Cathy Geib's Art

Unique Christmas/Holiday Gifts

2011-11-05T15:09:00.002-05:00

Get cook'in or gardening with these sturdy Aprons with a little ART! They are 100% heavy cotton twill and machine washable. They come in different colors and artwork with it's title.

Great for a man or a woman!

Choose from one of my most popular paintings,

"Friends and Neighbors", or

"Let's Cook" (Number 11) or

"Love that Sangria Wine!",

"Texas Wines", or

"Barnyard Rooster "

Aprons cost $35 and will last a long time!

Don't forget that special painting of your pet/animal for a gift of a llifetime. Here is one of my most recent pet portraits. You still have time to order for Christmas delivery if you act fast! All I need is a photo!

My creative son, Hunter Wagner, has been making

Alamo Birdhouses, and Gruene Hall Bird Houses in his spare time, mostly with recyled materials.

They are great additions to your yard and the birds flock to them.

The Alamo has double quarters for those little birdies that want separate rooms. They are made of cedar and mosaic stone in the front. They measure 14 inches across, 5 inches high and 9 inches deep. $65.

The Gruene Hall is made of cedar and has plexiglass windows for you to peek through. The LED lights turn on at night and recharges the battery during the day through solar power! You can even open the back of the house and clean on cleaning day! With all the lights and extras, Gruene sells for $80.

Order soon for Christmas delivery!

Haus of Antiquities and Old Town Helotes Fine Art Show and Sale

2011-08-05T17:30:00.000-05:00

I am excited to announce that I will by showing my art in the Haus of Antiquites in New Braunfels. The house/galley is run by Ben and Allison Guenther, a darling young couple who are so talented in so many ways!! Here is a quote that will be running on the radio about their new shop.

"We are an unusual gallery of art and furniture for the passionately curious at heart. We strive to create an eco-friendly lifestyle by re-purposing, but with an edge. Our artifacts are hand-selected and completely re-vamped for a fresh and bold new design. No doubt will you find your next big inspiration or something of your most wild imagination. Come fall back in love with intense color, art, and all things that inspire. Be practically curious in everyway."

Ribbon cutting- Thursday August 11 at 4:30

Grand Opening-Saturday August 13, from 12-5. Come on by....it will be lots of fun!

They will also be showing my pet portraits which are done from photographs by commission.

Below is my latest..."Sniffing."

Come also to the OLD TOWN HELOTES FINE ART SHOW AND SALE Saturday, August 20th- 10am to 8pm, and Sunday August 21st -Noon until 5pm. Over 30 artists of variety of media and subjects will be showing. There will be light hors d'oeuvres during the show and wine tasting on Saturday from 4 to 8. Free Valet Parking too. Come enjoy Hill Country Atmosphere in Historic Old Town Helotes.

Indoors at the scenic GARDENS AT OLD TOWN HELOTE

15060 Antonio Drive

Helotes, TX 78023

I will be showing originals and a few prints. Hope to see you there!

Here is one original- Blue Grazing

Boerne Parade of Art This Weekend

2011-04-05T18:52:00.000-05:00

Most of you know that Boerne is a gem in the Texas Hill Country! This weekend makes it even more special with the once a year Parade of Art, 2nd Saturday, and the Boerne Market Days.

Blue Grazing (16 by 20)

Friends and Neighbors
(16 by 20)

Hill Country Apples( 5 by 7)

Love That Sangria Wine! (9 by 12)

The self guided tour for the Parade starts Friday night from 6-9; Saturday from 10 - 8 with the Taste of Boerne at some of the venues from 4 - 8; and Sunday from 11 - 5. I will be at the Rusty Bucket, a wonderful store on Main Street, and the delicious restaurant, Tin Roof, will be providing some samples for the "Taste".

You can walk during your tour to the various venues, or take the trolley! What fun to see beautiful downtown Boerne, drink some wine, and see fabulous art!

I will have some of my Texas themed art, roosters and chickens, as well as prints and cards.
Hope to see you there!!!

Kauai Roosters and Chickens Everywhere!

