Thursday, March 7, 2013

Art Show in my neighborhood

We walked over to the Art Show last weekend.

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It always amazes me at how many talented people there are right here in my community!

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What fun to see all of the beautiful art, greet neighbors and meet new people.

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We enjoyed it!

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So what’s in the bag?

We bought one painting by Marilyn ‘Mickey’ Scott entitled “Denizens of the Deep”.

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This was the perfect spot in our living room to enjoy it!

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One more photo of beautiful paintings!

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I’m joining Katherine’s Corner for Favorite Things

and Jann for Share Your Cup !

Have you been to an Art Show lately?

It’s inspiring, isn’t it?

54 comments:

Stacey said...

That looks like fun Diane. The painting you bought is beautiful! How neat that you got to meet the artist.

We haven't been to any art shows. I'll have to be on the look out.

Finding Pam said...

Looks like you had a lot of fun. I like your painting. Do you paint?

Art From The heart said...

Love the painting you bought. Looks like a delightful show!
Hugs

Vintage Gal said...

I haven't been to an art show in ages. Looks like you had fun!

Leave It To Davis said...

First, you look so young...and you are so pretty! Love your picture...and those are just wonderful paintings....love the one of the old woman looking down at her dog, and he looking up at her. I have never been to anything but an arts and craft show. I love going to them, but they always come on the weekend, and I work every weekend now (and have for 12 years), so it's been a long time since I have been to one of them!

Brenda said...

You are so lucky Diane to have such a huge show to attend. The talent is AMAZING. I love how Marilyn captured the fish in such a mystical way. Thank you so much for taking us along. :)

Cranberry Morning said...

I love it! wish I could have been there too. Looks like so much fun!

cucki said...

i love it too..it is very inspiring..
love x

Deneen@dreaming-n-color said...

Beautiful painting. I love art shows and supporting artists! Such a talent that is under appreciated by some.

Musings from Kim K. said...

What a fun outing. Such an amazing group of talented artists.

Curtains in My Tree said...

Surely there is an art show in this University town I could attend?

I was always out at auctions looking for vintage treasures, never great art paintings

Your painting does fit right in your spot reserved for it

Thanks for showing it

Unknown said...

I love art shows, craft fairs, anything like that! I'll be glad when it warms up, we enjoy going down to Fairhope,Al and walking around at their arts and crafts fair. It looks like y'all had a wonderful time!
Have a great weekend,
~Dorothy~

Hillcresthome Prims said...

What a beautiful painting you bought. I love where you put it in your home.
I LOVE your outfit that you wore, you are so darn tiny and cute!!!!
Have a wonderful day my friend.
Hugs,
Tricia XO

Donna said...

That new painting is a beauty! And it goes perfect with your seaside collection. Art shows are fun to attend, that's for sure.

PatC - All is Bright said...

I do love your new painting. It fits perfect in that spot you have it. Have a wonderful weekend!

Bear hugs

Pat

Vee said...

That painting is really special and looks perfect in its new location at your house. Love the colors of it. My daughter paints, which awes me. She didn't get it from my side of the family, but her father and his sister and her paternal grandmother all painted. I haven't been to an art show in a while (except for hospital corridors).

Decor To Adore said...

Wow! What an impressive collections of talented people. Love your new artwork!

Cherry's Prairie Primitives said...

Loved seeing all the beautiful paintings!! The one you chose is perfect!!

Bargain Decorating with Laurie said...

Diane, I love your new painting, and I love the shell vignette under it. You look so cute in these pictures. I know it would be fun to meet you in person. lurie

Suzan said...

So much talent in one room! FUN!!

Gabriela Delworth - Instructional Designer said...

Hello,

I really enjoyed your Art Show visit! Thanks for posting all these photos!

Gabriela

Penny from Enjoying The Simple Things said...

I love art shows. This one looks wonderful. What a perfect painting you picked out.

valerietilsten59.blogspot.com said...

Hello Diane,
How I would have loved to be there. It all looks so exciting. Everyone having a good time and showing their wonderful talents with their art.
I do like your painting .. Its super.
Nice spot you have put it, with the shells under neath.
happy days
val

Zimbabwe said...

Wish that I could have joined you. I am no artist but I do like painting never the less. Diane

The Rusty Thimble said...

OH it looks like fun Diane
I used to love to go to art shows, used to love to be in them back in my painting days
Hugs
Brenda

Anonymous said...

HI Diane! Oh, this looks like fun and what a pretty place for an art show. Your painting is so pretty and looks perfect where you've hung it! Now I can just see you dancing! ;)
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)

Christine said...

That was the perfect painting for your spot in the living room!
Enjoy it and your neighborhood!
Best wishes
Christine

Red Rose Alley said...

