notes from the studio of artist Kristina Wentzell

treasures

noreply@blogger.com (Kristina W) — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 14:00:00 +0000

A still life set up with robin's egg found in my yard...

a glittery bird for the holidays...

a feathery centerpiece....

CSArt: A Year of Flowers

noreply@blogger.com (Kristina W) — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 13:00:00 +0000

I'm very excited to announce my next endeavor--A Year of Flowers: a Community Supported Art (CSA) project. Inspired by the popular community supported agriculture movement, CSArts are popping up all over the country. With that same "buy local" spirit, CSArts allow customers to purchase a "share" of art from a single or group of artists.

This project represents an incredible value for collectors while supporting my local business.

Details:

A single share includes 6 original oil paintings; each a vibrant, colorful depiction of a different seasonal flower.
Your first painting will arrive in mid-March and approximately every 6 weeks thereafter.
Paintings may be picked up at my studio or shipped right to your door.
Paintings are ready to hang on gallery wrapped canvas.
Sizes will include 8 x 8, 9 x 12, 6 x 12 and 10 x 10 inches.

Benefits for Collectors: Receive multiple original works from a limited series at a fantastic value (over 50% savings)! At the end of the year, you will have a lovely collection of floral art that could be hung as a group, singly, or given as gifts.

How to Participate: You may purchase via Paypal or contact me via email or phone. Paintings may be picked up at my studio or shipped to your door.

Cost: $450 for 6 original oil paintings of seasonal flowers, artist choice. This is a 50% savings!

Shipping Option: $45 for 6 paintings

Go HERE to purchase a share or for more information.

Hedwig at Hogwarts

noreply@blogger.com (Kristina W) — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 14:00:00 +0000

As I mentioned in my last post...I painted a fun new piece for a special man in my life.

My little guy (age 9) is a budding naturalist...rocks, insects, birds, mammals, fish, you name it and he's interested in it. I promised to paint him a special painting last year and he chose a snowy owl for the subject. A few months ago, we also started reading the Harry Potter series. My goodness, what a hit that was.

So, I decided to make his snowy owl into Hedwig herself and put Hogwarts in the background. What fun! I based the castle on Neuschwanstein in Germany. I went there when I was 12 years old and I can't even begin to tell you what an impression that magical place had on me. A wonder for any creative soul!

The painting was a big hit and now hangs proudly in his bedroom. Hedwig keeping her benevolent watch over my sleeping charge.

end of the year wrap up

noreply@blogger.com (Kristina W) — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 18:49:00 +0000

I took some time off after my 100 painting sale (fun but a lot of work!) to soak up some sun in Florida with my family. Before we headed south I painted some special commissions for holiday gifts. How nice to receive original artwork on Christmas morning, don’t you think?

I also painted a very fun piece for a certain special man in my life. More on that in the next post.

I’m well rested and ready to get back into the swing of things now! I’ve got some big plans for this year. Including my own Community Supported Art project, and a new series inspired by two poets. I’ll be posting a lot more about these projects in the next few weeks.

In the meantime, go here to see a list of my upcoming events for 2012 (so far!) and enjoy these photos of sunny Florida. As I write this, it is a wintery white outside my window.

It is the first snow day of the season so I’m off to play a board game or two with my two little charges.

Happy New Year!

noreply@blogger.com (Kristina W) — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 21:16:00 +0000

Dear Friends,

As the year winds to a close, I'd like to take a moment to send out my heartfelt gratitude to all my collectors. Your support allows me to continue to do what I love to do. Making art is a joyful thing to me. Sharing that joy with all of you is a priceless gift. Thank you.

All the best in the year ahead,

Kristina

100 Paintings!

noreply@blogger.com (Kristina W) — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 13:51:00 +0000

There is still time to get a painting by Christmas! I'll need your order by this weekend, before I head off to sunny Florida for the holiday (I know, poor me).

See the available paintings here.

mixed fruit

noreply@blogger.com (Kristina W) — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 13:18:00 +0000

These painting are available in the 100 paintings for $100 or Less project. The 100 paintings are all on my website now (HERE)! The sale will run through the end of the year. Here's a secret though... I will continue to add more paintings over the next several weeks so be sure to check back if your favorite is already sold.

walking with spring

noreply@blogger.com (Kristina W) — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 13:18:00 +0000

Inspired by my days hiking the Appalachian Trail. Read more here.

