Lemons & A Blue Bowl -SOLD

oil 9x12 inches Purchase info here. Our Meyer lemon tree is loaded with paintable fruit. For this painting I used a cool light source rather than my usual warm spotlight bulb. I rarely rework a dried painting, but this one I felt was worth saving.

Rock, Paper, Scissors -SOLD

oil 6x6 inches Purchase info here. I think this is the third "Rock, Paper, Scissors" I have painted. I enjoy the variety of textures: smooth paper, rough rock and shiny metal.

Mousse On Mint SOLD

oil 6x6 inches Available here. A luscious dessert from The Local Baker in Upland. Painting and life both have their ups and downs. In December I wiped out quite a few paintings, and still have a few turkeys laying around that don't make the cut for posting. On Christmas Eve I had to have my sweet Sandy the studio dog put to sleep. She was suffering so I had to let her go. She is definitely missed. It has taken me this long just to be able to write about it. But things are getting better. I remembered how to paint in January and just returned from a great visit with family in Idaho. I'm excited for my workshop this weekend and to get back to the easel. If you'd like to join us at the last minute for two days of instruction and fun, email me: karenwernerart@gmail.com Sandy in 2015 at Moro Campground, Crystal Cove.

Fruit On Silver

oil 8x8 inches Purchase info here. A quick and loose painting from November. My, where does the time fly? This weekend I taught a successful workshop to a small but hard-working group. Even experienced painters said they learned new things! I still have a few openings in my February workshop if you'd like to join us. Just email me at karenwernerart@gmail.com The first day of my workshop I teach design principles, lighting considerations, tips for accurate drawing and value. The value of values cannot be overstated! Here are my two quick value study demos.

Kettle & Color

oil 9x12 inches Purchase info here. My brand new super shiny tea kettle was perfect for creating reflections in this still life. I have a beautiful antique silver frame that's perfect for this painting if you'd like to purchase it ready to hang. Let me know through email. The PayPal link to purchase is for the painting only. IN OTHER NEWS: I still have three openings in my workshop THIS COMING WEEKEND! If you'd like to jump in, just send me an email.

Price Drop

Happy New Year! The following paintings have returned from the gallery and have new prices. Click the link below each image for info or to purchase. Thanks for looking!

HANGIN' OUT 10X10 inch gallery wrapped canvas ready to hang. PURCHASE

MUNCH 10x10 inch gallery wrapped canvas ready to hang. PURCHASE

GINGER 10x10 inch gallery wrapped canvas ready to hang. PURCHASE

BLUB 10x10 inch gallery wrapped canvas ready to hang. PURCHASE

LOYAL 10x10 inch gallery wrapped canvas ready to hang. PURCHASE

Still Life In The Grass

oil 12x12 inches I painted this back in October on a sunny morning in our backyard. The painting has a great sense of early morning light, better seen in person. Currently it can be viewed through January the Claremont Community Foundation in Claremont, CA. For purchase information, email me at karenwernerart@gmail.com. I hope you had a Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah! I'm looking forward to the New Year with a renewed commitment to new paintings and personal growth. How about you? I still have a few openings in my January and February workshops, if you'd like to learn painting in oils, or boost your skills and enjoy a weekend painting with like minded folks. Just email me for more info.

Oils

oil 6x8 FRAMED See this painting at the Claremont Community Foundation as part of the group show "UnreNOUNed." Available for purchase by email: karenwernerart@gmail.com. WORKSHOPS!!! I have openings in my January 19&20 and also February 9&10 workshops. Location: Upland, CA. NEW OFFERING: For the absolute beginner I offer an Intro to Oils Private to Semi-Private class upon request. Three hours of guided instruction $80. Painting from life, not a photo. Use of my materials are included. This is a great way to see if you like oil painting, or get back into it if you feel intimidated by the workshop setting. Would make a great gift! For more information, please Email me at karenwernerart@gmail.com

Spools

oil 8x6 inches I really enjoyed painting this, one of my favorite subjects: things in a jar. This painting is framed and on display at the Claremont Community Foundation, Claremont, CA. Located in the Village and open during business hours only. It's part of the beautiful group show "UnreNOUNed". This would make a great gift for your loved one who sews. It is even better in person and framed in dark wood with silver lip. Email me for purchase information. karenwernerart@gmail.com

Still Life On A Party Napkin

oil 8x8 inches Purchase info here. Here's a summery painting I did back in August. Only recently was I able to get a decent photo of it. It's a gloomy drizzly day here in So Cal. Maybe this piece will remind us of warmer days picking flowers and eating peaches.

