Saturday Morning Adventures With Paint

I spent a few hours this morning as a student in a couple of on-line watercolor workshops. Although I might prefer to be face to face in a workshop setting, still it’s a treat to be able to learn from artists all over the world from the comfort of your very own studio.

Thanks to Dillman’s Art Workshop Retreat in Wisconsin for sponsoring a live one hour demo paint-along with Colorado watercolorist, Janet Nunn. 

Janet works with Dr. Martin’s Hydrus Liquid Watercolors, but I improvised with my own tube paints. She demonstrated techniques featuring crumpled wax paper and a credit card. 

  • Here’s my version of her winter scene. I love the energy in the sweep of the sky and the snowdrifts.

Dillman’s regularly sponsors online demonstrations with all kinds of artists. Follow their Facebook feed to be alerted to upcoming programs and enjoy replays of past sessions.

Immediately on the heels of that session, I spent two hours in another paint along workshop with UK urban sketcher, Ian Fennelly. Ian is known for his lively, detailed, colorful sketches created with Tombow markers, permanent ink liners, and watercolors. 

  • Even though I live in the middle of the prairies, it was fun to imagine myself seaside as I recreated this rickety beached boat and its sentinel seagulls.

Fennelly’s session was sponsored by EtchrLab, maker of fine sketchbooks. They offer an extensive range of online mini-lab workshops at extremely reasonable prices.

There’s lots of online learning to be had if you keep your eyes and ears open. Have fun!

Congratulations To Winner of Looking Out Painting

Congratulations to Elanna Stann Roth, the lucky winner of the draw for the Glimmers of Hope painting, Looking Out.

Through her window on 2021, Elanna sees us moving forward and traveling light – sustained by what’s within us.

Thanks to the two dozen contributors who shared their hopes and wishes for 2021 – via FB, IG, email and Linked In.

I loved hearing from you all.

Giving Away A Glimmer Of Hope

Happy New Year everyone. Here’s one bonus image in the Glimmer series: Looking Out.

This one’s not for sale. I’m giving it away with thanks for the support I’ve received from all of you for December’s Glimmers Of Hope initiative – the kind words, the encouragement, the purchases – all of it!

Just reply here or send a note (to pat@patkatz.com) and tell me what you hope for when you peer through your ‘magic window’ looking out on 2021.

I’ll be drawing the name of the lucky recipient from all the comments made in by noon on January 2nd.

Wishing you all the best for a wonder filled year ahead.

Holly Jolly – #31 In The Glimmers Of Hope Series

Holly Jolly is #31 in my Glimmers of Hope Art Series. 2020 has been quite the year – not nearly as jolly as we might have wished. Although, even in the midst of a pandemic, it had its moments.

My 2021 wish for you is many more moments bright with joy, peace and love – with a side order of health and happiness for all.

5″ x 5″ original watercolor on paper. Mounted on 6″ x 6″ mat board.

Price: $50 (plus $5 to cover tax & postage). The painting will go to the first person to express their interest in purchasing via email to: pat@patkatz.com.

Glimmer of Hope:  the belief that there is a slight chance that something positive will happen.

Backstory:  This pandemic of 2020 has put a huge dint in our lives – restricting our ability to gather, to travel, and to feel safe and at ease in the world.

I look forward to a time when once again we will feel free to roam and engage with confidence. Until then, it seems we’re destined to gaze longingly through our respective windows on the world, sustained by patience and hope.

To help us get through this final month of what seems like a very long year, I’ve created 31 original paintings in a series called, Glimmers of Hope.

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Bough Wow – #30 In The Glimmers Of Hope Series

Bough Wow is #30 in my Glimmers of Hope Art Series.

A heavy snowfall may be a challenge for travel, but it’s a gift of beauty when it floats in over the boreal woodland or mountain forest.

There’s something magical about the boughs drooping to receive their gift from above.

5″ x 5″ original watercolor on paper. Mounted on 6″ x 6″ mat board.

Price: $50 (plus $5 to cover tax & postage). The painting will go to the first person

Glimmer of Hope:  the belief that there is a slight chance that something positive will happen.

Backstory:  This pandemic of 2020 has put a huge dint in our lives – restricting our ability to gather, to travel, and to feel safe and at ease in the world.

I look forward to a time when once again we will feel free to roam and engage with confidence. Until then, it seems we’re destined to gaze longingly through our respective windows on the world, sustained by patience and hope.

To help us get through this final month of what seems like a very long year, I’ve created 31 original paintings in a series called, Glimmers of Hope.

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Serenity Now – #29 In The Glimmers Of Hope Series

Serenity Now is #29 in my Glimmers of Hope Art Series. Nothing I love more on our travels than spending a few quiet moments in a Japanese Garden. From Lethbridge and Devon to Vancouver and Victoria, Portland, and Phoenix, we’ve seen quite a few. This image was inspired by a lantern in a Japanese Garden in Seattle. The moss loves that west coast rain.

