Original White Peace Lily Lilies Painting + Art Prints & ACEO Prints! April 14-17 Sketches...

"Peaceful Trinity" Original 12"x12" Painting on Canvas Here

This week my featured painting is "Peaceful Trinity". I love the grace of these flowers, I don't have a green thumb, so it is the flowers I capture in paints that last the longest for me... The original white peace lilies painting is available on my website as are art prints and LE ACEO prints!  The art has a realist impressionist feel.  

Most of my art is also available on my website at lisarusso.com; however, on the first Tuesday of the month, I like to put some art prints and LE ACEO prints on ebay at a lower promotional rate for the duration of the auctions...  This month, my theme is white flowers, you may see them here.

Featured Image "Peaceful Trinity"

8"x10" Open Edition print on Sale here

ACEO 2.5"x3.5" Limited Edition LE 1st of 25 on Sale here

I am linking this post with Inspire Me Monday

http://www.create-with-joy.com/

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April 14-17 Sketches

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She seems to be holding a question in her mind...  I think she is most likely a fairy angel, although she could also be a mermaid or a goddess.  I'm unsure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in April. This is from day 14. 

This is a rough sketch. 

Here is a sketch of some azalea flowers.  They have a soft delicacy...  I'm unsure if I'll paint this sketch or not, but I did enjoy sketching it. 

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in April.  This is from day 15.  

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She is inspired by the fairytale little red riding hood.  This is a bonus variation.  I have yet to decide which one I like the best to move forward towards refining the sketch to paint, but I am making progress.

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in April. This is from day 16. 

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of a tickseed flower.  I think it has a sweet quality...  I'm unsure if I'll paint this or not, but I did enjoy sketching it. 

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in April.  This is day 17.  

This is a rough sketch.

Original White Lily Painting! 1st Tuesday Art Prints & ACEO Prints! April 2-4 Sketches...

"White Lily" Original 8"x10" Painting on Canvas Here

This week my featured painting is "White Lily."  It is set against a soft blue sky...  The art has a realist impressionist feel.  The original flower painting is available on my website as are art prints and LE ACEO prints!

Most of my art is also available on my website at lisarusso.com; however, on the first Tuesday of the month, I like to put some art prints and LE ACEO prints on ebay at a lower promotional rate for the duration of the auctions...  This month, my theme is white flowers, you may see them here.

Sorry to be a little late this week...

Featured Image "White Lily"

8"x10" Open Edition print on Sale here

ACEO 2.5"x3.5" Limited Edition LE 1st of 25 on Sale here

I am linking this post with Inspire Me Monday

http://www.create-with-joy.com/

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April 2-4 Sketches

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  Her eyes are gently closed...  I think she is most likely an angel fairy, although she could also be a mermaid or a goddess.  I'm unsure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.  

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in April. This is from day 2. 

This is a rough sketch. 

Here is a sketch of some phlox flowers.  They have a wonderful energy...  I'm unsure if I'll paint this sketch or not, but I did enjoy sketching it. 

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in April.  This is from day 3.  

This is a rough sketch.  

Here is a sketch of a pear blossom.  It has a wonderful softness...  I'm unsure if I'll paint this or not, but I did enjoy sketching it. 

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in April.  This is day 4.  

This is a rough sketch.

My Photograph of Some Stargazer Lilies + Sketch of a Lily Flower, Big Eye Mermaid, & Clematis Flowers/ January 29, 30, & 31 Art Sketches Daily...

These stargazer lilies were a gift that filled my home with joy, they sat beneath the window in the kitchen.  Lily flowers are a wonderful subject and I may someday sketch and/or paint from the photographs I took of these lovely flowers.  The rose nestled near the back was from our garden.  I hope that you will enjoy this photo!

I love to paint flowers, you may see some of my finished paintings at lisarusso.com if you'd like.

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Here is a sketch of a lily.  These flowers have such an allure...  I'm unsure if I'll paint it or not, but I did enjoy sketching it. 

