8"X10"
and other things.... This is my daily art blog. I'm artist Dee Sanchez and I live and work in Alameda, New Mexico - the land of blue skies, red hills, and three unique cultures. What a beautiful place to paint! Join me on my daily painting quest, my plein air adventures, my video logs, my "getting ready for a show" preparations, my painting tips, and I may even throw in an opinion or two...I also document my struggles with getting healthy and my crazy family life
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Tuesday, December 30, 2008
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THE "150 CHALLENGE" IS COMING!!
150
CHALLENGE
150 paintings, 150 days, under $150
Starting January 5, 2009
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These paintings will be available at my upcoming solo show in June at Weems Old Town Gallery.
Each painting will be numbered and will be previewed on the evening of the first Friday in June, 2009. There will also be 3 larger pieces for sale at the special price of $150.
Paintings will be available for purchase when the doors to the gallery open at 10:00am on Saturday morning. More details to follow.
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"BLUE FLAGS AGAINST THE WINDOW"
8"X8"
SOLD
The first painting of YEAR 3 of being a daily painter - it's exciting to me to begin again. So many subjects, so little time!
I love iris and when I was growing up, we lived right next door to my grandmother. She had them all; dutch iris, bearded, in every color you could imagine. I used to play in the iris beds and the smell was heavenly - one of the most beautiful smells you can imagine. My grandmother was always digging up irises to give to anyone who came to visit.
So, I hope you enjoy the start of a new year of painting - I can't believe it's here already....
Monday, December 29, 2008
NEW YEAR: NEW PLANS
When I was looking for a photo to post today, I came across this photo of the interior of a really nice hotel in Santa Fe. It seems fitting for today. Another year! A light of hope! New plans! New dreams! New ideas! New goals! A new chance to start over!
Well, let's start with new plans - I have set a big challenge for myself for my new show in June!
The show details are below.
Well, let's start with new plans - I have set a big challenge for myself for my new show in June!
The show details are below.
My dreams for 2009 are to get in shape (this has many sub-goals), travel and spend more with my husband, have a big organic garden, begin a yoga practice, meditate every day, do more plein air painting trips, make some art videos, and help my two daughters to realize their dreams. I also want to meet more people who enjoy my art and just have more fun. Be spontaneous! I think the older we get, the more we forget how to just relax and enjoy being alive. I think all of my goals are realistic and very achievable.
Workwise: I have four commissions to paint and finish in the next two weeks - Dancers, Cosmos Field, Morning Glories, and the Taos Church.
DAILY PAINTING STARTS TONIGHT!!
I will try to post my paintings in the evening, along with a Paypal button. If you have any requests or ideas, please email them to me, as I'm in the planning stages ....
I will try to post my paintings in the evening, along with a Paypal button. If you have any requests or ideas, please email them to me, as I'm in the planning stages ....
NEW CHALLENGE - NEW SHOW
My new challenge starts next week for my show in June at Weems Gallery Old Town.
Here it is:
150
150 paintings
150 days
$150
The paintings will range in size from 5x5 to 12x12. I will also paint a few larger sizes: 12x16, 16x20, and have one or two large paintings as well. All for $150 or less! A great time for you to beome a new collector, build up your current collection, or just come to the show to see if I met my challenge!
The show will culminate the first week in June at the Old Town gallery. There will be food, music, a painting giveaway, and more. I may start a new blog for your viewing just to keep track of my 150 paintings. Watch for that....
So, as you can see, there is A LOT of painting in my future. Thank you all for tuning in, keeping me sane, giving me good feedback, purchasing my work, and just being there. It's a great big beautiful world we live in, filled with good people, and I love you all.
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
IT'S CHRISTMAS EVE!
This has been a hectic, but wonderful year - I've made lots of new friends and defnitely kept the old. I love you all.
This is my Christmas tree. The orange twinkle lights go into my kitchen. On the left, you can see the door to my studio and one of my easels.
Today, I am finishing up my shopping, cooking, wrapping, and the million other little things we do to get ready for the holidays so we can enjoy our family and friends and just spending time together. May you have a wonderful Christmas and many blessings next year.
Please scroll down to see the finished sunflower commission. I think it's pretty beautiful!
Sunday, December 21, 2008
Friday, December 19, 2008
"CREAM ADOBE WITH HOLLYHOCKS"
10"X8"
SOLD (js)
I am working on my large commissions but I had to slip in a little daily painting. I have someone who has been asking for hollyhocks and sent me wonderful photos of the many she has and her beautiful yard. This is from a photo I took last year near my home. Stay tuned for a painting video tomorrow...
Thursday, December 18, 2008
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
TWO PAINTINGS
SOLD
SOLD
My two small commissions are complete.
