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Tonight!! January 30th kicks off with the Spotlight on Art Artists Market Opening Night Celebration cocktail reception 6pm - 9pm.
I have 6 pieces in this show this year. This is a very well attended gathering so try to get there early to get the full selection! The artist market is open all week during the day and then there is a closing party Friday night, Feb 3rd as well. Hope to see you there!
Specifications:
Size: 36" x 48"
Canvas: Gallery 1.5"
Medium: Acrylic, Molding Paste
Commission: Paneled Dining Room
Inman Park - Atlanta, Georgia
The Process.....
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I had several commissions for paintings of family homes this year for Christmas presents. They spanned the east coast -All the way from Albany, Georgia up to Dedham, Massachusetts. I decided for old times sake to break out my pen nib and a bottle of ink!
The Fairbanks House
Another pair of paintings - 6" x 6" x 1.5" acrylic, molding paste, and gold leaf on canvas
These were created as a pair though they will not be shown together. My client will keep one and then give the other one to her best friend for Christmas. ..sort of a grown up friendship charm. You have one half and I have the other....This one is called "Thin Line" which is a nod at the Indigo Girls song on the 12:00 Curfew Album. There is a thin line in there if you look close. (I tend to listen to them when painting anything for my high school friends.)..
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eX_e5en8BeE
George is really making the rounds!
He was accepted into the December show at the Atlanta Artist Center! Opening reception Dec. 11th 3 pm - 6 pm
https://atlantaartistscenter.org/wp/exhibits/
Acrylic 11" x 14" gallery canvas
Equine Coat Color Series- I am indulging my horsey dorkiness.
When I was young, my sister gave me The Horse Encyclopedia. I poured over it for years - literally - it is still on my bedside table. I especially loved the pages with all the variations of coat color. I decided to embark on a series depicting all the various colors. In the past, we have had quite a wide spectrum of colors that have gone through our barn; a palomino, strawberry roan, buckskin, dappled grey, several sorrels /chestnuts, various degrees of bays and a flea bitten grey.
Here are the first three in the series....in progress.
24" x 36" Acrylic on Canvas
New paintings coming your way! - Available September 1, 2016 at 10 AM!
Hooray! I couldn't be more excited! Even though I have been busy with commissions, I have finally been able to carve out time this summer to work on my own artwork! I have been working on a horse series - All from the rider's perspective.
The first release will be realistic interpretations of my view aboard my horse, George. I will then translate these images into more abstract representations of the same views. It is exciting exercise for me to undertake and challenge for the "illustrator's eye"!!
These four painting will be sold through my shop and will be available next Thursday, September 1st! I will post a reminder that morning. Thank you so much for your interest in my work! Here are several of the most frequently asked questions. If your question is not listed below, I would love to hear from you ! Email me at hello@meredithgillespie.com
1. Do you take commissions?
Yes! I am always happy to discuss your ideas.
2. How can I purchase one of your original paintings?
All paintings are for sale solely through my website. If a painting has sold, it will be marked on the top of each image.
3. How I can view paintings that will be for sale prior to their online release?
Currently, I will be posting images of each painting in progress onto my blog. This is a great way to see what will be available for any upcoming painting release!
4. How do I get my painting?
All paintings are shipped Fedex/UPS and shipping is included in the final price.
5. Will my painting be framed?
Yes, I have a relationship with a local professional frame shop who only uses certified picture framers. I have selected specific frames and negotiated pricing for each series prior to their release. However, I only frame the pieces after they are sold. If you would rather frame the piece yourself - I will adjust the final price.
6. Do you have prints available?
Yes! Currently, I have two series of prints available through my Etsy store; figure drawings and baby animals. I also have stock framing options available as well.
I am excited to announce that I have been selected to participate in this month’s juried show “All Squares” at the Grandview Gallery. This show runs from August 9th - September 9th. , Atlanta Artist Center 2979 Grandview Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA 30305
11” x 14” watercolor painting of the Angel Oak was created for my client as a gift to her cousin on her 40th Birthday.
The Angel Oak is an iconic image of the South. It is thought to be one of the oldest living trees in the country and has come to symbolize Charleston, South Carolina even though it is actually on Johns Island, SC. Its gnarled trunk and spreading branches seem to say – “Yes, I have been through a great deal and yet I am still standing ….and thriving for that matter” – A good thought for those of us turning 40.
This 11" x 14" watercolor was commissioned by my client as a gift for her good friend! This was a fun painting to work on as it is a bit of different take on my usual pet portrait. It is a nice balance between a seascape and portrait. Horton looks as if he is right in his element!
9" x 12" Acrylic
This is one of the pieces that I have been working on this summer - I will be releasing this horse series in a few weeks - stay tuned for more sneak peaks!
11" x 14" Watercolor
This latest piece was for a Father's Day gift.- It is 18" x 36" acrylic on canvas