2011-03-07T19:22:00.000-06:00

This Christmas we went to Hawaii for a wedding and stayed a few days in Kauai. What a beautiful place and my camera couldn't stop flashing pictures of the chickens, roosters, and families with baby chicks! They were the most beautiful feathered animals I have seen! They have beautiful red color and occationally speckled white spots. I couldn't decide what to name the one above....Birds of a Feather, or Follow Me. Any ideas? It is 8 by 24 framed in a beautiful sort of rustic frame with anti relective glass. The other one is 9 by 12 framed in a nice black frame with the same AR glass. I think I will name it "Stepp'in Through"

The story goes that the ancient Polynesicians and Europeans brought chickens to Hawaii and the Filipinos brought the brightly colored fighting cocks and the wild chickens. It is said that a hurricane freed all of them from their cages and they now roam and mulitply all over the island. I have to admit I have never seen so many wandering all over the island and crowing all night chickens! Beautiful and fun, except for when you are trying to sleep!

Mark your calendar for the Boerne Parade of Art and Taste of Boerne, It will be April 8 through the 10. I will be at the Rusty Bucket on Main Street. Hope you can come by and have some wine and tastes with me!

Great Gift Ideas and Shows

2010-11-03T17:16:00.000-05:00

These copper pendants are great for the Texas Longhorn Fans! They are printed on copper with wire choker. Really great gifts and the price has gone down for my copper pendant necklaces! Only $29.95...so order now for your Christmas gifts!

Other pendants that I now have are roosters, tiger, and my favorite zebra. I also still have the different elephant pendants.

I will be showing these pendants as well as art at two upcoming shows. If you can't make one, I hope you can make the other.

Don't forget the show on Nov. 13 at the home of my friend, right across from Trinity University. Unique handcrafted gifts for everyone on your holiday shopping list!

Scroll down to see that invitation.

If you can't make that one, there is another one this coming Sunday in Converse. See the invitaion below : Art Across the Americas Exhibit on Sunday Nov7th. from 3 to 7. Exhibit includes Peruvian and local Artists!

Don't forget I also have cards and prints of many of my paintings!

I also do commissions of pets and animals. They make wonderful Christmas gifts!

HAPPY NOVEMBER AND ENJOY OUR FALL WEATHER!

Art Shows and More Art Shows-Holiday Gift & Art Sale

2010-10-26T19:50:00.000-05:00

This flier is for the upcoming show on Nov. 13, Saturday. Come on out! Lots of great gift ideas!

www.yessy.com/cegeib

Coming up this November 13 is a wonderful show at Jan Longfellow's home right across from Trinity University. We set up outside at a beautiful location. The address is 111 Mt. Erin Pass, right off Hildebrand Ave. Easy!

See the above attached flier for details... it is on a Saturday, Nov.13 from 10 am to 5 pm.(Rain date is the following Sat. Nov.20) There are 8 people showing their handcrafted gifts/art for your holiday shopping or

just for you. I will have my original pastel paintings, prints, and cards. I also have copper pendants with images from original paintings printed on them. They all make great Christmas and holiday gifts, so come on out for some

great buys!

Texas Sunset bought by Carolyn

This seems to be the season for art shows! We had a great time at the Wine Styles show Thanks to my college friend, Carolyn, who helped me set it up (and drink some wine) and to my other college friend, Becky, who was able to come since she was visiting family. As usual, Becky is always a good spender! Thanks Beck! Thanks to my other friends who showed up,drank some wine, visited, and supported me. Muchas Gracias! You are all wonderful friends!

Last weekend was the Fire Museum Fall Art Show and benefit for the Fire Museum! It was a beautiful day! Wonderful entertainment from the Noche del Rio dancers and singers, the Texas Clogger, jazz band, visit from the mayor, flute player....etc. It was great entertainment at the Barrera Estate! Thanks to all that participated!

Noche del Rio dancers at the Fire Museum Show

Two More Paintings for Upcoming Shows

2010-10-03T17:22:00.000-05:00

I wasn't happy with the last sunset so I tried it again. This one was done on watercolor paper with an acrylic wash and then painted over with pastel. I think I am happier with this "Texas Sunset".

The second painting is titled "Top of the Morning to You". It is pastel on sanded paper. A little impressionistic in the background. I think I am happy wtih this one too. Love the colors!

I will probably frame them both and have them for the two shows that I talk about in my previous blog.

OCTOBER FUN ART ACTIVITIES

2010-09-29T18:28:00.000-05:00

WINE STYLES HAPPY HOUR AT THE RIM October 13 from 6 to 10! Please come join me for the "Ladies Night Out" at Wine Styles. (Its not just for ladies though!) It's a cute little bar that specializes in all kinds of wines, beers and sangria. I will be showing my art and hopefully drinking some wine with my friends! Two recent paintings were done just for this event!