My two small commissions are complete.
Now comes the two big ones!
Stay tuned tomorrow...
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
MORNING SUNRISE
Good morning! This is the sight that greeted me at about 7am this morning when I let the pups out of my studio. It was actually pretty breathtaking, a photo doesn't do it justice.
This is the view of the mountain and sunrise outside my studio door.
My ornaments are finished, boxed up, and ready to ship! Now, if we can just get out to the post office - the roads are very icy this morning, so I hear on the news.
I'm working on two small paintings this morning for a friend, toning and sketching a large canvas, and sketching an 18"x24" folklorico dancer painting. I'm also making fudge to send to a friend in Utah. It's a good day to stay inside, build a fire, and just enjoy life...
Sunday, December 14, 2008
ORNAMENT
Ornament
This is an ornament I painted for an old friend - we went to middle school together. I always envied her because she had seen the Beatles in concert and she had a cool Southern accent!
You can't see in the photo but there are little red poppies all across the bottom and a line of lavender and yellow triangles all around the middle.
Today, it's churches!!
Friday, December 12, 2008
20"X20"
SOLD
I have had this painting a long time and was going to keep it, but it is taking up valuable space in my studio. It is 20"x20" and framed with a beautiful custom honey-colored pine floating frame. This painting would normally retail for about $650. I am offering it through Paypal starting later on today through Sunday for only $250 plus shipping. Shipping should be around $50.
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Tuesday, December 09, 2008
Commission
32"X36"
A sketch of an idea for the painting. The sketch is rough and doesn't show the depth and detail of what the flowers will look like. My collector already has a big 36"x36" floral, so this painting will be similar in color and tone, using a lot of the same flowers - just a variation to add more interest and so it doesn't look exactly like the original. The pot will be a dark copper with shades of gold and orange. It could be shorter and more plump to fit in more flowers. The sky will be mysterious and various shades of grey/blue. The mountains in the background are rust fading to black at the bottom. Below is where it's going:
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Monday, December 08, 2008
"WELCOME"
8"X10"
SOLD (TF)
Another in my series of seasonal New Mexico churches.
Tomorrow I am working on completing ornaments to ship out this week.
"ST. THERESE, TAOS"
10"X8"
SOLD
This painting is from a photo I took in Taos this year. Of course, I embellished a little. The original was in bright daylight next to the highway. I added a mysterious moon and the farolitos. The highway became a nicelittle sidewalk.
Saturday, December 06, 2008
MY TWO PUPS
As you can see, Bella has moved herself right in and captured half of Roy's territory. Notice how his feet are hanging off the edge of the bench. He's way too sweet to her. If he's laying on the bench, she will bark at him until he gets down and then she will hop up and try to take up the whole space. They are better than television!
Today, all of the antique stores, schools, etc., in my neighborhood are having Shop and Stroll and Holiday Bazaars so my cousin and I are going to check them out. Just to get in the spirit of the season and have fun. Probably no painting today!
Friday, December 05, 2008
"TURQUOISE VIEW"
SOLD
A nice little hollyhock painting with a turquoise window. Available for purchase, see below.
A nice little hollyhock painting with a turquoise window. Available for purchase, see below.
"HIDDEN CHURCH AT GOLDEN"
6"X8"
SOLD (TF)
A luminaria painting of my little church at Golden, NM, before they replastered it into two different colors. I like the new but I loved the old.
I'm still working on commissions and ornaments, so today will be a busy day. I will try to sneak in a daily painting too.
Thursday, December 04, 2008
Good morning!
I saw this video on my good friend Pedro's blog and it made me smile and think about just how far away I've gotten from being spontaneous and doing something JUST FOR FUN. Enjoy!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QIIDP2nfEUs
I saw this video on my good friend Pedro's blog and it made me smile and think about just how far away I've gotten from being spontaneous and doing something JUST FOR FUN. Enjoy!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QIIDP2nfEUs
Wednesday, December 03, 2008
"HOLLYHOCKS"
SOLD
This is a smaller version of a hollyhock commission I'm working on. I am offering it for sale at a special price of $45 plus $10 shipping. I have about three more 6X8 canvases that I am painting this week and will offer them to you at the same price. I think they'll make nice Christmas gifts for someone, or a nice gift for yourself! Purchase information is below.
This is a smaller version of a hollyhock commission I'm working on. I am offering it for sale at a special price of $45 plus $10 shipping. I have about three more 6X8 canvases that I am painting this week and will offer them to you at the same price. I think they'll make nice Christmas gifts for someone, or a nice gift for yourself! Purchase information is below.
