"New Beginning"
Collages on Wood | 30x24 in
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Gloria Nilsson
178 artworks by Gloria Nilsson (Selection)
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"Tired Boots"
Oil | 6x8 in
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"Camille"
Oil | 8x6 in
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"Pink Zinnia"
Oil | 4x5 in
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"Carrot Cake"
Oil on Other substrate | 10x10 in
$446
"Afternoon Sun"
Oil | 14x11 in
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"Crossing Over the Line"
Oil | 8x10 in
$415
"Sunflower Fine Art Clay Pen (view #2)"
Sculpture - Clay
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"Sunflower Fine Art Clay Pen"
Sculpture - Clay
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"African Artifacts"
Oil | 12x12 in
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"Charming Country Cow"
Oil | 4x6 in
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"Sushi Yin-Yang (Diptych)"
Oil on Canvas | 6x12 in
$340
"A Different Path"
Oil | 4x5 in
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"Mod Gal,"
Oil | 3.5x2.5 in
$109
"Between Cars"
Oil | 12x9 in
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"Close to Sunset"
Oil | 4x5 in
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"Open Heart (fine art clay necklace)"
Artcraft
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"Lily Trumpeteer (fine art clay necklace)"
Artcraft
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"Morning Symphony"
Oil | 6x8 in
$322
"Jefferson Memorial Illuminated"
Painting | 6x8 in
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"Separate Ways"
Oil | 6x6 in
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"Dunes at Hammonasset"
Painting | 4x5 in
$199
"Mod Gal, "Zoe", GAZE (back)"
Oil | 3.5x2.5 in
$109
"View from the Dirt Road"
Oil on Canvas | 12x16 in
On Request
"Peering into the Marsh"
Oil | 5x4 in
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"Waves Against the Wind (fine art clay necklace)"
Artcraft
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"Hummingbird Fine Art Clay Pen"
Sculpture - Clay
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"Breaking Boundaries"
Oil | 6x6 in
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"Vintage Victorian Vogue"
Oil | 12x9 in
$446
"All Tied Up"
Oil | 5x4 in
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"The Pond at Chester Village West"
Oil | 9x12 in
$446
"The Stockings"
Oil | 9x12 in
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"Facing the Unknown"
Printmaking | 6x9 in
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"Stop Following Me"
Oil | 4x5 in
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"Bee-cause (fine art clay necklace)"
Artcraft
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"Hummingbird Fine Art Clay Pen (view #2)"
Sculpture - Clay
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Biography
After several years as a freelance designer, Gloria yearned for a more organic connection to the arts. Her first workshop with master pastelist Ellie Bender was the catalyst that launched her fine art career. Gloria since explored oil painting and she is currently painting primarily on silk with acrylic mediums. Many of the techniques Gloria offers in her silk painting workshops are integrated into many of her fine art paintings as well as her hand painted scarves. Gloria enjoys experimenting and keeping her options open when it comes to mediums and this passion has also blossomed into her own unique line of jewelry. One-of-a-kind pieces featuring original hand sculpted beads, focals and findings.
A degree in Graphic Design from Pratt Phoenix/Institute, New York, N.Y., along with Gloria's fine art background have given her the capability to attain success in many facets of art & design. Consequently this has enabled Gloria to share her love of art with many others. Offering classes, workshops and weekly programs at the Arts Center Killingworth, Chester Village West retirement Community, Essex Meadows Lifecare Retirement Community, Clinton Parks & Recreation and private lessons and workshops on request.
