Pine Cone Party

Well life happens doesn't it, I'm no exception to the rule.  Since September I've been dealing with many family issues, seems when they hit they hit all at once.  So, needless to say, I haven't been painting much however I remembered this little pine cone painting from last year and thought it a good way to wish everyone a Merry Christmas.  I may post it in Daily Paintworks for sale next week if your interested.

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Deborah Ann Kirkeeide (c)

Captured

On Hold - Acrylic on gessobord, 8x10 inches

I got lucky when capturing this gal taking the photo of these horses at a craft fair!  The expression from the horse indicates the lady has invaded his space, like Whoa lady back off.  These beautiful BIG work horses were giving wagon rides and they were really mild mannered, the lady must have rushed at them to get a quick shot.  Anyway I love the story in the painting. 

As the google blog is going away soon, this probably will be my last post!  I will however continue to be on Daily Paintworks so visit me there.

Deborah Ann Kirkeeide (c)

Coffee Stop

Contact the artist if interested in purchasing - Acrylic on gessobord, 9x12 inches

I painted this probably a year ago and never posted it.  I wasn't satisfied with certain areas so I put it away in order to see it with new eyes.  Well life got busy and it was forgotten for a time.  I have a show coming up and wanted to include this piece so with new eyes adjustments were made that finally please me.  Love, Love, Love these umbrellas with the vintage bike, white picket fence and if you look closely you'll see a plastic flamingo.  This is a coffee shop in Colorado that I drove by and had to turn around to get a photo. 

Deborah Ann Kirkeeide (c) 

Played Out

Contact the Artist if interested in purchasing - Acrylic on gessobord, 8x8 inches

This may be my last blog!  Seems Google is closing down accounts, sad.  Not sure if I will start a new blog but it was fun while it lasted.  I still have my Daily Paintworks page for now so come and check out my work.  Just go into Daily Paintworks and do an artist search for Deborah Ann Kirkeeide.

Anyway, these are my Granddaughters old "played out" hightop tennies.  She told me they had once been black, amazing.  I just love the old beat up look and had her promise to give them to me when she replaced them.  I also did a pencil drawing which I posted not long ago.

To those of you who have followed my blog, thank you.  I appreciate you coming along on this journey.

Deborah Ann Kirkeeide (c)

Crossing The Headwaters

Not For Sale - Acrylic on gessobord, 8x10 inches

I painted this for my Grandson who is walking across the headwaters of the Mississippi with his Grampa.  Fun day, great memories!  He's 18 now and in the army, it's true how time flies!

Due to the limitation and inconsistencies of various display monitors, the colors you see on your screen may not be a totally accurate reproduction of the actual painting.


(c) Deborah Ann Kirkeeide

The Perfect Spot

Click Here To Buy It Now - $200, acrylic on gessobord, 6x8 inches

Visiting California a few years ago I ran across a group of plein air painters on the beach, how my heart longed to be painting with them.  This gal was very friendly, allowing me to chat and take photos then I just sat among them soaking up the sun and creative vibes.  Now that the weather is improving I will be out there soon with easel, umbrella, birds, sun and breezes - can't wait!

Due to the limitation and inconsistencies of various display monitors, the colors you see on your screen may not be a totally accurate reproduction of the actual painting but I work to get the best likeness possible.

(c) Deborah Ann Kirkeeide

Valentine Bouquet

Click Here To Buy It Now - $300, acrylic on gessobord, 8x8 inches

Flowers from my hubby for Valentines Day!  I've been yearning to paint flowers again but a little afraid due to unsuccessful attempts from previous flower paintings.  Time is a good healer, allowing me to forget past failures.  I love the leaf shapes in this bouquet, they were begging to be painted.

Due to the limitation and inconsistencies of various display monitors, the colors you see on your screen may not be a totally accurate reproduction of the actual painting but I work to get the best likeness possible.

(c) Deborah Ann Kirkeeide

A Place To Sit

Click Here To Buy It Now - $300, Acrylic on gessobord, 8x10 inches

I am yearning for summer but it was the shapes from the house and umbrella that caught my interest.  The photo reference is from a friends patio a few years ago; it had a big dark planter behind the table that ruined the cool shape on the house so I removed it.  Creative license is so great!  Anyway I had fun with this, and looking forward to sitting in a warm place again to soak up the sun.

Due to the limitation and inconsistencies of various display monitors, the colors you see on your screen may not be a totally accurate reproduction of the actual painting but I work to get the best likeness possible.

(c) Deborah A. Kirkeeide

The Blue Goblet

Click Here To Buy It Now - $75, acrylic on gessobord, 6x6 inches

This was a little exercise for fun that I painted with my plein air group on a day that drove us inside due to the weather.  When setting up the still life someone added a blue green goblet to offset all that orange.  My goblet turned out more blue but that's called artist license.

Due to the limitation and inconsistencies of various display monitors, the colors you see on your screen may not be a totally accurate reproduction of the actual painting but I work to get the best likeness possible.



(c) Deborah A. Kirkeeide

Fairytale Cottage

Click Here To Buy It Now - $150, acrylic on gessobord, 6x8 inches

This is a real place in Door County Wisconsin.  Walking around one small town I happened upon this little cottage and couldn't resist getting some photos.  It's actually being used as a gift shop with all kinds of creative gifts.  I put off painting this sweet place because it didn't look real, it was so cute; I finally developed the nerve to try. I was lucky enough to visit Door County in the fall and the colors were amazing.  This is my second try at painting the cottage, my first effort was an oil painting. 

Due to the limitation and inconsistencies of various display monitors, the colors you see on your screen may not be a totally accurate reproduction of the actual painting but I work to get the best likeness possible.


(c) Deborah A. Kirkeeide

Fancy Top

Click Here To Buy It Now - $100, Acrylic on gessobord, 6x8 inches

Time for a new pumpkin painting or two and time to start playing with my acrylics.  I love all the fancy stuff on this stem.  There's a lot more color in the background than the photo shows, some deep blues and reds. 

Due to the limitation and inconsistencies of various display monitors, the colors you see on your screen may not be a totally accurate reproduction of the actual painting but I work to get the best likeness possible.

(c) Deborah A. Kirkeeide