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in January.  This is from day 29.  

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She is leaning over with her hair cascading down...  I think she is most likely a mermaid, although she could also be a fairy angel or a goddess.  I'm unsure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in January. This is from day 30. 

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of two clematis flowers.  I love the core of this flower...  I'm unsure if I'll paint it or not, but I did enjoy sketching it. 

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in January.  This is day 31.  

This is a rough sketch.

Original White Peace Lilies Painting + Art Prints & ACEO Prints! June Sketches...

"Peaceful Trinity" Original 12"x12" Painting on Canvas Here

This week my featured painting is "Peaceful Trinity". The original white peace lilies painting is available for purchase on my website as are art prints and LE ACEO prints!  I love the grace of these flowers, I recently purchased a peace lily plant for my home and I hope it will like it here...  The art has a realist impressionist feel.  

Most of my art is also available on my website at lisarusso.com; however, on the first Tuesday of the month, I like to put some art prints and LE ACEO prints on ebay at a lower promotional rate for the duration of the auctions...  This month, my theme is a selection of some of my animals, you may see them here.  There is also an angel who was a bonus auction from last month...

I am linking this post with Inspire Me Monday

http://www.create-with-joy.com/

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Here is a sketch of a big eyed gothic maiden.  She has wild and yet beautiful hair.  I think she is most likely a mermaid, although she could also be a goddess or a fairy angel.  I'm unsure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her...

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in June.  This is day 20.

This is a rough sketch.  

Sketch of a Stargazer Lily Flower, April 1 Art Sketches Daily...

Here is a sketch of a stargazer lily.  They have such beautiful petals.  I'm unsure if I'll paint it or not, but I did enjoy sketching it.


I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in April.  This is day 1.

This is a rough sketch.  You may see some of my finished paintings at lisarusso.com if you'd like.

Sketchbook West Las Laguna Gallery Show + Sketch of Lily Flowers, March 19 Art Sketches Daily...

Sketchbook West Exhibition

This is the cover of my tiny sketchbook that measures 3.5x5.5 inches.  I've shared some of the sketches that are within here, but some will be available for viewing for the first time at the show.  The sketchbook will be displayed at the Sketchbook West Exhibition along with the sketchbooks of additional artists.  There will be a mix of fantasy, floral, animal, and assorted sketches within my sketchbook.  The gallery will have white gloves available for looking through the sketchbooks.  I'm hoping to be at the opening, but I will also update at what time I will be there when I have a better idea of when that will be.  I very much enjoy looking at artist's sketches, so I am looking forward to seeing the show!  I have also had one of my larger works selected to be shown there which I will share once I get her framed and ready to go.  

Sketchbook West

Artist Reception: April 6 from 6:30pm to 9:30 pm

Exhibition runs: April 6 to April 28, 2017

Edit: I had written that the exhibit closes on the 29th, but it's actually the 28th.

Las Laguna Gallery

577 S Coast Hwy - Unit A-1

Laguna Beach, CA 92651

949-667-1803

They have additional information about directions and parking here

Winter Hours

Sunday, Monday, Tuesday- 11am - 5 pm

Closed Wednesday

Thursday, Friday, Saturday - 11am-7pm

Note: The gallery is closed during inclement weather including rain or high winds.

E-mail Address:

laslagunagallery@gmail.com

The event information for the opening is here.

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Here is a sketch of a couple of flowers.  I think they are a type of lily, but I am not sure which one, they are mostly white with some delicate pink accents.  These may be for the hair of a maiden, I still need to sketch quite a few more though to determine which ones best suit her...

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in March.  This is day 19.  

This is a rough sketch.  You may see some of my finished paintings at lisarusso.com if you'd like. 

I am also participating in Sunday Sketches.  To view more Sunday Sketches, please visit:

http://alexandramacvean.blogspot.com/

Original White Lily Painting! 1st Tuesday Art Prints & ACEO Prints! December Sketches...