Love That Sangria Wine
9 by 12 Framed Original Pastel
$145

Texas Wines
9 by 12 matted and framed pastel painting.
Painting is in an 11 by 14 frame.
$165

Wine Stlyes is located at 17503 La Cantera,
Ste 115 You can visit their website at www.winestyles.net/therim

I will also be showing many other paintings, cards and prints. Prints can be made from any of my paintings. They are matted with a backing board and ready for framing. Great inexpensive gifts! So check out my www.yessy.com/cegeib to see if you want to order any cards or prints.
I have groupings of cards that make great holiday gifts....flowers, Texas scenes, Zoo animals, Eagles, etc. They cost less than a card you would buy at the store too! What a deal! You can also buy individual cards with the prints of almost any of my original paintings.

FALL ARTS EXPO & FAIR OCTOBER 17, Sunday from 2-7 pm. Villa del Carmen Estate

This is a free family event Come enjoy food, refreshments, music, dance and original works of art by San Antonio's great artists! I hear the mayor may even pay a visit along with local news stations.

This show is benefiting the SA Fire Department and building of a new fire station.

Summers Almost Over and the Heat is On! Time for Some Art!

2010-08-18T16:00:00.000-05:00

After several months of household repairs, I am finally getting the painting bug again! Just took two paintings to Inspire Fine Art Center for their Inspire's On Fire Juried Show! Last year I won an award for my rooster, so keep your fingers crossed for this one! I took in my baby longhorn and calf lounging in the grass. I'm trying to get a good name....Peaceful Companionship? The Grass is Aways Greener....? Friends on Both Sides of the Fence? Any ideas? It is 16 by 20 and I also am getting some prints made.

Mark your calendars for Oct 13 Wednesday night happy hour at Wine Styles at the Rim. I will be showing my art, cards, and prints along with wine, beer, Sangria and fun! It's a happy hour for women, but along with women, come men! So come on over....I know it's two months away, but I will send out reminders!

Remember that I do animal commissions....make great presents and the holidays are around the corner!

Oh that Sangria Wine! (this one is framed 9 by 13) Those who know me, are well aware of my Sangria Wine!!
Here are a couple others I have been working on. Not quite finished with the Sunset, but working on it.

"Just Another year! " Framed 8 by 10 in a rustic frame

"Hill Country Apples"
5 by 7 framed in a beautiful frame

" Texas Sunset" painted on a textured board and measures 10 by 20

"Garden Peppers" 8 by 10 on textured board

JUNE ARTARAMA TENT SALE

2010-06-23T14:53:00.000-05:00

I am finally coming up for breath after 2 months of work at my home in San Antonio that was flooded from a pipe leak, and then roof and garage door damage from the big storm we had a few weeks ago!

Plus, I just took my sister to the airport after a wonderful week of non stop going and visiting! Lots of fun! See the picture of Serengetti Resort! We were almost eaten by wild animals! :)

Time to refocus and think about art again!

Don't forget to visit the New Braunfels Art League before the National Juried Show ends on June 29th! There is some beautiful art to see and lots of inspiration.

Come visit the June ARTarama tent and backyard ART sale featuring 4 artists this weekend Saturday thru Sunday June 26 the 27th. Address is 8603 Waldon Sts. San Antonio, 78254. I will be showing some original art, prints, cards, and copper pendants. The yard is shaded with a tent, so hopefully we will all survive the June weather!

14th ANNUAL PARADE OF ARTISTS- APRIL 23-25, 2010

2010-04-17T14:58:00.000-05:00

COME TO HISTORIC BOERNE this weekend for the Parade of Artists. I know it will finally be a beautiful weekend to take a drive to the country! It's a self guided tour of galleries, studios and "other walls". I will be at the visitors center when you first come into Boerne off I-10...(.near Walmart parking lot.) Please stop by!

There are 12 galleries to visit; preview and sale of art; and Boerne restaurants are catering food and wine!

The times are Friday April 23 from 6:00 to 9:00:

Saturday April 24 from 10:00am to 5:00pm

Sunday April 25 from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm

Join us for Sunday Brunch at participating galleries and "other walls".

For more information visit boerneart.com

Spring is Finally Here!!

