Grand Canyon

The scene has held millions of people captive...one can't help take notice of creation and the beautiful play of light from different angles and views.  This did not fit into a painting a day schedule, but I loved it and curiosity got the best of me.  This painting was a fighter and a challenge, but I learned so many things from doing it.  I hope to take this knowledge and experience to new levels and concepts.  You will see the Grand Canyon again, I haven't given up!  You can be the proud owner of my very first one.

This painting was done in oil on a 10" by 8" wrapped canvas, auction start date is March 3, 2014.  Join the 7 day auction by clicking the link here. 

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Hawk's Nest State Park, W.VA.

This blog is more about my sister Sherry than it is about the painting.  She has graciously allowed me to paint some of her amazing photographs (this being one of them).  They are ART in their own merit, creative, composition brilliant and full of the inspiration and qualities she inspires in the lives of others.  When I am with her I feel courage, strength, happiness and love.  These are rolled up into this painting.  She took this shot in West Virginia in Hawk's Nest State Park near the New River Gorge.  It makes me long for the colors of spring even more expressing the warmth and soft hues on the canvas.  This is an original oil painting done on 10" by 8" wrapped canvas.  Please contact me if you would like to purchase this painting before the auction start date (March 3).  I welcome any questions or concerns about purchasing this original work.

Sorry, this painting has been SOLD.

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People Portraits

This is a beautiful little girl named Leyla.  Her portrait was enhanced with a whimsical scene which was added and not in the photo.  It was painted with oil on a 14" by 11" canvas panel.  I accept commission work on a half down deposit basis.  Contact me for estimates from your photos; original ideas and concepts can be discussed at that time.

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This is a portrait of my Grandson Kason, what a cutie.  This was done in a smaller format on a wood block artist panel.

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I added a little hair to the original photo, isn't he just adorable?

Duke the DOG

My amazing dog that I had from a puppy.  He was an American Bulldog and the greatest protector, companion and pet ever.  We went through some hard times together and I miss him so very much.  This portrait was painted of him on 8" by 8" wood block panel with acrylic medium.  I am showing it as a sample for portraits on commission.  I can go larger or do pencil, oil or acrylic.  Contact me for an estimate from your photo.

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Kentucky River in Frankfort

This image came from a photograph taken overlooking the Kentucky River in Frankfort.  I felt the colors as I painted and accentuated them on the canvas.  The result was a striking view not typically seen, but one that is clear and beautiful.  This painting has been done in oil on a 10" by 8" canvas panel.  It is signed on the front with a handwritten signature and title on the back.  Auction start date is 2/24/2014.

Sorry, this painting has been SOLD.

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Sea of Galilee

The day I was here, it was sunny and spring was blooming all around.  The colors were breathtaking and inspiring, the atmosphere warm and inviting.  The contrast against the soft distant colors was a beautiful thing to see.  There was such simplicity in this scene.  The painting has been done in oil on a 10" by 8" canvas panel.  It is a signed original with full handwritten signature and title on the back.  Auction start date March 3, 2014.  To purchase, join the 7 day auction by clicking here.  This link will take you to my ebay site to view paintings I currently have for sale.  http://www.ebay.com/sch/Direct-from-the-Artist-/60435/m.html?item=221413458919&ssPageName=STRK%3AMESELX%3AIT&_ssn=cottagecharm91

Copyright 2014 Darlene Dine, use of or reproduction of any image is prohibited and in violation of copyright law.

All purchases can be made through ebay.  If you are not signed up with an account, please create one before the auction begins.  I accept paypal as a method of payment which can use various credit cards or be linked to your bank account safely and securely.  If you are interested in commission work, please contact me and I will answer any questions you may have.  Thank you for participating in my blog.