"Friends and Neighbors", 10x20, oil on linen, classical realism, pears, grapes, Maryanne Jacobsen art, still life

"Friends and Neighbors", 10x20, oil on linen

Sometimes I think it is important for me to paint something that is more in line with the classical tradition.

I tend to prefer "looser" work, but I much admire the artists who render so beautifully fruits , flowers and vases in the tradition of the Old Masters. This was my attempt at a "serious" painting. and while I am serious about all my work, I hope you all know what I mean!

Days of Wine and Roses, 10x20, oil on linen, wine roses, pears, grapes, floral, Galerie du Soleil

"Days of Wine and Roses", 10x20

I painted this one recently from life and found it challenging. The grapes, the wine glass, the roses- nothing about this painting came together easily for me.

Did you ever notice that that's how it is with art? Some pieces sort of fall together without effort and then there are those that we just persevere with until we get a somewhat satisfying outcome.

At least I was happy with this outcome after messing with it a few thousand times.

"Days of Wine and Roses" is available through Galerie du Soleil.

"Window Seat", 6x6, oil, 6 inch squared show, grapes, sunflowers, still life

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"Window Seat", 6x6, oil

This is one of three paintings that were juried into Randy Higbee's annual 6x6 inch squared show this year. I always love the show, and this year the entries were exceptional. Honored to be included in the show for the third consecutive year, and happy that two out of three paintings have sold, including, "Window Seat". Thanks for all your hard work, Randy and staff at King of Frames!

"Bartlett Pears with Grapes, 12x16, oil on board

"Bartlett Pears with Grapes, 12x16, oil on board

I've enjoyed working on a couple "academic" pieces this week. Here's one of them.

I concentrated on values and edges on this one. In retrospect, this study would have looked dynamic with a white tablecloth, but I wasn't thinking about the colors of the tablecloth when I started it.

It was a good effort and I'm happy with it.

"Grapes and Old Treasures", 9x12, still life, brass ,bottle, milk glass, grapes

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"Grapes and Old Treasures", 9x12

I haven't done an academic still life like this one in a long while, but yesterday I borrowed some family antiques from a friend and decided to have a go at painting them.

I must confess I felt very rusty! It needs more work, but I decided to put it away for now.

Here's my reference:

"Grapes And Pears"- 5x7 oil on panel, grapes, pears, small still life, tasteful gifts, miniature paintings, holiday art, little gems, Maryanne Jacobsen

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"Grapes And Pears"- 5x7 oil on panel

This lovely little still life would make a special gift for someone who can appreciate the art of giving art!

Painted with a limited palette, the subtle tones mesh together beautifully to create a gift that will last a lifetime, and which can be displayed with ease in anything from a small office to a spacious country kitchen setting. The wide gold frame is available as well at extra cost.

Please contact me at maryannejacobsen@aol.com to purchase this lovely painting for someone special on your holiday gift list..

"Quiet Elegance", 18x24, oil on linen, award-winning paintings

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"Quiet Elegance", 18x24, oil on linen

"Quiet Elegance" received the Judges Award last week at the opening of the Harvest of Art exhibition at the visual Arts Center in Punta Gorda, Florida. This is Charlotte County's oldest and most prestigious annual juried exhibit, and will be the 24th year for the Harvest of Art. I had just joined the art center, so I was delighted to receive this award. Muchu Gracias to the judge!

Mixed Roses in a Blue Vase, 16x2o

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Mixed Roses in a Blue Vase, 16x20, oil on linen

For those of you who have reminded me that I haven't done a floral in quite a while- here goes.

The mixed roses and scattered daisies are complimented by the luscious fruits and the blue vase is enhanced by the complimentary colors in the roses and peaches.

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