Contemporary Botanical Art by Sheri Trepina

Winters in my studio are usually a focused effort on painting new works, its peaceful with snowy views from the Kalispell studio.  I also experiment and try different techniques that I scribbled in my notebook during the busy summer months.  

But this winter, has been bigger than most.... 

Yes! I have been painting and have several new art works with beautiful juicy colours, I'm so excited to roll these out in the coming months. 

  

I'm also enjoyed doing an interview for "Colors on Your Palette" (click link) and was pleasantly surprised to have a feature catalog post by Xanadu Gallery, Scottsdale AZ. 

(View the Xanadu catalog and my Art HERE)

Lastly, and oh, so important, I continue to paint with several artists here in the Flathead Valley. Our artistic voices are different but we all have a love of the arts, and are inspired by nature. Its a time to learn and support one another.....more on these amazing artists in another post...... 

So, busy is a good good thing!

New art works, ready to frame:

"Glowing in the Rain"

30" x 11"

This free flowing watercolour collage was created with leaves collected in Kalispell Mt. A warm palette with complimentary, cool colour accents.

Detail of "glowing in the Rain" in process.

Get more information about "Glowing in the Rain" HERE

"Glories of the Storm
15" x 22" Watercolour and Gouache Collage

Another soft burgundy palette with frozen berries and vines.  Leaves collected in Glacier National Park.


Detail of "Glories of the Storm in process

Get more information on "Glories of the Storm" HERE

In Process.....coming soon!

A palette of plums and soft greens with
 a touch of iridescent gold

Thank you for following my work and its process. And a big shout out to Dodson's Jewelers & Gallery in Spokane WA, for the sale of "Only in Your Dreams" Original......Thank you Penn & Debra!

Until next time,

Contemporary Botanical Art by Artist Sheri Trepina

I have been busy creating new art pieces. Experimenting with new mediums and techniques for watercolour. Also, considering the use of fabric as a collage element.....I have a  generous stash of colour coordinated fabrics in delicious hues and patterns, just calling to me....... 

Studio work in progress:  Watercolours on Arches 140 Lb, maybe some collage to be added...

Studio Work in progress: Watercolour & Acrylic on Canvas.  

Need to define the flowers, change the vase shape......I'll think of more as I continue with it.

From New Years to early Spring, I make every effort to stay "hold up" in my Kalispell studio.  Its a time to test new ideas, be productive & get my blogs back on schedule...I have more than one blog now.  Its also a time for me to take a class or two. I'm currently learning how to build repeat patterns using my own art, and a social media workshop...."When you know better, you do better" Maya Angelou. 

Definitely a favorite time of the year for me.  If you're in the area, please give a call...I make a great scone and cup of coffee. 

I've put together a short video thanking everyone for making 2015 an amazing year. I'm truly grateful!

        Click here to view the Video!

Want to know more about my process with leaves.....click HERE