Saturday, October 31, 2009

Contemporary Abstract Expressionistic Paintings "Flow & Ebb" by Elizabeth Chapman






"Flow"
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"Ebb"
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These two paintings were painted at the same time using the same color palette and would complement each other as a set.  They were posted last week on the Daily Abstract Painters Blog.

Friday, October 30, 2009

'Engaged' Gestural Abstract Painting by Elizabeth Chapman


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This is a smaller gestural painting that I have done as a study for a larger painting that I would like to do.  It was taken while I was with a friend at a local Japanese Garden.  The couple who were so obviously "in love" (thus the title) had just strolled by and stopped to snap this pic. I took my shot from the back side as this women  is kneeling on the ledge and posing for the photograph being taken by her boyfriend (fiance?) from the other side.  Can you see her?

Thursday, October 29, 2009

'Life Cycle' Contemporary Floral Abstract Painting by Elizabeth Chapman"



'Lifecycle'


Acrylic Palette Knife Painting
8" x 8" canvas panel


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This painting speaks to me at various levels.  There is first of all the appearance of various levels of depth beginning with the largest floral in the top right quadrant moving to the bottom left then to the top left and ending with the smallest bloom in the bottom right quadrant.  I like the movement this creates!  It also speaks to me about life as it cycles through stages each having a beauty of its own.  The inspiration began from a photograph..... but soon departed as the creative flow took hold!!

To see more of my abstract florals visit my web gallery by clicking here.

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Wednesday, October 28, 2009

'Sufficient' Contemporary Floral Abstract Painting by Elizabeth Chapman


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Another floral!  This week I've been working with a palette knife in a more representational type of painting.  In particlular I've been focusing on a limited complementary palette, working with lost and found edges all the while retaining a gesturally, playful manner.

..... also working on not being so distracted and focusing on the sufficiency of Christ.

"My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.".....2Cor. 12:9

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

'Grow' Contemporary Abstract Painting by Elizabeth Chapman



'Grow'


Acrylic on 8" x 8" canvas panel
Palette knife painting

$20.00
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I am painting on these smaller canvas panels for my daily paintings in order to stre......tch my supplies and I can also offer VERY reasonably priced fine art to those who like and would like to purchase a small work.  I am continuing to work on the larger canvases and these will be posted on my blog from time to time and will be accessible for purchase through my web gallery.

Lately, I've taken a step back to evaluate what I am doing, what to continue and so forth.  The colorful floral abstracts are definitely an area I would like to continue to explore.  I would also like to continue the large abstract expressionistic paintings, as well as more palette knife paintings.   So stay tuned..... and I hope you enjoy!!

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Monday, October 26, 2009

'Alone' Contemporary Abstract by Elizabeth Chapman



'Alone'


Acrylic on 5" x 7" canvas panel
Palette Knife Painting


Just one little bottle sitting all alone! .... seems to be speaking....

This little painting could easily be fit into a standard 5" x 7" ready made frame.
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Daily Abstract Painter Elizabeth Chapman

Friday, October 23, 2009

'Street Scene' Gestural Expressionistic Abstract Painting by Elizabeth Chapman



'Street Scene'
Gestural # 7


'Gestural Expressionistic Painting'
Gouache on 8" x 10" 140 lb. paper
Unframed
$55.00


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Actually you could give this one any title you would like to.  It took me a little while.  Is it an inside  or outside scene.  Maybe something about color.... brilliant, vivid, red etc.. I finally settled on 'Street Scene'.   The bottom begins the pathway with a building to the left, leading you through the street and  buildings in the back.  See it?

Thursday, October 22, 2009

"Six" Gestural Expressionistic Abstract Painting by Elizabeth Chapman



'Six'

Gestural Expressionistic 
Watercolor/Gouache on 140lb. paper
11 1/2" x 10"


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This is the sixth in a new series of gestural paintings.  I love working in this manner.  It's a lot like dancing only with a brush and paint on paper.  Sometimes, it's in response to the music I'm listening but other times I will simply allow the elements of color, line and shape to dictate the movement.  They are done very quickly.  Fun play with lots of life!!

Wednesday, October 21, 2009

'tick-tack-toe' Modern Abstract Expressionism Painting by Elizabeth Chapman


'Tick-Tack-Toe'

Acrylic on 12" x 12" canvas panel
Unframed







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As I was looking at this one thinking about a title, I began seeing the circles and crosses. The blocks are there, but broken. ( I know that's really stretching it) It made me think of that game we've all played.... tick-tack-toe. Remember?

Monday, October 19, 2009

'The Crossing' Modern Expressionism Abstract Painting by Elizabeth Chapman


'The Crossing'


Modern Expressionism 
Acrylic on 30" x 40" (1.5) canvas


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$400.00


I have been back and forth to the easel with more ideas for this painting and yet each time my hand just stops.  Presently, it is hanging in our living room (the rotating wall) where I have pondered it's completion.   ..... and I have decided that it is finished.  'The Crossing' is much like my other recent paintings 'Concentre' and 'Equipoise' only it has a softer, lighter feel.  Still working in the warmer earth tones yet with a punch of vivid color. The photograph does not show it, but this painting is loaded with actual texture as well. Another feature about this painting is that it can be hung either horizontally or vertically maintaining a strong composition.  To see more of my work visit my web gallery.

