Category Archives: Abstracts

Roulettes

Posted on April 5, 2016 by Artimagination

                Roulettes is my version of roses deconstructed into abstract shapes and fall colors.  This also marks my developing a new technique to create thick layers of colors.      “Roulettes” is an homage to … Continue reading →

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Butterfly Fantasy

Posted on September 29, 2014 by Artimagination

Butterfly Fantasy I have always been fascinated by butterflies, with all their colors and lovely shapes.  Butterfly Fantasy is my reaching beyond the bright colors to a more intoxicating palette, to create an exotically moody piece, full of movement.  In … Continue reading →

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Reading on the River Thales

Posted on May 20, 2012 by Artimagination

Reading on the River Thales While this dreamy artwork may not look it, this artwork is a nod to Greek philosopher Thales of Miletus who was both the first to explain natural phenomenon  without reference to mythology, earning him the … Continue reading →

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Dance of the Sunflowers

Posted on May 19, 2012 by Artimagination

Dance of the Sunflowers Inspired both by Van Gogh’s famous Sunflowers and by the Italian blend of yellow, blue and green, this artwork is a nod to both Impressionist sunflowers and classic Italian themes. If you are interested in purchasing … Continue reading →

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Vegetable Medley

Posted on May 19, 2012 by Artimagination

Inspired by M. Nicole van Dam’s own organic vegetable garden, this crop of veggies is ripe to perfection! To see images of Nicole’s vegetable garden, please visit our1earth.com. To purchase fun items such as serving trays with this lovely artwork, … Continue reading →

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The Jester

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Artimagination

The Jester was inspired by fun memories of trivia nights at a local hangout, as well as “The Jester” in our masquerades of life and my imaginings of Mardi Gras, masquerade balls and Brazilian Carnival.  I wanted The Jester to be … Continue reading →

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Peace

Posted on May 17, 2012 by Artimagination

Originally inspired during the war in Kosovo, this painting of cherry blossoms tinged in crimson against a bold background is equally applicable today, as we search for a path to “Peace.”

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Honey Bee Happy

Posted on May 17, 2012 by Artimagination

Honey Bee Happy A trio of happy honey bees and dancing gerbera daisies adorn a colorful honey comb of fun.  Honey Bee Happy is my homage to the valuable honey bee in our ecosystem.  I tried to make Honey Bee … Continue reading →

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Sun and Moon Montage

Posted on May 16, 2012 by Artimagination

Sun and Moon Montage This work was actually intended to be several works painted on one canvas, but Sun and Moon Montage has also achieved popularity as a single work.  It is therefore a rather unintentionally unique montage of a … Continue reading →

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Cello Fantasy

Posted on May 14, 2012 by Artimagination

Cello Fantasy Cello Fantasy was inspired by a wonderful cello performance at the symphony, where the cello soloist embraced the cello lovingly as the cello sang its resonant notes almost magically.  I actually conceived the entire Cello Fantasy artwork during … Continue reading →

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Cherry Blossom Trio

Posted on May 13, 2012 by Artimagination

Cherry Blossom Trio was inspired by the increasingly rare Western Bluebird.  The California Central Coast has its share of these increasingly rare Western Bluebirds, and they are so beautiful!  To create this elegant design, I adopted a slightly Asian influence. To purchase … Continue reading →

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Ballet des Fleurs

Posted on May 13, 2012 by Artimagination

Ballet des Fleurs In Ballet des Fleurs, I had fun juxtaposing graceful ballerinas with morning glories, tulips, roses and other flowers, inspired by the movement and grace of ballet and nature. I especially like the ballerinas!  The colors are very … Continue reading →

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A Healing Place

Posted on May 13, 2012 by Artimagination

A Healing Place features a doctor tending to a patient while beautiful, heart warming sunflowers, roses and tulips cheer the path.  This artwork was inspired both by the hopes I saw working with cancer patients, young and old, and by … Continue reading →

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Butterfly Beauties

Posted on May 12, 2012 by Artimagination

Butterfly Beauties was inspired by the butterfly shape blossoms of hydrangea and the dancing butterflies of my garden. To purchase fun items such as serving trays with this lovely artwork, please visit http://letsgoshopping.bz. Available in Limited Edition prints and more, available … Continue reading →

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Flower Celebration

Posted on May 9, 2012 by Artimagination

Flower Celebration Flower Celebration provides an interesting interplay between soft florals and strong geometric patterns.  I was inspired by the intricate geometric planes and shapes in our everyday surroundings.  I had fun in this artwork combining warm colors and soft … Continue reading →

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Bumble Bear

Posted on May 9, 2012 by Artimagination

A happy honey bear and a few honey bees, along with gerbera daisies, charm in this delightful image. To purchase fun items such as serving trays with this lovely artwork, please visit http://letsgoshopping.bz.

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Fancy Fruits

Posted on May 9, 2012 by Artimagination

Fancy Fruits was in part inspired by wishful thinking of harvests to come!  The central coastal areas of California offer bounties of fruit, and I’ve planted many fruit trees and berries and vines in my garden, inspiring this painting. To purchase fun items … Continue reading →

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Hummingbirds & Missing Pieces

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Artimagination

Hummingbirds and Missing Pieces was inspired by the beauty of life, while also acknowledging the inevitable choices and losses along our journey. The original concept blossomed from the beauty, dreams and choices that women make. The more you look at this … Continue reading →

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Passion Flower

Posted on May 5, 2012 by Artimagination

Passion Flower Passion Flower Passion Flower was inspired by some unique tulips that I purchased at the amazing Los Angeles flower mart, as well as by the flower mart itself, filled with its hustling customers buying their flowers.   The … Continue reading →

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Reverie

Posted on May 1, 2012 by Artimagination

Reverie was inspired by how I get lost in each painting I create, in my writing and reading, in my imaginings.  I wanted to create a woman lost in thought while the world continues to whirl around her.  There is the playful … Continue reading →

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