This painting is available in the 100 paintings for $100 or Less project. The 100 paintings are all on my website now (HERE)! The sale will run through the end of the year. Here's a secret though... I will continue to add more paintings over the next several weeks so be sure to check back if your favorite is already sold.

sunrise on the mountain

noreply@blogger.com (Kristina W) — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 13:18:00 +0000

winter shadows

noreply@blogger.com (Kristina W) — Sat, 10 Dec 2011 13:18:00 +0000

cardinal in winter

noreply@blogger.com (Kristina W) — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 13:18:00 +0000

lake country

noreply@blogger.com (Kristina W) — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 13:18:00 +0000

Here is another piece inspired by the incomparable Rangeley Lakes region. Tucked away in the western mountains of Maine, this area is full of gorgeous lakes, mountains, vistas and beauty (and not a small amount of black flies come spring time)

This painting is available in the 100 paintings for $100 or Less project. The 100 paintings are all on my website now (HERE)! The sale will run through the end of the year. Here's a secret though... I will continue to add more paintings over the next several weeks so be sure to check back if your favorite is already sold.

sunflowers in a cream pitcher

noreply@blogger.com (Kristina W) — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 13:16:00 +0000

Kristina Wentzell, sunflowers in a cream pitcher, oil on canvas, 8 x 8 inches. ©2011

This painting is available in the 100 paintings for $100 or Less project. The 100 paintings are all on my website now (HERE)! The sale will run through the end of the year. Here's a secret though... I will continue to add more paintings over the next several weeks so be sure to check back if your favorite is already sold.

sunflowers in a tall vase

noreply@blogger.com (Kristina W) — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 13:17:00 +0000

Sage Gallery

noreply@blogger.com (Kristina W) — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 19:04:00 +0000

My piece "wild poppies" was accepted into a show at the brand new Sage Gallery in Manchester, NH. This group show will run through December 31st. Sage Gallery is featuring many local artists in a variety of media so be sure to check them out. It's always exciting to have a new art venue in town!

Sage Gallery
70 Lowell Street
Manchester NH
hours: Tues-Fri 11-6 Sat 10-4 Sun 12-5 (thurs until 8)

open studio this Saturday

noreply@blogger.com (Kristina W) — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 20:12:00 +0000

I'm having an open studio this Saturday...last one before the holidays!

Kristina Wentzell Fine Art
Open Studio
Saturday, December 3rd
2-4pm

87 Ashuelot Street
Keene NH

presenting....Lucy & Ricky

noreply@blogger.com (Kristina W) — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 21:12:00 +0000

These paintings are available in the 100 Paintings for $100 or Less Sale.

open studio round up

noreply@blogger.com (Kristina W) — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 04:32:00 +0000

the best beach

noreply@blogger.com (Kristina W) — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0000

This painting is available in the 100 Paintings for $100 or Less Sale.

snowy owl

noreply@blogger.com (Kristina W) — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0000

Kristina Wentzell, snowy owl, oil on canvas, 6 x 6 inches. ©2011

This painting is available in the 100 Paintings for $100 or Less Sale.

barn owl

noreply@blogger.com (Kristina W) — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0000

This painting is available in the 100 Paintings for $100 or Less Sale.

barney

noreply@blogger.com (Kristina W) — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0000

This painting is available in the 100 Paintings for $100 or Less Sale.

betty

noreply@blogger.com (Kristina W) — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0000

Kristina Wentzell, betty, oil on canvas, 8 x 8 inches. ©2011

This painting is available in the 100 Paintings for $100 or Less Sale.

just over the rise

noreply@blogger.com (Kristina W) — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 14:00:00 +0000

Kristina Wentzell, just over the rise, oil on canvas, 10 x 8 inches. ©2011

This painting is available in the 100 Paintings for $100 or Less Sale.

birds on a wire

noreply@blogger.com (Kristina W) — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 03:15:00 +0000

The 100 paintings for $100 or Less are all on my website now! The sale will run through the end of the year. Here's a secret though...I will continue to add more paintings over the next several weeks so be sure to check back if your favorite is already sold.