Showing posts with label Beatrix Potter. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Beatrix Potter. Show all posts

Saturday, April 12, 2014

Beatrix's Roses by Sandra Galda (Juried into NAA Regional show)

"Beatrix's Roses" by Sandra Galda
12x13 inches oil on linen

This oil painting was juried into the Newburyport Art Association's 2014 Regional Juried Show, April 25-May 25, 2014. I spent many long hours on this one, one of many exercises I have worked on in the Ingbretson Studios where I am training in the Boston School of painting.  

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Wednesday, November 21, 2012

"Color Study: Beatrix's Roses" SOLD

"Color Study: Beatrix's Roses" by Sandra Galda
6x8 inches oil on linen
SOLD

If interested in purchasing any of my available art on this blog, contact my email address sgalda@aol.com or use the PayPal button if included in the post. Small works are signed in full on the back of the painting. All works priced and sold without framing unless by special arrangement with buyer. Thanks for looking, tell me what you think-leave a comment! Paintings by Sandra Galda are copyrighted. Scroll down this page for more art!

Saturday, January 21, 2012

Update: more work in process: Beatrix's Roses

 
 Update: more work in process: Beatrix's Roses by Sandra Galda
12"x13" approx. oil on oil primed linen


 "Brown Paper Study" by Sandra Galda


Thought you may like to see additional work I am doing now.  The brown paper charcoal drawing is part of the studio process which helps an artist determine if he has an acceptable value pattern and composition.  I have a long way yet to go on the painting, this type of work is very representational and each area must be as true to color value and form so it is a long process. There is much to be learned through this kind of training. I am thankful for the the wise guidance of my art teacher!

If interested in purchasing this, or any of my available art on this blog, contact my email address sgalda@aol.com or use the PayPal button if included in the post. Small works are signed in full on the back of the painting. All works priced and sold without framing unless by special arrangement with buyer. Thanks for looking, tell me what you think-leave a comment! Paintings by Sandra Galda are copyrighted. Scroll down this page for more art!

Sunday, June 12, 2011

"The Little Cook"



"the Little Cook" by Sandra Galda
6"x6" oil on self hanging gessobaord


If interested in purchasing this, or any of my available art on this blog, contact my email address sgalda@aol.com or use the PayPal button if included in the post. Small works are signed in full on the back of the painting. Thanks for looking, tell me what you think-leave a comment! Paintings by Sandra Galda are copyrighted. Scroll down this page for more art!

Wednesday, June 8, 2011

update :Brown Paper Prep Drawing and experimental blog....

Brown Paper Prep Drawing by Sandra Galda
charcoal and chalk on brown wrapping paper

This is an update on the brown paper sketch prep drawing for a still life in the studio.  This is the first time I am doing this exercise which aids an artist in exploring the value systems, edge characteristics, and composition, in a still life set up in preparation for a painting.  I am putting an additional special interest blog that is in its trial stage-Not sure if it will fly for long but here it is!  http://thebostonschoolofpainting.blogspot.com/
 If interested in purchasing this, or any of my available art on this blog, contact my email address sgalda@aol.com or use the PayPal button if included in the post. Small works are signed in full on the back of the painting. Thanks for looking, tell me what you think-leave a comment! Paintings by Sandra Galda are copyrighted. Scroll down this page for more art!

Wednesday, May 4, 2011

Tuesday's color exercise

 Tuesday's color study by Sandra Galda
8"x10" oil on cradled gessoboard

 This is my second attempt at a "color study" just hitting the color notes and not worrying about producing a painting.  The gold cloth in the background is painted tooooo yellow.  I see areas of the set up that could use adjustment, for example, I may need to throw a slightly darker tone on the back white "wall."  If interested in purchasing this, or any of my available art on this blog, contact my email address sgalda@aol.com or use the PayPal button if included in the post. Small works are signed in full on the back of the painting. Thanks for looking, tell me what you think-leave a comment! Paintings by Sandra Galda are copyrighted. Scroll down this page for more art!

Monday, May 2, 2011

Studio Exercises

 Color Notes Exercise 5-2-11

 Still life set up for Color Notes Exercise

 Brown Paper Value Study of still life

 Second Full Value Figure Study by Sandra Galda
(unfinished, 2.5 days, 2 hour sessions)

First Full Value Figure Study by Sandra Galda
March 2011 (somewhat finished)

Here is some of the exercises I am currently busy with at Ingbretson Studios.  Paul's brushwork is evident in the colorful study at top, he took my brush and generously worked some on this one for my instruction. I will save it as a good example for my records of a "start."  The aim is to "hit the color notes" in the still life as accurately as possible and only roughly indicate the shapes of the items.  I have painted since childhood, but today is my very first day to pick up paint and paint in this studio!  I have been training in the Boston Style of fine art for the past 3 semesters. Even though I have not been busy with my own painting very much since March due to  a fractured wrist (rollerskating with our daughter and her classmates), I can do some artwork--but it does make my wrist hurt after a while.  If interested in purchasing this, or any of my available art on this blog, contact my email address sgalda@aol.com or use the PayPal button if included in the post. Small works are signed in full on the back of the painting. Thanks for looking, tell me what you think-leave a comment! Paintings by Sandra Galda are copyrighted. Scroll down this page for more art!

