50 Shades

50 Shades

I just finished painting "50 Shades" (of Gray).  I decided to try to paint a small oil version of this 6" x 12" before I tackle a bigger one.  I like the way the miniature turned out so I feel better about enlarging this image.  This scene I encountered did not seem real it was so beautiful.  I was outside of the Prince of Whales hotel in Waterton, Alberta when the sun broke through the heavy cloud cover illuminating the fjords of southern Canada.  When I examined the dramatic values in the photo I saw beautiful purple grays and pink grays that I incorporated into the painting of the Rocky Mountains.  Grays can be quite stunning.

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Aspire

Aspire

This new (24" x 12") vertical oil painting, "Aspire" was inspired by the towering trees on the coast of Maine.  I had the pleasure of visiting this part of the country this past summer.  We had a few days of rain, then one morning the clouds lifted and the sun shown through the thick forest.  The sun through the fog and trees was my favorite photo from the trip and I knew I wanted to paint it immediately. The original oil painting is currently for sale, but contact me for availability.  Prints on a variety of canvas or paper can be ordered through Fine Art America.

You can see more of my artwork online:
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(a variety of my work: prints and cards available) 
 artforconservation.com  
(limited edition canvas giclees)

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Off the Grid

Off The Grid

This is a brand new watercolor I recently finished.  I named it "Off The Grid" as it was a sweet log cabin perched high in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, several miles from a tiny ghost like town.  The Spring sun was setting and giving a luminous glow to everything in it's path.  This original painting is currently for sale, but contact me for availability.

You can see more of my artwork online:
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fineartamerica.com    

(a variety of my work: prints and cards available) 
 artforconservation.com  
(limited edition canvas giclees)

marygiacomini.com

MGiacominiart.blogspot.com

Adult Art Classes at the Loveland Museum Gallery

Sentimental Snowman

These are the adult art classes I will be teaching at the Loveland Museum Gallery this Winter & Spring (2014).  Classes are limited to 6 students and fill up quickly.  All supplies are included.  You will bring home a finished painting no matter what your experience is.

Swirling Snow Scenes
Thursday, February 13
4 – 6 pm
Fee: $40 each ($32 for museum members)

With acrylic paint, palette knives, and canvas, create impressionistic swirls and strokes in a winter scape. Instructed by Mary Giacomini


Easy Watercolor Flowers
Thursday, February 27
4 – 6 pm
Fee: $40 each ($32 for museum members)
An easy watercolor project for all levels. Paint fun and colorful flowers using a variety of techniques. Instructed by Mary Giacomini 


Acrylic Dot Painting
Thursday, March 27
4 – 6 pm
Fee: $40 each ($32 for museum members)
We will take a look at Barbara Takenaga’s Shaker Blue in the gallery and use it as our inspiration for dot-based acrylic painting. Instructed by Mary Giacomini


Monet’s Water Lilies in Pastel
Thursday, April 24
4 – 6 pm
Fee: $40 each ($32 for museum members)
Study Monet’s water lilies and use soft pastels to create your own. Instructed by Mary Giacomini  

Register by calling the Museum at (970) 962-2410
 You can see more of my artwork online:
Facebook page (open to the public)

fineartamerica.com    

(a variety of my work: prints and cards available) 
 artforconservation.com  
(limited edition canvas giclees)

marygiacomini.com

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Elementary Art Classes

Stove Prairie School 1896

These are the classes I will be teaching this Spring and Winter 2014 at the Loveland Museum Gallery for grades K-5.  In Wild World of Art, children learn about a new art medium in each class to create fun and fabulous projects. Pre-registration is required. Please register at least one week prior to each class. Classes are small with a maximum of 8 students.  All materials are included.
All classes are held 3:30 – 4:30 pm
$20 each ($16 for Museum members)

Valentine Card Collage
Wednesday, January 29
  Make your own handmade collaged cards.

Snowman Sculpture
Wednesday, February 26
  Use Model Magic© and some fun embellishments to make a snowman that will last all year long!

Paint the Rocky Mountains
Wednesday, March 26
  Paint your own mountainous landscape with acrylics.

Fun and Funky Flowers
Wednesday, April 16
  Experiment with watercolor dyes, salt, and color diffusing papers as we make amazing springtime creations.

 You can see more of my artwork online:
Facebook page (open to the public)

fineartamerica.com    

(a variety of my work: prints and cards available) 
 artforconservation.com  
(limited edition canvas giclees)

marygiacomini.com

MGiacominiart.blogspot.com

Western Spirit Art Show 2014

Perseverance

The Snowies

Serenity

This year I have 3 oil paintings accepted into the Western Spirit Art Show in Cheyenne, Wyoming this Spring.  I have participated in this national show other years and have always enjoyed the opening, artwork, fellow artists and patrons.  The opening on March 1st, 2014 will be one to remember.  Their food and drinks are fabulous and since this is cowboy and ranch country many of the attendees will be wearing their finest western dress &  cowboy hats.   These original oils of scenes of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado and Wyoming were places I have been to and am inspired by.  I am fortunate to live in such a beautiful part of the country.
You can see more of my artwork online:
Facebook page (open to the public)

fineartamerica.com    

(a variety of my work: prints and cards available) 
 artforconservation.com  
(limited edition canvas giclees)

marygiacomini.com

MGiacominiart.blogspot.com