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Saturday, September 23, 2006
Saturday, September 16, 2006
Oil Studies from mountains trip...
6" x 8" Oil on Canvas Panel
6" x 8" Oil on Canvas PanelThese are some small oil studies I painted while my wife and I were on vacation in the Blue Ridge mountains in Virginia. We were staying on Massanutten Mountain at the Massanutten Resort, but it rained the entire time. We were there at the end of August during hurricane Ernesto! I had to paint these studies from our balcony because of the rain and heavy winds. I will probably develop some larger studio pieces from these studies and my photos.
Monday, September 04, 2006
Carribean Colors
"Carribean Colors"
8" x 10" Oil on Canvas
This is a small studio piece done from sketches and photo reference from a past trip to the Bahamas. It is available through Picasso's Gallery & gift shop located at the Alamance County Arts Council. To purchase, call them at 336-226-4495 or email them at arts@triad.rr.com , or you can email me.
Wednesday, August 23, 2006
New Gallery Representative!
I have a new gallery where you can view some of my work. I have recently joined Picasso's Gallery/Gift shop, which is located inside the Alamance County Arts Council building. The gallery offers may great original paintings as well as pottery and glass by local and regional artists. It is housed inside a beautifully restored mansion from the 1800's. The front two galleries are for changing exhibitions by regional and nationally known artists, and Picasso's is located in another part of the building with its own entrance.
I will be on a vacation/painting trip next week, but I will have work in the gallery when I get back. Be sure to drop by and check out the gallery. They have many great things to see.
For more information, email me at paintinglandscapes@yahoo.com , or call the Arts Council at 336-226-4495.
Wednesday, August 09, 2006
Bike Path, Bald Head Island
"Bike Path, Bald Head Island"12" x 12" Oil on Birch Panel
This is a recent studio painting I did from some photographs I had from a past trip to Bald Head Island. This is a small bike path that goes through the marsh with a view of "Old Baldy" lighthouse in the background. The upper part of the digital image is a bit dark compared to the original.
To purchase, email at paintinglandscapes@yahoo.com
I do accept credit/debit cards through Paypal.
Tuesday, August 08, 2006
Alamance County Arts Council Celebration
" Down by the Depot"14" x 11"
Oil on Canvas Panel
$225 Framed
My setup at the event The Alamance County Arts Council celebrated 50 years this past Friday night by staging several events including a fireworks finale. I was asked to paint at the historic depot during one of the events. Above is a picture of my easel set up with a painting in progress. I started one small one and did the one shown at the top as well. It is mostly finished, except maybe for some refining of edges.
Monday, July 17, 2006
Plein Air Show Pictures
These are some pictures from the "Passion for Plein Air" exhibit metioned in my previous post. I have 4 paintings in this show and it will run until August 19. The show can be viewed at the Alamance County Arts Council Gallery located at 213 S. Main St. in Graham, NC. I took these pics before the reception got underway, because it was too crowded to get any pics later. There was a neat display in the top picture from the family of a local deceased plein air artist. They loaned his equipment to the gallery as well as one of his paintings to tell about the history of plein air. He worked during the 1940's and on. Hope you get to stop by and see the show!Friday, July 14, 2006
Plein Air Show and Reception
"A Passion for Plein Air"
I will have some paintings in the show listed above. This show will feature "plein air" paintings by a number of North Carolina artists. The show will run from July 16 - August 21 and the opening reception will be this Sunday, July 16th from 2 - 4pm. This exhibit will feature works painted on location throughout the Piedmont region of North Carolina. The show will be at the Capt. White House Gallery in Graham, also known as the Alamance County Arts Council. Hope to see you there!
For more information, email me at paintinglandscapes@yahoo.com .
Wednesday, July 05, 2006
Mother of Pearl Box
"Mother of Pearl Box"5" x 7"
Oil on Canvas Panel
I reposted this because the previous post of this painting was a bit fuzzy.
Thursday, June 29, 2006
Showcase Artist Exhibit
Here is a picture of my exhibit at the BAL Gallery in Burlington, NC. I was showcase artist there for the month of June. I will be in another upcoming show at the Alamance County Arts Council in July. The exhibit is titled, "A Passion for Plein Air" since all of the work in the show was painted outdoors on location. The reception will be on July 16 from 2 -4pm.