Hello Diane,
While I was on my sweet friend, Marcia's blog, I noticed your comment talking about sugar-free candy. I used to eat sugar-free candy until I read a post that my friend at "Chatelet" wrote about Aspartame, which I think is something that sugar-free sweeteners have in common. It was very interesting to me, and you might want to read it yourself. Her blog is on my profile page, "Chatelet" and it is a recent post on Feb. 21. I just thought I'd pass the info. on to you. I love chocolate, and I can't eat sugar, like you, so I would often try sugar-free things. But after reading her post, I no longer do. Hope this helps you. I'm glad I came across you on Marcia's blog. She's such a gem. Have a nice day, Diane.
~Sheri at Red Rose Alley

NanaDiana said...

Wow- That is an impressive art show and I love your painting you purchased. xo Diana

Linda @ A La Carte said...

I love the painting you bought! It looks great in your home. It's been years since I went to an Art show but I always enjoy them so much!
hugs, Linda

Custom Comforts said...

Beautiful painting. You must be a very proud owner.
What struck me most though is you all are wearing capris, shorts and sandals already. I am so jealous. We're still wearing boots and slopping around in slushy snow :(
Cindy

Anonymous said...

Diane, this looks like so much fun. I can only imagine how much I'd enjoy browsing through such a place with you, my friend. Love the beautiful painting you purchased and how pretty it looks with those gorgeous shells of yours.
XOXO's

Unknown said...

How fun to browse and look at all the wonderful talent. I just love the piece you bought.

Hugs~

Trace4J said...

Beautiful.
What a treasure.
Woolie hugs
Trace

Betsy@My Salvaged Treasures said...

Your painting is so pretty and looks perfect next to the pretty bottles and shells.

Pamela said...

This sounds like a delightful show to attend. Your purchase is lovely and I loved the table of shells.

RURAL said...

What a beautiful painting..and a ocean theme to go with your pretties.

Jen

koralee said...

Now that looks like fun....hope you are well...and enjoy your weekend. xo

Ana said...

Sounds like you had a wonderful time Diane. And what a great painting you got. Wishing you a wonderful weekend.

Hugs,
❤Ana

Shabby Brocante, Karen said...

Just beautiful. It look amazing in that spot! I have always enjoyed the art shows they put on at Sun City, where my mom lives. I have purchased anything though! How fun!
Karen

Susan said...

When my aunt lived in Orlando, we loved going down to the art shows she attended. I agree, there are a lot of talented people out there! XOXO

The Polka Dot Closet said...

Isn't that something! You are right, so many talented people! In my next life I want to be able to paint...And sing lol!

St Augustine's is so fun isn't it, I go every year. If you go and want to know a good place to stay just holler!

Carol

SImple and Serene Living said...

Love your new painting, and I love seeing everyone in their summer clothes :)
Hugs,
Laura

Gina Gao said...

This looks like so much fun! I really like your painting.

www.modernworld4.blogspot.com

Lowell said...

Don't tell me you were at Stone Creek...or maybe OTOW?

I enjoy these shows. We usually go to the Arts and Crafts thing in the fall.

"Denizens of the Deep" is a beautiful work!

Anonymous said...

Beautiful! You have such a friendly and warm smile!
Art shows and studio tours are my favourite things.


Ciao Bella
Creative Carmelina

Unknown said...

Oh this is just sweet! I love art shows!!! You picked a great piece! :D

Hugs,

Terra said...

I like your choice of a painting to buy, and art shows are great fun, I agree. All that talent in one convenient place.

Sarah Coller said...

Oh how fun!! The Vermeer reproduction, Girl With a Pearl Earring, is my most favorite painting ever. What a great time you had---I'd love to attend an art show! This week's Homemaking Linkup is up and I would love to have you join, if you haven’t already.

Blessings,
Mrs. Sarah Coller

CJ STITCHING AND BLOOMS said...

What a lovely art show. NONE around here this time of year. I really love the paint you chose, it looks very dreamy under the sea. Your SEA arranged under the painting is beautiful. Hugs Judy

Becca said...

Looks like a lovely event! What a nice venue too.

Katherines Corner said...

what a lovely way to spend some time. Thank you for sharing at the Thursday Favorite Things blog hop xo

Lila Rostenberg said...

So much fun reading through a few recent posts on your blog!
Love the painting you chose...and you look so cute in the striped top and white pants!

Hugs!

Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. Olson said...

Diane, what a fun event. I love looking at art. Whenever hubby and I travel I try to bring a piece of art home. No artist will be starving if I can help it. lol! Glad you found the perfect piece! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
hugs,
Jann