Thursday, December 4, 2008

Happy Holidays






The holidays are upon us again, boy did that year go fast! As most of my customer already know I put out a new Christmas image yearly. This year I have decided to do a simple version of one of my favorites Holly. I have cards available as usual, with a touch of texture. Texture is something paper and canvas artists don't get to do very often, I quite enjoyed it! I must also mention my open house. I am sorry but my year has been very full with family matters, and I don't have the ability to have one this year. But please if you would like visit the studio, it is open by appointment only (412-487-8531). International images Ltd. a gallery in Sewickley has a few items of mine to view and to purchase, not to mention some outstanding artists from around the world, definitely worth the trip. Wishing you all a Wonderful Holiday. Love Kate






Friday, August 1, 2008

Fairy Land Mural








Come along and walk with me, Fairies are amongst the trees.
Thank you Linda what a wonderful time I had painting this Mural.
This mural was on a semi textured ceiling, so it was very challenging to get the detail, but it worked wonderfully. Enjoy!
A quick not to let you know I will be opening a shop on the Internet soon. So keep watching!


Friday, July 18, 2008

Busy, Busy, Busy







Busy, Busy, Busy, This is a Faux Finish, for a wonderful new home in Sewickley. What a beautiful powder room. Approximately 8 to 9 layers of graduated faux from the bottom to the top, Deep red on the ceiling to accent the crown mold, and deep red graduating down the wall. Then to top it all off I accented with a graduated silver one of a kind stencil damask, from the bottom to about 3/4 up the wall. What fun! Thank you, Linda! Hope that your move went smoothly! Enjoy








Thursday, April 24, 2008

A True Lady



I just loved working on these shutters for A truely wonderful lady, Sending best wishes for a fast recovery. The garden is calling, get well soon! These shutters are painted with a tone on tone floral composition. The edges are trimed with a cut copper design, each leaf is cut out buy hand with a jewelers saw. Each copper panel took 4 days to cut out. They should verdi in a few years. I love verdi, looking forward to seeing them again then. Thank you Colleen for his wonderful opportunity.

Monday, March 17, 2008

Happy Easter Vacation


Wishing all a wonderful Easter! If you get the chance to stop by, please do so. I love bunnies so there are lots of Easter Home decorations. Remember these are one of a kind Items, when there gone there gone. I am thinking of opening a store over the web, please let me know if you would like that? Where is your favorite spot to sell or buy Etsy, Ebay etc.? Looks like spring is trying to inch it's way in so enjoy while it lasts. I am hoping to get into the yard a little today for a start to spring cleanup. RELAX & ENJOY!

Sunday, March 9, 2008

A Welcome Return






I am looking forward to returning to my art world. I will be reopening the cottage starting Monday, March 9th, . Looking forward to seeing all your smiling faces again. Mom is coming along, very slowly and Dad is getting quite use to his crutches. Thank you for all your prayers, and patience.

Wednesday, February 20, 2008

Busy Times

Busy Times, I wanted to apologize for not being a good blogger, And to say thank you to all who are being very patient on my leave. I currently am closed, because of medical problems with my family. My mother has spent the last month in the hospital and to boot my father on the way to the hospital two weeks ago fell and broke his ankle in three places. For the time being I am needed at home for 24 hour care, and keeping track of medical going on's at the hospital. Please except my apology. I will be back to normal as soon as possible.

Kate

Tuesday, January 22, 2008

Elegance











For a lovely lady: This is a commission I just finished. Thank you Betty for the privilege of restoring your heirloom. I hope that you enjoy it, as much as I enjoyed restoring it. We will get it delivered soon. Thank you also for your patience. Looking forward to working with you in the future. Kate

Saturday, January 19, 2008

A Little Rest


Child of the pure, unclouded brow
And dreaming eyes of wonder!
Though time be fleet and I and thou
Are half a life asunder,
Thy loving smile will surely hail
The love-gift of a fairy tale. (Carroll)

Wednesday, January 16, 2008

Working with nature "The Gourd"

This is a very large canteen gourd, which I was very fortunate to find at a flea market. Oh, the wonderful and variety of items you can find.. To me there is no better shopping in the world. If you are looking for the unusual items, a flea market is the place to go. Some of the items need to be embellished or need a little tender loving care. But with a little effort you may find that you end up with the most cherished items in your home. Have a great day!


Monday, January 14, 2008

A Little Light

The imagination is a wonderful thing. What would we do without it? A little light that is in a prime position in my dinning room. The lamp itself is an old lamp, the shade I purchased at a local store, alabaster glass. Painted in neutral shades of gray, white and gold. Neutrals are a wonderful thing, cream and white bring such good light to the dreary days of Pittsburgh. We have many gray days in Pittsburgh, and semi long winters. The use of white and cream brightens all areas of my house. I would like to bring more of these light offerings to the cottage, along with more natural elements, let me know how you feel?