5″ x 5″ original watercolor on paper. Mounted on 6″ x 6″ mat board.

Price: $50 (plus $5 to cover tax & postage). The painting will go to the first person to express their interest in purchasing via email to: pat@patkatz.com.

Glimmer of Hope:  the belief that there is a slight chance that something positive will happen.

Backstory:  This pandemic of 2020 has put a huge dint in our lives – restricting our ability to gather, to travel, and to feel safe and at ease in the world.

I look forward to a time when once again we will feel free to roam and engage with confidence. Until then, it seems we’re destined to gaze longingly through our respective windows on the world, sustained by patience and hope.

To help us get through this final month of what seems like a very long year, I’ve created 31 original paintings in a series called, Glimmers of Hope.

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Travel Memories – #28 In The Glimmers Of Hope Series

Travel Memories is #28 in my Glimmers Of Hope Art Series.

Bread, wine and flowers are amongst the first things we shop for when we settle into a new place on our travels. Often with a little cheese on the side, and always a journal to record our memories.

5″ x 5″ original watercolor on paper. Mounted on 6″ x 6″ mat board.

Price: $50 (plus $5 to cover tax & postage). The painting will go to the first person to express their interest in purchasing via email to: pat@patkatz.com.

Glimmer of Hope:  the belief that there is a slight chance that something positive will happen.

Backstory:  This pandemic of 2020 has put a huge dint in our lives – restricting our ability to gather, to travel, and to feel safe and at ease in the world.

I look forward to a time when once again we will feel free to roam and engage with confidence. Until then, it seems we’re destined to gaze longingly through our respective windows on the world, sustained by patience and hope.

To help us get through this final month of what seems like a very long year, I’ve created 31 original paintings in a series called, Glimmers of Hope.

Read More»

Game Day – #27 In The Glimmers Of Hope Series

Game Day is #27 in my Glimmers of Hope Art Series.

I’m not a die-hard sports fan myself; but I know many of you are missing your teams, your players and the fun of the game. Here’s hoping that Game Days will soon be a part of our future once again.

5″ x 5″ original watercolor on paper. Mounted on 6″ x 6″ mat board.

Price: $50 (plus $5 to cover tax & postage). The painting will go to the first person to express their interest in purchasing via email to: pat@patkatz.com.

Glimmer of Hope:  the belief that there is a slight chance that something positive will happen.

Backstory:  This pandemic of 2020 has put a huge dint in our lives – restricting our ability to gather, to travel, and to feel safe and at ease in the world.

I look forward to a time when once again we will feel free to roam and engage with confidence. Until then, it seems we’re destined to gaze longingly through our respective windows on the world, sustained by patience and hope.

To help us get through this final month of what seems like a very long year, I’ve created 31 original paintings in a series called, Glimmers of Hope.

Read More»

Unboxing Day – #26 In The Glimmers Of Hope Series

 

Unboxing Day is #26 in my Glimmers of Hope Art Series.

Of all the gifts that may have exchanged hands this season, I wish that hope for all rises from the wrappings.

5″ x 5″ original watercolor on paper. Mounted on 6″ x 6″ mat board.

Price: $50 (plus $5 to cover tax & postage). The painting will go to the first person to express their interest in purchasing via email to: pat@patkatz.com.

Glimmer of Hope:  the belief that there is a slight chance that something positive will happen.

Backstory:  This pandemic of 2020 has put a huge dint in our lives – restricting our ability to gather, to travel, and to feel safe and at ease in the world.

I look forward to a time when once again we will feel free to roam and engage with confidence. Until then, it seems we’re destined to gaze longingly through our respective windows on the world, sustained by patience and hope.

To help us get through this final month of what seems like a very long year, I’ve created 31 original paintings in a series called, Glimmers of Hope.

Read More»

Merry Christmas – #25 In The Glimmers Of Hope Series

Merry Christmas is #25 in my Glimmers of Hope Art Series.

May this quirky Christmas tree remind you that unusual times can bring new experiences and fresh delights.

May joy find its way to your front door today and always.

5″ x 5″ original watercolor on paper. Mounted on 6″ x 6″ mat board.

Price: $50 (plus $5 to cover tax & postage). The painting will go to the first person to express their interest in purchasing via email to: pat@patkatz.com.

Glimmer of Hope:  the belief that there is a slight chance that something positive will happen.

Backstory:  This pandemic of 2020 has put a huge dint in our lives – restricting our ability to gather, to travel, and to feel safe and at ease in the world.

I look forward to a time when once again we will feel free to roam and engage with confidence. Until then, it seems we’re destined to gaze longingly through our respective windows on the world, sustained by patience and hope.

To help us get through this final month of what seems like a very long year, I’ve created 31 original paintings in a series called, Glimmers of Hope.

Read More»
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