Arlene's Art Stuff

Seascape

2012-01-20T11:13:00.001-06:00

I was commissioned to paint this seascape on a bathroom door. I just finished it today!

PAINT PARTY FRIDAY

2011-11-18T01:02:00.000-06:00

This is a watercolor I painted using watercolor pencils. I enjoyed the process, adding numerous colors to the flower. In fact I enjoyed it so much I painted the same design in several different colors. I have a pink, a white and a yellow flower, also. I hope you enjoy my submission to PPF.

PAINT PARTY FRIDAY

2011-11-04T21:26:00.001-05:00

This is my selection for PPF. A collage using some antique buttons , watch parts, sunflower and pear. Two of my favorite things to paint. My computer is not cooperating with me , I have more pictures, but can't download.

PAINT PARTY FRIDAY

2011-10-28T07:29:00.000-05:00

This design has been framed using a frame I found in a thrift store. I gave it nrw life by painting it white.

Words for Thought

2011-10-27T11:37:00.000-05:00

This would be a wonderful thing to do as we begin buying our gifts for the coming Christmas and holiday season. What do you have to say ? Share with friends.

PAINT PARTY FRIDAY

2011-10-21T17:10:00.000-05:00

Watercolor Poppies

2011-10-19T17:14:00.001-05:00

Watercolor Poppies

I have been working on this painting all week, after painting I decided to make it a collage. It seems I just can't stop, just keep adding elements and having a barrel of fun! I used watercolor paint instead of pencils. I like the pencils, but the wc paint has more vibrance. I used acrylic paint for the swirls and leaves. I used wc paint to stamp the designs in the upper left corner. I added the words using perm ink pen. What do you think of my collage?

I used orange and yellow, as I did in the painting in the last post. I seem to be stuck in a rut. I do love color.

PAINT PARTY FRIDAY

2011-10-14T13:36:00.000-05:00

My contribution for PPF. There is some doodling, watercolor pencils, vintage paper, rubber stamps and acrylic paint. Hope you enjoy my mixed media, painted on cardstock. I will make prints and use part or all in other projects.

Now check back to Paint Party Friday.

New Art for Paint Party Friday

2011-09-30T08:51:00.001-05:00

I am showing you a new design that I can use for my art collages, cards, or whatever I desire. This is done on watercolor paper with acrylics. I enjoy your comments and am anxious to submit this art to Paint Party Friday!

Surprise! Suprise! Back again.

2011-09-27T12:33:00.000-05:00

I have had a busy summer, what with having our home for sale and trying to stage it. We haven't sold, but will continue to try. Apparently I haven't done enough staging, so will continue watching DIY for ideas.

Here is a painting I did a year ago and now it is that time again. Hope you like it.

I have discontinued my painting classes, too much of my time was spent preparing for classes. Now I am painting however and whatever I want. Sometimes we have to have our time, but I miss my students.

PAINTING

2011-03-10T16:54:00.000-06:00

THE PAINTING BELOW IS A COLLAGE WE WILL BE DOING LATER NEXT MONTH. WE ARE BUSY PAINTING BIRDS, FLOWERS, AND BUTTERFLIES AND ADDING THEM TO OUR ALTERED BOOKS, THEY ARE SO MUCH FUN! EVERYTHING WE PAINT IN CLASS IS MY DRAWINGS AND DESIGNS. I ENJOY DOODLING, DRAWING AND PAINTING, IN FACT, I APPRECIATE THE MOTIVATION MY STUDENTS GIVE ME TO CREATE.

THE SECOND PICTURE IS ONE OF MY VINTAGE TRAIN CASES THAT I COVERED WITH PRINTS OF MY PAINTINGS AND SCRAPBOOK AND VINTAGE PAPERS USING MOD PODGE( I LOVE-LOVE THAT STUFF). I WILL USE THE CASE FOR STORAGE OR MAYBE GIVE AS A GIFT.

My painting Classes

2011-03-10T11:19:00.024-06:00

Painting classes are in full swing with painting and altering a book. The class is interested in painting this Paris collage in the near future. At the present we are working on a birds, flowers, and butterflies altered book. My, how we are into birds! We can't stop finding pictures of birds, designing, sketching, and painting them.

Fun day

2010-09-11T21:57:00.000-05:00

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I hope you enjoyed looking at the pictures.