"White Lily" Original 8"x10" Painting on Canvas Here

This week my featured painting is "White Lily". The original flower painting is available for purchase on my website as are art prints and LE ACEO prints!  It is set against a soft blue sky...  The art has a realist impressionist feel.


Most of my art is also available on my website at lisarusso.com; however, on the first Tuesday of the month, I like to put some art prints and LE ACEO prints on ebay at a lower promotional rate for the duration of the auctions...  This month, my theme is angels, you may see them here.

I am linking this post with Inspire Me Monday
http://www.create-with-joy.com/

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Here is a sketch of a big eyed gothic maiden.  She has a look of quiet intensity...  I think she is most likely an angel fairy, although she could also be a goddess or a mermaid.  I'm unsure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in December.  This is day 27.  

This is a rough sketch.  

Original Stargazer Lilies Painting! 1st Tuesday Art Prints & ACEO Prints! November Sketches...

***Thanks so much for all your sweet words on my hand, it is much improved!***

"Vivid" Original 18"x24" Painting on Canvas Here

This week my featured painting is "Vivid". The original stargazer lilies painting is available for purchase on my website as are art prints and LE ACEO prints!  There is a full bloom lily and a lily bud, together I thought they were very sweet...



Most of my art is also available on my website at www.lisarusso.com; however, on the first Tuesday of the month, I like to put some art prints and LE ACEO prints on ebay at a lower promotional rate for the duration of the auctions...  This month, my theme is flowers, you may see them here.

The print versions of the featured image "Vivid" from my 1st Tuesday Sale:
8"x10" Open Edition print on Sale here
ACEO 2.5"x3.5" Limited Edition LE 1st of 25 on Sale here

I am linking this post with Inspire Me Monday
http://www.create-with-joy.com/

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Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She has a look of quiet determination.  I think she is most likely an angel fairy, although she could also be a goddess or a mermaid.  I'm unsure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in November.  This is from day 14.  

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of a crow.  I think the wings on birds are incredible.  I'm unsure if I'll paint him or not, but I did enjoy sketching him.


I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in November.  This is day 15.  

This is a rough sketch.

Sketch of a Calla Lily, August 28 Art Sketches Daily...

Here is a sketch of a calla lily flower.  It is in front of an anthurium.  They are both flowers that I love.  I'm unsure if I'll paint it, but I did enjoy sketching it.

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in August.  This is day 28.   

This is a rough sketch.  You may see some of my finished paintings at lisarusso.com if you'd like.

I am also participating in Sunday Sketches.  To view more Sunday Sketches, please visit:
http://bluechairdiary.blogspot.com/

WIP Gothic Big Eye Wednesday Addams Art Original Painting Work in Progress + August Sketches, Sketch 15, Daylily Flower...

In this original acrylic work in progress WIP big eye gothic maiden painting I'm working on the background.  I've painted in the lawn and some trees, but I still have a bit more work to do on the lawn before I move on to the toombstones... 

This big eye gothic beauty is inspired by Wednesday Addams of the Addams Family and she is set in a Gothic cemetery.  This is an 11"x14" painting on gallery wrapped canvas.  

This is a work in progress, but I also usually post at least one finished piece on Tuesdays if you'd like to come to visit!  You also may see some of my finished paintings at www.lisarusso.com if you'd like.

Here is a sketch of a daylily.  I think lilies are such pretty flowers.  I'm unsure if I'll paint it or not, but I did enjoy sketching it.

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in August.  This is day 15.   

This is a rough sketch.

Original Pink Calla Lily Painting! 1st Tuesday Art Prints & ACEO Prints! June Sketches...

"Flowing Grace" Original 12"x24" Painting on Canvas Here

This week my featured painting is "Flowing Grace". The original impressionistic pink calla lily painting is available for purchase on my website as are art prints and LE ACEO prints!  I'd like to some day paint a white calla lily, but this one wanted flowing colors...  The original is on a beautiful long canvas that is wired on the reverse for ease of hanging.