Sunday, June 25, 2006
Couple recent Plein Air Paintings
"Garden Shed"8" x 10" Acrylic on Hardboard
$125 Framed
"Summer Lavender"8" x 10"
Oil on Canvas Panel
$125 Framed
These are a few recent plein air paintings. "Plein Air" means "open air" and refers to paintings and studies done in natural light on location, painting directly from the subject. These works are often looser than my studio work because of the need to paint fast before the light changes. I sometimes will visit a location several times to finish a large plein air painting. I also use these outdoor paintings as reference material for larger studio paintings.
Thursday, June 08, 2006
Lavender Farm Event this weekend!
Hello all. It's that time of year again. I will be participating in a paint out on Saturday that is sponsored by the Alamance County arts council. The event will take place during Sunshine Lavender Farm's annual festival, so I will be painting in view of the public along with other participating artists. Then, that evening, my reception for my show will take place at the BAL gallery at 7pm. I will post pictures of the paint out and my opening on the blog here next week. Be sure to check out my regular website at www.justinholdren.com for updates to my portfolio. Thanks!
Wednesday, June 07, 2006
Houseplant
"Houseplant"7" x 5" Acrylic on Canvas Panel
SOLD
To purchase, email me at paintinglandscapes@yahoo.com - I can accept checks, money orders, and credit/debit cards through Paypal.
Thursday, June 01, 2006
Upcoming Gallery Show and Newspaper Article
Hello all. I will be showcase artist for the month of June at the BAL Gallery. The show will feature some recent landscapes in oil and acrylic. The exhibit will run from June 8 through the end of the month. There will be a small reception at the gallery on Saturday June 10th from 7 - 9pm. Light refreshments will be served. The gallery is located at the BMOC outlet center next to Kay Bee toys. The Times - News will also run a feature article about the show. It will be in the Accent section on Thursday June 8th. The pictures above are a few of the pieces in the exhibit.
Monday, May 22, 2006
Local Color Gallery Paint out
Here I am painting in Glenwood South at the paint out. I had a great time. Read about it below. Hello friends. This past Saturday I participated in a paint out in Raleigh, NC. Local Color Gallery organized the event and they did a fantastic job! I completed two paintings and turned them in framed to the gallery. The works will be exhibited the month of June at the gallery. Jerry's Artarama was one of the sponsors for the event, so all of the artists got a "goodie bag" full of free art supplies. All in all, a great day!
Thursday, May 04, 2006
2 new paintings
"Chatham County Pond"20" x 16" Oil on Canvas
$250 Framed
"Bamburi Beach View, Kenya"12" x 12" Oil on Gallery Wrap Canvas
$150
These paintings are two recent ones that are in my current solo show. To purchase, email me at paintinglandscapes@yahoo.com
Thanks to all who attended the opening. I appreciate your support!
Wednesday, May 03, 2006
Solo Show Pictures
Above are some pictures of my solo show at the Mebane Arts Center. The show will hang until May 31st, so drop by if you get a chance. These pictures were taken a few minutes before the reception started. I didn't get many pictures of the people there as I was too busy talking to them about the work. If you want to purchase any of the pieces in the show, just email me at paintinglandscapes@yahoo.com . I can accept cash, checks , money orders, and credit/debit cards through Paypal.
Sunday, April 16, 2006
Thunder Mountain Paint out
"View from Thunder Mountain"8" x 10" Oil on Canvas Panel
This one is still unfinished...
"Spring Blossoms"8" x 10" Acrylic on Canvas Panel
I attended a paint out at Thunder Mountain yesterday and had a great time. I finished one painting and almost finished up the oil painting, but that one still needs some tweaking. Diane Johnson, a nationally known artist who I have wanted to meet since art school, was there. I learned so much from talking to her and watching her work. All in all, a great day!
Wednesday, April 12, 2006
"Travels with My Paintbox: An Artist's Impressions" Solo Show
This solo show will run from May 2nd - May 31st at the Mebane Arts Center in Mebane, NC. The opening reception will be on May 2nd from 7 - 9pm. If you are in the area, please stop by and say hello! This show will feature mainly oil and acrylic paintings inspired from my travels to Africa, Bahamas, Florida, and will also include paintings from my local travels in North Carolina.
The pics above are a sneak preview of some of the pieces in the show.
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