Friday, May 31, 2013

Bicycle Bouquet by Artist of Texas, Sheri Jones

Bicycle Bouquet 
8x10 oil on canvas
I created this during the Paint Historic Waxahachie art event this week. I am pleased to say it won a 3rd place ribbon.
 It was in the garden of on of the homes in the Gingerbread tour. She is a master gardener and has set up still lives through the garden.  It was a delight to paint there. 
This is available for sale at
Chautauqua Auditorium-Getzendaner Park
Waxahachie, Texas
Open Saturday and Sunday-10 a - 4 p 

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Thursday, May 30, 2013

An Artist' Garden by Artist of Texas, Sheri Jones

An Artist' Garden
10x8 oil on Raymar canvas panel

I created this on the first day of  Paint Historic Waxachacie. This goes on during their Gingerbread Tour of homes. This garden is in the back yard of one of the homes on the tour. She is a master gardener and invited artist to come and paint.  It was a wonderful opportunity in an incredible garden. This painting is on sale thru the Ellis County Art Association and will be on display at the art center through Friday afternoon. The group paintings are then moved to
Chautauqua Auditorium-Getzendaner Park
Waxahachie, Texas
Open Saturday and Sunday-10 a - 4 p 

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Tuesday, May 28, 2013

Garden Party by Artist of Texas, Sheri Jones

Garden Party 
9x12 oil on canvas

I created this during the Hidden Garden Tour in Ft. Worth. I loved being in this private garden and was honored to participate.  These bright green chairs against the hot pink flowers were what attracted me to paint this.  This painting sold to the homeowner.
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Sunday, May 26, 2013

Pool Side Still Life by Artist of Texas, Sheri Jones

Pool Side Still Life
12x9 oil on Raymar canvas

I created this during the Hidden Garden Tour in Fort Worth this past weekend. It turned into a beautiful day and this brought out a good crowd.  The homeowners had a beautiful pool and and pops of color everywhere.  I was excited about the opportunity of painting in this private garden. This painting is sold
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Thursday, May 23, 2013

Glen Rose Home by Artist of Texas, Sheri Jone

Glen Rose Home
9x12 oil on canvas

I created this during the Paint the Glen paint out this past weekend. I was pleased to win a 2nd place ribbon. I was told this was one of the original homes build in this town. It is available for purchase.
$250.00
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Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Salmon Harvest by Artist of Texas, Sheri Jones

Salmon Harvest
16x12 oil on Raymar canvas panel

I love this complex spring flower. It's delicate petals and lacy look make the iris one of my favorite flowers.  I found this blossom on Travis Avenue in Granbury.The home owner was very happy to talk flowers with me and even gave me a tour of her back garden. This is available for purchase.
$350.00
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Sunday, May 19, 2013

Daisy Day by Artist of Texas, Sheri Jones

Daisy Day
14x11 oil on canvas

I painted this under the shade of my covered patio.
The flowers are from my sweet husband. I started this painting on a black canvas.
 I love the effect of the white daisies on such a dark background.
This is available for purchase. $300.00
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Friday, May 17, 2013

Scarlet Shade by Artist of Texas, Sheri Jones

Scarlet Shade 
10x8 oil on Raymar canvas panel

I painted these geraniums and zinnias in my garden, gearing up for  my next painting adventure. I am painting during the Hidden Gardens Tour in Fort Worth this weekend
Sunday, May 19 12:00-4:00. 
Hidden Garden Tour for more information.
This is available for purchase. $200.00
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Thursday, May 16, 2013

Prairie Color by Artist of Texas, Sheri Jones

Prairie Color 
8x10 oil on Raymar canvas panel

I create this at the Prairie Fest in Ft. Worth.
The festival was created to promote the conservation and restoration of Tandy Hills. This natural area is an  example of the native prairie that was indigenous to most of Fort Worth.  The festival has great food, music, vendors and plein air artist. It is a great outdoor event.
This is available for purchase. $100.00
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Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Pop N Poppies by Artist of Texas, Sheri Jones

Pop N Poppies
20x24 oil on canvas

I painted this on a sunny afternoon in my garden.  The spring weather and colorful flowers made it a great way to spend the day.   I created this with a palette and lots of bright paint. This is available for purchase.
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Sunday, May 12, 2013

Wild Flowers in Texas by Artist of Texas, Sheri Jones

 Wild Flowers in Texas 
24x30 oil on canvas

I painted this Texas landscape as a demo at Dutch Art Gallery on Saturday. I got to work quickly and started developing it layer by layer. I want to thank everyone that came out to watch the show.  Hahn and Pam are gracious host and made the day fun for me.  

Friday, May 10, 2013

A Poppy by Artist of Texas, Sheri Jones

A Poppy
12x16 oil on canvas

I created this in my garden in the bright sunlight. The double leaf poppies are one of my favorite flowers. They return every spring and are a natural addition to my garden. 
This is available for purchase. $350.00
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I will be at Dutch Art Gallery in Dallas on Saturday, May 11th  doing a painting demo - 9:30 - 3:30 pm
I will have new paintings to display also. Stop by and watch the paint fly. 
My friend and fellow artist , Doug Clark will do a clay sculpture demo. We are looking  forward to a fun art day.

Wednesday, May 8, 2013

Wild Foxglove by Artist of Texas, Sheri Jones


Wild Foxglove
10x8 oil on ray mar canvas panel
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I painted this during the Prairie Fest at Tandy Hills in Fort Worth. It is as great spring festival developed to preserve the natural prairie land.  The wild flowers are a high light and a beautiful site.  I love participating in this event.    
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I will be at Dutch Art Gallery in Dallas on Saturday, May 11th  doing a painting demo - 9:30 - 3:30 pm
I will have new paintings to display also. Stop by and watch the paint fly.
My friend and fellow artist , Doug Clark will do a clay sculpture demo. We are looking  forward to a fun art day.

Monday, May 6, 2013

Double Leaf Poppies by Artist of Texas, Sheri Jones

Double Leaf Poppies
22x28 oil on canvas
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I painted this in my front garden on Sunday. I loved spending the time at home painting.  It was a fun challenge to paint this large outside in the wind.  I used a palette knife and painted in one setting.
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Saturday, May 4, 2013

Travis Avenue Shadows by Artist of Texas, Sheri Jones

Travis Avenue Shadows
11x14 oil on canvas

I loved the shadows the trees were casting on this house in my photo. I went back recently to see if the flowers would be blooming. I was not disappointed. The home owner was out working in the lawn when I walked up. He quickly called his wife out to give me a tour of her garden. She also gave me a tour of her art collection. The highlight was seeing my friends art.  Jill Randall painted  a portrait of this house and did a fabulous job.
This is available for purchase. $350.00
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Thursday, May 2, 2013

Knock Out Roses by Artist of Texas, Sheri Jones

Knock Out Roses 
12x12 oil on canvas

It was my turn to gallery set at Shanley House during the Lake Granbury Art Association Spring Festival of Art show. I brought the roses from my garden, set up this still life and got to work. I used the brush and thinned down paint to wash the background  in. I drew the roses in with a brush and added thick paint with a palette knife developing the roses. It was created all in one setting. This is available for purchase. $250.00
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