Abstract Expressionistic Painting "Elation" by Contemporary Artist Elizabeth Chapman

'Elation'

Acrylic on 24" x 24" x 1.5" gallery wrap canvas
Available


Fresh off the easel!  ….and the last of these size canvases. I'm needing to order more canvases, but having a dilemma with which sizes to order.  I love working on so many different sizes.  This size is handy in that it can easily be taken off the easel and turned on a table.  With each turn there is a fresh perspective which helps in creating balance.  On the other hand, the large canvases have a lot more space to play in.  The smallest are actually the hardest and take the longest for me.  So, I'll scratch those off the list for now.  

Anyway, I can wait a bit longer on that decision. However I can not on the bubble wrap.  I sold a painting this week! yay!…and used the last of it for packaging.  This has got to be done soon…like today. We buy a super large roll here locally, which requires a trip with the truck.  The roll is so large that we can not get in through any of our doorways!  It has to be rolled out in the driveway where it is cut in half and roll up into two rolls for storage.  Something, that we do about once a year and we usually get it done before running out.  We still have some cardboard left, so that can wait for another few boxes to be made.  So, as you can see there is more going on behind the scenes than just painting.  Working on catching up!  


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Elizabeth Chapman
Contemporary Abstract Artist

climb every mountain.

Alpa
Acrylic on 48" x 48" x 1.5" wrap canvas
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I was having lunch with a couple of friends of mine last week when the title for this painting came to me.  I work intuitively and began this one with purple. Why purple? Well, it was the first color that came to my mind as I began. That led to the next color(s)/idea(s) and from their the painting began to emerge.  I'll have to admit working with the purples and green felt a bit unusual for me and really wasn't all that sure about it.  But, I do feel it is important to allow and follow each paintings flow and uniqueness. So, what does lunch have to do with this?

My friend Emily had taken off on a trail and is talking about a trip to Peru.  She is describing how BEAUTIFUL the Andes Mountains that run through Peru are with all the purples and greens.  I'm visualizing this scene that she is describing when instantly this painting that I had been working comes to my mind.  I interrupt (artist friends are use to these interruptions in conversations with each other as ideas are being tossed around) to show her a picture from that mornings painting on instagram. Which then leads us into a conversation about instagram…see how artist's converse with each other! It's like talking in circles, but amazingly much is accomplished.

Longstory short, later I googled for information and images of the Peruvian Andes Mountains and saw those colors that she was talking about. I then began seeing this painting in a different light and imagining. It is now hanging on one side of our living room wall, against a cafe colored wall.  Very striking and enjoying it much, well until one day.  The title comes from Alpamayo one of the highest peaks in the chain close to the Alpamuyu river. Can't be afraid of pink either for this one!


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Elizabeth Chapman
Contemporary Abstract Artist

Day Twenty Nine

Luscious Heart

Acrylic on 8" x 8" x 3/4" canvas

Ready to hang

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Day TWENTY NINE of the "30 paintings in 30 days" challenge…. almost there! This little heart painting has been reminding me of a valentine cookie. You know the sugar dough kind with pink icing and sprinkles. Does it to you or is it just me that is thinking cookies, yummy!

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Elizabeth Chapman
Contemporary Abstract Artist

thank you

Savvy

Acrylic on 24" x 24" x 1.5" wrap canvas
Ready to hang or frame


Feeling thankful.


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Elizabeth Chapman
Contemporary Abstract Artist

"New Love"..... Abstract Expressionistic Painting by Elizabeth Chapman

'NEW LOVE'

Acrylic on 9" x 12" paper

This painting has a lot of thick paint and actual texture.  You can click on the image for a closer look.  As with the majority of my abstract paintings I began this one without any preconceived idea.  Many colors were being used which eventually lead to the gray and a scrapping through of the underlying colors giving it a 'scratch art' type of effect.  Various tools including brush, palette knife and roller were used.  When I get into one of these it seems like any object that is lying around might become a tool to be used.  I finished it off with a gesturally line as I began to see the image emerge. If you are interested in this painting it can be purchased from my web gallery by clicking here... or contact me here.  Enjoy!!

"Babydrop"..... Contemporary Abstract Expressionistic Painting by Elizabeth Chapman

Babydrop

Acrylic on 5" x 7" canvas panel

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Sugar Kisses.... Abstract Expressionistic Painting by Elizabeth Chapman

Sugar Kisses

Acrylic on gallery wrap canvas
30" x 40" (1.5")


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A very girlie painting!!  Christmas colors and feelings was the intention for this painting, but instead the influence of having baby Penelope Bloom presently living with us is what emerged.  An abstract painting with a feminine flair that everyone will appreciate.