2010-03-14T19:40:00.000-05:00

Love this spring time weather! I've been busy painting during this cold winter so thought I might post a few paintings. They are all available and for sale, so please call me with any questions and prices.

I was accepted into the BPA (Boerne Professional Artists) group and am excited about an upcoming show the end of April. It's called the Parade of Art and there are some absolutely awesome artists in the group. I hope you can come visit. I'll send more information later.

This one is named "Hill Country Apples". It is matted in an acid free beige mat and framed with a reddish brown frame that measures 10 by 20. It looks great in the frame (if I don't say so myself).

As I was taking a walk around the area, I saw a beautiful agave plant and took a picture.... Loved the lights filtering through the plant. This one is 16 by 20. It is not framed yet but I would be happy to put it in a black or brown, or whatever frame you want. Love the colors!

This painting has two panels with the wild flower,Texas Star Hibiscus, and the Ruby Throated Hummingbird that are making their way through the hill country right now. This pastel is painted on a textured board and measures 10 by 20 each. I love the bright reds.

I hope you all have a wonderful spring and get out and enjoy our beautiful wildlife and plants!

February "Love" Specials

2010-01-24T17:00:00.000-06:00

Valentine's Day is right around the corner so I am offering a special discount on all art, art pendants, and commissions. If you buy or order before or during the month of February, you will get a 15% discount on all art in my studio and any commissions during that month.
Prices as of January 1 for pet portrait commisions are: $150 for 8 by 10: $180 for 11 by 14: and $250 for 16 by 20. Take 15% off that price!

I will post some recent paintings.

Longhorns were imported from Spain around 1493. They are tough, hardy, endure through all kinds of weather, sometimes mean and have a strong survival instinct! Go Texas Longhorns!
This particular painting is 11 by 14 on textured board. It can be framed that size or matted and framed to 16 by 20. Unframed it's $170. I offer the best price on matting and framing as well!

WISDOM
I know....it's kinda weird, but this really struck me!
This painting is 11 by 14 and can be matted and framed to 16 by 20. If it doesn't sell in the next couple weeks, I am taking it to a Republican Dinner in Schertz in mid February. Price is $170 unframed.

Paintings on copper pendants are classy and unusual jewelry. These are available now, and I also have roosters, tigers, elephants and any other paintings that can be printed onto the copper. They come in ribbon, rope, or chains...your choice. They sell for $40, but right now it's a great deal with the 15% discount! You can even have your pet portrait on a copper pendant!

I have many more paintings available....from eagles to hummingbirds to flowers and sunsets! Feel free to contact me with any questions.
Thanks and have a wonderful Valentine month!

Christmas Is Coming! - Gifts of Love

2009-12-15T13:46:00.000-06:00

I have been busy busy busy painting commissioned pet portraits for Christmas gifts, and it has been so much fun! I also painted a gift for my stepdaughter and son in law who are in China! He loves the great Northwest and after a year of living in Oregon in this little cabin in a national forest, they moved to China! She lost her teaching job in Oregon because they could not afford to keep teachers....state was going broke! Amazing that is happening in our education system....maybe that's one reason I'm no longer teaching! Instead I am enjoying life and painting! Maybe this painting will inspire them to come back to the good ol US of A!

I wish you all a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!!

Lounging in the Grass & Sonterra Bazaar

2009-11-11T17:22:00.001-06:00

My latest pet portrait wedding present commissioned by my niece. I normally don't do the full dog but I like this one with the highlights in the grass.
Don't forget the Sonterra Bazaar on Friday from 10 to 3:00! There are over 60 vendors, so come on out!
I'm offering a 15% discount to anyone that orders a pet portrait within this next week! Time is running out for Christmas delivery so order now!
Have a wonderful rest of the week!

Two More Paintings

2009-11-04T09:17:00.000-06:00

Just finished these two. Forgot to take a picture of the rooster before I framed it, but it's framed with museum glass which has no glare...so you can still see it pretty well. What should I name it? "I'm outta here!" or "Don't look back?"

The other one is Lexie...pet portrait for Christmas.

I hope to see you all at the Sonterra Holiday Bazaar Nov. 13! It's open to all so come on by.
This Sat. is Trinity which is mostly for alumni and family/friends. Have a wonderful week! Can't beat this weather in San Antonio!