Friday, March 25, 2011

In Process: update "Mrs Rabbit Cooking"

Update in process:  "Mrs. Rabbit Cooking" by Sandra Galda
6"x6" oil on gessoboard

This week had me busy with some kitchen remodel items and ill hubby and daughter.  I hope to get this one finished this weekend! If interested in purchasing this, or any of my available art on this blog, contact my email address sgalda@aol.com or use the PayPal button if included in the post. Small works are signed in full on the back of the painting. Thanks for looking, tell me what you think-leave a comment! Paintings by Sandra Galda are copyrighted. Scroll down this page for more art!

Monday, March 21, 2011

new start.."Mrs. Rabbit Cooking"


In process: "Mrs. Rabbit Cooking" by Sandra Galda
6"x6" oil on gessoboard

This new image is blocked in with some colors and values...a little different than how I usually begin. Hope to finish soon:)  If interested in purchasing this, or any of my available art on this blog, contact my email address sgalda@aol.com or use the PayPal button if included in the post. Small works are signed in full on the back of the painting. Thanks for looking, tell me what you think-leave a comment! Paintings by Sandra Galda are copyrighted. Scroll down this page for more art!

Wednesday, March 16, 2011

"Peter's Letter" (SOLD)


"Peter's Letter" by Sandra Galda
5"x7" oil on gessoboard
(SOLD)

Here is a previously posted work---couldn't resist reposting because Easter time is in the air...and these figurines are so appropriate. To purchase, click here.   If interested in purchasing this, or any of my available art on this blog, contact my email address sgalda@aol.com or use the PayPal button if included in the post. Small works are signed in full on the back of the painting. Thanks for looking, tell me what you think-leave a comment! Paintings by Sandra Galda are copyrighted. Scroll down this page for more art!

Friday, February 18, 2011

"Foxy Whiskered Gentleman" and utube vids on art academy

"Foxy Whiskered Gentleman" by Sandra Galda
sold

Posting an old one... I am still fighting a pesky chest/head cold.   Hope to be posting some small paintings soon. Below is the Angel Academy of Art (Florence,Italy) UTube series on academy art study. I have had the link at the right of this blog under interesting places to visit, but here it is again: http://www.angelartschool.com/index.html   If interested in purchasing any of my available art on this blog, contact my email address sgalda@aol.com or use the PayPal button if included in the post. Small works are signed in full on the back of the painting. Thanks for looking, tell me what you think-leave a comment! Paintings by Sandra Galda are copyrighted. Scroll down this page for more art!





Friday, November 19, 2010

"Peter's Letter" (SOLD)


"Peter's Letter" by Sandra Galda
5"x7" oil on gessoboard
50.00+sh/h
(SOLD)

If interested in purchasing this, or any of my available art on this blog, contact my email address sgalda@aol.com or use the PayPal button if included in the post. Small works are signed in full on the back of the painting. Thanks for looking, tell me what you think-leave a comment! Paintings by Sandra Galda are copyrighted. Scroll down this page for more art!

Tuesday, November 16, 2010

Finished: "Tea with My Foxy Whiskered Gentleman"

Finished: "Tea with My Foxy Whiskered Gentleman"
8"x10" oil on gessoboard

I am done with this one, just need to sign it. I think I will brew a nice cup of tea now ....  :)  If interested in purchasing this, or any of my available art on this blog, contact my email address sgalda@aol.com or use the PayPal button if included in the post. Small works are signed in full on the back of the painting. Thanks for looking, tell me what you think-leave a comment! Paintings by Sandra Galda are copyrighted. Scroll down this page for more art!

Tuesday, November 9, 2010

In Process: Beethoven and "Tea with Foxy"

"Beethoven Cast Drawing" by Sandra Galda

"Tea With my foxy Whiskered Gentleman" by Sandra Galda
8"x10" oil on gessoboard

Just updating on my work today.  Had a fun and busy weekend with all the kids in town!  Worked on these two images yesterday and today.  If interested in purchasing this, or any of my available art on this blog, contact my email address sgalda@aol.com or use the PayPal button if included in the post. Small works are signed in full on the back of the painting. Thanks for looking, tell me what you think-leave a comment! Paintings by Sandra Galda are copyrighted. Scroll down this page for more art!