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Elizabeth Chapman

Saturday, October 17, 2009

'Celosia' Original Floral Abstract Painting by Elizabeth Chapman


'Celosia'


Floral Abstract
Acrylic on 18" x 24" (3/4") canvas


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$125.00 includes NA shipping


Well, I'll have to admit that I've been in a bit of a slump lately and haven't been painting, nor posting as much.  Some call it a creative block.  It can be kind of scary in that you feel as if you've lost your desire, confidence, ideas etc... to create.  No creative flow.... oh no.   I've been thinking that maybe this isn't such a bad thing if we would just realize it for what it is.  Just as creativity needs to be nurtured in order to grow, so it needs to rest as well at times in order to grow.  Change is about to occur.  The trouble is that I forget and /or I feel like I've got to be working all the time and continue to work on pushing through and then..... so, I decided to not fight it for a bit and do some other things.

Today though.... I did get back to work!!  Yes, it was exciting- I had this photograph that I had taken at Cider Days and just loved the richness of the  colors in the reds, golds and greens in it, as well as the texture in these flowers, but wasn't sure how to approach it.  Once I began, one idea led to the next and the next, and before long it was  done.  I worked on editing to get the colors as close to the painting but couldn't quite get the reds there.  They are a bit deeper in the painting than the photo shows.   ALSO.... I began another large abstract.  yea!  I will still need to spend some time resolving it.  Good to be back!!

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Wednesday, October 14, 2009

'Corona' Contemporary Modern Abstract Painting by Elizabeth Chapman


'Corona'


Modern Abstract Painting
Acrylic 40" x 30" (1.5) canvas


The latest.... just finished it today!  This one reminded me of another painting with verticals from a few months ago  titled 'Seasons Change'.  It is presently hanging in the window at Hawthorn Galleries and can be seen in my web gallery by clicking here.

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Women Artist of the Midwest

Monday, October 12, 2009

'Equipoise' Modern Contemporary Abstract Painting


'Equipoise'


Modern Contemporary 
Acrylic on 30" x 40" (1.5) canvas


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"Equipoise is one of my latest paintings that has also just recently sold.  It wasn't on our revolving wall for very long!  I had the privilege to meet and be in the home of the new owners of this painting.  It turned out to be the perfect fit for their living room. Thank you so much Deborah and David!!!

This painting has lots of texture, which unfortunately can not be seen all so well in the photograph.  Another painting very similar to this one is 'Concentre' (view in my web gallery) and can be purchased by contacting Kylee at Hawthorns Gallery.

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Women Artists of the Midwest
Elizabeth Chapman

Sunday, October 11, 2009

"Both Ways" Abstract Expressionistic Painting by Elizabeth Chapman


'Both Ways'


Abstract Expressionist 
Acrylic on 24" x 36" (1.5) canvas


Congratulations to JP from Kansas who won the painting giveaway!  Jennifer chose "Beach Bum"


"Both Ways" is a painting that is packed with INTENSE emotion, layers of paint and lots of texture! (Click on photo to get a closer look)  Mostly black and white, with an overall mauve tone and accented with various colors, with red being the strongest.  I would honestly have to admit that this painting was a battle, but in the end I was pleasantly surprised.  We presently have it hanging in our living room, (on a wall we call the rotating wall, the one were we get to enjoy the paintings for a bit before they are gone) but this one would greatly enhance a white wall.

This painting has spoken to me on so many different levels that I could continue to reflect and write about it for quite some time.  Most importantly,  I believe it has brought me to a turning point of introspectively looking at myself and making some personal choices as to what my primary ATTITUDE should be.  Just as this painting could be hung both ways- either horizontally or vertically- a decision has to be made as to which way is the most beneficial direction. If displayed horizontally it loses it's vertical focus and by displaying if vertically it's horizontal emphasize is lost.

"No one can serve two masters. For you will hate one and love the other; you will be devoted to one and     despise the other.  You cannot serve both God and money." Matthew 6:24  


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Women Artists of the Midwest
Elizabeth Chapman

Thursday, October 8, 2009

"Gestural Three" Abstract Expressionistic Painting by Elizabeth Chapman


Gestural Three


Abstract Expressionistic Painting
Watercolor/Gouache on 5" x 7" paper


These little paintings are very child like and so much fun!!  It can be more difficult than it appears in that you must allow yourself to go with the creative flow and ignore the critique within one.  Simply stated that means that when your painting and that next thought or idea pops into your head you go with it rather than stop to think it out.  Very intuitive.  

Big day, our daughter Emma is flying in from L.A. We will be picking her up at the airport today and taking her to her favorite place to eat.  She has been living in L.A for three years now and from time to time we have the opportunity to spend some time together.  Cherished time.  There's also birthday shopping to go do this morning and we're taking care of Elsie's pug, Suki for a few days.  She is sooooo cute and her and Gigi have a great time together.