From our house to yours.... Sugar Kisses!
Merry Christmas and  Happy New Year!!

another baby leaves home.....

Ya, isn't that crazy?!! ....but it did feel like another one of the children was departing from the nest. This painting is titled "The Show" and it has been written about on my blog (in fact just a few days ago) and can also be seen on my Web Gallery. Erica has been absolutely in love with the colors in this work and is taking it home to hang above their couch.

Lately, I've been humbled by the interest and joy I see owning a work of mine brings other. I'm sorry to say that I enjoy the whole process of creating so much and of course the end result of that is to sell the work, that I had never thought a lot about how it makes the buyers feel.

Erica and Joe, it makes me so happy in knowing that this painting brings you joy and means so much to you. Thank you so much!!! "The Show" will be making it's new home in Omaha, Nebraska.

long story short....

Second Act

Modern Contemporary Abstract

Acrylic on 36" x 48" gallery canvas

I painted this one to replace another painting, THE SHOW, that someone was absolutely in love, in love with but then couldn't purchase it because it had sold.... or so we thought..... that's the long story short. BUT, because of this the idea for a theatrical series gave birth. This is the SECOND ACT, which will be followed by FINALE and lastly CURTAIN CALL.

I found it very difficult and procrastinated for days in starting this one. I was hung up on re-creating one like the first one, "The Show". Once I began and put that first mark down, it began to unfold and I simply allowed myself to go with the creative flow. This one has it's own uniqueness that I absolutely love. To see "The Show" and "Second Act" go to My Web Gallery (large abstracts) and they can be viewed side by side. Click on the photo for larger version and the magnifying glass to view detailed color. The reds in the photo of Second Act tend to all blend in the photo but under the magnifier it's possible to see all the golds, yellow, coppers and oranges that make this area so rich. The photographs are close but again just really do not give the paintings justice. The colors in both of these are beautiful!!

No two will ever be the same. I can't believe now that I thought I would be able to recreate the first one. My husband pointed out that it is just like having kids. That is so true. I even did that with them. After Elsie the oldest, who was born with the darkest hair and eyes I assumed that the second one would be just the same. Really I did. (you know dark hair and eyes are dominant) Well, then Emma came along and she looked a lot like her sister but had lighter hair and blue eyes. Then Doren, the youngest had blonde hair.

So now, because of this long story short there is a theatrical series, two paintings and a person who will be needing to make a decision.... or maybe not and take them both home!!!

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awe struck....

Night Life


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Modern Contemporary Palette Knife Painting

Acrylic on 36" x 48" gallery canvas

This painting will light up a room!! I will be doing a commissioned work based off of this painting, Indian Summer (posted earlier) and Italia which recently sold. The colors will be bold and vivid like Indian Summer and have an abstract skyline like Night Life. Each panel will measure 60" x 24" and hang vertically on a long wall separated by a fireplace. ....and of course, I will post these when completed!!

Yesterday, in meeting the family and being in the home in which these paintings will be hung, it struck me of what an enormous influence that the work that I so love doing will have on this family. It will be a part of their family for years to come. With this thought in mind I am both honored and humbled.

Night Life is still available for purchase from Hawthorns Galleries. If interested in purchasing contact Kylee at 417-866-6688.

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life is good....

Garden Life

Just sold!!!

Abstract Expressionistic Painting

Acrylic 24" x 30" on gallery canvas

Today, I went to pick up art work from Hawthorns Galleries here in Springfield, Mo., as they are preparing for their next featured artist. VERY..VERY ...very thankful for the work that has sold. I am also excited that they are going to continue to carry my work. If you happen to be in Springfield, Mo. you might just want to pop in and see what they have. I will also be carrying a few original works on my daughter Elsie's online store Red Velvet Art .

This painting that I have posted today was one that I brought home today. I painted this last winter during a time that I guess you could say I was making a transition between the realistic and abstract. It began with a photo I had taken at a lawn and garden show. Having worked for many months realistically with transparent watercolors my intent was to paint this realistically with acrylics on canvas. Well, inspiration took over and before I knew it there was this painting that to me represented more of the feeling of the life of these flowers than the actual physical appearance.

Garden Life...... life is good!

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"FANDANGO"

Modern Abstract Acrylic

7" x 7" on 300 lb. paper

.....and so what do you think of this one?! I just can't seem to stay away from color. So, if you like lots of color I probably have the perfect piece just for you!! This one makes me smile.... what about you?

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Earthen by Elizabeth Chapman

Working with color and a subdued background. Let me know what you think. Acrylic on 8" x 8" 300 lb. paper. Click pay pal to purchase or contact me at elizabethchapman@artlover.com

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