Daryl Deitz

Artist Of The Month - May 2008

A 11"X15" watercolor called "Sandpiper" By Daryl Deitz. I hope you all enjoy my artwork and have the same admiration for Nature that I do.

"Sandpiper"              

Watercolor                

Artist Of The Month - March 2008

Phyllis Howard is a local, award winning artist working in graphite, acrylic, and color pencil generally in a realistic style. Her work is shown locally, in the Vancouver , Washington area, and in North Texas . Much of her work is large scale since she is a muralist specializing in commissioned pieces.

In her “Wild Things Collection” the eyes of these large creatures are the compelling factor. Each has a personality and the expression sensed in the stance of their bodies or their stares. In most of them gentleness and restraint are evident, even when wary or in warning.

An original takes from 10 – 40 hours to create with care given to minute details, the cast of shadows, the dip of an ear and frequently the glint reflected from the eyes. It’s her desire that you also feel admiration and respect for these magnificent creatures as you view them from her perspective.

"The Eyes Have It"

Graphite and Color Pencil

JoAnne Wyatt

Web Lottery - March 2008

Inspired by the Northwest, Jo Anne creates many unusual effects with different Medias. One year may feature flowers, whales, herons, etc. This latest work will be featured at the upcoming 2008 Pickle Barn Show. The under lament is gold leaf which created a wonderful lighting effect on the artwork. JoAnne’s work is featured in several corporate libraries and is found at Gallery West in Fairhaven . Commissions by appointment

"Aristocrat"              

Watercolor                

Daryl Deitz

Web Lottery - February 2008

"Pink Rhodie"                 

Watercolor                     

Sue Swapp Web Lottery - January 2008 This image is of a bengal kitten with a new found treasure of a hybrid turkey feather. A love of nature and its inhabitants is the major theme in my art. I prefer to capture a moment in time in the life of an animal or bird or in the beauty of nature. I use fine detail, especially in portraying animal or bird life.I mainly paint in oil, but have some images in watercolor and most recently pastel. I show in various local gallery shows and have a booth at other local festivals in the Pacific northwest. Commissions are considered. Contact is by email: sunspun2@comcast.net or phone: (360)293-6556

"Discovery"                          Oil

Sherry Shipley

Artist Of The Month - January 2008

I grew up in the shadow of the Cascades, the beauty of the Pacific Northwest inspired a love of nature and wildlife. Trips to the mountains supply a stunning and endless backdrop for my wildlife subjects which I have been painting for over 40 years. I also love doing the domestic pets and have done portraits of dogs, cats and horses for many years.

While raising a family I attended the Art Institute of Seattle where I graduated with honors with a degree in Visual Communications. I went on to produce art for magazines, newspapers and television, but my background in the fine arts and my desire to paint wildlife called me back to doing what I have always loved. You can find more of Sherry's work at Sherry's web site

"Forest Trees"           

Acrylic and Gouache        

Richard King

Web Lottery - November 2007

After 4 years in the new Air Force as a sargent, I went to College on the GI Bill and became a teacher, Counselor, Vice Principal and Principal. I then thought of what would I do if I retired? So I took a painting class in the evenings at Fort Clayton, Panama and became an ARTIST.

I do try to do Lighthouses that I have seen and others I haven't but do some research on them. I visit them when I can. Also flowers, landscapes, and things of nature. I always take pictures of the things I paint and sometimes I like the photos the best thus the photos part.

"Golden Eagle"           

Watercolor               

Lavonne Brester

Artist Of The Month - November 2007

I was born and raised in the state of Nebraska and moved here in l981 with my husband and seven children. Now that my children are grown I find myself having more time for painting. I enjoy painting with oils and would like to try watercolors. I paint landscapes and wildlife but my favorite, I believe, is portraits. There is just something about painting a portrait that is magical. You can reach me at my e-mail address lavonnebrester@hotmail.com or phone# 360 755-9065.

"Willie"                  

Oil                      

Mary Maue

Artist Of The Month - October 2007

My life has been infused with the love of art and nature since my childhood with an artist mother and six aspiring artist siblings. My art career began with my first commissioned portrait at the age of 13.

I enjoy the diversity and variety of different media. While pastel is my medium of choice, I often return to my first love of painting in oils.

The majestic scenery of western Washington provides the inspiration for my artwork. My leisure
time is spent painting plein air or searching for new material--sketchbook and camera in hand.

"Afternoon Light"                

Pastels                            

Daryl Deitz

Web Lottery - October 2007

"Roses and Goldfinch"            

Barbara Costello

Artist Of The Month - September 2007

"Coupeville Quilt"                

Oil                            

Joan Brosnahan

Web Lottery - September 2007

"Pt. Robinson Light Mt Rainier on Marine Chart"

Anita Johnston

Artist Of The Month - June 2007

Drawing and painting has been a life-long interest for me and through the years I have worked in many media. Currently my favorite media is acrylic, preferably liquid acrylic because it will work like watercolor or like oil and also do things that neither of the others will do. I love to experiment, work in a free style, and let the paint lead the process. It is a technique I learned years ago working with India ink. It is fun! And I believe one should do things she enjoys. My work may be representational or abstract, but to me it always seems connected to land or sea forms: I am by nature a child of the Earth, but I just happen to have a brush in my hand.

"Into The Night"                

Acrylic                         

Jo Anne Wyatt

Web Lottery - March 2007

Starting her artistic career later in life, Jo Anne has won instant praise for her work. Spending time between her career at Windermere Real Estate and a close knit family-she finds the time to immerse herself into her art, giving a sense of peace and beauty to every stroke of the brush. Watercolors, ink, collage and acrylics are her favorite medias. Her work is with Gallery West in Bellingham .

Drawing inspiration from many sources, she has studied under numerous accomplished artists including Canada's Brent Heighton, Xian Gang Zhu, Teresa Saia, Carol Orr, Reiko Mittet, Joan Cawthorne, and her mother, Leota Brickman.

Her artistic affiliations include: Allied Arts, Whatcom Art Guild & Skagit Art Association.

She is here to stay...

"Sunday’s Best"            

Watercolor                

Mary Edwards

Artist Of The Month - February 2007

Whenever I visit a new area, I find myself thinking of how subjects can be interpreted in paint. It doesn't matter what the subject is. The play of light and shadow, the contrasts of color, the shapes and movement in what I am seeing spark a desire to interpret the images on paper or canvas. The beauty of nature defies duplication, but my constant hope is to convey the sense of its wonder. Sometimes oil paints serve the purpose, and at other times watercolors give the effect I'm trying to achieve. Sometimes, it simply doesn't work and then I start again. Every painting session is a new beginning.

"Wenatchee River"                

Oil                               

Gloria McKinley

Web Lottery - February 2007

Gloria McKinley has had a love for ART and MUSIC since she was a small child. She designed and worked on several year books in school. After High School she took classes at Chinaurd Art Institute and Orange Coast College in California.

After raising a family of four, Gloria and her husband "retired" in Oak Harbor, Wa. She began painting again and joined Whidbey Allied Arts and Skagit Art Association. Her favorite medium is OIL, but she also enjoys doing WATERCOLORS.

"My Hideaway"                    

Oil