Ready" is in a Group Showing with Gallery 25N

The show is quite interesting with works in many mediums

"In accordance with this shows curator's theme "RED 2" the artist's work selected for this exhibition are in a variety of mediums; painting, drawing, digital art, photography, sculpture, etc. The artwork that is exhibited reflects these artist's interpretations of a subject enhanced through the use of the color red. In the work one can see  how red is used to imply a wide range of emotions and feelings."

Enjoy the show - Gallery 25N

Primarily Red - Ruth Andre

"Primarily Red"

6"x16" Mixed Media on Paper

Professionally Matted with Sleeve

by Ruth Andre

$400.00

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A Painting Day - Pink Clouds - Ruth Andre

"Pink Clouds"

4.5"x4.5" Mixed Media on Paper

12"x12" Mat Available

Challenge Painting - Ninety Nine

by Ruth Andre

$125

The sky is a constant reminder of nature's beauty. The expanse of color hovers above giving a daily masterpiece to enjoy. We have had rain and grey skies and dark clouds then yesterday the storm cleared and a rainbow shown crossing the valley. The colors were so amazing to see. Walking in the afternoon I have seen the sky full of pink clouds and enjoyed just standing and taking in the many shades of color. I sometimes wonder what brought me to this small valley and why. I am at odds at times with the area as a whole but once I am walking the land and enjoying the quiet I feel at peace within

It has been, "A Painting Day".

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A Painting Day - Sweet Talk - Ruth Andre

"Sweet Talk"

Diptych - Each Painting is 4"x14" Mixed Media  on Paper

Mat Available

by Ruth Andre

$400

I used Arches Oil Paper for this painting. It has a lovely surface and takes the paint well and lets me work quickly and intuitively. I had added several layers of paint to the paper when a voice said, Be Bold. I took that thought and and started painting with Alizarin Crimson as the final layer. What fun it is to let go and trust the painting. May we all enjoy sweet talk! It has been, "A Painting Day".

"Sweet Talk"

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A Painting Day - Passing Sun - Ruth Andre

"Passing Sun"

4.5"x4.5" Mixed Media on Paper

12"x12" Mat Available

Challenge Painting Ninety-Eight

by Ruth Andre

$125

Rain has visited the valley several times in the last few weeks. The creek is high and moving quickly through the valley. Then today the sun shown and it was as if the land came to life with an abundance of color. The grasses have turned to a spirited green and cover the valley floor as well as the surrounding mountains. It is a glorious time of year. The painting today, "Passing Sun" is Challenge Painting Ninety-Eight. I will be posting the last two Challenge Paintings in the next week. I know you have heard me praise the fun of painting this challenge and it is so true. Thanks for coming along and stay tuned for the last two Challenge Painting posts.

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A Painting Day - Be Mine - Ruth Andre

"Be Mine"

12"x12" Mixed Media on Paper

by Ruth Andre

$450

I was feeling a great sense of love and happiness when I painted this painting, "Be Mine". The palette of colors are very different than most of my paintings. I almost had to force myself to set out only a few pastel paints so i would not stray to my love for grey. Sometimes we have to give ourselves permission to make a change. It is so easy to stay in our found circle for what we consider safe. Reach out and take risks to find new paths is my goal for 2016. It has been, "A Painting Day".

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A Painting Day - Tides - Ruth Andre

"Tides"

10"x10" Oil and Mixed Media on Paper

Available with Mat 16"x16"

by Ruth Andre

$350.00

The ocean is beautiful and ever changing. It has its own voice. It sings to us as the tide is constantly moving in and out from shore. If I did not live in a mountain valley I would want to live by the sea. At one time my first view of the day was the ocean and it was always an inspiration and guide for the day. 

It has been, "A Painting Day".