Tuesday, October 26, 2010

Updates: Beethoven cast bust exercise and "Tea With My Foxy Whiskered Gentleman"




Updates: Beethoven cast bust exercise and "Tea With My Foxy Whiskered Gentleman

Thought I would post updates on these two images I am painting/drawing.  I am glad I tried to capture the flower first because it is totally wilted now:)   If interested in purchasing this, or any of my available art on this blog, contact my email address sgalda@aol.com or use the PayPal button if included in the post. Small works are signed in full on the back of the painting. Thanks for looking, tell me what you think-leave a comment! Paintings by Sandra Galda are copyrighted. Scroll down this page for more art!

Monday, October 18, 2010

Update: "Tea with my Foxy Whiskered Gentleman"



Update: "Tea with my Foxy Whiskered Gentleman" by Sandra Galda
8"x10" oil on gessoboard

Had a very busy weekend but did work a little on this ongoing painting. If interested in purchasing this, or any of my available art on this blog, contact my email address sgalda@aol.com or use the PayPal button if included in the post. Small works are signed in full on the back of the painting. Thanks for looking, tell me what you think-leave a comment! Paintings by Sandra Galda are copyrighted. Scroll down this page for more art!

Thursday, October 14, 2010

In Process: "Tea With Foxy Whiskered Gentleman" and "Summer Snack" and a video on art

In Process: "Tea With Foxy Whiskered Gentleman" by Sandra Galda
8"x10" oil on gessoboard

A peek into my next larger painting!  This is what a painting looks like after the first few passes of the brush  :) Below is a daily painting with a paypal button and a first of 4 videos that are on utube now concerning beauty in art.  Many of the sentiments reflect my attitudes towards art today. I am learning to make beautiful art at the Imgbretson Studios. (scroll down to click pause on my music playing widget if you want to veiw this video here on my blog without the background music)

"Summer Snack" by Sandra Galda
6"x6" oil on raymar camvas board

If interested in purchasing this, or any of my available art on this blog, contact my email address sgalda@aol.com or use the PayPal button if included in the post. Small works are signed in full on the back of the painting. Thanks for looking, tell me what you think-leave a comment! Paintings by Sandra Galda are copyrighted. Scroll down this page for more art!


Friday, September 10, 2010

Apple Slices (SOLD) and an award!


Apple Slices by Sandra Galda (SOLD)
4"x4" oil on gessoboard
40.00+sh/h


 

Peter's Garden Lunch by Sandra Galda
11"x14" approx. oil on gessoed masonite
(NFS yet)
Apples slices are fun to paint.  Now this one also has a pay pal button.  Below the "Apple Slices" I am including the large painting I finished last month , one of two that was juried into the Newburyport Art Association's Fall Show and sale.  I was informed that this one above received the oil painting award.  I am so grateful and so happy!  If interested in purchasing this, or any of my available art on this blog, contact my email address sgalda@aol.com or use the PayPal button if included in the post. Small works are signed in full on the back of the painting. Thanks for looking, tell me what you think-leave a comment! Paintings by Sandra Galda are copyrighted. Scroll down this page for more art!

Saturday, August 28, 2010

99% finished: "Tailor of Gloucester"

Finished:  "Tailor of Gloucester" by Sandra Galda
11"x14" oil on self hanging gessoboard

Finished four large paintings. If interested in purchasing this, or any of my available art on this blog, contact my email address sgalda@aol.com or use the PayPal button if included in the post. Small works are signed in full on the back of the painting. Thanks for looking, tell me what you think-leave a comment! Paintings by Sandra Galda are copyrighted. Scroll down this page for more art!

Friday, August 27, 2010

In Process : "Tailor of Gloucester"



In Process: "Tailor of Gloucester" by Sandra Galda
11"x14" oil on gessoboard
(not done yet:))


This is the next large painting I am working on-again a nightime indoor pic that needs reposting when sun is out.....  There are so many parts that still need work.  One of my favorite tricks this week is to turn the large paintings upside down and try to paint that way, only looking at the subjects as shapes and colors, to keep looking anew at the items and better notice accuracy or lack of it.  It really helps point out to me errors of drawing and value.  This and all the larger works may show up with a pay pal button on this blog when they are done.  If interested in purchasing this, or any of my available art on this blog, contact my email address sgalda@aol.com or use the PayPal button if included in the post. Small works are signed in full on the back of the painting. Thanks for looking, tell me what you think-leave a comment! Paintings by Sandra Galda are copyrighted. Scroll down this page for more art!