The Imposter

This week the DPW Challenge is to paint "roots and bulbs". My first thought was an onion with a patterned background. Then I thought of stacking a couple of them. As I discussed the idea with my walking buddy, she said maybe I could make a "snowman". That intrigued me so I found a piece of material with a snowman theme to use as a backdrop. While setting up my still life, it became apparent that onions don't stack well. However, I had some cute red potatoes that did. And it just so happened that their imperfections worked perfectly with the snowman theme. Here's my imposter!

The Imposter, 6 x 6 pastel and ink on sanded paper

Roadside Cosmos

"Roadside Cosmos"
Pastel and ink on sanded paper - 6x6 in
http://www.dailypaintworks.com/fineart/dorothy-jenson/roadside-cosmos/189195

One of the things that charmed me about visiting South Korea in the month of October was the profusion o...f wild cosmos that bloomed along the roadsides. We experienced sunshine, warm temperatures, and these cheerful flowers on every exploring adventure through the country. My memories of that trip are happy, pleasant ones!

 

 

Fresh from the Garden

"Fresh From the Garden"
Pastel and ink on sanded paper - 6x6 in
http://www.dailypaintworks.com/fineart/dorothy-jenson/fresh-from-the-garden/189016

While visiting our son and his family in South Korea last year, we were surprised to see so many people gardening in every tiny space available around town. At the outdoor markets, many of those gardeners were selling their produce in very humble ways. I've been wanting to do this image for a long time and the weekly DPW challenge ("Away from Home") was just the push I needed.

Double Trouble

"Double Trouble"
Pastel and ink on Sanded paper - 6x6 in
http://www.dailypaintworks.com/fineart/dorothy-jenson/double-trouble/188914

I must admit to mixed feelings when I see deer coming up out of the forest into my back yard. They are lovely to see, but the garden holds it's breath and trembles. Most of my plantings are "deer resistant", but you never know how hungry the woodland creatures may be...

 

 

Winter Cactus

"Winter Cactus"
pastel and ink on Wallis sanded paper - 6x6 in
http://www.dailypaintworks.com/fineart/dorothy-jenson/winter-cactus/187511

I knew this was going to happen. Yesterday I did a painting of the blooming cactus on the dining room window sill, and of course today the cactus on my bedroom dressor whined for a painting of it's own. "Don't I look great against the blue wall?" Well, yes, I see your point. Here it is.

 

 

 

Blossom View

"Blossom View"
pastel on black sanded paper - 6x6 in
http://www.dailypaintworks.com/fineart/dorothy-jenson/blossom-view/187292

The DPW Challenge this week is to paint the view from a window, and I could hardly wait to do it! On my windowsill I currently have a couple cactus in bloom which are sharing the space with a light sensitive "dancing" plastic flower given to me by the grandchildren. This is my dining room window and the blossoms have a very nice view of the forest beyond with evergreens, nearly leafless maples, and some dried ferns up nearer the house. Thanks for the challenge.... this was fun!

Red Scarf

I've seen this young man several times early in the morning waiting for a school bus, sitting on his instrument case, and have thought it would be a fun subject for a little painting. It has been so cold lately, but like some adolescents, he isn't dressed as warmly as he ought to be. Today I had a few minutes to sketch out my idea, and just because I'm a concerned Mom-type person, I gave him a stocking hat and a bright red scarf, which is probably what HIS mom has been trying to get him to do all along!

Red Scarf, 6 x 6 pastel and ink on Wallis sanded paper

Holiday Sale Time!

No new picture today since I have been so busy with other things lately. But I do want to tell you that I am having a super crazy half price sale on most of my original artwork! Check out the link below for my Daily Paintworks: Everything in that gallery has been marked to half price for the month of December. Know anyone who wants an original pastel painting for Christmas?

Daily Paintwork Gallery!!

If you are wondering about framing, talk to me. I am able to cut a mat and backing to fit your frame for a small fee.

What about some of the older paintings you might have seen on this blog but are not listed in the Daily Paintworks gallery? Email me, and I'll give you a super deal.  :)

Don't forget, I also have cards for sale in my Etsy Shop. $3.00 each online or 6 for $15.00 if you visit me in person.

My Etsy Shop

Happy Holidays!!