Nilsson's work has been exhibited in numerous juried shows, galleries, public venues and outdoor exhibitions. She have been honored with several awards including Honorable mention Illustrators Portfolio; Tassy Walden Awards New Voices in Children’s Literature 2003, Madison Art Society Annual Juried Show Award 2008-2011, Frank's Package Store Award; Guilford Art League Annual Juried Exhibition 2012, Honorable Mention; Manhattan Arts International Healing Power of Art "Positive Art That Lifts The Spirit" 2012, Artmajeur Silver Award; Artmajeur International 2008-2012, Shoreline Patrons' Prize; Clinton Art Society 65h Annual Juried Summer Exhibition 2014, Essex Art Association award; Earth, Wind & Fire Exhibition 2014. Gloria was selected to design and illustrate Chapter 11 of The Great CT Caper, a serialized storybook for young people published on the CT Humanities/CT Center for the Book website.
Nilsson serves on the Board of Directors and a member of the Arts Center Killingworth, member of the Madison Art Society, Clinton Art Society, Guilford Art League, Lyme Art association & New Britain Museum of Art.
Recent work is featured at Spectrum Gallery, Centerbrook, CT and other indoor/outdoor seasonal venues.
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Last modification date : Apr 2, 2024
(Member since 2008)
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Added Nov 2, 2018
Savings at Kilingworth Library Exhibit!
301 CT-81, Killingworth, CT 06419
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All regular list priced jewelry, limited scarf necklaces & scarfs exhibited and for sale at the Killingworth Library are 20% off now until November 21st!! All are original one-of-a-kind pieces, hand made. Designs include silk painting, wire wrapping, clay sculpting, techniques and are created with semi-precious stones, pearls, Czech fire polish glass, millifiore glass, fiberwire, precious metals, Swarovski crystal and more. Display ends November 30, 2018.
Added Sep 5, 2018
Solo Exhibition
317 West Main Street, Chester, CT, 06412
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I am delighted to have been invited to exhibit my art work at Masonicare at Chester Village. This exhibit is a retrospective of where I've been and also a glimpse as to where I am going with my art. Pieces in pastel, oils, watercolor & ink, and acrylic I have created a few years back along with my recent acrylic on silk fine art paintings will be exhibited and for sale. The event will include a wine reception which will take place on Thursday, September 6th from 5 to 6:30pm. Hope to see you there! Gloria
Gloria Nilsson has provided inspiring lessons in a weekly Creative Arts program at Masonicare at Chester Village for over a decade. This class embraces where fine art meets craft. Covering such art forms as polymer clay sculpting & bead making, silk painting, wire wrapping, repoussé, printmaking, origami, Papier-mâché, collage, and much more. This September, she will begin teaching the weekly Fine Arts program at Masonicare at Chester Village, which gives beginners as well as seasoned artists a place to discover or advance their creative fine art passions. Exploring the essential art disciplines; drawing, painting, and sculpture.
Added Jan 22, 2017
CT Creative Group at Aux 3 Pommes Exhibition - Creating Art: A Love & A Passion
Fill your heart with the love & passion expressed in the unique artwork of the CT Creative Group. Professional working artists, including jeweler and fabric artist Gloria Nilsson, present works in pottery, photography, metalsmith, woodwork, jewelry, ceramics, mixed art, gelatin prints, acrylic on silk, plus homemade wicked-good toffee and much more. Join us for Creating Art: A Love & A Passion, on Saturday, February 4th & Sunday, February 5th, 2017, from 11- 5pm at Aux 3 Pommes, A World Language School, 258 River Street, Guilford, CT.
This spectator station necklace has sold.
Added Jan 22, 2017
Spectrum Gallery & Artisan Store "Follow The Line" Exhibition
The Line, a building block of all forms of art is the subject of the first exhibition in 2017 at the Spectrum Gallery in Centerbrook. Herringbone and Hearts Pearl Earrings, Aqua Blue Druzy Quartz Pendant Enhancer Necklace, and Lasting Beauty Rosette Necklace, are just a few of the many creations you will find in the galleries artisan store by jewelry artist Gloria Nilsson. A selection of Gloria’s hand painted silk scarves, created using sun printing and her Floral Burst techniques, are also available in the store. The show, from January 20 through March 5, explores movement from one point to the other, or as painter Paul Klee once said in describing the line as “a dot that went for a walk”. Included are drawings, photographs, representational and abstract paintings, mixed media and sculpture. Held at Spectrum Gallery and Store, 61 Main St., Centerbrook, CT. These jewelry pieces and the 100% silk scarf are available exclusively through Spectrum Gallery throughout the duration of this exhibit.
