'Eucalyptus' . 14 x 18 . oil on linen panel . 2010
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Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Cheviot Sheep
Photographs copyright © kay eneim 2010
I was allowed to visit and photograph some Cheviot sheep last week at the Desert Wind Ranch. Marlo and Bob Schuh were very kind to let me do so. I had a great time.
The Cheviots are a good bit smaller than most breeds.
These little guys were very curious about my being there, and were tame enough to let me get close. They were carrying a lot of wool... lots and LOTS of wool! They will be getting a good shearing when the nights warm-up a bit.
It was too cloudy a day for good resource photos for a painting, though. I hope to find the photos helpful, nonetheless.
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
FAV 15% Award!
'Early Dawn Peeks Into the Barn' . 9 x 12
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I am pleased to announce that this painting was awarded the FAVORITE 15% Award for the FineArtViews Painting Competition for January 2010. The FAVORITE 15% Award is given to the top-favored 15% of paintings entered in the international online competition, with the awards being granted by a jury. This particular competition included over 650 entries... I am very happy this little painting received this recognition!
Friday, February 5, 2010
Blessed Mother Mary - Work In Progress
'Blessed Mother Mary ' . 5 x 3 . oil on linen panel . 2010
copyright © kay eneim 2010
Work In Progress
I have been absent for too long.
So... I'm showing you this very little painting as a 'work in progress.' This painting is actually much farther along today than this photo reflects. Hopefully she will be finished soon.
It is definitely a challenge for me to work so small!
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Rosie Day
'Rosie Day' . 6 x 8 . oil on linen panel . 2010
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Abraham Darby roses are, to me, the most fragrant, most beautiful roses.
I have been pruning them back, as we must do here every January to give them a fresh start.
I will miss their blossoms very much and will be anxiously awaiting the Spring.
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
Rachel's Rose
'Rachel's Rose' . 7 x 5 . oil on linen panel . 2010
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My daughter-in-law and son gave me this vase. I love it.
The rose is from the 'New Dawn' climbing rose in the garden. It has been rambling like mad! Though a prolific bloomer, each of its blossoms lasts on the bush no more than a day... two at the most. I have to stick to business to get them painted!
Friday, January 1, 2010
Friday, December 25, 2009
Friday, December 18, 2009
'Early Dawn Peeks Into the Barn'
'Early Dawn Peeks Into the Barn'
9 x 12 . oil on gessoed board . 2009
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"The Best & The Brightest" Juried Fine Art Exhibition and Sale 2010
February 18, 2010
These wooly ones were resting, all cozy and content, as the early morning sun peeked through the barn door.
I was on a mission that chilly morning while in Vermont one Fall day. I got up bright and early to make it to the barn first thing. I had hoped to see some little newborn lambs. I missed their births by about an hour... but what an experience to see those new babes!
"Early Dawn Peeks Into the Barn" will be included in "The Best & The Brightest" Juried Exhibition and Sale 2010 and the "Celebration of Art" from January 15th to March 28th. Both events will be held in Scottsdale, Arizona.
The photo shown below of the babies didn't make for a very good painting.
However, I did get a good photo of the 'ladies' resting nearby... it was used for 'Early Dawn Peeks Into the Barn.'
What a great morning it was!
Twins... just born. How beautiful!
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Tuesday, December 15, 2009
'Orchids'
'Orchids' . oil on linen panel . 11 x 14 . 2009
copyright © kay eneim 2009
Painted from life, what stunning colors and shapes lay in the buds of these orchids. So ethereal. They just jumped out and took hold!
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Feast of the Immaculate Conception-December 8th
'Of Murillo's Immaculate Conception'
copyright © kay eneim
Happy Feast Day!
Thursday, December 3, 2009
'Not So Mellow Yellow'
'Not So Mellow Yellow' . oil on linen panel . 18 x 14 . 2009
copyright © kay eneim 2009
... Sunflowers painted from life in the studio.
When watching coverage of the Tour de France cycling race this year, we could see acres and acres of them in the fields of France. What it would be like to see them like that! They must be sooooo spectacular!
Sunflowers and whistling...they just make ya feel happy!
