Last Days On Exhibition - Different Strokes 2018 - Review

I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my solo exhibition this year. For the first time I brought larger paintings and a wood sculpture, I did demos on site and took part in the buzz of the big Art Walk exhibition from a distance. If I have the opportunity, I will certainly do it again. I would also enjoy the next block leading into fall, or the one after. I’m thinking that snow capped mountains, large and small may be a good theme.

Back to my current exhibition and I’m sad to say it’s coming to a close. I will be at the Gallery Saturday morning taking down to make room for the next Artist. If you’re in the area and love one of the paintings, the time to buy is now before they are whisked off to other galleries. If you’re a distant fan, I can ship on Monday, to get ahead of the holiday rush.

I also do lay-aways, so you can place a deposit now and pay over time, which works well for larger pieces. If you’re in the area I will deliver anything over $1,000 personally and help you hang it.

If this exhibition has shown me anything, it’s that I’m on the right track with texture, simplification and abstract sculpture. I loved my piece, Cascade Kintsugi, which sold so fast I didn’t get a professional image.

I want to thank everyone who attended and especially all those who purchased even a $3 art postcard. it all goes to help me grow as an artist, allowing me to purchase more interesting supplies and cover the ever increasing expenses.

There are still a couple of days to rush in and see my work in person. Believe me, It’s nothing like seeing it online. The large pieces gain a sense of grandure and the smaller pieces gain a condensed intensity that is hard to imagine.

Sea Dean Annual Solo
18 August - 15 September 2018

Lake Country Coffee House
10356 Bottom Wood Lake Road (Next to Lake Country Art Gallery)
Lake Country BC Canada

7am - 4pm Daily

This year there were many large works including Oil, Acrylic, Mixed Media, Digital and 3D pieces. For the first time I felt connected to my solo exhibition because I continued to add and tweak leading up to Art Walk weekend. The public appearance also worked well, but next year I will work harder on promotion and signage, to bring people in from the road.

On Exhibition Okanagan - Rockwell Cat

I’ve been going at break neck speed to get ready for this exhibition. Almost every piece is new, and this year I have many large works including Oil, Acrylic, Mixed Media, Digital and 3D pieces. My solo exhibition wouldn’t be complete without a pet portrait. I revamped the background and added a dish to my “Rockwell Cat” painting. So sweet.

Owner Sharon graciously allowed me to set up on the outdoor patio for the weekend. I was surprised to discover that it remained shaded from the sun all day. AND with blue skies, no smoke and no wind, it turned out to be a perfect location. I met many interesting people and doggies, and managed to add a few more paintings to the exhibition, sell some art cards and paint a demo. All in all it was the nicest weekend this summer. Silly me, I forgot to take a picture of my set up.

Sea Dean Annual Solo - Different Strokes
18 August - 15 September 2018

Lake Country Coffee House
10356 Bottom Wood Lake Road (Next to Lake Country Art Gallery)
Lake Country BC Canada
7am - 4pm Daily (8am Sundays)


Posted as #3 day 3 of 30 in 30 challenge.

On Exhibition Art Walk - Beautiful Birch

Over the milk counter there is always an opportunity to offer a selection of small items. Sharon, the owner allows me to permanently display my art cards in this area and this year I arranged some birch slice paintings and a few mountain landscapes next to them.
They range in price from $35 and make a lovely display.

Sea Dean Annual Solo - Different Strokes
18 August - 15 September 2018

Lake Country Coffee House
10356 Bottom Wood Lake Road (Next to Lake Country Art Gallery)
Lake Country BC Canada

7am - 4pm Daily (8am Sundays)
Sea will be on site during Art Walk  8 and 9 September

I’ve been going at break neck speed to get ready for this exhibition. Almost every piece is new, and this year I have many large works including Oil, Acrylic, Mixed Media, Digital and 3D pieces. I will be available all weekend during Art Walk, so that you can ask about the inspiration for your favorite pieces. And if the weather co-operates I may even be giving some demos. Drop in and meet the artist.

Frida loves pumpkin spiced lattes 👀☕️🍂 This cold weather has got us in a fall mood, so we’re bringing pumpkin spice back early! While you’re sipping on your pumpkin spiced latte, check out the amazing art we have on our walls by @blueskyredearth! We LOVE her work❤️‼️

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On Exhibition Art Walk - Wild Companions

This painting, “Wild Companions” was on loan to my Mum, but since we moved there is nowhere in her room to hang it. I was pleased to have it back in my studio because I’ve wanted to tweak the trees and the clouds for some time. It also seemed a little dark because when I painted it back in 2012, I hadn’t the courage to go back in and add some light when the acrylics dried and darkened.

It was a challenge finding the right spot in the exhibition, but I like it here with “Silent Witness” and “Lakeside tree III”. I chose to link the three canvases, but it is evn better when they are hung separately up to a few feet apart giving the true feeling of grandure to our big lake.

Sea Dean Annual Solo
18 August - 15 September 2018

Lake Country Coffee House
10356 Bottom Wood Lake Road (Next to Lake Country Art Gallery)
Lake Country BC Canada

7am - 4pm Daily (8am Sundays)
Sea will be on site during Art Walk 8 and 9 September

I’ve been going at break neck speed to get ready for this exhibition. Almost every piece is new, and this year I have many large works including Oil, Acrylic, Mixed Media, Digital and 3D pieces. I will be available all weekend during Art Walk, so that you can ask about the inspiration for your favorite pieces. And if the weather co-operates I may even be giving some demos. Drop in and meet the artist.

Frida loves pumpkin spiced lattes 👀☕️🍂 This cold weather has got us in a fall mood, so we’re bringing pumpkin spice back early! While you’re sipping on your pumpkin spiced latte, check out the amazing art we have on our walls by @blueskyredearth! We LOVE her work❤️‼️

A post shared by Lake Country Coffee House (@lakecountrycoffeehouse) on Aug 28, 2018 at 8:29am PDT

On Exhibition Okanagan - Flying High

As you see, this venue is quite dark with bright spotlights above and around the walls. This makes it very challenging to hang an exhibition. I chose to place my feature oil painting on the main wall because it is less likely to be brushed against and everyone sees it on the way to the counter. I set it with other watery companions. In spite of the dim location it packs a punch due to its 36” x 48” format. I also chose to set it in a black oak frame to give it more definition.

A view that will never grow old. Wander the cliff tops, Explore the cave, go beachcombing on the sand, ride on the seagulls back and soar on the wind. People will ask where this view is located and I have to say it lives in my mind. Happy childhood memories of Cornwall, England. A wonderful trip to Western Ireland. Several trips down the coast of Oregon, California and the East coast of Australia. The painting has areas of texture, brushwork, sgraffito and palette knife work, to create an interesting surface.

Sea Dean Annual Solo - Different Strokes
18 August - 15 September 2018

Lake Country Coffee House
10356 Bottom Wood Lake Road (Next to Lake Country Art Gallery)
Lake Country BC Canada
7am - 4pm Daily (8am Sundays)
Sea will be available for tours and demos during Art Walk 8 and 9 September

I’ve been going at break neck speed to get ready for this exhibition. Almost every piece is new, and this year I have many large works including Oil, Acrylic, Mixed Media, Digital and 3D pieces. I will be available all weekend during Art Walk, so that you can ask about the inspiration for your favorite pieces. And if the weather co-operates I may even be giving some demos. Drop in and meet the artist.

#92 on Leslie Saetas 30 paintings in 30 days game