TV interview

Here's the link to my recent TV interview on WMBC-TV. Click on, http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-3821986799349706208.

Spring Open Studio Event

"Summer Garden #2," oil on linen, 24"x36"
To see more paintings like this click on my LANDSCAPE page of my website.

I am very excited to announce our 7th annual Spring Open Studio, Saturday and Sunday, May 3rd and 4th (12pm-5pm). I will be unveiling a new series called GARDEN LANDSCAPES. I am still finishing up a few more paintings so check back often or, better yet, come the show!

TV Interview

Lights, cameras, action!

I was recently interviewd by Nicole Israel for the Hometown segment on WMBC-TV. I was very excited to actually do the interview at the TV station! I have so much more respect for people who do this all the time.

The segment will be aired Saturday, April 5th at 6pm EST. To see if you are in the veiwing area, check out www.wmbctv.com . For those who are outside of NJ, NY, and PA. We will be adding the interview to my website in a couple of weeks. Stay tuned....

Painting demo for first class

Hope and Happiness Bouquet, oil on linen, 7"x 5"
$375 framed (ask about availability)
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Number 18 of the "100 minis" collection

In our first class here at my NJ studio, we all painted from life. We began the class with me painting a demo. This is the mini painting I completed. Irises symbolize hope and sunflowers happiness and sunshine. We had a lot of fun and students were pleasantly surprised that we all finished small paintings in ONE sitting! Next class is in June.

Painting Class

If it looks like these people are having a good time, then we have captured our first painting class correctly!! These wonderful folks are our first group of art students at Lisa Palombo Studios. We meet on Saturday mornings. After a short demo on how to start a painting, we are able to finish small paintings each class! Lots of fun!!

WallFlowers Gallery

Please join us at the...

WallFlowers Gallery
15 Olcott Square
Bernardsville, NJ
(908) 204-1972

Solo Exhibition of new paintings by Lisa Palombo

Curated by Gloriajean Ricca (former gallery director of J Cacciola Galleries, NYC)

Dec.7th - Dec. 21st

Reception, Friday, Dec. 7th
(6pm-9pm)

Food tasting by personal Chef Judy Streeter

This will be a fun event. It's a part of the Bernardsville Art Walk. There are very nice restaurants in the area. Most well known, The Bernards Inn, as well as Le Petit Chateau, The Station Pub, and the new Equous (across the street from the gallery).

Holiday Open Studio

Hens and Chicks, 24"x36" (oil on linen) (ask about availability)

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I am pleased to announce that I have just finished, this piece, Hens and Chicks. It will be unveiled at my annual Holiday Open Studio, next weekend, November 17th and 18th from noon-5pm. Looking forward to seeing all of you there!

Fruit Bowl

Fruit Bowl, oil on linen, 12"x 16"
SOLD
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After the Party

After the Party #1, oil on linen, 12"x 16"

$1800 framed (ask about availability)

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After the Party #2, oil on linen, 12"x 16"
$1800 framed (ask about availability)
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Every now and again, I take a brief break from my florals and landscapes to revisit this wine series. I think these two paintings would look great together or bookending another larger piece in the middle.

Zinnia Patio Bouquet

Zinnia Patio Bouquet, oil on linen, 7"x 5"
$375framed (ask about availability)
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Number 11 of the "100 minis" collection

Remember the Farmer's Market post? Well, here's a mini inspired by the flowers I bought there. I really like the color and texture combination of the flowers so I decided to paint a larger piece based on this mini sketch. I'm sure to post it when it's finished.

How to Hang Art in a Grouping

Have you ever wondered how to creatively fill a wall with more than one piece of art? You probably already have a collection of paintings, mirrors and wall sconces that would look great together.

Here are a few suggestions to get started:

Use Your Imagination - Arranging small treasures in a group gives a big impact when hung close together. Have a common theme among your collection. For example, all florals, or all black and white photos or a group of small paintings framed in similar styled gold frames. See my mini collection page for an example of different gold frames that would look nice together. Arranging your group on the floor first helps to see how to organize the "puzzle."

The Numbers Game - When filling a wall with large paintings, groups in even numbers work well and uneven numbers work well over furniture.

Going Vertical - Hang the wider framed artwork on top when hanging pieces vertically.

The Gallery Look - A simple modern gallery look is to draw an imaginary line 58" (standard) above the floor across the wall. Then arrange the art centered on the line no matter what the framed proportions are. Leaving lots of space between the pieces works especially well in long lobbies and hallways.