Two Upcoming Shows..This Sat at TU and Friday at Sonterra

2009-11-03T09:36:00.000-06:00

Trinity University is having an Artisan's Show from 11:30 to 1:30, Nov.7, off Shook Ave.
There are quite a few artisans showing. I will have some of these pendants (if they arrive on time), cards, prints and paintings for sale. Hopefully it will be a beautiful day to browse and buy.

Then, next Friday, Nov.13, from 10 to 3:00 at Sonterra, I will be showing in the Sonterra Holiday Bazaar. It's open to the public and there will be lots of wonderful vendors! Come by! It's always a great Bazaar!

Trinity Artisan's Show November 7!

2009-10-29T13:38:00.000-05:00

Come on out for the Trinity Artisan's Show Nov. 7 from 11:30 to 1:00! There will be all different kinds of art and lots of fun seeing people! I will be selling pastel paintings, cards and prints.
Hope to see you there!

New Pet Portrait

2009-10-15T13:15:00.000-05:00

I started this portrait this summer, and finally finished it! The move in August/September slowed my painting down!!
This was a commission from the Trinity Artisans Show last October. It's a Christmas gift for her mother.
The next Trinity show is Nov. 7 from 11:30 to 1:30. Anyone is welcome to come!
Remember Christmas is right around the corner!

Inspire's On Fire Fine Art Gala

2009-09-27T10:19:00.005-05:00

Wow! It's been a long time since my last post! I've been in the middle of an almost 2 month move to the Texas Hill Country! Things are finally starting to settle down and I can get my life back!

The Inspire Fine Art Center had their awards reception for emerging artists last night. I had entered two paintings back in July....Feed Me (two giraffes) and Barnyard Rooster. I was surprised and delighted to win the "Judge's Award" for my Barnyard Rooster! What a thrill! I am now inspired to get back to painting!

Schertz ArtZ 09 !

2009-08-02T11:22:00.003-05:00

The Schertz ArtZ '09 was AWESOME! Walking down the hallway lined with art, into the beautifully decorated room, seeing the Mime with a table around her, and all the people mingling, drinking wine, eating and looking at art on all the walks took my breath away! What a show! Congratulations and thanks to Stella who organized it all and all the Schertz people who assisted. I'm attaching a few pictures.

Two Art Shows Coming Soon!

2009-07-23T12:19:00.004-05:00

This weekend is the Inspire Art Center Show on Sunset from 6:30 to 9:00. Come on out for some margaritas, Virtual Art and Show! It should be lots of fun!

Then next weekend is the Schertz ArtZ '09 first big show at the Civic Center off Schertz Parkway. Thursday is the reception with wine and cheese and music. If you have not already reserved a ticket, you can call and make a reservation. You can call the Schertz Civic Center for more information. It will have all kinds of art from pottery, stained glass, sculpture to paintings in oil, pastel etc.

Above are my two latest. The Red Hibiscus is 8 bt 10 framed in a beautiful large frame that will go with the peach hibiscus. The new elephant is done on textured board. It's not as sad as the other one "It's Hard Getting Old". Any ideas for naming this one??

Have a great weekend!

Triptych Birds of Paradise

2009-07-03T18:03:00.002-05:00

Happy July 4th! I'm off to Colorado with my college friends for a girls reunion. I'm soooo looking forward to cool weather since we are scorching and dying from the drought!

I wanted to finish this triptych before I left so I could remember what colors I was using. My friend Maggie and I did a barter! She painted, tiled and updated my bathroom, and I did this painting for her. The panels will be framed in 12 by 24 black metal frames. The painting is done on a board textured with with pumise and acrylic paint, and then painted over with pastel. Fun technique!

I'm waiting her approval though! May need to touch up things here and there.

Have a wonderful weekend!

New Summer Paintings

2009-06-13T14:05:00.005-05:00

Summer is here and I am trying to get organized with my list of things to do. I need to increase my painting since I may not have a teaching job next year!

Here are three of my recent ones. The pineapple is done with a texture on the board. It's a fun way to loosen up and not be able to have too much detail, which is hard for me!! I'm waiting for my red hybiscus to bloom so I can have a pair of them. Have a great weekend!

Caught Red Handed

2009-05-17T17:16:00.003-05:00

This is one of my latest paintings I did of Stephanie and Travis's little "orphan" cat that they picked up as a kitten at their rent house. His name is Mango and he loved sleeping on the dining room table in the beautiful wedding bowl that my sister gave them for their wedding present. (I was told to not show it to Susu!) They all love the bowl, Susu, even Mango. Hopefully by now he has outgrown it!