Something New
10"X8"
I'm painting so many churches and all things "New Mexico" and I decided to sketch something a little different to challenge myself. I've had this photo sitting around for a couple of years and always thought, "I'll get around to this someday..." Now I may look at the sketch for a couple of years, I don't know! This is a table with fine wine, grapes and a fireplace in the background. I believe that's an angel sitting on the mantle, not sure from my picture though - it's a little blurred. So today I will be working on 15 ornaments, two medium size works, and about 8 small commissions. I also got my large canvas back yesterday that will be going in a big nicho over someone's fireplace. And next week is my birthday! I will be turning 54. So many things to do, so little time....enjoy your day!
Monday, December 01, 2008
8"x8"
SOLD
Aah, so simple, yet so spiritual. This is the most beautiful church in New Mexico, in my book.
Chimayo is very special too, but I believe that the back of this sacred adobe has the designation of being the most photographed church in the world. I may have just heard that somewhere! I have some video of it that I may try to get on later. Purchase information is below.
Sunday, November 30, 2008
SPECIAL ORDERS
I am working on a couple of special order ornaments this week. If you would like an ornament created for your tree, please email me this week with your request. If your order is accepted, they will be $30 plus shipping and I will be working on them for this week only, so I will accept orders on a first come-first served basis. I can paint pretty much anything on an ornament. One of the favorites this year seems to be a church with luminarias. Payment is by Paypal only.
Friday, November 28, 2008
"VINTAGE HOLLYHOCKS"
10"X8"
SOLD
These hollyhocks are at my favorite local antique store down the street. The turquoise color is actually an old pie chest sitting outside on the porch and the hollyhocks were in front of it. I thought they were beautiful and of course, I had my camera with me, so voila!, here they are. Straight from The Antique Co-op. Purchase information is below.
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
"LIGHTS OF CHIMAYO"
8"X8"
SOLD
I never tire of painting these little village churches, especially Chimayo. I've never seen it with luminarias, maybe I'll be lucky enough to drive up there on Christmas Eve sometime. Purchase information is below.
Sunday, November 23, 2008
"STREET DANCERS"
'STREET DANCERS"
8"X8"
I felt like doing something a little out of the ordinary. I dug up an old photo of some dancers performing on a cobblestone street in front of a small crowd. The colors are a little unusual for me; more muted and understated. Anyway, I hope you like it. Purchase information is below.
TOMORROW'S CHALLENGE:
Email me with a subject or photo you would like to see me paint. I will choose the first email I receive after 8am Mountain Time. Please don't make it too hard!
8"X8"
I felt like doing something a little out of the ordinary. I dug up an old photo of some dancers performing on a cobblestone street in front of a small crowd. The colors are a little unusual for me; more muted and understated. Anyway, I hope you like it. Purchase information is below.
TOMORROW'S CHALLENGE:
Email me with a subject or photo you would like to see me paint. I will choose the first email I receive after 8am Mountain Time. Please don't make it too hard!
Saturday, November 22, 2008
"TRIO"
SOLD
I'm back with the dancers tonight. I love these colorful dresses, they are much more spectacular in person. Especially when there's a big group of performers and they're all twirling around. Very beautiful to see. And the music...aah, that's a whole 'nother story!
See below for purchase information:
I'm back with the dancers tonight. I love these colorful dresses, they are much more spectacular in person. Especially when there's a big group of performers and they're all twirling around. Very beautiful to see. And the music...aah, that's a whole 'nother story!
See below for purchase information:
Friday, November 21, 2008
"NO NEED FOR STARS"
8"X8"
SOLD
This is the first of several seasonal paintings.
A quaint little New Mexican church with Christmas trees and luminarias. Or farolitos, depending on where you live.
I may also attempt a couple of snow scenes, something I've never painted before.
8"X8"
SOLD
This painting is a rendition of an older piece I did on this blog a while back. It's a commissioned painting and I think it came out better than the original. It's a little brisk here this morning. My new puppy (and her older brother) have been waking me up at about 7am to go outside (they sleep in my studio), so I have to prepare myself for the blast of cold. Then it warms up nicely during the day. As soon as the sun goes down, wow, it hits you again. That's New Mexico for you!
Watch for a church tonight and maybe sunflowers tomorrow....and...have a wonderful day today.
Thursday, November 20, 2008
"MEADOW POPPIES"
8"X10"
SOLD
My favorite paintings - wild masses of flowers with bits of color spread throughout.
I have decided to leave each of my daily paintings up for approximately one week. If not sold, they will be placed in the galleries and may be purchased there.
Tomorrow I am thinking of a New Mexico Christmas church with luminarias.
