Wednesday, March 21, 2018

In time. In place. In spirit. It just has to be....Green Rhapsody by Elizabeth Chapman


Green Rhapsody
30 x 30 inch
Acrylic


"Love doesn't have to be on Valentine's Day. It doesn't have to be by the time you turn eighteen, or thirty-three or fifty-nine. It doesn't have to conform to whatever is usual. It doesn't have to be kismet at once, or rhapsody by the third day. It just has to be. In time. In place. In spirit. It just has to be." David Levithan


Some paintings, as this one 'Green Rhapsody' available by clicking: HERE ,flow easily and come together quickly, others take a while longer.   In either process, knowing when to let it be is key. It doesn't have to be rhapsody at once or by the third date. The majority of the time it's perservering, patience and continuing to be there as it progresses through stages that at times can be ever so frustrating and ugly. To see beauty emerge from the messes is the reward. That's life too. Bringing it all together into one harmonious piece. In the big picture, I imagine God doing that exact same thing with our lives. In time, in place, in spirit....it just has to be.
And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are called according to his purpose.  Romans 8:28


Monday, January 1, 2018

Wildlife Owl Art Painting "SYLVAN WINGS" by Mary Arneson Art-Works of Whimsy


My generous photographer friends open their hearts and photo albums for me to find a subject that speaks to me.  In this case, a lone owl captured my attention and imagination.
Using his photo and the forest I live in as a guide, the following emerged. 


This painting is professionally framed in a black wooden frame.


     18"x18" Acrylic on Canvas/Framed

     $285.00

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Wednesday, December 27, 2017

Blue Flower Art , Blue Bell Painting "Colorado Blue" by Mary Arneson Art-Works of Whimsy


   


This painting covers all sides of the canvas so framing isn't necessary, but it is an option.
Hang on a wall or present on a tabletop easel.  Either way, you'll always have that taste of Colorado in the spring and summer.

     6"x6"x1 Acrylic on Canvas/sold

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Friday, December 22, 2017

Still Life Painting, Apples, Compote, "Thinking Pie" by Mary Arneson Art-Works of Whimsy


 


Whimsy in shape and color was my journey for this painting.  It is professionally framed in black, (framed size is 12.5 x 10.5) and wired, ready to hang on your wall.


      10"x8" Acrylic on Canvas- Framed size is 12.5" x 10.5"/Available

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Wednesday, December 20, 2017

Waterscape, Miniature Fine Art Painting "WATER BALLET" by Mary Arneson Art-Works of Whimsy


FRESH OFF THE EASEL....


      6"x6"x.75  Acrylic on Canvas

      $85.00

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Monday, December 18, 2017

Wildlife, Nature, Bird Painting, "PREPARING FOR FLIGHT" by Mary Arneson Art-Works of Whimsy



I love it when friends send me photos of birds.....they all know how much I love them!!  This painting was inspired by one such photo five years ago.  We were never able to find the photographer and have since lost track of where the photo was first spotted.  In fact, I had even forgotten about this painting until I recently stumbled across it!!    These two baby birds are painted on 300lb cold press watercolor paper.  It comes unframed so it gives you a chance to choose the color frame that best fits your décor. 

      8.5"x11" Acrylic and Watercolor on 300 lb cold press watercolor paper

      $185.00

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Monday, December 11, 2017

Small Landscape Tree Fine Art Painting "Moody Pines" by Mary Arneson Art-Works of Whimsy





Strong colors were used to give depth to this painting.  Display on a small tabletop easel or frame to hang on a wall...either way will be suitable for this piece.

 8"x6" Acrylic on Panel/Available

 $85.00

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Friday, December 8, 2017

Small Landscape Mountain, Tree Painting "River Run" by Mary Arneson Art-Works of Whimsy


No need for a frame with this one.  It's painted on all sides and ready to grace your wall or rest on an easel and liven up a tabletop. 

 7.75"x9".75" Acrylic on Wood/Available

 $85.00

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Wednesday, December 6, 2017

Wildlife, Bird Art Painting "Rainbow's End" by Mary Arneson Art-Works of Whimsy


Lorikeets are one of those beautiful birds that brings an instant smile. 
This painting is comfortable on a tabletop easel as is, or in a frame hanging on a wall. 