It's Hard Getting Old!

2009-04-24T15:53:00.003-05:00

Yes, another elephant! This one really inspired me with all his poor wrinkles and sags! Do you think the inspiration to paint this elephant came from my BIG birthday coming up this summer? I think so. The title is perfect and so true!

Have a great weekend!

Birds Birds Birds

2009-04-21T16:31:00.004-05:00

The endangered Golden Cheeked Warbler lives around the San Antonio area and is being invaded by building, building, building! Too many houses going up around here! I never knew he was so cute until I looked him up and painted him.
Bellow are two more Ruby Throated Hummingbirds. Both are small, 5 by 5 and framed in a goldish frame. They will go to the gallery downtown.
It's Fiesta here! Beautiful weather and lots of partying!

First Annual Juried Show and Exhibition

2009-04-17T09:00:00.004-05:00

Last night was the Juried Competition that was judged by Lorenzo Chavez, a great pastel artist from Colorado. It was lots of fun! I won an Honorable Mention in the animal category for "Elephant Eyes". I also got the People's Choice award. ( I had lots of friends there!!!!) Thanks, you all! I am thrilled with the Honorable Mention since this was my first juried competition.

The owl above my head won first place.

Barnyard Rooster

2009-03-28T17:27:00.002-05:00

I love the colors of this rooster! I am framing it in a red wood frame and think it would look great in a kitchen! I sold the other rooster at the River Art Gallery, so guess where this one is going?
Hope you all have a wonderful weekend!

Happy Hour San Antonio Style

2009-03-27T12:32:00.002-05:00

With Fiesta right around the corner, I decided to set up a margarita still life. I wanted to eat the nachos, but controlled myself! This painting is framed in a cute 5 by 7 red leather frame. Kinda fun with complimentary colors.

Lorenzo Chavez Juried Show and Exhibition

2009-03-15T14:37:00.002-05:00

I'm thrilled! I got into my first big juried show and exhibition with my "Elephant Eyes" painting! Lorenzo Chavez is the pastel artist that will be giving a workshop the first week of April and is judging the show. The paintings will hang in Coppini Academy of Fine Arts for the month of April, through Fiesta, and longer. I'm really excited that I got accepted into the exhibition!!

Don't Mess With US

2009-02-27T15:06:00.002-06:00

My most recent Bald Eagle painting is an 8 by 10 framed in a really nice black and red frame with museum glass. I work at the River Art Gallery on Monday and thought I would take it down there since I sold my other eagle. Lots of tourists stop in to the gallery and since San Antonio is a military town, hopefully the eagle will sell! If not, it might be hanging in my house for a while!

Monkey See Baby Painting

2009-02-20T18:33:00.002-06:00

This is my monkey painting for Becky's new grandson's nursery. What do you think? It will have a mat around it with the birthday statistics written on the mat. I'm still kinda working on it, so let me know what you think.

Elephant Eye and Baby Paintings

2009-02-16T18:28:00.005-06:00

I have been painting lately, but not putting things on my blog. Actually, this is an elephant painting I did for an upcoming show.

Things have been great lately with new babies! My niece Claire had a little boy she named Hunter. I painted a giraffe for his room with the birth statistics written in the clouds. I actually fixed the clouds better than in the picture, but forgot to take a picture of it afterwards.

Travis and Stephanie had a little boy named Harper. Their theme is froggie, so I painted some frogs with the birth statistics on lily pads. I forgot to take a picture of that one too. So I am posting a picture of my perfect little grandson.

Then my friend Becky had a new grandbaby with a monkey theme, so I painted a cute little monkey and will put the statistics on the mat. Such fun!! I will post that picture soon. Not quite finished.

Have a wonderful week!

2008-12-18T18:44:00.002-06:00

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

These are two commissioned pet portraits I have just finished for Christmas presents.

One is Cody and the other is Little Dude. I hope the recipients are happy with their gift!

I am presently working on a house painting commission for a home that Travis sold. It's a little tedious. I think I prefer animals!

Holiday Gifts and Art Sale

2008-11-13T17:03:00.002-06:00

This Saturday is the Holiday Gifts and Art Show at 111 Mt. Erin Pass right across from Trinity University. There will be watercolor and pastel paintings, pottery, jewelry, photography, designer florals, gems and more. Hope you can come!