SPRING PAINTING

2010-09-02T15:51:00.001-05:00

The top painting was done in the early spring, love the colors. I used a product, Stucco from DecoArt, it adds dimension to the pic. It was fun to work on and would be a beginner's project, easy but appealing to the artist. The second painting was done with fall colors and was considered for the painting retreat. This is a different technique, but also a fun project.

Eyeglass case

2010-08-31T08:26:00.000-05:00


I have been painting on glass cases and have many more to paint. These make wonderful gifts as everyone needs a glass case for reading or sun glasses, snacks, sewing kit, etc. The case is a great way to organize your purse. I plan to get out my bird magazines and draw more birds. I haven't had time to sketch in my journal, but that is going to change. When I get the courage, I will show my journal, maybe. Have a wonderful day.

HOME AT LAST

2010-08-30T20:30:00.000-05:00

I have been staying with my granddaughters for a few day while their parents and friends are in Mexico. They arrived home today, I got home around 4:00 pm and am tired and need to rest a few days.
I want to get in my studio and finish up the kits for the paint-in. I plan to start that tomorrow.

card for the troops

2010-08-26T13:00:00.001-05:00


Ozark Hills Painting Chapter has been working on cards to send to our troops, which is being done by others in the SDP. This little bird is my contribution to the cause. I have been working on it for several days and need to do some changes, but I will have it ready by 11 September. I decided to post this today as I am leaving to stay with my beautiful red haired granddaughters. It will be like a vacation for me. Shelby works all day and Shannon goes to school, I will have time to plan some things. I plan to work in my sketch journal, as I am a little behind. I promise I will return Mon. or Tues. and post about my adventures. Sorry, the picture is blurred.

SEPTEMBER PAINT-IN

2010-08-25T21:16:00.000-05:00

I WILL BE TEACHING THIS PROJECT AT OZARK HILLS PAINTING CHAPTER ANNUAL PAINT-IN, SEPTEMBER 11, IN LEBANON. I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO TEACHING AGAIN AS I HAVEN'T TAUGHT FOR QUITE A WHILE. COME AND HAVE AN ENJOYABLE DAY PAINTING WITH A GROUP OF FANTASTIC PAINTERS. CONTACT ME FOR MORE INFORMATION. I NEED TO KNOW HOW MANY PEOPLE ARE PAINTING SO I CAN GET THE KITS READY.

School starting too early

2010-08-12T10:06:00.005-05:00

Today is the first day of school for Jack, my oh my, the summer break was so short! He is in Junior High this year, 7th grade.
Today is a beautiful Thursday, but very hot today. I continue working on my art and filling each day with ideas that I must try. More and more ideas...When I work in the studio time passes so quickly and before I realize Pat calls on the telephone and asks, "Whats for dinner? or When or what do we eat?"
I have started an art journal and will try to add pictures.

Things I've Listed

2009-12-16T19:59:00.001-06:00

I am not having alot of people looking at my Etsy site, I know I should try harder, but I am computer illerate. I use google and that is very helpful. I don't have a problem adding the gadget, but always have trouble finding the picture I want to add.
There are some blogs I follow(check them out on my complete profile.)Then there are some blogs I need to add. That will be something I am working on starting now! Joy of Home is one I find so interesting.

Things I have made

2009-11-03T08:55:00.003-06:00

I recently listed some handmade items on Etsy and want to share them with you.

Altered Art Books

2009-02-18T19:28:00.001-06:00

A few years ago I altered 3 books. A dedication to my mother, Sisters, and A Rose by Any Other Name.

I hope you enjoyed looking at my work in progress.

Valentine Gift

2009-02-13T16:04:00.001-06:00

My husband is so thoughtful, I have been begging for a new camera, sometimes we have to keep reminding them about what we need and so that’s what I got for Valentine’s Day. I am posting some new pics to see how it compares with the old camera. These are pictures of boxes and cases I have either painted or decoupaged.

What do you think? I love my new Canon.

Pat aka Ben

2009-02-08T08:22:00.001-06:00

This is a picture, I had not see before today, of Pat in the late 50’s a few years before we met. Cousin Gayle and Grandpa Brandel are in the background. The first picture below is Pat’s Great-Grandfather Brandel and family. Second pic, Pat, Ed(his brother) and Great-Grandfather and Great-Grandmother Helton, last pic, Pat and Kathleen(friend from Texas) on the farm near Brinktown. I love vintage pictures, don’t you?