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
"TAOS SPRING"
10"X8"
SOLD
This is my first daily painting after the show. I was looking through photos and the subject matter just jumped out at me. Taos is so spiritual and beautiful it can take your breath away, and I would love to be there right now before the heavy snowfalls come. I love the acequias and the old-fashioned tradition of irrigation ditches - we have one of our own that we open every spring and it waters the whole yard.
Purchase information is below.
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
"EVENING SKY 2"
30"X30"
I really love this painting. It's a beautiful sunset with a purple foreground. It's available for purchase at Weems Old Town, information is below.
Today I am actually starting a few commissions I received from the show and a couple more that I want to finish this month. One is large, three are small, and two will probably be in the medium-size range. I'm also toning my daily painting canvases, going to work out, and doing some yardwork. And I thought life after the show would be easy!
Enjoy your day and look for the next daily painting posting coming soon!
Paintings: Weems Old Town 303 Romero St. NW, 505-764-0302, Albuquerque, NM.
Sunday, November 16, 2008
I'm Back!
HELLO EVERYONE!
Thanks for being patient.
I finally got my computer back today.
I had to get a whole new system and boy, was I missing my blogsite.
I had a great show, thanks to all who came out to visit me. I loved seeing old friends and new faces alike. It was a long four days though, so I have rested most of this week. I took all of my leftover paintings to the gallery and am starting my daily paintings tomorrow. I also have a couple of commissions to attend to. I'm hoping to get everything completed by Thanksgiving and then take time off to enjoy the holidays. I'd like to paint a few ornaments and post them online, but we'll see. Anyway, I just wanted to say hello and that I should be posting every day now. Take care and keep watching...
Dee
Sunday, November 09, 2008
UPDATE
Hello everyone,
I am finally home from the show, it was awesome. Bunches of hard work, but very worth it! I sold a lot of paintings and saw old friends and made some new ones.
I am having major trouble with my computer right now - it won't let me access my internet explorer, blogger, or payPal right now, so you won't see any blogs until I get it fixed. Please bear with me...thanks for your support and stay tuned....
I am finally home from the show, it was awesome. Bunches of hard work, but very worth it! I sold a lot of paintings and saw old friends and made some new ones.
I am having major trouble with my computer right now - it won't let me access my internet explorer, blogger, or payPal right now, so you won't see any blogs until I get it fixed. Please bear with me...thanks for your support and stay tuned....
Wednesday, November 05, 2008
"COPPER POT"
"COPPER POT"
7"X5"
Well, it's almost here - I have today and tomorrow to finish up a million things and get ready to display my work at Weems Artfest this weekend. I'm excited! Even with being sick, I am extremely proud of the work I've done and what I've accomplished for this show.
This painting is one of the smaller pieces I finshed yesterday. Today I'm varnishing several large paintings and maybe doing one of two 5x5s. They make such nice Christmas gifts. Anyway, I will post a couple more tonight and here is the show information. Come visit me!
7"X5"
Well, it's almost here - I have today and tomorrow to finish up a million things and get ready to display my work at Weems Artfest this weekend. I'm excited! Even with being sick, I am extremely proud of the work I've done and what I've accomplished for this show.
This painting is one of the smaller pieces I finshed yesterday. Today I'm varnishing several large paintings and maybe doing one of two 5x5s. They make such nice Christmas gifts. Anyway, I will post a couple more tonight and here is the show information. Come visit me!
WEEMS INTERATIONAL ARTFEST
November 6, 7, 8, 9, 2008
Preview Night Thursday, November 6 Honoring actress and painter Jane Seymour
Friday, November 7, 10am - 6pm
Saturday, November 8, 10am - 6pm
Sunday, November 9, 10am - 6pm
Please email if you need more information.
Monday, November 03, 2008
30"x30"
This painting is coming along, it's a little different for me in that there's not much in the foreground! I am thinking of calling it "CINCO" for the five little bushes - maybe sagebrush. It's a little enhanced by the computer. The foreground in actuality is more muted and not so brilliant. It's more work tomorrow for me...
Saturday, November 01, 2008
NEW WORK
20"X20"
I'm back! I'm working on the last of my paintings and will be working up through Wednesday night for my show at Weems Artfest next weekend. I love this painting. It's a work in progress here, although it's actually finished now. I am in the process of creating an inventory of all the paintings and I hope to post more when I'm through. Thanks for the emails and cards when I was sick. I'm feeling a thousand times better and am getting excited. Almost all postcards went out today, except for a few stragglers. Have a great weekend!
Friday, October 24, 2008
Geraniums: work in progress
10"x10"
Good morning! I'm feeling a little better today, I seem to have come out of the "pneumonia fog" a little bit. Lots of works in progress going on right now. I will finish this one up and write more later. Enjoy your day!
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