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A Painting Day - High Tide - Ruth Andre

"High Tide"

16"x8" Oil and Mixed Media on Paper

Mats Included

by Ruth Andre

(vertical)

$425.00

(second view - horizontal)

I am reading, "Claude and Camille" by Stephanie Cowell. It is a book about Monet's life in Paris when he was a struggling artist doing his best to sell his paintings. At one point he felt he had to leave the city of Paris and find solace close to the sea. He speaks of how the sound of the waves was always with him. The sea was the inspiration for many of his paintings. When I visit the coastal towns here in California there is a part of me that wants to stay so I can see and feel the beauty of the sea. It has been, "A Painting Day".

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A Painting Day - Heading Home - Ruth Andre

"Heading Home I and II"

Each Painting 4.5"x4.5" Oil and Mixed Media on Paper

12"x12" Mat Available for Each Painting

Challenge Paintings Eighty-Four and Eighty-Five

by Ruth Andre

$250.00

There is a story that goes along with these paintings but it is not what I normally talk about. Yesterday my husband was up early and headed off for a tractor show and to meet up with some friends. He only stayed at the show for about an hour and he called to say, I am heading home. Then I got a call saying something was wrong with the car and AAA had been called. A few hours later I received another call saying that the tow truck had not arrived and he had made several calls to AAA saying he was still on the side of the road and needed a tow. Another hour passed and I received another call saying the car was loaded and he would be heading home. The next call was to say the tow truck had broken down and they were waiting for help with the repair. The following call was to let me know the repair was completed and he was heading home and I was given directions on where and when to meet up to get him home. My husband said he had a great one hour visit with friends and then it took eight hours to get home that was not so fun. The whole deal was quite an ordeal and we find out tomorrow what is wrong with the car. Oh happy day and, "A Painting Day". 

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A Painting Day - Safety In Numbers - Ruth Andre

"Safety In Numbers I and II"

12"x24" Oil and Mixed Media on Paper

by Ruth Andre

"Safety In Numbers I"

"Safety In Numbers II"

I have enjoyed the day working in the studio. My special project is moving along and in between paint applications and letting the paint set up  I have been working on this painting, "Safety In Numbers". I love the colors in this painting and I love painting on paper. This peace really needs to be seen in person to see the true colors and textures that make it so much more. Each piece is 12"x12" with a white 2.5" border. It is a little cooler today with a promise for rain and the sky is showing its moody ways. It has been, "A Painting Day".

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A Painting Day - Veil of Light - Ruth Andre

"Veil of Light"

4.5"x4.5" Oil and Mixed Media on Paper

12"x12" Mat Available

Challenge Painting Eighty-Four

by Ruth Andre

$125.00

It was a quiet day with an overcast sky. It felt good to see a veil of warm light in the valley. I decided to take some time away from the studio today and only wandered in late afternoon. I have been working on a special project and it has taken me over in a way. Sometimes stepping away is the best way to move forward to let the ideas find their way. I had started this painting, "Veil of Light",  a few days ago and only finished it today letting the hazy day be my guide. It has been, "A Painting Day".

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A Painting Day - Wings - Ruth Andre

"Wings"

4.5"x4.5" Oil and Cold Wax on Paper

12"x12" Hand Cut Mat

Challenge Painting Forty-Two

$125.00

Our small ranch in the valley is mostly flat with some sloping as the land falls to the creek then the land veers at a steep angle as it moves past the creek and up the mountainside. The ground squirrels find our little plot of land a great spot to hang out. They seem to have a good life until the shadow of a soaring hawk shows itself and then the squirrels run for shelter. The hawks glide over the land and perch in the tall trees always on watch. I do enjoy watching the hawks soar with their wings held wide in the sky. 

This coming week may be a little crazy. I am preparing for my talk for the Sierra Wax Artists meeting at the University Art Store downtown Sacramento, California next Sunday, July 19th. It seems there is always more to do. I have worked on an outline but will also need to think about what to paint and what Oil and Cold Wax techniques to show. There is much to consider that may give inspiration for the artists that come to the meeting. 

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