| By Katy Cauker, 24 contributed posts About the author: I paint in an effort to give solid form to feelings and ideas that increase the depth of my experiences in the process of living. American Modernists and their quest to discover a history of art particular to the country they lived in connect me in my personal exploration with European impressionist and post-impressionist artists. I strive to continue their work and further my own understanding of how art concurrently creates and connects us to our culture.  Over the Edge at Mendocino focuses on developing the shapes formed by water as it moves over the rocks. I see the volume and solid nature of water in much the same way as I see the rocks. Continue reading Over the Edge at Mendocino; 16×20 acrylic By Katy Cauker, 24 contributed posts About the author: I paint in an effort to give solid form to feelings and ideas that increase the depth of my experiences in the process of living. American Modernists and their quest to discover a history of art particular to the country they lived in connect me in my personal exploration with European impressionist and post-impressionist artists. I strive to continue their work and further my own understanding of how art concurrently creates and connects us to our culture.  The first drawing for a series titled “The Old Woman and the Sea”. The drawing is a base for a small painting in acrylic. Drawn from a mental image while trying to apply the fundamentals I’ve learned from Erik Sandgren and still draw without… Continue reading Drawing for “The Old Woman and the Sea” 6×6 on panel By Katy Cauker, 24 contributed posts About the author: I paint in an effort to give solid form to feelings and ideas that increase the depth of my experiences in the process of living. American Modernists and their quest to discover a history of art particular to the country they lived in connect me in my personal exploration with European impressionist and post-impressionist artists. I strive to continue their work and further my own understanding of how art concurrently creates and connects us to our culture.  We travel up and down the Pacific coast through out the year, last year we spent several days in Mendocino, CA. I painted along the cliffs looking out to sea, always fascinated and soothed by the motion and sound of the waves. In this one spot there we… Continue reading “Mendocino Wave” acrylic painting on canvas, 16 x 20 inches By Pat Blair, 59 contributed posts About the author: Pat's work hangs in public & private collections from Australia to California to New York. She is a member of Plein Air Painters of Oregon, the Plein Air Society of Southern Oregon, and a Rogue Valley Art Association life member. Working very closely with nature "en plein air", she enjoys color and the interplay of light and shadow to create a mood and personality. She also teaches classes and workshops in drwaing and pating, as well as visual art journaling. See Pat's listing at the Southern Oregon Artists Resource to learn more and make contact.  I’VE JUST GOT TO GO! I am on a two week hiatus from my teaching schedule of watercolor classes. Before I get myself totally involved in social or volunteer activities I first need to take care of this constant itch! It is a… Continue reading OUT AND ABOUT EN PLEIN AIR By Katy Cauker, 24 contributed posts About the author: I paint in an effort to give solid form to feelings and ideas that increase the depth of my experiences in the process of living. American Modernists and their quest to discover a history of art particular to the country they lived in connect me in my personal exploration with European impressionist and post-impressionist artists. I strive to continue their work and further my own understanding of how art concurrently creates and connects us to our culture.  Acrylics lend themselves well to on location painting. They dry quickly enough to transport easily yet with the right set up you can keep a palette moist all day, you can work them over making adjustments… Continue reading Converging Paths – Klamath Wildlife Refuge By Katy Cauker, 24 contributed posts About the author: I paint in an effort to give solid form to feelings and ideas that increase the depth of my experiences in the process of living. American Modernists and their quest to discover a history of art particular to the country they lived in connect me in my personal exploration with European impressionist and post-impressionist artists. I strive to continue their work and further my own understanding of how art concurrently creates and connects us to our culture.  This painting in watercolor and gouache with some charcoal drawing. I did it on a lovely afternoon with Bets Cole. We were returning from painting on Sauvie Island and stopped alongside I5 at a winery that Bets knew had good views for painting. … Continue reading Agricultural Views By Katy Cauker, 24 contributed posts About the author: I paint in an effort to give solid form to feelings and ideas that increase the depth of my experiences in the process of living. American Modernists and their quest to discover a history of art particular to the country they lived in connect me in my personal exploration with European impressionist and post-impressionist artists. I strive to continue their work and further my own understanding of how art concurrently creates and connects us to our culture.  “Ona Beach Tango” is a watercolor on BFK printing paper. The printing paper absorbs paint and water differently than regular watercolor paper, rather sucking up and holding it place! One also has to take more care with the surface because the paper is … Continue reading Ona Beach Tango By Silvia Trujillo, 144 contributed posts About the author: With a history in fashion design, Silvia Trujillo has 20 years experience in fine art study, painting, and teaching. She is a master colorist; emphasizing color harmony, and works in impressionist, realist and abstract styles, and teaches plein air and painting workshops. "My goal is to consistently produce paintings that are uniquely original and that express my love of nature." See Silvia's listing at the Southern Oregon Artists Resource to learn more and make contact.  Oaks Ablaze A studio painting of a smaller quick oil sketch. Light in Nature creates the movement of colors. Robert Delaunay © “Copyright” 2012 Silvia Trujillo All rights reserved Continue reading Oaks Ablaze By Silvia Trujillo, 144 contributed posts About the author: With a history in fashion design, Silvia Trujillo has 20 years experience in fine art study, painting, and teaching. She is a master colorist; emphasizing color harmony, and works in impressionist, realist and abstract styles, and teaches plein air and painting workshops. "My goal is to consistently produce paintings that are uniquely original and that express my love of nature." See Silvia's listing at the Southern Oregon Artists Resource to learn more and make contact.  Oak Sentinel Since we had a few days of Spring-like weather I took advantage of the warmth and painted outdoors. This scene has always intrigued me because of the vast distance behind the lone oak. It snowed right after and I was able to get some photos of the same scene which looked like a completely different [...] Continue reading Oak Sentinel By Katy Cauker, 24 contributed posts About the author: I paint in an effort to give solid form to feelings and ideas that increase the depth of my experiences in the process of living. American Modernists and their quest to discover a history of art particular to the country they lived in connect me in my personal exploration with European impressionist and post-impressionist artists. I strive to continue their work and further my own understanding of how art concurrently creates and connects us to our culture.  There’s are many places along the Oregon coast that I regularly paint. Besides the obvious pleasure I find in spending a day out of doors at the beach, the energy of the surf, and the dramatic landforms along the shore line make for challenging painti… Continue reading Drama on the Edge |  DISCLOSURE: SOAR/Art Matters! has affiliate relationships with the providers of great products and services below. If you make a purchase from one of the sites below, it helps defray the cost of promoting Southern Oregon Artists, so please use our links!   Utrecht's online discounts have been updated, though the graphics remain the same. The link above saves 40% off your highest priced item (coupon code AP1), the one below gets you 15% off any order of $100 or more AND Free Shipping! (coupon code AP3)    Ashland artist Pegi Smith sells her art on Yessy.com - View her Yessy gallery hereNow thru April 30: 
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