Work and Play

 "Thinking of You"

© Nancy Laliberte

4" x 4" acrylic on gallery-wrapped canvas

$35 plus sh

side view

I have been busy with some freelance design work among other projects, but did manage to fit in some painting time. It is all about balance, right? That definitely applies to me. This is a painted version of a collage project. I loved the subject matter and wanted to paint it again. 


In my last post I mentioned the warm weather we had been having. After that spell it snowed a bunch and as you can see in the pictures below we are enjoying our backyard playtime. These were from Sunday afternoon and it was beautiful outside.

 

My son Nicholas taking a spin while Dad (Mike) watches. 

We had to build a berm to keep from hitting the trees.

Nicholas leading the way down the hill.

A double decker tube sandwich! Yum!

Merry Christmas to all...

"The Light of the World"

© Nancy Laliberte

acrylic on canvas

private collection

Merry Christmas everyone! 

Enjoy time with the special people in your life during this magical season. Here are a couple of mine... 

Blessings and peace to all.

Petite Peinture: Love–Nest for Two

"Love-Nest for Two"

© Nancy Laliberte

4" x 4" x 1-3/8" acrylic on gallery-wrapped canvas

SOLD

A piece commissioned by some long time collectors. I won't mention names because at this time of year, most commission pieces are gifts for someone. And, I am not about to rain on Santa's parade. 

Petite Peinture: As Evening Falls

"As Evening Falls"

© Nancy Laliberte

4" x 4" x 1-3/8" acrylic on gallery-wrapped canvas

SOLD

profile view

A midwest sky making a big impact on a small canvas. A special request from special collectors--thank you M & S ;-)

Happy Halloween

"Pumpkin Worthy"

© Nancy Laliberte

6" x 8" oil on panel

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It wouldn't be Halloween without pumpkins. This time of year, I crave pumpkin pie, apple pie and all things cinnamon and spice. And coffee. And chocolate. Wait, those last two are year-round cravings. Oh well.

And continuing in the spirit of Halloween, over the weekend my family and a friend carved up some Halloween fun. Three jack-o-lanterns now grace our front steps. We had a good time and my youngest is pretty stoked about heading out this evening for some trick-or-treating fun. He and a buddy are going as the Kratt brothers from the PBS show, "Wild Kratts."   

Poppy Glow and more...

 "Poppy Glow"

© Nancy Laliberte

4" x 4" x 1-3/8" oil on gallery-wrapped canvas

sold

 side view

In my previous post I talked about being open to new opportunities. Recently I was asked to judge the 2011 Colorama art show for the Wisconsin Visual Artist's Guild. They are a very talented group of artists who show their work at the Reaching New Heights gallery inside Marshfield Clinic in Weston, WI, among other venues. Last Friday evening they had the awards ceremony, and a fundraiser for Marshfield Clinic's cancer research foundation. 


Every time I judge a show, I come away with an even deeper appreciation of what it takes to create, not only quality  and meaningful art, but art in general. Every piece is a part of you. And that is pretty amazing. 

Pictured here is Sharon Dowis receiving the Best of Show award for her piece, "My Kids." Sharon also won an Honorable Mention award for her photography. 

Here, Cindy Markowski receives a second place award for her painting, "Coloration: Nuthatches." Cindy has also had her work in the Woodson Art Museum's international Birds in Art show.


Thank you to the Wisconsin Visual Artist's Guild for the opportunity to be a part of your event! And a big THANK YOU to artist Sharon Feathers who provided these photos of the evening, and also received First Place for her piece, "Lost Hopes and Dreams."  


Click here to check out the Guild's blog and a complete listing of winners from the show.

spring, Spring, SPRING!

"Daffodil Trio"

© Nancy Laliberte

6" x 6" acrylic on panel

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A bouquet of spring cheer to brighten your day. 

Blooming for the Weekend

"Echinacea Bloom"

© Nancy Laliberte

5" x 5" acrylic on paper

$50, matted to fit an 11" x 14" frame

A must-have for your garden. I love how these flowers attract butterflies in the summer and provide a seed snack for birds in the winter. Enjoy the weekend everyone!

Last 4 Days...

Take a break from your busy day and enjoy some colorful art therapy...

Now through Sunday, November 7th, you can view my most recent paintings along with the work of Wausau artists, Val Berkely and Chris Mosse at the Center for the Visual Arts, 427 4th Street, Wausau. Gallery hours are 10 am - 5 pm Thursday and Friday, and noon - 4 pm Saturday and Sunday.

Family Trees and More

"Family Tree V"

© Nancy Laliberte

7" x 5" Acrylic on archival paper, matted

Available

"Family Tree VI"

© Nancy Laliberte

7" x 5" Acrylic on archival paper, matted

Available

"Family Tree VII"

© Nancy Laliberte

7" x 5" Acrylic on archival paper, matted

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Some daily paintings from the last couple of days painted during my "Artist in Residence" stint at the Center for the Visual Arts in Wausau, WI. I am usually there from Tue-Fri 10:30 am until 2:30 pm happily painting away, greeting gallery guests and talking art. Very fun!

and More...

A big THANK YOU to Wausau Daily Herald photographer Corey Schjoth for stopping by this afternoon and taking photos of our show. You can click here to view.

For the Love of Trees

"In the Morning"

© Nancy Laliberte

10" x 10" Acrylic on archival paper

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"Afternoon Glow"

© Nancy Laliberte

10" x 10" Acrylic on archival paper

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We have been having absolutely gorgeous weather lately. Peak fall color is past us and now the leaves are falling like golden snowflakes from the trees. I love painting trees. Perhaps it is a metaphor of connecting to the earth, or for family, I'm not really sure. Regardless, I enjoy their shapes, gestures, personalities and color.

From my three person show, where we live, now on view at the Center for the Visual Arts in Wausau, WI, our "hall" filled with color. Also featured is Chris Mosse's handpainted furniture and Val Berkely's paintings. If you are in the Wausau area, please stop by. The show is delightfully colorful and happy and that is a great place to be.

The Complete Garden

"Square Foot Garden ~ Zucchini"

© Nancy Laliberte

12" x 12" x 1-3/8"

Acrylic on gallery-wrapped canvas

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Zucchini falls under the "Summer Squash" category and personally, I love summer and winter squash. Summer squash for salads, stir fry, dipping in ranch dressing, lasagna, you name it; and winter squash for mixing it with cinnamon, butter and maple syrup. It makes my mouth water just typing!

And as promised, the whole square foot garden on view at the Center for Visual Arts in Wausau, WI.

Square Foot Garden Series

© Nancy Laliberte