Most of my art is also available on my website at www.lisarusso.com; however, on the first Tuesday of the month, I like to put some art prints and LE ACEO prints on ebay at a lower promotional rate for the duration of the auctions...  This month, my theme is pink flowers, you may see them here.

The print versions of the featured image "Flowing Grace" from my 1st Tuesday Sale:
8"x10" Open Edition print on Sale here
ACEO 2.5"x3.5" Limited Edition LE 1st of 25 on Sale here

I am linking this post with Inspire Me Monday
http://www.create-with-joy.com/

Here is a sketch of a big eyed gothic maiden.  Her hair is adorned with woodland elements and she looks like she is preparing to take flight.  I think she is most likely a fairy angel, although she could also be a mermaid or a goddess.  I'm unsure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.


I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in June.  This is day 21.

This is a rough sketch.

Sketch of a Lily Flower, May 15 Art Sketches Daily...

Here is a sketch of a lily.  This simple little flower caught my eye and very politely asked me to sketch it, I saw no reason to say no...  I doubt I'll paint it, but I did enjoy sketching it.


I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in May.  This is day 15.  

This is a rough sketch.  You may see some of my finished paintings at lisarusso.com if you'd like.

I am also participating in Sunday Sketches.  To view more Sunday Sketches, please visit:

http://bluechairdiary.blogspot.com/

Happy 4th of July + Vivid Stargazer Lily Flower Original Painting Website Update...

Happy 4th of July! If you're stateside, I wish you a safe and happy holiday.  I took this photograph a while back at Downtown Disney and thought it looked festive.  Happy wishes from http://www.lisarusso.com!

"Vivid" Original 18"x24" Painting, Open Edition 8"x10" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

"Vivid" is a one of my large floral paintings.  It is of a vibrant stargazer daylily.  These flowers were painted from a photo I took of a lovely lily bouquet that was given to me as a gift.  I love lilies.  The art has an realist feel.  This piece is available as an original, as prints, and Limited Edition ACEOs! 

My website at http://www.lisarusso.com has more art available, including a whole section of floral paintings!

Every week on Tuesday, I try to list a small original, some giclee art prints, and giclee LE ACEO prints at promotional prices. Visit here to see what I have available this week!

Pink Calla Lily Flower Original Painting Website Update

"Flowing Grace" Original 12"x24" Painting, Open Edition 8"x10" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

"Flowing Grace" is a one of my large floral paintings.  It is of a long and lovely pink calla lily.  Calla lilies are one of my favorite flowers.  Come to think about it, I have a lot of favorite flowers...  They are so lovely.  The art has a soft impressionist realist feel.  The original is long, the prints are significantly cropped.  If you'd like to see a cropped version, please let me know.  This piece is available as an original, as prints, and Limited Edition ACEOs!

Every week on Tuesday, I try to list a small original, some giclee art prints, and giclee LE ACEO prints at promotional prices. Visit here to see what I have available this week!

My Photograph of a Calla Lily in my Garden + Fairy Angel Big Eye Curly Haired Gothic Sketch Art...

I took this photograph of a calla lily just starting to bloom in my garden.  It was just after some rain and it had delicate water droplets  I love calla lilies, they are such a beautiful flower.  I hope that you will enjoy this photo! 

Here is a sketch of a big eye gothic maiden.  She is a fairy angel with beautiful curly hair.  I was drawn to sketch her by her curls.  I don't think I've painted curly hair before, I've done ringlets (once), but I find her mass of curls highly appealing.  I'm not sure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.  

White Daylily Stargazer Lily Original Painting Website Update

"White Lily" Original 8"x10" Painting, Open Edition 8"x10" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

"White Lily" is a one of my floral paintings.  It is a white daylily or stargazer.  Though they are only with us so briefly, flowers are so beautiful to me, I like to capture them in paint for quite a while longer.  It has a soft realist feel.  This piece is available as an original, as prints, and Limited Edition ACEOs!