Monday, November 16, 2009
FIrst Place! in 'Fresh Paint' Beaux Arts Miniature Fine Art Show and Auction
'Pear and Manzanita Berries' . 5 x 7 . oil on linen panel . 2009
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This little painting was awarded First Place! in the "Fresh Paint - Emerging Artists" category of the Beaux Arts Miniature Fine Art Show and Auction, to benefit the Scottsdale Artists' School. With this award came a $500 scholarship towards any workshop at SAS! I was thrilled! It was a great event.
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Cover of Catholic Digest December 2009!
by kay eneim
copyright © kay eneim 2004
Private Collection
Gicleè prints of this painting are available.
your gicleè print is mounted on masonite, ready for framing.
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Sunday, November 1, 2009
Mengs' 'Adoration of the Shepherds'
" ' Mengs' 'Adoration of the Shepherds' " . oil on canvas
40 x 30 . 2008
copyright © kay eneim 2008
Anton Mengs' rendition of the birth of Christ is a truly grand piece with the Holy Family surrounded by the angels and animals as well as those you see in this painting. I chose to paint the Nativity with those you see here. I loved the way Christ is looking at us... with the light and the warmth coming from Him.
Gliceè prints of this painting are available.
These gicleès are beautiful!
Made with the finest archival inks and canvas, your gicleè print is mounted on masonite, ready for framing.
'Adoration of the Shepherds' will make a beautiful
Christmas heirloom tradition for you and those you love!
Friday, October 30, 2009
YIKES!
My Garden in the Spring
copyright © kay eneim 2009
I think homegrown flowers are the most beautiful to paint, and I think it's good for a person to get down in the dirt and dig... so gardening is good for me. Time flies when I'm in the garden.
Well... a few weeks ago I had a rude awakening. I was greeted...up REALLY CLOSE and personal...by a rattlesnake!
He had been hiding in the overgrown herb bed. When I started watering the bushy plants he was hiding under, he decided to pop his head up out of the bush, about a foot above, and he just looked at me. He then slithered over and down to a clearing. That's when I saw the rattles on the tail.
Surprising to me, he never coiled and he never rattled. Thankfully, he didn't strike. I might easily have begun digging in that spot. It happened on the Feast of the Guardian Angels. I am very grateful to mine.
Not being any sort of expert on the subject of rattlesnakes, I can only guess that, with the cooler weather, he was starting to get sluggish for his winter sleep. I've heard that rattlers don't always warn you with their 'rattle' when they are around, but I was pretty shocked to have experienced it.
I will definitely keep the garden trimmed closer from now on so those critters won't have a place to hide anymore because I still love... truly LOVE... living in the desert!
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Howard/Mandville Gallery 19th Annual Invitational Small Works Show
'Roses IV' . oil on canvas . 14 x 11 . 2009
copyright ©kay eneim 2009
available through Howard/Mandville Gallery
Green Pomegranate' . oil on linen panel
6 x 16 . 2009
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6 x 16 . 2009
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These two little paintings will be shown in the Howard/Mandville Gallery 19th Annual Invitational Small Works Show
in Kirkland, Washington, from November 5 - 30, 2009.
The sale will be held on November 14, 2009.
800-544-4712
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Pear and Manzanita Berries
'Pear and Manzanita Berries' . oil on linen panel . 5 x 7 . 2009
copyright © kay eneim 2009
sold through Scottsdale Artists' School
A pear... and, most importantly to me, manzanita berries from the mountains a couple of hours drive away. The berries are a beautiful 'apple' green when fresh. They then dry to a warm golden coral color... a treasured little gift from the Manzanita!
This painting has been accepted into the juried "Fresh Paint" segment of the Beaux Arts Fundraiser to benefit the Scottsdale Artists' School, to be held on November 14th. The proceeds from this painting will be donated to them. The Scottsdale Artists' School is a tremendous resource for artists. I am very grateful to be able to attend one of the finest schools in the country.
480-990-1422
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Honor Finalist Award - Fine Art Views Competition
"Fig and Manzanita Berries"
copyright © kay eneim 2009
"Fig and Manzanita Berries" has just been awarded honor Finalist in the August 2009 competition held by Fine Art Views!
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
My Studio
copyright © kay eneim 2009
...A peek into my studio on a sunny day. It's always a sunny day here. Love that.
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