Wednesday, October 7, 2009

"Cross Section" Watercolor Abstract Painting


Cross Section


Gestural Watercolor on paper


"Cross Section" is part of a  gestural painting series I have began.  This is the second one which was untitled until just now!   A gestural drawing or painting is one that is done quickly in order to capture the essence, feeling or impression of something.  In studying this one, it reminds me of a small piece or a cross section of fall with all of its beautiful colors and textures.  I'm doing these with watercolors/gouache and will post them in between the larger paintings.

Fall is a season that I believe brings us closer to home.  We begin to make those preparations for the winter months, holidays with family and friends.  Lately we are preparing for our first grandchild, to be born, Penelope Bloom!  Penelope will be another one of our many fall birthday's to celebrate. We also have our daughter, Emma flying in from L.A for her Dad's birthday and Doren, Sarah and Penelope's baby shower this weekend and are looking forward to and preparing to spend time with her.

...and lastly today,  JP from Kansas- you are a winner!! would you please email me at: elizabethchapman@artlover.com



Tuesday, October 6, 2009

"Desire" Modern Contemporary Art Painting by Elizabeth Chapman


'Desire'


Acrylic on 24" x 48" (1.5) canvas


Enjoyed this one for a while as it hung in our living room!  I was asked to paint it by my husband,  with the intention of it being a birthday present for my sister-in-law, Karin.  I'll have to admit that I was a bit nervous about painting it as it was to be a surprise and .... well you know.  I knew she liked the Mediterranean (Italian) palette of red, yellow and green and chose to work with those colors, but  other than that I had no other preconceived idea as I began.  I was very pleased with it but it wasn't for me.  We took it to her house on Saturday and gave it to her... and she loved it!!!  It's being displayed above a beige couch in her living room.
Happy Birthday!!!
Karin

James 1:17


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Daily Abstract Painter Elizabeth Chapman

Sunday, October 4, 2009

"Vibrant ll" and lll?


Vibrant ll


Contemporary Modern
Acrylic on 24" x 40" (1.5) canvas


To purchase contact: Kylee at Hawthorn Galleries


As I posted on Friday, it was the First Friday Night Art Walk and the opening night for WAM.  It was such a beautiful night, great music, appetizers and such a great crowd came through to enjoy the art.  We so enjoyed meeting and visiting with everyone.  As an artist I spend a lot of solo studio time and seldom have the opportunity to hear so much feedback.  Everyone was so very gracious!  It reaffirmed in me  about how much of a need there is to have art in our lives and how it helps to connect us to each other.

This piece has also been previously posted but it reminds me of fall and it was one of the floral abstracts that was much admired the other night.  In fact Vibrant l sold a few months ago and with the comments I was hearing about Vibrant ll, I got to thinking maybe it's time to begin on Vibrant lll!

Well, if you have actually read this far- I have got a little surprise for you!!  This is something that I have been wanting to do for a while, just hadn't thought of how.  I would like to GIVE AWAY a small abstract painting to a follower.  If you think you would like one just leave me your name either in the comment section or email and a name will be drawn.  The winner will have their chose from the small abstract section of my web gallery.  This will end on Tuesday night 9:00 p.m central daylight time!

Daily Abstract Painter Elizabeth Chapman

Friday, October 2, 2009

Friday Night Art Walk at Hawthorns Galleries


Concentre
SOLD
Modern Contemporary Abstract
Acrylic on 24" x 48" (1.5)


I know that this one was just posted not too long ago but I thought I would post it again today since it will be a work of mine that will be featured in the 2nd annual WAM exhibition at Hawthorns Gallery tonight.  WAM stands for Women Artist of the Midwest.  Featured artists showing new work at the show will be Lisa Esposito, Alisha Brundege, Cathey Delisle, Louise Thies and Jeanne Davis.  To read more about this click on this link www. wamidwest.com. 


I feel so very honored to be an inducted into this show. As I've been looking back lately and reflecting over this last year. I 've been feeling very thankful for... a solo show in June that was extended into July, bringing quite a few sales, ...my first commission... sales from my blog... friends that have been so gracious.... my supportive husband and family... all encouragement I have recieved along the way.... and yes to you all my blogger friends who have faithfully followed my randomness.  This has not been the best of an economical environment to begin in,  but it has taught perserverance and for that I can be thankful  for as well and so much more ... most of all  to God from whom all good things come from.

Tonight is Friday Night Artwalk and the opening for WAM begins at 6:00 p.m.  So, come out for a great show, wine and appetizers!!

And whatever you do or say, do it as a representative of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through him to God the Father.  Colossians 3:17

Thursday, October 1, 2009

Expressionistic Abstract Painting 'Gestural Five'



Gestural Five


SOLD


Watercolor/Gouache on  paper


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These are so much fun!! They are painted spontaneously and intuitively just following the creative flow.
Enjoy!!