X Marks the Spot - Use a small masking tape "X" on the wall to mark the spot before nailing a mirror hanger. This helps save your wall from scratches and cracks, especially plaster walls. Use 2 hooks when hanging large art, this helps keep the piece from titling. I suggest using a level, too.

I hope this helps and gives you some new ideas about hanging art in groups. Feel free to contact me with any questions or comments at art@lisapalombo.com. I am always happy to help.

Wishing you flower-filled days,

Lisa Palombo

Johnny Jumps Ups

Johnny Jump Ups, oil on linen, 7"x 5"
SOLD
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I don't know if it is because I grew up in New England or that my mother planted violets in our backyard, but every time I notice these little flowers, I want to lay down in the grass and look for animal shapes in the clouds. :0)

Farmers Market

Ok, everyone and their sister talks about how wonderful their local farmer's market is. Well, in Upper Montclair, NJ, there is a really fabulous one. http://www.montclair-medc.org/farmersmarket.htm It actually reminded me of my days in Rome at the Campo dei Fiori where you shopped daily for your meals. I purchased some beautiful flowers, of course, a bunch of dahlias and a mixed zinnia wildflower bouquet, the last of September's offerings. I'll happily manage a few paintings from these lovey ladies. Stay tuned...

Recent Interview on Blogtalkradio

Last Saturday, I was interviewed on a live blogcast called, Transformation Education Live, hosted by Dr. Kathy King. Dr. King writes on her blog, "As another fine example of learning across the lifetime and inspiration for transformation- Lisa Palombo, the fine artist, provides a compelling interview in the talkshow interview format about her work. Listen in as we find out about her work, field questions from a collector who phones in and get an inside look."

Click here to hear the interview on BlogTalkRadio, Lisa Palombo Interview.

Limited Edition Prints

Lisa Palombo Studios proudly presents our latest series of museum quality fine art reproductions. For more information and order form, please visit, www.lisapalombo.com/PRINTS.html.

Poppies and Delphiniums

11" x 14 3/4", Limited Edition of 250 on archival PAPER, $115

(personally signed and numbered in pencil by the artist in the white border.)

Summer El Fresco

11" x 14 3/4", Limited Edition of 250 on archival PAPER, $115
(personally signed and numbered in pencil by the artist in the white border.)

Sunflowers in a Vase

19" x 15", Limited Edition of 100 on archival PAPER, $225

(personally signed and numbered in pencil by the artist in the white border.)

Poppies in and Oriental Vase

36"x30", Limited Edition of 100 on archival CANVAS, $750

(personally signed by the artist on the front and numbered in pencil on the back.)

White Peonies

36"x36", Limited Edition of 100 on archival CANVAS, $750

(personally signed by the artist on the front and numbered in pencil on the back.)

Wildflowers and Irises

Wildlfowers and Irises, oil on linen, 30"x 24"

$4200 framed (ask about availability)

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Irises have such an regal elegance about them. They mix perfectly with a variety of wildflowers.

Late Summer Hollyhocks

Pink Hollyhocks, oil on linen, 7"x 5"
$375 framed (ask about availability)
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Number 8 of the "100 minis" collection.

As the summer is winding down I managed to find some beautiful pink hollyhocks in my neighbor Diane's garden. She and her husband are excellent gardeners.

I'm off again this weekend to exhibit in the Anderson Park Art Show in Montclair NJ (not far from my studio). Anyone interested in attending, there's more information on my website, www.lisapalombo.com. Have a wonderful weekend!!

Yummy!....Watermelon

Ruby's Watermelon, oil on linen, 5"x 7"

$375 framed (ask about availability)

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Number 5 of the "100 minis" collection.

My daughter is a two fisted watermelon eater. I can't possibly look at watermelon without thinking of her devouring this fruit with utter euphoria.

I'm off to exhibit at a two day outdoor art show in Glastonbury, CT. We love doing this show! It is in a lovely park. If you are in the area stop by... directions and information are on my website, http://www.lisapalombo.com/.

Lime Green Tote

Lime Green Beaded Fringe ($25)

OK, here it is, I told you it was funky and fabulous! I just couldn't help myself... I LOVE color and I know a lot of you do too. The wispy fringe and beads make a lovely jangle sound. This is way too much fun!

Yellow Roses

Yellow Roses, oil on linen, 5"x 7"
$375 framed (ask about availability)
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Number 2 of the "100 minis" collection.