This Druzy pendant necklace has sold.
This sun printed scarf has sold.
Added Nov 25, 2016
Stylish Coiled Paper Ornament Workshop
Turning trash to treasure is the key to these stylish coiled paper ornaments. Learn how easy it is to form coils and create whimsical, contemporary designs.You will make two beautiful ornaments just in time for gifting! Please bring your favorite ribbon or cord to hang your ornamernts.
Sunday December 11, 2016 (1-3:30pm)
$40 (Spectrum Gallery Members save $4)
Location: Spectrum Art Gallery, 61 Main Street, Centerbrook CT
Added Nov 24, 2016
Small Business Saturday Sale Featuring Gloria Nilsson’s Morning Glory Gallery at Curves of Clinton
A large selection of Hand Painted Silk Scarves, Czech glass and Crystal Wire Wrapped Scarf Slides, Artisan Crafted Earring and Necklace Designs and much more! A big THANK YOU!! to all who have supported my art!
Please mention CODE GZNBLOG to RECEIVE 10% OFF your entire purchase of two or more items on Small Business Saturday.
Gelli Print Scarf is no longer available.
Added Nov 24, 2016
Gloria's Jewelry & Scarves at Spectrum Art Gallery Holiday Show
Spectrum Art Gallery's Holiday Show, Adornment and Embellishment is ready for your visit. Save 10% on store items this Saturday, November 26 and Sunday, November 27 at Spectrum Gallery 61 Main Street Centerbrook CT. The Holiday Show will run through January 8, 2017.
You will find many of my most current jewelry and scarf designs featuring wire wrapping, baroque pearls, sun printed silk and floral burst wool/silk blend scarves available at the gallery throughout the show and online at Spectrum Anytime.
This spiral wrapped pendant necklace has sold.
Added Oct 25, 2016
Let's Do The Twist Wire Wrapping Jewelry Workshop
You will be guided through clear simple instructions as you learn the "Twist" wire wrapping technique to capture a stone in wire. Make two wire wrapped pendants…keep one for yourself and give one as a gift! Have fun and be creative while adding a personal touch to your wardrobe.
Sunday, October 30, 2-4pm
$50 + $12 Material Fee Spectrum Gallery Members save $5. Please bring the $12 material fee to pay the instructor directly.
Added Oct 25, 2016
New Jewelry & Hand Painted Scarves
Many of my new and recent hand painted scarf and jewelry designs (including scarf necklaces) are featured in the Autumn Festival Artist Group Show at Spectrum Art Gallery & Artisan Store. The exhibit, which features artisans of all genres and mediums from the tri-state area, will run until November 6, 2016. I have included pics of just a few of my current designs at the gallery and some of these pieces are part of a set but are also sold individually. Hope you take the time to visit the gallery throughout the holiday season! Thanks, Gloria
The Mauve & Pewter 100% silk scarf and the Spiral Wire Woven necklace have sold.
The Floral Burst silk wool scarf is no longer available.
This silk scarf has sold.
This wire wrapped bangle bracelet has sold.
This sun printed silk scarf has sold.
This spiral wire wrapped pendant necklace has sold.
This wire wrapped necklace has sold.
This wool/silk blend scarf has sold.
Added Oct 25, 2016
Don't Miss My November Scarf Workshop!!
