Jewelry, puppies, macarons. I told you the best things come in small packages! Paintings do too! Both of these paintings are in the Utah Watercolor Society "Small Works" show, on display at Red Butte Gardens, June 22 through July 15th.
One unique aspect of this show is every painting has to be 12" or small in both directions, including the mat and frame! It's like seeing the sparkling gems of the Crown Jewels, only without the hefty pricetag and the long lines. These smaller paintings are priced affordably. The other unique aspect is that this show is supporting the mission of the gardens, which is "to cultivate the human connection with the beauty of living landscapes." That's an invitation not just to view the show, but to experience how the artists connect with nature, and how you connect with the beauty portrayed in the artwork! You have to come see these in person! LEFT: This is my third in a series of Hydrangea paintings. I am so in love with these flowers! I'm calling this one "Hydrangea Fireworks," because don't those big, bright blossoms resemble fireworks exploding in the sky? They never fail to take my breath away! RIGHT: This is possibly the eighth in a series of small tulip paintings, and my favorite so far. I love the serenity of these particular tulips as they all lean in harmony, and I imagine a faint breeze nudging them ever-so-gently in that direction. We could all take a lesson in rhythm and harmony from tulips. UWS "Small Works" Show June 22–July 15, 2018 Red Butte Gardens 300 Wakara Way Salt Lake City, UT 84108 Open daily 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. QUESTION: What is your favorite thing that comes in a small package?
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9/11/2019 11:47:55 am
I didn’t know that you are already on your third in a series of Hydrangea paintings. It’s a good thing that you have been making it as your passion. In all fairness, all these paintings are worthy to look at, that’s why I will never get tired of looking at it! You are selling all these paintings, isn’t it? I am sure that a lot of people would crazy for it especially the idea of your paintings are quite unique. If I have the money, I will surely buy at least one of your paintings because I know that it is going to be worth the money!
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AuthorI am an artist and art instructor working in water media. Just knowing I can watch colors run together makes it worth getting out of bed every morning! Helping students capture the same excitement is equally rewarding. Archives
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