Solo Show #2 Is Now Up & Open For Viewing

Sunflowers And Shortbread

Care For A Cuppa?

The Exhibition

Now hanging and open for viewing (as of Friday, October 1st) –  my second solo art show for 2021.

‘Care For A Cuppa’ is appearing at City Perks Coffeehouse here in Saskatoon ( 801 7th Avenue N).  The show consists of 22 works – all in watercolor on canvas.

Here’s the backstory to the exhibit followed by all the details you need to know about the show.

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Sending Love To Patrons Of The Arts

Ever since I first put my art ‘out there’ for others to see and to buy, I’ve marveled each time someone liked my work enough to purchase a piece. I’m still honored when people add my images to their life and world.

Some collectors own multiple pieces of my art, happily display them, and keep their eyes peeled for more. I call these folks patrons.

What’s a patron? Someone who supports a person, an activity, an institution. Patrons come in many shapes and forms, and are universally appreciated by those they champion.

Just last week, someone whom I would consider a patron, contacted me and asked about commissioning a new painting to accompany a pair of my paintings she already owned. Based on the description of what she was looking for, I determined that I already had on hand at least seven paintings in the desired theme and format.

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‘Lanterns Of The World’ Solo Show & Sale

And it’s up! I spent a couple of hours on Monday of this week – with the help of my able ‘studio assistant’/husband, David – hanging my Lanterns Of The World show.

This collection is my contribution to shining a little light in this pandemic battered world of ours.

My first solo public exhibit is open now and can be enjoyed throughout the month of July at the Brainsport Gallery off Broadway in Saskatoon – 616 10th St E.

Take in the show and treat yourself to Beppi’s Gelato – situated right next door. That’s what we did after we hung the paintings earlier this week!

An informal ‘Meet The Artist’ is tentatively scheduled for the afternoon of Saturday, July 17th – pandemic willing and the creeks don’t rise!

All works are available for purchase directly from the artist. Details are on the tags posted beside each painting.

I hope you are able to visit the show and enjoy the work.

Cafe Series II Virtual Show & Sale Is Underway

The Cafe Series II Virtual Show and Sale is underway. If you haven’t already checked it out, this link will take you to the previous post featuring full show details including images, backstories, and how to go about making one or more of these paintings your own.

Just for fun, I pulled out images of the cups and mugs that are featured in the show, and turned them into a 45 second video. You’ll see it posted above. Hope you enjoy it.

Also, because the theme of the Cafe Series centers around enjoying a cuppa, I searched out some popular tunes featuring tea and coffee. Thought you might enjoy them, too.

This link will take you to a Cuppa Playlist on Spotify. Play those tunes while you enjoy your morning, afternoon or evening cuppa. I’ll be thinking about you and singing along!

Painting The Streets Of Philipsburg, St Maarten

On these cold wintry January days in Saskatchewan, I like to recall our travels to warmer climes.

When I work with a source photo from some place hot and sunny, it transports me back in time and space.

Such was the case last week, when I pulled out this photo taken a year ago on the streets of Phillipsburg, the capital of the Dutch side of Sint Maarten in the Caribbean.

 

My first step was to create a values sketch with sepia pen in my sketchbook.

It’s a great way to work out the darks and lights in a composition and make decisions about what to include and what to omit from the painting.

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Final Update On Glimmers of Hope Series

Thanks so much to everyone for your interest in the Glimmers of Hope series of paintings that I presented during the month of December.

I loved hearing how much joy people got out of the images.

Here are some final bits of info about the Glimmer series.

First of all, the entire collection of images has been scanned and uploaded to my Fine Art America website. It’s sweet to see them all together in one place. You can access them using this link.

This means that they are now available for purchase as wall art reproductions printed on paper, canvas, metal, acrylic or wood in sizes ranging from 8×8” to 30×30”. That would be a way to own one or more of the images that got away. Or, a way to create your own Wall of Hope collection.

The ‘Bough Wow’ image is shown here in the upper left as a stretched canvas print.

Because their square shape is well suited to it, I’ve also made them available for reproduction on cushion covers and tote bags.

Click on images as shown on the FAA website link to get the full details.

 

Secondly, 22 of the 31 original images found new homes in December. That means there are still 9 original paintings available.

The images featured in the 3×3 collage to the right are the ones still looking for a home:

  • #7-Free & Easy
  • #9-Autumn Wonder
  • #19-Venetian Charm
  • #20–Coffee Chat
  • #23-Moraine Lake
  • #26-Unboxing Day
  • #28-Travel Memories
  • #29-Serenity Now
  • #31-Holly Jolly

If you are interested in any of these originals at the special December price of $50 + $5 postage, just drop me a line and let me know.

Once again, thanks so much for your interest in my art. I value you greatly and wish you all good things for 2021.

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!

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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