More minis...

Another miniature painting. I am enjoying these. My gallery opens Nov. 5-Dec. 23 and I thought these would be a good gift for the holidays since they are original works of art and affordable.

I have created some winter scenes and other works that can be viewed at http://www.eileenbelanger.com/.

2.5x3.5 in mat & plastic sleeve - $30

Miniature paintings

With the holidays approaching, I am starting a series of miniature paintings. The first two shown are 2.5"x 3.5" and are on linen canvas. They are matted to a size of 8x10 (shown images are cropped). I will post a wider selection at my website: http://www.eileenbelanger.com/.

The last photo shows 2.5"x 2.5" miniatures on canvas. Each one is a pair of birds: Baltimore Orioles, Rosebreasted Grossbeak, Cardinal, Bluebird, Goldfinch, etc. If you wish a specific bird, please ask. I am not always able to get the wooden easel so painting may come with a clear plastic stand.

These miniatures are all original paintings, not prints.

#28 Miniatures Matted paintings: $30 Canvas paintings: $25

The Tree Line

I'm slowly inching my way into winter. Trying to put if off as long as possible, though it snowed a little farther north last night and we may have some over the weekend.

This painting relaxes me with it's simplicity and colors. It was a beautiful winter day up in Dixville Notch where the first vote in the nation is cast. The voting booth is in the elegant Balsam's Hotel and I was fortunate to spend a weekend at the hotel on a painting trip.

Painting during the winter offers it's own challenges. As I use mostly acrylics, the fast drying time becomes an issue. I've learned to work with the medium by spraying the paints frequently with a mist of water. You need to have a clear plan before you start painting as well so that you can work quickly.

#27 8x10 $175

Well, I hate to let go of summer but looking out my window and waking up to 38 degree weather tells me it's time.
This will be my last image with a summer feel but it is one of my favorite scenes...very calming.
I have been working on scenes from New England as I am in a gallery in North Conway (White Mountain Artisans) and need to bring up some new paintings.
We are having our Annual Ciderfest at the mill this weekend. We only make apple cider once a year at our historic, 1908, mill with all proceeds going to the NH Food Pantry. It is a fun time and the weather is supposed to be nice.
I only have one art show left to do in Groton, Massachusetts, and then my studio/gallery will be open Thurs. thru Sat. until Christmastime.

#26 5x7 $65

Animal portraits

I have a Shih Tzu (who thinks he is a Rottweiler). Bailey loves guys and is a lot of company and an excellent watch dog. He's not a barker unless he hears or sees something unfamiliar. They all get their own personalities. This is a photo of Bailey and his best friend, our cat Gypsy. This is what I have to look at as I sit at the computer. They make me feel so guilty. Time to play.....bye.

Dog portraits 5x7 $65