Lake Area Artists 49th Annual Show & Sale Now Through April 26

Here are a couple of new pastel paintings I have in this show:

"Jackson Bottom Wetlands" by Gretha Lindwood, pastel, 9"x18" painted en plein air, beautiful espresso wood frame and TrueVue Anti-Reflective glass. I have four paintings of this popular size in the show.

"Edge Of Autumn" by Gretha Lindwood, pastel, 6"x6" in beautiful espresso wood frame and TrueVue Anti-Reflective glass. For my collectors who have been asking for more of these little paintings, there are four of this size available.

Forty artists with over 500 original paintings! 

Meet the Artists Reception April 24, 5pm to 8pm with

wine, hors d'oeuvres, and music!

I'll see you there!

Six Mini Paintings Delivered To Gallery

The gallery asked for more of my 6"x6" pastel paintings so how could I refuse? I delivered these to Cannon Beach Arts Association Gallery just yesterday. The Cannon Beach Gallery is located at 1064 S. Hemlock, Cannon Beach, OR 97110, Phone 503-436-0744. You'll like the town of Cannon Beach, treat yourself to a trip there.

Marsh Madness by Gretha Lindwood, 6"x6" pastel, 

$227 framed with anti-reflective glass

Wild Weeds by Gretha Lindwood, 6"x6" pastel,
$227 framed with anti-reflective glass

Morning Light by Gretha Lindwood, 6"x6" pastel,
$227 framed with anti-reflective glass

Reflecting Spring by Gretha Lindwood, 6"x6" pastel,
$227 framed with anti-reflective glass

Field Of Flowers by Gretha Lindwood, 6"x6" pastel,
$227 framed with anti-reflective glass

Golds Of Spring by Gretha Lindwood, 6"x6" pastel,
$227 framed with anti-reflective glass

Pastel Demo Painting At Fairweather House & Garden

In spite of a downpour last night at Seaside, Oregon, there was a good crowd who turned out for Seaside's monthly Art Walk. Acclaimed nature photographer, Neal Maine, and I were featured artists at Fairweather House & Garden. Neal spoke of his latest photo adventure to the Arctic focusing on the plight of the polar bear. Below is the pastel painting I did as a live painting demonstration. I titled it Quiet Anticipation in reference to the theme of this month's exhibit of the same name.

Quiet Anticipation by Gretha Lindwood, 12"x12" pastel, $675 framed

"Nostalgic Path" - New Pastel Painting

Based on a photo I took at Lewis and Clark Park in the Columbia River Gorge area I painted this little beauty. I think it has a bit of a dream-like quality and I feel a bit wistful when looking at it. This will be available at Fairweather House & Garden in Seaside, Oregon on Saturday, February 7th where I will be one of the featured artists. Come watch me do a pastel painting at the gallery during the Seaside  First Saturday Art Walk from 5:00 to 7:00pm!

Nostalgic Path by Gretha Lindwood, pastel, 6"x6", framed with anti-reflective glass, $187

Just In Time For Valentine's Day

This new pastel painting of mine is hot off the easel and has been delivered to Art On Broadway Gallery for their "Love Is In The Air" exhibit and sale of 8"x8" artworks. This, or any of the beautiful pieces of art in the exhibit, would make a lovely gift for your sweetie on Valentine's Day, or any occasion! Art On Broadway Gallery is located at 12570 SW Broadway St., Beaverton, OR, Phone 503-601-3300.

"Lover's Lane" by Gretha Lindwood, pastel, 8"x8" framed with anti-reflective glass, $297

January 2015 Daily Paintings…or nearly

Okay, time to get started on the challenge of painting everyday, or nearly everyday.

The two paintings below were originally one long 6"x12"painting. I cut it in half then re-worked both sides to make two new 6"x6" paintings. Success!!

Canoe Path by Gretha Lindwood, 6"x6" pastel on sandpaper, based on a view of a lake near my home

Soft Whispers by Gretha Lindwood, 6"x6" pastel on sandpaper, based on a view of a lake near my home

A Gentle Afternoon by Gretha Lindwood, 5"x5" pastel on sandpaper, reminiscent of a nearby view

8 New Pastel Mini Paintings Delivered to Cannon Beach Gallery

It's so exciting to be asked to bring new framed work to Cannon Beach Gallery because my previous paintings practically flew off the walls! And I was happy to oblige with the pieces shown below. It's a beautiful gallery with wonderful art of all kinds. Drop by the gallery when you are at the Oregon Coast. It's located at 1064 S. Hemlock, Cannon Beach, OR 97110. Phone 503-436-0744.

Awaken, 6"x6" pastel, $187 framed

Solstice, 6"x6" pastel, $187 framed

Serene, 6"x6" pastel, $187 framed

Wander, 6"x6" pastel, $187 framed

Discover, 6"x6" pastel, $187 framed

Tranquil, 6"x6" pastel, $187 framed

Beach Marsh, 6"x6" pastel, plein air - SOLD

Rain Day At Indian Beach, 6"x6" pastel, plein air, $187 framed

Time To Toot My Own Horn For 2014

Thank you to all my valuable clients, friends, judges, artists and family for a truly memorable year, 2014. Each and everyone of you helped make this past year a stellar one for me.

A few memorable moments from 2014 for me in the art business…

APRIL - Marie Louise's Garden, 6"x9" plein air pastel painting awarded "Best of Show' at the Lake Area Artists 48th Annual Show and Sale! SOLD

MAY - Authorized Vehicles Only, 9"x18" plein air pastel painting awarded "Best Pastel" at 21st Annual Carmel Art Festival! SOLD

JUNE - Winter Color, 9"x18" plein air pastel painting shown at "Shared Oregon Visions" Cannon Beach Gallery. SOLD

JUNE - Wading, 12"x12" plein air pastel painting from Los Gatos Plein Air 2014. SOLD

SEPTEMBER - High Perch, 9"x18" plein air pastel painting awarded "People's Choice" at Pacific Northwest Plein Air Competition 2014!

SEPTEMBER - Late Afternoon At Salt Creek Marsh, 9"x12" plein air pastel painting from Paint the Peninsula 2014. SOLD