| purchase here 11x14" This one was painted from a photograph, as are most of my work. He had some glorious shadows on him that I could not ignore. |
Monday, May 21, 2018
Florida Wildlife Egret Oil Painting, Daily Painting, Small Oil Painting,
One of the joys, of living in Florida, was the abundant wildlife. It was thrilling to view these majestic birds, almost daily, from my window.
Wednesday, May 2, 2018
Sunflowers and farmhouse...the perfect pairing! daily painting, small oi painting, 6x8 oil painting
Sunflowers and farmhouses, the perfect pairing!
It is a cold, gray day, here in the mountains, and sunflowers are the perfect way to brighten things up.
Both sunflowers and farmhouses, are not uncommon, here in the mountains. It's hard not to smile when I look at sunflowers.
Yesterday, we drove over the mountains to Gatlinburg. I am happy to report that things are looking up there. Spring is taking over, renewal is everywhere. Yes, there are still signs of the devastating fires from two years ago, but the mood is upbeat and the tourists are there.
Have a wonderful day!
Carol Schiff
www.CarolSchiffStudio.etsy.com
www.CarolSchiffStudio.blogspot.com
It is a cold, gray day, here in the mountains, and sunflowers are the perfect way to brighten things up.
| purchase here |
Both sunflowers and farmhouses, are not uncommon, here in the mountains. It's hard not to smile when I look at sunflowers.
Yesterday, we drove over the mountains to Gatlinburg. I am happy to report that things are looking up there. Spring is taking over, renewal is everywhere. Yes, there are still signs of the devastating fires from two years ago, but the mood is upbeat and the tourists are there.
Have a wonderful day!
Carol Schiff
www.CarolSchiffStudio.etsy.com
www.CarolSchiffStudio.blogspot.com
Monday, April 30, 2018
Flower Painting, Spring Floral, Daily Painting, Small Oil Painting, 6x8" Oil on Panel
I visited the Biltmore Conservatory, here in Asheville, and found inspiration, in every direction!
| Purchase Here I was not finished with this scene! I wanted to do another version, so I cropped my original image and returned to the easel. |
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| Purchase a giclee print here. I enjoyed the progression. Which one do you prefer? Carol Schiff www.CarolSchiffStudio.etsy.com www.CarolSchiffStudio.blogspot.com |
Tuesday, April 24, 2018
Mountain Wildflowers, Floral Landscape, Small Oil Painting, Daily Painting, 8x6" Oil on Panel SOLD
Last fall, we took a ride on the Blue Ridge Parkway. It was a crisp, sunny day and my camera was busy clicking away.
Sunday, April 15, 2018
Wildflower Painting, Daily Painting, Small Oil Painting, Floral Landscape, 6x8" Oil on Panel
Today's painting is a memory of last summer.
As I was painting, looking out my window at a cold, gray day, with snow spitting now and then, I REALLY wanted to remember last summer! Did I question my decision to leave the beaches of Florida, for the the mountains of North Carolina? You betcha!
But, then I reminded myself.....life is all about choices. I don't care for cold weather, but I enjoy bundling up in warm sweaters and furry boots. After 40 years in Florida, I look forward to the change of scenery and seasons.
No, I won't miss the sweltering summers and fury of hurricanes. I look forward to spending the winter months on the beaches....the best of both worlds.
Find beauty and peace wherever you can.
Thanks for visiting my blog today.
Carol
www.CarolSchiffStudio.etsy.com
www.CarolSchiffStudio.blogspot.com
| Purchase here |
As I was painting, looking out my window at a cold, gray day, with snow spitting now and then, I REALLY wanted to remember last summer! Did I question my decision to leave the beaches of Florida, for the the mountains of North Carolina? You betcha!
But, then I reminded myself.....life is all about choices. I don't care for cold weather, but I enjoy bundling up in warm sweaters and furry boots. After 40 years in Florida, I look forward to the change of scenery and seasons.
No, I won't miss the sweltering summers and fury of hurricanes. I look forward to spending the winter months on the beaches....the best of both worlds.
Find beauty and peace wherever you can.
Thanks for visiting my blog today.
Carol
www.CarolSchiffStudio.etsy.com
www.CarolSchiffStudio.blogspot.com
Sunday, April 8, 2018
Small Landscape Painting, Cabin in the Woods, Daily Painting, Small Oil Painting, 6x8" oil on panel
This is a small painting I did last fall. We have moved from Florida to North Carolina, and this one was overlooked in the craziness of an interstate move. Deep breath......it is all over now!
| Purchase here
I often passed this cabin, on my daily walks. I am always inspired by the beauty surrounding me during my walks. The cabin looked so charming, nestled in the trees, with spots of sunlight hitting it.
This piece is a combination of brush and palette knife.
I have gone without painting for several months due to my move. I am anxious to return to my new (small) studio, and begin this new version of my daily routine. I hope I remember how to paint!
Thanks for viewing!
Carol Schiff
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Sunday, April 1, 2018
A Touch of Spring in the Mountains
We have just left the beaches of Florida and moved to the mountains of western North Carolina. I am reposting this from a few years ago, as I am still trying to make our new house a home. PS: This is a preview of what our surroundings will look like in a few weeks...no blooms yet!
Everyone loves a touch of spring this time of the year....enjoy!
One afternoon I grabbed my camera and ran outside to capture the beautiful spring day and this is what I found.
I inherited a garden in front of our new home, and everything was coming alive at once...
Fiddleheads were popping up
Dogwood was blooming everywhere I
looked in both pink.....
and white blossoms. Tulips, lilac and azalea were everywhere and the days were filled with the music of songbirds.
A drive to WaterRock Knob, off the Blue Ridge Parkway, showed less color at the higher elevation, but still beautiful to see.
For an Ohio girl, who has spent most of the last 50 years in Florida, it seemed all my memories of spring were spread out before my eyes. Don't get me wrong, I truly love living in Florida, but when spring or fall calls, I head to the mountains.
Stay tuned, to see these images interpreted in oil.
Thanks for stopping by today.
Everyone loves a touch of spring this time of the year....enjoy!
One afternoon I grabbed my camera and ran outside to capture the beautiful spring day and this is what I found.
I inherited a garden in front of our new home, and everything was coming alive at once...
Dogwood was blooming everywhere I
looked in both pink.....
and white blossoms. Tulips, lilac and azalea were everywhere and the days were filled with the music of songbirds.
A drive to WaterRock Knob, off the Blue Ridge Parkway, showed less color at the higher elevation, but still beautiful to see.
For an Ohio girl, who has spent most of the last 50 years in Florida, it seemed all my memories of spring were spread out before my eyes. Don't get me wrong, I truly love living in Florida, but when spring or fall calls, I head to the mountains.
Stay tuned, to see these images interpreted in oil.
Thanks for stopping by today.
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