My Boxed Fine Art Cards

There's nothing like sending a boxed set of your fine art cards along with your sold art to a buyer.
You can find them on my art FB fan page.

Inspiration and Support from Fellow Artists

I have to say I've met some really wonderful artists online. Not only are they supportive of their fellow artists but also very talented. Artist and friend, Martice, has a wonderful new site, and linked artists that inspire her to one of the pages on her site. I'm honored to be one of them. Thank you Martice! Check out her art and beautiful new site-

Martice's link to her inspiring artists.

Wonderful Opening. Sold a Painting.

The gallery opening night was filled with wonderful family and friends as well as many gallery patrons who had wonderful feedback regarding my work. I even sold a painting on opening night- my beloved "For the Love of Pia" but I'm so happy to say it's going to a good home; to a home of a person who collects art. My painting will be among some famous artists. That certainly made my day!

Gallery Show Coming Up!

This Saturday I will be bringing my framed art to the studio to be hung for the Group Show Opening ( Art Gust ) on August 31st at Gallery Godo in Glendale, California. If you live nearby or are in the area that evening, stop by and say hi. There will be a lot of other artwork to see also!

Framed Art

I think one of the most exciting things about getting ready for the exhibits is having the art framed. The difference is night and day. I had the "Cherry Tree" art hanging around for awhile, and to my surprise, the gallery owner chose it for the exhibit. Seeing it come to life framed was so rewarding. I want to keep it. But as the gallery owner said to me, "Laura, they ( the paintings ) are like children, they eventually have to leave the nest and bring happiness to someone else's life." While I inherently agree with that statement, I will still miss the originals and some of my walls in my home will be empty. But then, they will be in someone else's home making them happy, just like the gallery owner said.
I'm actually considering buying another easel so that I can jump immediately onto another painting when I'm just ending the one I'm painting. Klimt inspired me when I saw a shot of his studio with two easels. Two large canvases graced them. One day I would love to paint something large. I'm looking forward to it.

Schmincke Pastels

Having a great time working with my new Schmincke pastels. Expensive, but so worth it! I'm working on a wedding card right now for my Card Gnome store.

We Imagine Peace Art Festival June 16th

If you happen to live in the Los Angeles area or will be visiting in June, come by the WIP Festival and enjoy the incredible exhibit of art that has been created for this wonderful art collaboration. The themes of Tolerance, Humility, and Love among others will be represented in this exhibit of artists from all over the world that have come together to promote the conceptual elements of peace through art. I have two pieces in the exhibit and I'm looking forward to attending. The art will be auctioned off and the proceeds will benefit a charity. Hope to see you there! And make sure you meet Kira Rose and April Brosemann. They're the ones responsible for pulling this whole event together.

A Little Help From Our Friends

Greeting Card Universe is running a contest where a GCU artist can pick an artist on the site to promote their work. I've chosen Betty Matsumoto-Schuch. She's is an artist that continually amazes me with her creations of Bud & Tony's adventures; two endearing and comical cats that do more than many adults I know! I always look forward to Betty's latest creations and her attention to detail in her work fascinates me. All of her cards are customizable, so you are able to add your own text to the inside, or use them as wonderful keepsake note cards.




This Valentine card is just adorable and will strike a familiar chord with all cat lovers who have to constantly chase their kitties off tables. Especially when one wants to eat! I love how the cats have the human quality of making their own Valentine party. Be sure to check out other Bud & Tony cards at  Betty's Store.

Sherbet

I've come tip-toeing in, not wanting to be seen or noticed. Doesn't everyone have a life? Who has the time or inclination to read blogs all day? Granted, some are informative, others not. Some inspirational, most not. I don't want to drone on about eating breakfast or drinking the latest coffee fix. I want to be a bright spot in your day. A place to come and look at art. Uplifting, thought-provoking, or moving. Or maybe you just won't like something. Art is subjective, and that's why there's so much of it. Just like music. They are both all around us constantly, punctuating our memories as we travel through life. My newest experimentation is pastels. Always loved the look. And now, when I blend the colors on Ampersand's Pastelbord, I'm reminded of the juicy colors of sherbet.