Here is a painting I just finished to put in the show.

Sweet Stella

2008-11-02T20:06:00.004-06:00

We are headed to Oregon for Thanksgiving to visit my stepdaughter and her husband. I had told her I would paint her new puppy for a birthday present (in July) and she finally sent me a photo. I painted this to take with us. What a cute puppy! Can't wait to see them all!

Election Time

2008-10-20T17:17:00.003-05:00

It's Election Time again, and I don't know about you, but I will sure be glad when it is over! Whew! It sure can get nasty!

This painting is for all the young men and woman that have given us the freedom to be able to go to the polls and elect the candidate of our choice! God Bless them all!

"Rise and Shine" and go to the Trinity Art Show

2008-10-09T18:41:00.003-05:00

This Saturday is the Trinity University Alumni Artisans' Showcase from 11:00 to 1:00. If you are out and about, please stop by!

I'm back to painting roosters again. I named this one "Rise and Shine"

since the sun is hitting it's chest as it's about to crow!

Hope to see you at the show!

Honey Crisp Time

2008-09-28T17:50:00.003-05:00

I love this time of year! The weather is cooling off....at least at night and honey crisp apples are in the grocery stores! They are so good!!

Yesterday I decided to set up a still life in my kitchen and painted all day! I would love any of my artist friends (or others) who see this to critique it...good and bad. I know the picture is hard to see compared to the real painting, but maybe you can see things that I can't. I know I need to crop it....just not sure where yet.

There are lots of art activities and shows coming up, so I want some good paintings!

Thanks for sharing!

Pastel Art Show

2008-09-07T16:46:00.004-05:00

This weekend was the pastel art show at Coppini Academy. It was so much fun and very successful. I sold my "Tiger Eyes" and "Red Delicious".

Thank you to all that showed up....friends and family!

My "Eye of the Sunset" seemed to be a big success, even though I wasn't crazy about it. I am including it in this group of pictures.

Enice Hundley Workshop and Upcoming Show

2008-08-27T17:26:00.003-05:00

We had a great time at the workshop this Saturday at Coppini Academy! It was a one day workshop with an overload of information. We worked on portraits, still life and a photo. I decided to stick with the still life and try to get something finished. I'm still not completely finished with this one because I'm waiting to get the photograph of the apple basket taken at the workshop. (I forgot my camera, like a dummy!) But I am happy with the vibrant reds in this painting.

Hopefully I will have it framed and at the Student Art Show Sept. 5-7 at Coppini. I will be sending out invitations and hope you can come. Friday night is great because it's the reception with music, wine, and food! So please put in on your calendar! Hope to see you there!

Tiger Painting

2008-07-26T16:27:00.002-05:00

I painted this from a picture on a card my husband gave me. He thought it would be a good one to paint, since he knows I like animal faces. I plan to put a black mat around it and then frame it. It might even be good for the Trinity Art Show in October since the tiger is their mascot!

Hope everyone is having a great weekend!

Morning Walk on the Beach

2008-07-15T15:31:00.003-05:00

Long time, no post! I've been busy traveling, visiting family, and doing other things! Currently I'm stepping out of my comfort zone and trying beach, water, and sunset scenes.

This painting of two eqrets was from a picture I took at North Captiva Island in April. I loved all the birds and wildlife! I'm working on a sunset but will post that soon.

Two Giraffes

2008-05-31T13:32:00.002-05:00

I seem to be into doing zoo animals lately. I loved this picture that was taken at a wildlife ranch, and had to paint it. They were hanging over the wagon looking for food.

Have a great weekend!

Leopard Father's Day Present

2008-05-26T09:48:00.003-05:00

I'm about finished with this Father's Day present...still trying to decide on the background. I added some yellow to the blue-gray but not sure if I like it. Any suggestions?

This is for my audiologist friend's husband who likes to hunt.

Hope eveyone is enjoying their Memorial Day Weekend! Thank God for our military men and women!

The Girls

2008-05-24T14:10:00.002-05:00

My tennis friend, Sue, wanted me to paint her girls for their new house they are building. She says it looks exactly like the pictures, so I'm glad she likes it.

I'm working on a couple other Father's Day presents that I will get up in the next couple days.

