Weekly Auction

"Ocean Sunrise"

Ok...Here we go! This is the first painting offered in my new weekly auction of miniature oil paintings. It was inspired by a trip to Ft. Pierce on the East Coast of Florida. The painting measures 5"x 7" on canvas panel.

Each of these paintings will be fresh, right off the easel. I plan a variety of subjects such as landscapes (of course), sky scapes, and birds. And the sizes will vary from 5" x 7" to very tiny 2" x 3" that you have seen here in my other auction.

Just email me with your bid. I will post the highest current bid here so check back often.

Remember, a new painting will be offered each Monday. Bidding starts as soon as the painting is posted and ends the following Sunday at 5 PM EST. And the bids start at just 99 Cents!!

I Am Back!

Wow! The time has really flown by since my last post and lots has happened: The group show with my fellow members of Out of Hand Artist Salon was a success. It was beautifully hung by Dr. Leslie Hammond and was the hit of the season.; the Inaugural Exhibit for the Florida Museum for Women Artists in Deland, Fl. opened and was outstanding! I am proud to have my work included in such an historical event.; "Marvelous Minis for Merry Making" Exhibit and Sale at Voilart! Art Gallery attracted a lot of attention during the holidays. ; and best of all, I got a brand new grandson!!!!

The miniature show was so well received I have decided to start the new year with a new auction. A miniature painting 5" x 7" or smaller will be posted each Monday with 5 pm Eastern time Sunday night being the final auction-bid deadline. And each auction will begin at just 99 Cents.

Tomorrow is Monday...so check back to see the new miniature painting being offered. Remember you only have 7 days to bid.

OoHA Reception

Our "Gala Reception" has come and gone. The seven of us cleaned up pretty darn good. From left to right: Sharon Crute, Margaret Watts, Lorna Effler, Nancy Moskovitz, me, Moe Hahn and Mary Verrandeaux.

We had a nice turn out, especially for our first group show. And better yet, a few paintings were sold. The show will be up until November 14, so there is still a chance for you to stop by the Brick and take a look.

My husband, Harry, was a big hit when he walked in with his top hat on to act as bar tender, along with Nancy's husband Rick Moskovitz.

It was a fun evening. The work looks great. New contacts were made.

All in all---I count this show a success!!

OoHA Exhibit

There is a great deal of satisfaction that comes when you put a show to bed after you have done all you can do to pull it together. "OoHA H.U.G.S. Ocala" will be either a great success or a big failure, but I am at peace with the fact that our salon did as much as we could to make it successful.

The Gala Reception is tonight, Friday Nov. 6, so at 5:30 all seven of us will be in position, ready to greet all those who come to support us and H.U.G.S. Charities, Inc. We are giving a lot away on this one...25% of sales to H.U.G.S., a non-profit organization that raises funds for the research, prevention, detection and treatment of all forms of cancer and assists individuals and families whose lives have been affected by it and 25% to Marion Cultural Alliance to further the arts in Marion County.

If you are in the area tonight for the reception or anytime before the show closes November 14 come by the Brick to be treated to some of the best art found in the area. I am confident you will walk away with a new appreciation for the quality of art and artists that are right here in Ocala.

Busy Weekend

The Sneak Preview Party Friday night at Voilart! Art Gallery was great fun. Many people who could not attend the Ocala Art Festival Saturday or Sunday enjoyed seeing the new paintings in the relaxed atmosphere. No parking problems and no heat was certainly a plus.

While I was preparing for the party Friday, my husband set my tent up at the art festival. Then after the party we packed up all the paintings and headed for the show grounds with them. Very early Saturday morning we hung the art and got ready for the crowd that always turns out for this outstanding event.

The people were great...the sales were great

and I even won the

Award Of Excellence prize!

Yep, this is me with the Cheshire Cat Grin.

All in all it was an exciting...and exhausting weekend. Now comes the task of putting the gallery back together and getting the paintings ready for the next show.

Catching Up

Voilart! Art Gallery and Working Studio opened with great fan fare at our gala Ribbon Cutting Ceremoney September 4. Many collectors, family and friends attended including County Commissioner Barbara Fitos, County Administrator Lee Niblock, Marion Cultural Alliance Director Nancy Ledding and Dr. Lofgren, Director of the Appleton Museum of Art.

Our first month has been successful. Many clients have dropped by to see the gallery and take home paintings for their personal collections. People visiting downtown discover us and walk in, delighted to find top quality art with the added bonus of visiting with us (the artists) and watching us paint. All in all, my partner Sharon Crute and I have had a wonderful month and are looking foreward to the future. Thanks to all who have supported us in the venture!!

Voilart! Art Gallery and Working Studio

108 East Ft. King Street

Ocala, Florida

Wednesday through Saturday 11a.m. - 6 p.m.

Studio Preview Opening

The is how the studio space looked while we were working on it. We did not have a great deal to do, thank goodness.

Sharon and I had butterflies as we put final touches on the gallery. Hanging the paintings was a lot of fun. It is great to see your work exhibited in a beautiful space with perfect lighting.

Our goal is to promote art, artists and art groups in Marion County. So, it was great to have Dr. Leslie Hammond, President of Artistic Eye Fine Art Services, LLC attend the opening. Check out her web site http://www.artisticeye-fas.com/. L-R Leslie, Sharon, Teri
Leslie was out with pal and birthday girl Teri Carey.

And of course, we were especially pleased to have Nancy Ledding,
Director of Brick City Center for the Arts come by to welcome us
to the neighborhood.

My very good friend and wonderful artist Susan Cassens made the long 3 hour drive from Ft. Pierce to surprise me. She and I had a similar studio/gallery almost 20 years ago.

The preview opening was a success. Many friends, relatives, collectors and people enjoying "Ladies Night Out" came in to welcome the new kids on the block.