Every week on Tuesday, I try to list a small original, some giclee art prints, and giclee LE ACEO prints at promotional prices. Visit here to see what I have available this week!

My Blue and Purple Gothic Lily Flower Art Original Painting! Art Prints & ACEOs!

This Week "Night Lily" Original 8"x10" Painting here

8"x10" print here

ACEO 2.5"x3.5" Limited Edition LE 1st of 25 here

I am listing "Night Lily," an original painting of a blue and purple gothic flower.  I've taken some liberties with the hues of this flower in this piece...

I also have additional giclee art and ACEO prints here this week from Tuesday to Tuesday with a theme of a purple and blue gothic garden...

Most of my art is also available on my website at http://www.lisarusso.com; however, I like to offer some art on ebay at a lower promotional start rate for the duration of the auctions...  I have started at updating and adding payment buttons to my website.  It's a very slow project, but one I am working on.

Original Flower White Water Lilies & Lily Paintings! Art Prints & ACEOs!

Water Beauties Original 18"x24" Painting on Canvas on My Website Here

This Week 8"x10" print here

ACEO 2.5"x3.5" Limited Edition LE 1st of 25 here

This week I am listing "Water Beauties" at my promotional rate as a print and ACEO. The original white with yellow and pink water lily painting is available for purchase on my website!  Water lilies are one of my favorite flowers.  This is my newest original painting.  I also have additional giclee art and ACEO prints on ebay here with a theme of some of my flowers and big eye fantasy flower garden guardians. 

This Week "White Lily" Original 8"x10" Painting Here

8"x10" print here

ACEO 2.5"x3.5" Limited Edition LE 1st of 25 here

This week, for my small original at my promo rate, I have "White Lily," a white lily painting set against a soft blue sky...

Most of my art is also available on my website at http://www.lisarusso.com; however, I like to offer some art on ebay at a lower promotional start rate for the duration of the auctions...  I have started at updating and adding payment buttons to my website.  It's a very slow project, but one I am working on.

My Peace Lilies Original Painting! Art Prints & ACEOs! 29 Faces 10

This Week "Peaceful Trinity" Original 12"x12" Painting here

8"x10" print here

ACEO 2.5"x3.5" Limited Edition LE 1st of 25 here

I am listing "Peaceful Trinity," an original painting of three peace lilies.  These white lilies are flowing together with grace.  Lilies are one of my favorite types of flowers to paint.

I also have additional giclee art and ACEO prints here this week from Tuesday to Tuesday with a theme of lily flowers; from calla lilies to water lilies to a water lily flower big eye fairy garden guardian...

Most of my art is also available on my website at http://www.lisarusso.com; however, I like to offer some art on ebay at a lower promotional start rate for the duration of the auctions...  I have started at updating and adding payment buttons to my website.  It's a very slow project, but one I am working on.

This is face 10 for the 29 faces September challenge.  She is a happy big eye fairy angel sketch.  For 29 Faces, the challenge is to share 29 faces during the given month.

Original Purple & Blue Tiger Lily Flower Painting! Art Prints & ACEOs!

This Week "Night Lily" Original 8"x10" Painting here

8"x10" print here

ACEO 2.5"x3.5" Limited Edition LE 1st of 25 here

Here is "Night Lily" a blue and purple gothic tiger lily flower...

I also have additional giclee art and ACEO prints here  with a theme of purple flowers; some true to life, some more imagined.

Most of my art is also available on my website at http://www.lisarusso.com; however, I like to offer some art on ebay at a lower promotional start rate for the duration of the auctions...  I have started at updating and adding payment buttons to my website.  It's a very slow project, but one I hope to focus on.

Christopharo has asked for some images of art that I'll be bringing to the No Themes & No Limits show in Pomona, California on Saturday June 14th.  It's hard to decide!  Definitely the works will be predominately fantasy, as that has been my primary focus of late.  Additional show information is here.