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TRASH TO TREASURE TUESDAY

2009-01-20T15:57:00.002-06:00

This is my first trash to treasure this week, a cheese box that I have painted with a large sunflower and checks. I purchased the box at a rummage sale for $1.00 and presently use to hold Christmas cards received . My Great-Grandmother Baugh dyed, spun, and wove this wool coverlet. My sister had the coverlet and due to the poor condition chose to cut into pieces, mat, frame and give to relatives. I was lucky enough to receive this one. This is very dear to me and hangs in the hallway of my home. Sorry about the flash.

Join Diane for more Trash to Treasure at:

http://diane1876.blogspot.com

Sunday

2009-01-19T09:26:00.001-06:00

We had a partly sunny day here in Missouri as witnessed by the picture Pat took from our deck. If you could see the thermometer it says 46 degrees. We have a much better view of the river and fields in the winter. We often see an eagle in this area. When we hear the crows getting noisy that’s a clue that an eagle may be near.

This view is looking east of our home, our neighbor’s house can be seen. The river is on right side of the picture.

This picture is northeast of our home and the highway is visible in the picture. When the leaves are on the trees it is beautiful, but an entirely different looking area. We haven’t had much snow ,so far this winter, but it isn’t over yet.

Wishing everyone a wonderful week.

Flea Market Finds

2009-01-18T17:05:00.001-06:00

I wanted to show what I purchased at Bear Ridge Antiques near my home. The rooster pitcher was $1.50(a good buy). I will add him to my rooster collection. Two weeks ago I was wanting to give away all my roosters, I thought I wanted something else in my breakfast room and kitchen. Apparently I changed my mind and started buying more roosters. Oh, well a lady can change her mind.

The carpenter’s ruler was $1.00 and I will use parts of it in my art. I was surprised as usually they are priced higher, they have become a collector’s item.

The vintage valentine was in a friend’s booth and I love the colors, the fan is separate from the card . In the same booth I found a pint jar filled with beads and jewelry. Almost everything was a keeper, especially the vintage earrings.

Oh, I didn’t mention the glass dome. Wonder what I will do with it? I will make a glass cloche. I will have to find a base and some type of glass knob or crystal, maybe an earring for the top. Next I will find some treasure to display. See why I am so busy all the time? Sometimes the answer to my creations come when I think about some treasures I have stowed away from an earlier trip to a flea market, garage sale, or thrift store.

52 Questions and Answers this year

2009-01-16T11:35:00.001-06:00

I am starting a mini journal to give an answer to 52 questions posed by Emily. This is a challenge I need to motivate me to journal, after all it is only once a week. Go to her blog and join the challenge. At the end of the year you will have completed a journal. Emily suggests using a small journal as you won’t think you need to write and write. I don’t have any problem talking, but when I write I go blank.

http://embers.typepad.com/e/2009/01/52q-beginsa-year-of-questions-and-answers.html

More later…..

Trash to Treasure Tuesday

2009-01-13T09:59:00.001-06:00

I purchased these bookends at a yard sale a few years ago for approximately 2.00 and have seen them at antique stores for much more. I think they are keepers.

I found this at a thrift store recently for 1.00 and now is one of my favorite things. It is 8 inches tall, just wish I could find one 5 feet tall. It looks as if it is crooked, it isn’t, just the photographer.

I did some painting(rosemaling) on this vintage sewing machine drawer and keep it in the front hall for letters to be mailed, favorite snapshot of family or old books for display. Check Diane’s blog for more trash to treasures at http://diane1876.blogspot.com for January 13,2009.

Shelby’s Birthday Party

2009-01-10T20:40:00.003-06:00

We celebrated Shelby’s 18th birthday at Lebanon today. Her birthday was yesterday, January 9. The immediate family was there except Jeff,Patsy, Janey, Trent, and Kyle. It is difficult to get that many people together at the same time. Shelly served tacos with all the extras, and finished with cupcakes and birthday cake. Shelly had the best coffee, Starbucks Christmas blend, I must buy some if they have any left. I made Shelby the birthday crown just to reminds us she is 18. This was my first try and I thought it was cute. She said she was going to wear it all week end.

