Petals

 

Petals

12" x 12" Oil on RayMar Panel

Contemporary Floral Still Life

I love blue, stripes, peonies, roses and my easel!

Here is a small panel I just painted today in the studio as I take a break from the hot Texas weather.  This still life is drying in the studio.  Contact Kay for more info on this contemporary botanical.  It will be lovely framed up or simply sitting on a small decorative easel....and it will certainly make you happy!  Thanks for looking!  KMW

Overflow

 

Overflow

12" x 12" Oil on RayMar Cotton Panel

Contemporary Still Life

I painted this still life in the studio, and it is varnished and drying.  I wanted to focus on the lavenders and greens, with punches of turquoise.  I decided I like the turquoise, and worked it into the background. 

Sunflowers

 

Sunflowers

12" x 12" Oil on RayMar Panel

Contemporary Still Life

Day #19 Strada Easel Challenge/Painting From Life

Here's my set-up in the studio.  So glad Renarldo at LHFlowers had these beautiful stems!  Thanks for looking at my art....More painting tomorrow!  KMW

Flower

Flower

12" x 12" Oil on RayMar Panel

Contemporary Still Life

Day #11 of the 31-Day Strada Easel Challenge

I received a beautiful book, "Flower" from one of my studio mates.  It is right up my alley, with amazing photographs of floral art.  I thought I would incorporate it with a vase of blooms for today's challenge painting.  The hydrangeas from Christmas are still full and beautiful, so I am using them again, although they are changing in color.  One thing I discovered is that I do not have the patience for small lettering.  I would never make it as a sign painter!  I like to paint loose, so lettering is just too tight for me.  

Here's my set-up in the studio.  Thanks for looking...contact ME for more info.  KMW

Sunflowers, Up North

 

Sunflowers, Up North

12" x 12" Oil on RayMar Cotton Panel

Contemporary Floral Landscape

Photo Reference Credit:  Susan Warner

The reference photo that I used for this small painting was one that Susan Warner took on a walk in the country, close to Charlevoix, Michigan.  Here is her fabulous photograph:

Of course it struck a cord with me since we were unable to make our annual trip Up North.  Susan graciously let me paint from her photograph.  It was fun, and my intent was to capture the beautiful warm indian yellows and ochres in the sunflowers.  I think I am going to let the painting sit on my easel for a few days, and maybe make a couple of small adjustments, but I can't do that now since it is very wet.  Thanks for looking at my blog, Kay

Floral Majesty

Floral Majesty

Thanks to LB, one of my collectors and blog readers for the suggestion on the name for this 12" x 12" oil painting.  Putting a title to each painting is part of the process, and it doesn't always come easy.  Thanks for the help, LB!

Flags at Fairmont

Flags at Fairmont
12" x 12" Oil on RayMar Cotton Panel
Contemporary Oil Painting
Reference Photo Credit:  John Gruenig

Yesterday was a windy day in Dallas, and I wanted to paint something different, so I pulled out a photograph that John Gruenig took of The Fairmont in San Francisco.  I didn't want to get into the details of the architecture of this beautiful building, but wanted to capture the colors of the day and highlight the flags whipping in the wind.  I decided to give myself 90 minutes, start to finish.  Thank you John for the use of the photo!  Contact Kay for more info.  

Commissioned Dog Portrait - Merry Christmas!

Ollie

NFS/Commission

12" x 12" Oil on Gallery Wrap Canvas

Contemporary Pet Portrait

Now that Christmas is here, I can post this painting of Ollie.  I painted this several months ago...it was a surprise Christmas gift for a young couple in Boston.  I hope they enjoy this doggie portrait...I know they love their Ollie!  I am spending Christmas with John and the family.  I hope that you have a very Merry Christmas!  Kay

Georgie Boy

Georgie Boy

12" x 12" Oil on Gallery Wrap Canvas

This palette knife painting is hanging at the Dutch Art Gallery in Dallas, TX

Thanks for looking at this blog....Kay

Pretty In Pink

Pretty In Pink

12" x 12" Oil on RayMar Cotton Panel

Contemporary Floral Still Life

This is a sweet little tulip painting that I painted in a workshop with Dreama Tolle Perry.  We painted in Shreveport, LA for three days....it was a good experience, and we met some wonderful artists.  It is always good to pick up some good techniques or find new paints or tools for painting.  Dreama's color palette is great...and if you every have the opportunity to take a workshop from her, you will come away with lots of inspiration.  Have a great day....Happy Easter!  Kay

Welcome by Kay Wyne

Welcome

12" x 12" Oil on RayMar Cotton Panel

Contemporary Oil Painting

This is a painting from a photograph from Dreama Tolle Perry's workshop.  I believe that Dreama took it on one of her trips to France.  I do like painting old architecture that has lots of character and imperfections.  I thought this front door was very welcoming.....thus, the title, "Welcome".  I used my artistic license and stacked in the potted plants and the vines up the outside wall.  It was fun to use Dreama's color palette and some of the tools she uses when painting.  This painting is drying in the studio and will probably be propped up on an easel.  Contact Kay for more information on the art posted here.  Thanks, Kay

