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Getting ready for a new challenge

8/24/2017

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I read recently about artists doing a "30 paintings in 30 days" challenge and thought I'd give it a try. I've scheduled the challenge for the month of September. This month has 30 days and it's my birthday month. What better way to celebrate my birthday then to paint!

For my challenge I'm going to paint on 5x7 watercolor paper with acrylics. I plan on doing five honu ( sea turtles ), Five whales, five dolphins, five pineapples and ten landscapes and seascapes.

To make this even funner I'm going to be offering these paintings at a discount, pricing them at $50 each and I'm including shipping (within the USA). All the paintings will be matted in an 8x10 white mat, ready for framing. After the challenge, October 1st, the paintings will go up to my normal price of $75. This is a good opportunity for you to get some early Christmas presents or something special for yourself.

I'll be posting these paintings one a day, everyday through the month of September on my Facebook page, Twitter and Instagram accounts. I may even video a few as I'm painting them. So keep an eye out for them.

The photo below shows the blank watercolor paper and mats. I'm all ready for the challenge!



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Making Mini Stretcher Frames

8/8/2017

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My dad recently retired from making my miniature stretcher frames and easels. But lucky for me he trained me as a framer years ago at Lakeside Gallery. Learning this trade has been very beneficial to me throughout my art career. It has saved me thousands of dollars. Plus the quality of my work is far better then the cheap stuff from China and it shows.

Below is a sideshow of how the chopping and joining part of the process is done
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The next photo shows me working on stretching canvas onto the stretcher frames.
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Now it's time for the fun part......painting!
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NOTE, The miniature paintings featured here have all sold through Kaukini Gallery in Kahakuloa.
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