English Romance

"English Romance" 24"x 18", oil on linen
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Cranberry lilacs and white orchids look so regal in my father's favorite vase.

Tuscany Gold

"Tuscany Gold" 20"x 16", oil on linen, $2600 framed
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"Tuscany Gold" was inspired by the rich colors of late autumn. This piece will be one of the many new paintings exhibited at my annual Holiday Open Studio, Nov. 14th & 15th (12-5pm) in my studio gallery, 55 Mountain Ave., Caldwell, NJ.

Why Plein Air Painting is Exhilarating

"Claude Monet Painting by the Edge of the Wood" by John Singer Sargent 1885

I often get asked, "Do you paint outside or in the studio?" Well, the answer is both, but when I can, I love love love painting en plein air!

If you are inspired by nature, painting in the midst of it is truly exhilarating. I feel like I paint with all my senses when outdoors. It is so exciting to SEE true color in day light. Light moves quickly so you are forced to make your marks quickly, which takes on a fresh feeling to your painting. Any plein air painter will tell you there is nothing like it and if you haven't tried it you are missing out!

Wikipedia explains:(plān-âr', Fr. plĕn-ĕr')
En plein air is a French expression which means "in the open air", and is particularly used to describe the act of painting outdoors.
Artists have long painted outdoors, but in the mid-19th century working in natural light became particularly important to the Barbizon school and Impressionism. The popularity of painting en plein air increased in the 1870s with the introduction of paints in tubes (resembling modern toothpaste tubes). It was during this period that the "Box Easel", typically known as the French Box Easel, was invented. It is uncertain who developed it first, but these highly portable easels, with telescopic legs and built-in paint box and palette, made treks into the forest and up the hillsides less onerous. Still made today, they remain a popular choice even for home use since they fold up to the size of a brief case and thus are easy to store.


I too have many French easels. They are wonderful! I use them painting outside as well as in the studio when I teach students. It is very convenient to rest your palette on the drawer that pulls out in front of you under the canvas. They fold easily and most all of your supplies fit in the box.

Apples and Wine

"Apples and Wine," oil on linen, 5"x 7" ($450 framed)
#32 in 100 Minis Collection
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"Apples and Wine" was a painting demo from one of our Saturday morning painting classes. You can't see in this small jpeg, but the violet highlights in the shadow areas makes this piece a little jewel. Rarely do I paint a piece without flowers these days, but I think the apples are alive enough to roll right off the table.

MINI Giclee Fine Art Prints

Giclee Fine Art Print "After the Party"

5"x7" on canvas $30

Just in time for the Holidays our new line of MINI Giclee Fine Art Prints will premier at our annual Holiday Open Studio, Nov. 22 & 23.

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Sunflowers and Oranges

"Sunflowers and Oranges," oil on linen, 10"x 8"
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We had so much fun at our last Saturday painting class here in my studio. We all painted from the same still life, sunflowers and oranges. I love the warmth of this piece and especially the contrast of the oranges and blue cloth.

China Blue and Citrus

"China Blue and Citrus," oil on linen, 24"x 20"
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Here it is! The finished piece, "China Blue and Citrus" (24"x20").

I had so much fun painting this one. As you can see, I spent hours loosing myself in painting the vase. I like it so much that I am featuring it on my Holiday Open Studio invitation.

The original is already sold. Two of my favorite collectors had seen it half finished on my easel and they said,"We need to have it!"

Luckly, it will reproduce beautifully into a fine art reproduction print on canvas. So look for it on my PRINT page shortly. www.lisapalombo.com/PRINTS.html.

Painting in process, Detail

I just couldn't wait to show you my latest painting, even if, it is only a detail of a painting in progress with no title yet. It is about half finished, so stay tuned to see the final peice. I will post it on my blog when it's done. I also plan on showcasing it at my annual Holiday Open Studio (Nov 22nd & 23rd).

Diane's Breakfast Nook

Diane's Breakfast Nook, oil on linen, 7"x 5" $450 framed

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Number 24 of the "100 minis" collection

Diane is my neighbor. She and her husband have the most wonderful garden. As she was showing me something in her home I happened to spy this exquisite narcissus bouquet on her breakfast table. That was it!... I forgot why I came over in the first place. :0)

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.

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)

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.

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/.

Best Wishes

Best Wishes, oil on linen, 40"x 30"
$6600 framed (ask about availability)
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I set up this still life on my studio window ledge looking out to my patio. The subtle backlighting was really interesting to me. I love how the sunlight comes through the drapes and how the shadows fall in front of the apples. This stunning wildflower bouquet was a birthday surprise from my husband. :0)

Welcome Home

Welcome Home, oil on linen, 12"x9"

$1200 framed (ask about availability)

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