New Spring Arrivals! I would like to share some new work I have been doing that I am really jazzed about! A few weeks ago I started painting miniature paintings ranging in sizes from 3x2in. to 4x4in. They are painted on linen covered archival panels and can be ordered from Art Boards. I discovered that [...]
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January 30, 2010 – 2:54 pm
Special Announcement! “Blooms in Winter” is now up for bids on the Haiti Relief Auction sponsored by 140hours. It’s a great way to purchase original art at bargain prices! Come see and join in on the bidding fun. One hundred percent of the money raised is being donated to help the Haitian people! You can [...]
December 13, 2009 – 10:36 pm
Christmas Wonderment The scene is set, candles lit and ornaments hung. A Christmas glow envelops all, warming hearts near and far. Christmas heightens our sense of humanity and stirs a kindness lost in the rush of life. Mere strangers’ nods and smiles are warmly acknowledged; which would otherwise be lost to a sea of preoccupation. [...]
August 27, 2009 – 10:46 pm
Artist Statement: Relationships bloom, tweet by tweet. Many tweets later, defenses drop; revealing delicate layers of multifaceted personalities. Biography: Debbie Lamey-MacDonald is a Nova Scotian artist who works from life to capture the essence of her subject. Musings accompany her paintings. I am very happy and excited to be a part of an upcoming art [...]
I spotted this little pot of begonias in the grocery store one day. They reminded me of warmer days and gardening. In the summer they have been known to add a burst of bright color to any shade garden. Their interesting shaped leaves are an added bonus to their song of color. Like roses, they [...]
This painting evolved as I went along. Initially, when I began to paint it, I was just going to do quick sketches. Then inspiration took over and I really got into more detail. I loved playing with contrasting values and trying to get the fruit to “shine”. It stayed in development mode in between other [...]
Yearning for the lushness of spring and summer, I once again took a visit to my local florist. Sometimes when I go I have a flower or color in mind that I feel like painting. This time my urge was the color purple. I love a blue-purple; it seems so regal and rich. While in [...]
This is a special little teacup my brother gave me awhile ago. I always had intentions of using it as subject matter and finally got around to painting it. I was drawn to its cheerful motifs and funnel shape. It evokes an emotional response as I recall soothing cups of tea in relaxation or social [...]
February 23, 2009 – 9:29 pm
Every now and then a painting takes you on some twists and turns. “With Grace” was such a painting. In the beginning these larger carnations were vibrant and bursting with life. I happily sketched them on canvas and blocked in my values and then life got in the way and I did not get back [...]
February 7, 2009 – 10:03 pm
During this time of year I begin to miss nature’s vibrant vegetation and getting out on my plein air excursions. So I decided to visit our local florist to consume the vibrant colors and aliveness of their ongoing supply of flowers. In the dead of winter they seemed to energize one; leading to visions of [...]
January 4, 2009 – 4:01 pm
Happy New Year Everyone! I have started 2009 by launching a new “Minimalist Series” of small works. They will be a part of my” Bookshelf Collection” on my website http://www.lameymacdonald.com This series will run no larger than 6x8in. They are so enjoyable to paint and at the same time hone my skills. An abundance of [...]