Garlic & Onion

oil 6x8 inches Purchase info here. This painting will be part of "UnreNOUNed", a group show at Claremont Community Foundation through December and January. Come and see "ordinary persons, places and things" painted by Jackie Knell, Martha Cowan and myself. Reception Dec. 1 6-8pm. Public is invited. The painting is framed and available for purchase online. Just click the link above. IN OTHER NEWS: UPCOMING WORKSHOPS! Painting The Lively Still Life workshops are scheduled for January 19-20 and February 9-10. These are two day intensive workshops for experienced beginner and intermediate oil painters. Two full days of structured teaching and coaching in my Upland, CA Studio. I also offer a private introductory class for absolute beginners who want to register for the workshop. If you would like to know more, email me at karenwernerart@gmail.com

Red Onion

oil 6x6 inches Purchase info here. Red onions are among the most beautiful vegetables on the planet in my opinion. This painting is framed and ready to hang. Frame: custom dark wood approximately 2 1/2 inches wide, floater with antique gold lip. This piece will be part of "unreNOUNed" a group show in Claremont, CA through December and January. Available for purchase there and online.

Pet Series

oil 10x10 inches BLUB is the last in my pet series on display at Studio C, Claremont, CA for the month of November. Just about two weeks left to visit Studio C and see this great show, "Art From The Attic" by the Underground Artists. We're a group of friends that meet weekly to talk, laugh and make art together. BLUB is on gallery wrapped canvas with sides painted and ready to hang. Available for purchase at Studio C and also online here.

Pet Series

oil 10x10 inches HUH? is available at Studio C, Claremont for the month of November. Also available for purchase online here. The painting is on gallery wrapped canvas 1 1/4 inches deep with sides stained and ready to hang.

Pet Series

oil 10x10 inches GINGER is part of my pet series on display and available for purchase at Studio C, Claremont for the month of November. Also available for purchase online here. GINGER is on 1 3/4 inch deep gallery wrapped canvas with sides painted and ready to hang.

Pet Series

oil 10x10 inches. Gallery wrapped canvas and ready to hang. Available in November at Studio C, Claremont 260 W. Bonita Ave, Claremont, CA. Also available for purchase online here.

Fall Burst

oil 9x12 inches Purchase info here. Alizarin Crimson, (which makes up the beautiful rich dark reds especially on the shadow side of the pom) just does not photograph well. It's a mystery as why, but I know I'm not the only one frustrated by this! Anyhow, this painting is better in person. I like how the leaf crumbles seem to burst out from the center of interest.

Harvest Clippings

oil 9x12 inches Purchase info here. Painting dried leaves is always fun and challenging for me. I tried some new things in this painting; lots of canvas texture left to see and a bit of calligraphic outlining. The painting has the feel of fall I was after, so I'm quite happy with the way it turned out. UPCOMING EVENTS: This coming Saturday, Nov. 3rd is the opening of "Art From The Attic", a group show I'm part of. The public is invited. Studio C, Claremont. 6:00-9:00 pm.

Pet Series

HANGIN' OUT oil 10x10 inches Available at Studio C, Claremont November 3-28 Also available for purchase online here.

MUNCH oil 10x10 inches Available at Studio C, Claremont, November 3-28 Also available for purchase online here. Here are two in a series of pet portraits I created for ART FROM THE ATTIC, a group show at STUDIO C, 260 W Bonita Ave, Claremont, CA. The show runs from November 3-28. Reception Saturday November 3, 6:00pm-9:00pm. The public is invited to attend. Come and enjoy a variety of works created by the "Upper Underground Artists", a group of artsy friends who have made art together for more than ten years. Participants include May Mar, Cindy Lopez, Carol Lima, Elizabeth Carr, Martha Cowan and myself.

Vintage Camping -SOLD

oil 9x12 inches Purchase info here. This is the second painting I did while camping in Ventura. There's nothing better than finding a vintage vehicle to paint. She was on her maiden voyage so to speak, and the new owners were so proud and happy! When I paint in a campground usually a small crowd gathers, coming and going as they follow my progress. It's a lot of fun talking with them and answering their questions, especially those from children. Kids rode their bikes and scooters around me while adults, beer in hand played cool music and a rousing game of corn hole right behind me. Too much fun! I hope this painting finds it's way to the VW's owners.