Trash to Treasure Tuesday

2009-01-06T10:53:00.003-06:00

I have been turning trash to treasure for many years so I have decided to join Diane’s weekly blog. I have been collecting bottles and here is my first try at turning a bottle into something I can use as home decor.

The following picture I have added a paper sculpture made from an old book. I think they look good together. What do you think?

This is a vintage jewelry box from the 50’s. I should know as it is mine. It was split down the side; I decoupage wrapping paper to create stability; kept it red(the original color); and painted roses on the top. I will pass it down to a daughter, someday.

Go to Diane’s blog: http://diane1876.blogspot.com to find the links to other Trash to Treasure.

Painting With Donna

2009-01-03T19:42:00.000-06:00

First, I must say I hope each of you had a wonderful Christmas and I wish everyone a HAPPY NEW YEAR. My holidays have been so much fun being with my family and the grandkids being on vacation from school. Today seems almost back to normal as I attended our monthly meeting of Ozark Hills Decorative Painters in Lebanon. We had a wonderful day together painting, talking, and laughing. Donna was our teacher and I must say an excellent painter and teacher. She taught a class in leaf study. The information given can later be used for reference when painting realistic flower. I tried to take pictures of all the ladies in attendance, but when viewing the pictures I have left out some ladies. Please, forgive this amateur photographer as I truly wanted to get everyone in the pictures. Enjoy the pictures.

These dedicated artists are a wonderful group of people to paint with. We meet the 1st Saturday of each month at the Southern Heights Christian Church in Lebanon, MO. Come and join us for a new learning experience.

Altered Christmas Cards

2008-12-20T16:53:00.001-06:00

I have been working on altering some Christmas cards. This is so much fun, just try. I start by cutting elements from old cards, divide into categories such as borders, verses, pictures of angels, santas, etc. and arranging on blank cards. Once I like an arrangement I glue everything to the card and if needed I ink ,chalk or tear edges. I always have the gold, copper and silver paint pens and edge the card, elements, or envelopes, this gives the card a finished appearance.

I plan to try this with all occasion cards. What do you think, would people like to receive a card of this type? I suppose you would pick and choose who get these cards. Please let me know what you think and if you make some let me know.

Jack and Granny

2008-12-19T22:09:00.001-06:00

Jack is visiting with Grandma and Grandpa and we are making cookies tonight. I am sure they will turn out very good as we have made them before and they were delicious.

I am still learning to insert picture within the blog. I had worked for some time trying to do this and am anxious to see how it looks.

And the Winner Is!!!

2008-12-03T16:33:00.009-06:00

The winner is Maija,so if you can let me know your address I will send you the ornament, tomorrow. I know the weather in Arizona is so much better than in Missouri. We have had snow flurries since noon today, but not freezing, therefore not sticking to anything.
Thanks to all that interred the drawing. Please, if you would like follow my blog. I plan to follow your blogs, I have enjoyed each one I have read.
I have been busy putting items in my store, Art by Arlene, on Lollishops. Check it out!! I will be adding more items as soon as time permits.

Christmas Ornament Give Away

2008-11-24T16:18:00.005-06:00

Lollishops will be opening for business very soon. In honor of the opening I have decided to have a give away. This spoon Christmas ornament has been handpainted by me, the artist and embellished with a red ribbon. Make a comment for a chance to win. I will draw the name of the lucky winner, Wednesday, December 3, 2008. For an extra chance to win all you have to do is mention my give away and a link to my blog. Good luck!!!

2008-11-12T06:36:00.003-06:00

It was a pleasant but windy day for our parade. There wasn't any school Monday and Tuesday so the children participated in the parade. Jack was in the parade and following the parade he came home with Grandpa and me, in Jack's words, "I want to spend some time with you." We played on the computer, made cookies,ordered pizza and had a good afternoon together. Jack and Jo Ann are going on a cruise and then to Disney World to visit Trent next week. They wanted grandpa and me to go, but we decided we would stay home, one cruise a year is enough(especially for Pat). We would love seeing Trent, but we hope he will be home Christmas.

Fall Farm Scene

2008-11-08T08:27:00.004-06:00

The weather is chilly in Missouri this morning as I prepare to go crafting today. There are three shows in this area today and I must be there, talk with my vendor friends, see what's new, and check out the food. I may even stop at a few flea markets and antique shows. I have been looking forward to all of this.