Missed The Boat by Kay Wyne

Missed The Boat

12" x 12" Oil on RayMar Cotton Panel

Contemporary Palette Knife Painting

This is a small palette knife painting that was inspired by a weathered dinghy in a small fishing village in Maine.  I liked the rust and all of the imperfections on the dinghy, and all of the rocks poking up out of the water.  There is texture on this panel....and the painting is framed up in a dark wood moulding with a gold liner.  Ready for a new home!  Contact Kay for purchasing information.  Thanks for looking at this blog and the art posted here.  Kay

Simple Pleasures

Simple Pleasures

12" x 12" Oil on Heavy Duty Gallery Wrap Canvas

Contemporary Floral Abstract

Bold colors and simple shapes make this floral

fun and interesting.  The canvas is on a thick and

chunky stretcher bar, making it very contemporary.

Contact Kay for more info on this painting.

Thanks for looking...Kay

Simple Pleasures

Simple Pleasures

12" x 12" Oil on Gallery Wrap Canvas

Contemporary Abstract Painting

Simple, abstract, colorful and interesting describe this 

floral painting.  The geometric shapes make a bouquet

when they are all placed together on the canvas.  The

canvas is about 2 1/2 inches thick...kind of chunky.

Contact Kay for more info on this painting.  Thanks

for viewing...KMW

Sunflower

Sunflower

12" x 12" Oil on Canvas

Today is Sept. 14th....and day 14 of the 30 Day Painting Challenge with Leslie Saeta.  My inspiration for this little painting was a photograph that was sent to my by my sister.  She has beautiful sunflowers in her backyard in Illinois.  It was a good exercise, and I would like to paint a large painting with a grouping of sunflowers in the future.

Here is one of the pics sent to me...I will be in the studio today working on painting #15 and some pieces for upcoming shows.  It seems like October is packed with art shows, receptions, studio tours, etc.  You can email me here if you have any questions about this painting.  Thanks for looking at my blog....Kay

Lucky Dogs by Kay Wyne

Lucky Dogs

12" x 12"

Original Oil on Gallery Wrap Canvas

If you have visited New Orleans, I am sure that this painting will strike a cord with you. The Lucky Dog carts on the corner are great. I have a friend who has been in NOLA, so I thought I would post this painting. Thanks for looking. Have a great Father's Day!

Martin Ranch Cow

Martin Ranch Cow - SOLD

12" x 12" Oil on Canvas

This contemporary cow painting is sold. If you are interested in any of my other bovine beauties, please check out my website or contact me. I have some paintings drying at the studio. Thanks, Kay at 214-532-0325 or kay@kwyne.com

Lucky Dogs

Lucky Dogs

12" x 12" Contemporary Oil on Gallery Wrap Canvas

This painting brings back memories of a few trips to New Orleans...a typical street scene along Bourbon Street. This painting is available....please contact me if you are interested. Thanks, Kay at 214-532-0325 or kay@kwyne.com

City Rooster

City Rooster

30" x 30" Oil on Gallery Wrap Canvas

This rooster was painted after my husband and I went on the Dallas Chicken Coop Tour. He is full of personality and is looking for a home. Right now this painting is framed in a gold moulding, and hanging in the front window at Dutch Art Gallery. Please contact me if you are interested in this painting. Thanks for viewing. Kay

A New Life

A New Life

32” X 32” Oil on Gallery Wrap Canvas

Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! II Corinthians 5:17

This scripture has special meaning for me. When I starting painting, “A New Life” I was thinking that a butterfly was a symbol of new life. Something that is new, fresh, colorful and full of life.

I started painting this butterfly two months ago. At that time, my mother of 83 years was in failing health, and her decline in health was evident. I was painting along, thinking that a butterfly was a beautiful creature, and suddenly I was called away. My mother had passed away. It was expected, but unexpected. It was a sorrowful time for our family.

When I returned to the unfinished canvas, I recalled the memorial service for my mother, and one of the scripture readings was II Corinthians 5:17. I could now go ahead and finish the painting. I needed to put new life and color on the canvas. Knowing that God is with us. I am posting this painting in memory of my mother, Mary Lou and it will be hanging at the RLBC Arts Festival later this week. The show information is below. Happy Mothers Day to all!

You are cordially invited to attend the RLBC Arts Festival “A New Creation” based on the Scripture II Corinthians 5:17.

Seventy-five local and regional artists have submitted their amazing work for judging, exhibition and sale on the campus of Royal Lane Baptist Church 6707 Royal Lane Dallas, TX

The exhibit will be open Saturday, May 14 through Sunday, May 22, 2011.

Saturday, May 14 Sunday, May 15 Weekdays (M-F) Saturday, May 21 Sunday, May 22

Exhibit Hours:

10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. 11:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Please come to enjoy the rich variety of art inspired by Scripture.

All inquiries please contact us at FaithAndArts@royallane.org or 214-361-2988, ext. 12