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9/22/2023 11:45:34 AM
I am facilitating a live model painting/drawing session at The Artist's Gallery in Olympia on October 23, 2023. I know it's hard to begin planning ahead for the holidays! But I had to book Santa on his "off season" :)
Santa from Life: An Open Studio Experience
Monday, October 2310 AM - 1:30 PM
$30
Location: The Artists' Gallery
Address: 2505 4th Ave W, Olympia, WA 98502
Details
We have created a magical opportunity in the gallery's first ever open studio. Imagine the joy of capturing the enchanting spirit of Christmas on canvas as you paint none other than Santa Claus himself.
Create a one-of-a-kind painting, a heartfelt gift, or a personalized Christmas card featuring Santa. Picture Santa in a green velvet chair, surrounded by classic wooden toys, old fashioned candles with a plate of cookies next to him as he studies his naughty and nice scroll... come capture the essence of this beloved figure, whether you are drawing or painting!
Limited Tickets: Only 18 spots available. Fee covers model fee, space fee, props, and a Santa cookie!
Please bring your own art supplies; no formal instruction or materials will be provided. If you require seating, folding chairs will be on hand. Open to anyone interested in working from the model, regardless of experience level. Familiarity with basic drawing or painting fundamentals recommended.
There will be cheerful holiday tunes and treats to complete the merry ambiance!
Register here: Santa live model painting session | The Artists' Gallery (theartistsgallery.com)
12/3/2020 1:49:32 PM
Just in time for holiday giving. I have a selection of my paintings available on luxury scarves and draped kimonos!
Scarves:
Stylish and elegant, this versatile accessory is a simple way to elevate any wardrobe. Custom printed to suit variety of aesthetics, these scarves are available in 4 diverse fabric options. Choose between our 3 durable polyesters - polychiffon, matte crepe and satin charmeuse - or high-end 100% silk habotai. Doubling as a hair tie, a wall hanging, or even an origami tote, there'es no end to the usefulness of these beautiful scarves.
Draped Kimonos:
Choose between our silky knit, super soft peachskin jersey, or style it up with our transparent peek-a-boo chiffon fabric. Artwork meets loungewear in perfect harmony.
Visit my store here.
11/20/2018 6:34:00 PM
This piece is part of a series being debuted at the Lounge at {9} The Gallery. The show, "Aspens, Bonded by Nature", runs November 16th through December 30th.
{9} The Gallery
1229 Grand Ave, Phoenix, Arizona 85007
5/17/2017 3:16:53 PM
"Nancy, I absolutely love it! Truly love it! Thanks so much. I really loved working with you. It could not have been a better experience!
Thank you so much. It is so lovely!"
I just finished a commission and thought I'd share the process with you.
One morning I received a phone call, a woman wanted a painting of the Mogollon Rim as an anniversary gift for her husband. The rim was a very special place for them, and she wanted him to be able to take the painting with him while he is stationed overseas. We chatted about the process and she sent me some photos of the rim she and her husband had taken when they used to live in AZ and frequented the rim area. I emailed her my price list so she could select the size she wanted that fit her budget (and the need for it to me taken overseas easily).
She selected a size and made a deposit for the painting. I then took a road trip with our littlest one to take my own reference photos, sketch, and enjoy a picnic.
After the trip, I sat down and drew multiple thumbnail compositions, in grayscale, for the client to select the final composition.
From the selected composition, I painted a to-scale oil sketch in color. The oil sketch is on canvas paper and ~ one quarter of the final size.
After approval of the oil sketch's color scheme, I began the final painting on an 11 x 14 linen panel. As I progressed, I would email her progress shots to keep her in the loop and make sure she is happy and informed along the way.
Once I completed the painting to my satisfaction, I emailed her an image of the final painting for her approval. She is very happy with the painting and the entire process. Now, I wait for the painting to be dry enough to varnish, wait for the varnish to be dry, and ship it to her. One of the things I like to do with my commissions, is let the client title the work. This one's title is still pending and she may even wait to title it together with her husband after she presents it to him. Such a sweet anniversary gift that will last forever. :)
2/23/2017 1:19:35 PM
Spring cleaning commences -- time to make room for more work! I am listing 8 small, unframed pieces on eBay at low starting bids and no reserve! Here is the link to all my listings which started today:
http://www.ebay.com/sch/nancyromanovskyart/m.html?_ipg=50&_sop=12&_rdc=1
Here is a sample of what's on auction:
Pond en plein air, 8 x 10 Early Retirement, 8 x 6 Morning, 9 x 12
11/22/2016 5:13:35 PM
Tis the season for painting small, affordable paintings for holiday giving, client appreciation, or closing gifts. And don't forget yourself! I've been busy finishing commissions and painting mini 4 x 6 oils of Aspens and the Grand Canyon.
Each mini comes framed in a black wood floater frame. These little gems are priced at $108 or two for $200. Domestic shipping included. Mix and match. The collection is available under Tiny Works on my webpage: http://nancyrom.fineartstudioonline.com/collections/94421
For the multiple piece discount, please contact me so I can adjust the invoice amount!