 8"x6" Acrylic on Panel/Available

 $85.00

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Monday, December 4, 2017

Two Piece Landscape Oil Painting "COLORADO ASPEN GROVE" by Mary Arneson Art-Works of Whimsy




When I think back to my many years living in Colorado, deep blue skies and golden Aspen groves always come to mind. 


These two paintings can be hung side by side or separately.  Each painting is 14 x 7 and comes unframed as they are painted on all sides.  If you prefer them framed, that can be easily done.



  14"x7"x.5"" " Acrylic on Canvas

  $175.00

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Friday, December 1, 2017

Still Life Floral Painting,Poppy,"CRIMSON BLUSH" by Mary Arneson Art-Works of Whimsy

                           
A lovely poppy to display on a tabletop easel.  Equally at home on a wall by itself or nestled in a grouping.

Perfect to display on a tabletop easel.

  5.5"x7"x.75" " Acrylic on Wood

  $85.00

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Wednesday, November 29, 2017

Still Life Floral Landscape Painting,"DANCERS IN THE WIND" by Mary Arneson Art-Works of Whimsy

                        




 As a kid I loved that time of year when the Milkweed spilled their seeds.
 They were like tiny dancers on the wind.

 Perfect to display on a tabletop easel.

  6"x6"x1" " Acrylic on Canvas/sold

  Commissions welcome.

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Monday, November 27, 2017

Winter Snow, Landscape Painting, Colorado Landscape "Winter's Last Grasp" by Mary Arneson Art-Works of Whimsy




One of my favorite snow falls of the winter season is the one that buries you in snow just before the warm winds of spring begin.  That kind of snow is usually wetter so making snowmen and having snowball fights is much more fun!! 

  16"x20" Acrylic on Canvas/Framed

  $385.00

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Friday, November 24, 2017

Still Life Floral Fine Art Painting, Pink Flowers "My Pink Tutu" by Mary Arneson Art-Works of Whimsy




This painting is part of a series I did to show focus and drama utilizing blacks, grays, and whites surrounding a splash of color. 

"My Pink Tutu" comes framed in black with a framed size of 13 x 11.  It is wired and ready to grace your wall. 


  8"x10"  Acrylic on Canvas

  $205.00

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Wednesday, November 22, 2017

Sunflower Art ,Floral Painting "WHAT WAS, WHAT IS" by Mary Arneson Art-Works of Whimsy



As age has settled on my shoulders, I've noticed that my once sharp memory has become a bit clouded.....and that thought was the inspiration for this painting.

  16"x20"x.5"  Acrylic on Canvas

  $380.00

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Monday, November 20, 2017

Wildlife Bird Art Painting "Feathered Rubies" by Mary Arneson Art-Works of Whimsy




Cardinals are one of those beautiful creatures that you never forget...no matter your age when you first see one.  I was blessed to have grown up with them around me.  After many years living in areas where there were no Cardinals, I once again am living among them.  The are truly jewels of our forest!! 



  FRESH OFF THE EASEL.....

  12"x12"x1.5"  Acrylic on Canvas

  $285.00

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Friday, November 17, 2017

Wildlife, Cougar Fine Art Painting "Wild and Free" by Mary Arneson Art-Works of Whimsy





Although I've never seen a cougar in the wild, they continue to fascinate me.
In a grouping on a wall or displayed on a table, this painting is sure to please.

  7"x9"x1"  Acrylic on Wood

  $85.00

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Monday, November 13, 2017

Wildlife Bird Art Painting "Fractured Flight" by Mary Arneson Art-Works of Whimsy



 14"x11" Acrylic on Canvas

 $150.00 

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Friday, November 10, 2017

Red Flower Art ,Poppy Painting "Out of the Blue" by Mary Arneson Art-Works of Whimsy

                               


  12"x12"x1.5"  Acrylic on Canvas

  $175.00

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Wednesday, November 8, 2017

Wildlife Owl Art Painting "Wings of Silence" by Mary Arneson Art-Works of Whimsy





Have you ever witnessed an owl flying at night?  We used to see them all the time when we lived in California.  One of the wonderful things about owls is that their wings make almost no noise when they are flying.  I've learned that is because their wing feathers are very soft and they need stealth to catch their small scurrying prey.  My  inspiration for this painting was a video of a Eagle Owl coming in for a landing...now that was awesome to see! 


 14"x18" Acrylic on Canvas

 $285.00

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