Hope everyone is enjoying this hot Memorial Day Weekend and not having to drive too far!!

Travis and Stephanie's House

2008-04-21T16:10:00.002-05:00

Since I'm working on houses/landscapes for a change, I painted Travis and Stephanie's house. It has so much charm with the cedar post fence and tool shed Travis built, the bench in front, sun, and all the cute little female touches from Stephanie. It was fun to paint! I'm going for more of an impressionistic look but probably got a little too detailed. It was hard not to with all the little extras.

My First Zebra

2008-04-11T19:56:00.002-05:00

Today I joined the Texas Pastel Society and painted down at the Japanese Gardens. It was a beautiful day! I chose to paint a bridge and water scene. Notice I don't have it up?

Well...it was lots of fun and lunch was good anyway!

KLRN even filmed us for the upcoming KLRN Auction. I am going to use my Riley boxer picture as an example of a pet portrait that I will donate.

When I came home I still had the desire to paint so I decided to paint this zebra picture. The picture was taken at a wildlife farm and I have had the itch to paint it. It's 20 by 16, so it's one of my largest yet. I actually treated the board with an acrylic ground for pastels and it gave it a nice texture for the fur. I am happy with it.

Bruce and Robyn

2008-03-26T18:39:00.003-05:00

I've been working on this birthday present for the past week. My son advertised me on Craigslist (wasn't that sweet?) without my knowing! So I got a commission for a portrait for a birthday present. I had to work fast since I only had a week or so. The man who commissioned it seems to be very happy with it, which makes me very happy!

Robyn, the cat, has her tongue out, which he liked because it "showed attitude".

Painting at La Villita

2008-03-18T12:21:00.004-05:00

Yesterday I spent the day painting at Susan's Gallery. It was such a learning experience, again.

I had started a painting of the house on Sweetbrush, and finally grew tired of it and stopped. I think I'm finished . I am posting a picture of the house and of the painting. I'm after a more impressionistic look.

Then I started a portrait of my niece's cute son, Drew. I love the picture! The football is almost bigger than he is! With a lot of help from Susan, I got it done. But..it was a struggle. It's so neat to paint something that looks like the person, but it is such a challenge! I definitely have lots to learn! Again, I am posting the picture and the painting.

It was such a fun day. I can spend hours doing this! It seems like I do since I'm not getting anything else done!

Another Patriotic Eagle

2008-03-16T17:39:00.002-05:00

I've been busy painting...recently I did this eagle. Tomorrow I am going to La Villita to paint again with Susan. Can't wait! I really get so much out of that and may have to increase my sessions!

I have a new commission with two pugs in the painting. I will be posting that soon.

It's Spring Break! Have a wonderful week!

Precious Chewing Away at a Tennis Ball

2008-03-05T18:14:00.003-06:00

I love this one! Those sweet eyes looking up at you while chewing away at a tennis ball!

It is framed in a blue 5 by 7 frame and looks really cute.

SWEET LITTLE PUPPY FACES

2008-03-03T14:13:00.002-06:00

I am starting a series of 5 by 7 puppy faces. I want them to be colorful and sweet. They are painted with pastels on sanded paper and are for sale! You just might have a dog that looks like these sweet things!

Cute Little Puppy Portrait

2008-03-01T17:01:00.002-06:00

I love painting dogs! This one was so cute and sweet!

God Bless America & Happy Birthday Tom

2008-02-22T16:05:00.003-06:00

Tom wanted an eagle in his office to go with the elephant I painted. He considers himself an elephant hunter in his business, and he is also very patriotic.

This was his 58 birthday present.

My First Portrait Lesson

2008-02-22T15:59:00.003-06:00

This is Stephanie, my beautiful daughter in law, in Hawaii during her wedding ceremony.

I had a wonderful learning experience with my new pastel portrait artist, Susan Carlin, at her new gallery/studio in La Villita. With her looking over my shoulder and giving guidance, I am happy with the way this turned out. Stephanie is really prettier than this, but I'm afraid to mess with it too much! I feel much more confident with pets, animals, and fur instead of skin tones. But I'm working on it!

This is very exciting learning new things and gaining confidence!

I have a BLOG!

2008-02-20T13:26:00.001-06:00

This is pastel painting I did of Riley, my son's boxer. It's one of several I have on my site: www.yessy.com/cegeib
Be watching for all my new artwork I'll be posting....SOON.