War Eagle

2008-10-26T16:32:00.002-05:00

It has taken me a week to let everyone know about my weekend in Arkansas as I have been catching up on my work and have had somewhere to go most of the past week. We saw some outstanding crafts, but was disappointed to see items in the show that were not handmade. It is a difficult business at best, but when we have to compete with large companies who can mass produce these items(poorly)it becomes next to impossible. It is left to the customer to decide what they want, quality or quantity. Enough, I will get off my soap box.
The craft that stands out in my mind was the jewelry. So beautiful, I wanted one of each, but my budget wouldn't allow. There wasn't a lot of mixed media or vintage. There was a lot of pottery, paintings(most was watercolor), distressed furniture,food and jewelry.
It was awonderful weekend to get away from home, shop, meet old friends and relax.

2008-10-16T08:51:00.000-05:00

Good morning, Have been up since 4:30 A.M.(the dog got me up)and have accomplished a few things such as adding pictures to my blog. These are some ladies I have been working on for a couple weeks. My dear friend, Carol, gave me some magazines from the 20's and I have been sketching and painting. I love the way each girl has her own personality. I haven't named them, but am considering some names. I will let you know when I decide.
We have a busy week end planned and will be heading south to Arkansas for the annual War Eagle Craft Show east of Rogers, Arkansas. This is a girl's week end planned for a year ahead. We will leave early tomorrow(Friday) morning for a three day trek. I am beginning to get excited! There will be lots and lots of people, many large white tents, and crafts galore! This is a juried show so we will see quality work and will return with lighter wallets, but some wonderful works of art. Fourteen people are planning to meet in Bentonville, most from Missouri, two from Oklahoma. I will report on our trip and hope to take a lot of pictures.

Beautiful Weather

2008-10-05T19:05:00.000-05:00

The weather in Missouri has been perfect all week-end, in fact, we have had very pleasant weather all summer. There has been a lot of rain so there is garden produce that in any other year would have been burned up by the heat and lack of rain. My hubby and I went to the small town of Dixon to the church's sausage and chicken dinner. They had fresh green beans, sweet potatoes, apples, green peppers, house plants, mums, and needle work for sale. That was my favorite part of the day. I enjoyed the meal and visiting with people I had not seen for some time, probably since last year. We use to live in Dixon when the girls were young, so there aren't alot of the same people living there now.
Yesterday was a wonderful day of painting and visiting with the members of our painting chapter. Our teacher did a wonderful job of teaching, making it easy to follow her directions.
I am posting some pictures of art work I have done the past few months. I am trying to create Christmas ornaments, decorations, and cards for the opening of the Lollishop Guild which will open in November. I am so thrilled to have been selected to be a vendor. I hope I can fill my shop with goodies to sell.

Promises, Promises, Promises!!!

2008-10-02T10:01:00.000-05:00

I promise that(hopefully) next week I will have some pics of my work on my blog. I have to rely on my hubby to post pics, but I need to learn and next week he will have time to teach me. We got a new computer and now I have to learn all over!!
My belief is that a blog is not a blog until you have pictures to show. I am not one that enjoys typing(never was that good in class)and am not interested in learning to be faster. So for me pictures can tell the story. So, until later.......
I am so happy to be a part of Lollishops Guild and have been chosen as a vendor. I have added followers and hope more join my blog.

Surprise!

2008-09-26T20:11:00.000-05:00

I am so sorry I haven't been posting for a long, long time. I have been dogsitting, gone to painting retreat, and Silver Dollar City and have just returned. Oh, I forgot to mention I have become part of a jury pool for our county and will be serving through Dec. 31. I received good news this afternoon that the trial I had been called for on Monday has been cancelled. What happened to retirement? Maybe I will be able to return to my studio and create some art.
I am still learning new things that work on this blog and somethings that don't work.

altered recipe holder

2008-07-12T18:52:00.000-05:00

I have had this recipe holder for some time, had base coated it, was never inspired to paint or decorate with embellishments. I am so into altered art, I look at everything and ask myself how can I alter this with my art. I am number one a painter(artist,teacher) but oh how much fun to glue, cut, and change items to be pretty. My favorite thing to do is create in my home studio, second is to go garage sales and junky flea markets!!