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"Hazy Day Hikers" is a plein air pastel painting by Cotati, CA based artist Clark Mitchell. This sublime piece depicts an aerial trail side view of a mountain side. Off in the distance, are hikers taking in the beautiful sunny day. Purple mountains sit quietly against a gold late afternoon sky. This piece comes with an ornate gold frame and is ready to hang. Artwork measurements are: Unframed: 9"w x 12"h Framed: 12.5"w x 15.5"h About the Artist: Growing up in the shadow of the Rockies, Clark Mitchell very early discovered a love of the natural world. Given a set of fine old German pastels by his father when quite young, he quickly embraced the medium for its ease of handling, brilliance of color and portability. He received a bachelor’s degree in art from Colorado College in the seventies and moved to San Francisco to continue his studies at the Academy of Art College. Through personal exploration as well as study with artists Albert Handell, Skip Whitcomb, Michael Lynch...

"Lifting Fog" is a pastel painting by Torrance, CA based artist, Joe Mancuso. This painting was created in Morgan Hill, CA. This calming painting depicts a lonely road with a monumental tree to the right-hand side. Tones of violet, orange, blues, and greens, can be found in this piece. Mancuso ventured out prior to the Plein Air Paint Out event and became inspired by the landscape of the quiet town. This painting is offered in a traditional wood frame with an ornate gold fillet. Framed: 9.5"W x 11.75"H Unframed: 6"W x 8"H Framing includes a black matte border with an ornate gold fillet on top of museum glass, all included in the price. About the Artist: Joe Mancuso is a plein air pastellist based in Torrance, CA. Mancuso is well known for the light in his paintings. His paintings are deeply influenced by the environment, especially seasonal changes and climactic weather. Mancuso creates his breathtaking paintings on location and though he may respond to a certain place or scene, his goal is to always make capturing the light his focal point. Joe participated in Colibri Gallery...

Celebrating the joining of shapes and patterns, artist Kerith Lisi invites the viewer to join her in viewing the grid-like nature of Terrace. Featuring perpendicular rows that descen...

"Morgan Hill Morning" is a pastel painting by Torrance, CA based artist, Joe Mancuso. This painting was created at Harvey Bear Park in Morgan Hill, CA, known for its lush scenery and excellent hiking trails. Mancuso ventured out prior to the Plein Air Paint Out event and became inspired by the landscape of the quiet town. Framed: 13.5" x 15.5" Unframed: 8" x 10" Framing includes a black matte border with an ornate gold fillet on top of museum glass, all included in the price. About the Artist: Joe Mancuso is a plein air pastellist based in Torrance, CA. Mancuso is well known for the light in his paintings. His paintings are deeply influenced by the environment, especially seasonal changes and climactic weather. Mancuso creates his breathtaking paintings on location and though he may respond to a certain place or scene, his goal is to always make capturing the light his focal point. Joe participated in Colibri Gallery’s 2nd Annual Morgan Hill Plein Air Paint Out, where he won third place for his painting, Roses Among the Vines. In 2021, Mancuso achieved Master Circle Status with The International Association of Pastel Societies and is a Signature Member of the Pastel Society of America. Mancuso holds membership with The California Art Club, Laguna Beach Plein Air...

"Evening at Harvey Bear Park" is a pastel painting by Torrance, CA based artist, Joe Mancuso. This painting was created during Colibri Gallery's 2nd An...

"Cyanotype Fern" is an original photogram print of a tree fern by Northern Californian artist Ellie Honl. The artwork documents one central white frond and ...

"Jewel" is a color woodcut print by Pittsburgh artist Valerie Lueth of Tugboat Printshop. Valerie has hand-carved three different woodblocks to create a ...

"Coral Bouquet" is a color etching by Texas artist Lauren Kussro. In the print, an unfurling object reveals clusters of flora and fauna that could be fro...

"Jubilant Leaves Unfurl Their Praise" is an etching by Texas artist Lauren Kussro. In the print, an unfurling object reveals curious clusters of flora an...

"Fictional Bridge" is an imaginative watercolor by award-winning L.A. artist and architect Thomas W. Schaller. The watercolor painting depicts an architecturally stunning pedestrian bridge, towering over an active marketplace. A hillside town can be seen in the distance as the artist's graphite sketch becomes more visible and impressive. This watercolor painting of Italian inspired architecture is primarily painted in tan, brown, and navy blue colors. For more works by Thomas Schaller...

"The End of Day" is a watercolor by award-winning L.A. artist and architect Thomas W. Schaller. The watercolor painting depicts a man in a red coat and his loyal dog standing at the edge of a dock and looking out across the lake at distant cottages. Two boats are tied to the dock and the man and his companion seem to be relaxing and enjoying the soothing sounds of the gentle waters and the comforting shade of the over-arching tree. For more works by Thomas Schaller...

"Patch of Light" is a watercolor by award-winning L.A. artist and architect Thomas W. Schaller. The painting depicts the weathered facade of a historic building in Havana, Cuba draped with sporadic cast-shadows and a tangle of powerlines stretched across the foreground. Look closely to see the dog peering from the doorway. This watercolor painting of architecture is primarily painted in tan, brown, purple, and navy colors. For more works by Thomas Schaller...

"Street Scene, Sperlonga Italy" is a watercolor by award-winning L.A. artist and architect Thomas W. Schaller. The painting depicts layers of steps, walkways, arches, and windows. Peaceful and alive with light, the streets of Sperlonga Italy lend themselves freely to a heart of adventure and exploration. Thomas's attention to immediate detail reminds the viewer to be present and to soak in every moment as something extraordinary. This architectural watercolor is primarily painted in brown, tan, and blue colors. For more works by Thomas Schaller...

"Chiesa del Purgatorio" is a watercolor by award-winning L.A. artist and architect Thomas W. Schaller. The painting depicts one of the exquisite entry-ways into the Chiesa del Purgatorio located in Cefalu in the Northern region of Sicily. Darkness challenges light as dramatic shadows stumble their way across the facade and baroque portal and sweeps downward, descending the double stairway of stone. The painting plays with subtle blues and browns to emphasize which emphasize the dramatic teal doors of the church. For more works by Thomas Schaller...

"Shadows - San Marcos" is a large watercolor by award-winning L.A. artist and architect Thomas W. Schaller. The watercolor painting depicts the bustling Piazza San Marco with the Basilica front and center. The tower is casting a shadow on the Basilica which further enhances its exquisite facade. The crowd's silhouettes can be seen in the puddles at their feet. For more works by Thomas Schaller...

"Evening Warmth" is a contemporary plein air landscape painting in gouache (opaque watercolor) by Idaho artist Aaron Cordell Johnson. The paintin...

"Fall Colors" is a contemporary plein air landscape painting in gouache (opaque watercolor) by Idaho artist Aaron Cordell Johnson. The painting d...

"Morning Light" is a contemporary plein air landscape painting in gouache (opaque watercolor) by Idaho artist Aaron Cordell Johnson. The painting...

"In for the Night" is a contemporary plein air landscape painting in gouache (opaque watercolor) by Idaho artist Aaron Cordell Johnson. The paint...