I will be at Cindy Steven's Fine Art studio in Clinton CT offering my popular Scarf Workshop on Tuesday, November 15 at 7pm. Early registration appreciated to ensure workshop will run. Thanks! Gloria :)
Added Oct 6, 2016
Autumn Arts Festival
The non-profit Spectrum Art Gallery and Arts Center Killingworth hosts the 12th Annual Autumn Arts Festival! The free festival presents award-winning artists and fine artisans from Connecticut and tri-state area. Located on the Madison Connecticut Town Green, Boston Post Road and Copse Road, Madison CT Saturday, October 8 (9:30-5pm) Sunday, October 9 (Noon-5pm)
The Festival includes representational and abstract painters working in oil, acrylic and pastel, as well as, photographers, potters, glass artisans and jewelry designers. Artisans exhibiting are those working with mixed media collage, wood, glass, fabric, silver and more. Visit Gloria Nilsson on Saturday, at booth # C9 for one-of-a-kind jewelry designs and original hand painted silk scarves for truly unique gifts for you & your loved ones.
At the festival, guests can enjoy live music and food. Dogs are welcome!
This exciting, annual event also includes a six-week group gallery show at the Spectrum Gallery and Store of select pieces by participating Festival artists from September 23-November 6.
Spectrum is located at 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, CT and is open Wednesday-Saturday (12-6pm) and Sunday (12-5pm).
The original design Round Wire Wrapped Scarf Slide and Matching 100% Silk Scarf have sold.
The following original 100% silk Confetti Scarfs have sold: blue, pink, green. Orange/salmon no longer available.
Pewter Cut Velvet Scarf and original wire wrapped scarf slide has sold.
Violet 100% silk scarf and original wire wrapped scarf slide has sold.
100% Cotton jersey Confetti Etternity scarf and original wire wrapped Scarf Slide has sold.
These Honey Bee earrings have sold.
This silk scarf & scarf slide have sold.
This Spectator Station necklace has sold.
Green, Fuscia, Aqua/Navy and Apricot silk scarves have sold.
Pewter cut velvet scarf with scarf slide has sold.
Cotton jersey Eternity scarf has sold.
Plum silk scarf with scarf slide has sold.
Added Sep 20, 2016
Still Time to Sign Up for September 21st Scarf Workshop!!
I will be giving one of my very popular scarf painting workshops on Wed, Sept. 21st at 6:30pm at Cindy Steven's Fine Art studio, Clinton CT! I will take you step-by-step through the proccess of painting 3 silk scarves, just in time for gift giving season! Very fun & colorful! Cost is $50 for all 3 scarves, Byob and snacks...it's really fun and there are plenty of colors to choose. October and November scarf workshop dates coming soon! Space is limited...message Cindy's facebook or call to save your space!! Bring a friend!
Photos courtesy of Cindy Stevens
Added Mar 30, 2016
Cultured Pearl Scarf Necklace, Druzy Quartz & Swarovski Crystal Jewelry at Spectrum Gallery
My most recent limited edition jewelry collection and this lovely hand painted scarf necklace are available at Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisan Store,
61 Main Street, Centerbrook, CT 06409. Shop online at Spectrum Anytime!
Spectrum Gallery and Artisans Store presents Text Messages, March 25-May 15, an exhibit of regional and national artists who integrate text, foreign languages or calligraphy into their paintings, photographs, art books and mixed media collages to give deeper meaning to their work.
This scarf necklace has sold.
Added Jan 29, 2016
New scarves & More coming soon to Artisans Harbor!
I am working on a variety of beautiful limited edition pieces............stay tuned for pics coming soon!
Gloria
Added Jan 29, 2016
Shop Local For Unique Artisan Made Gifts!
Purple Passion Gelli Print Cotton Jersey Eternity Scarf by Gloria Nilsson is no longer available.
Spectator Station Necklace by Gloria Nilsson
Some of my newest scarves and Jewelry exclusively at Spectrum Art Gallery in Centerbrook, Connecticut.
Added Nov 20, 2015
Spectrum Gallery & Artisan Store "Let There Be Light" Exhibition
Spectrum Gallery and Store’s Holiday Show (November 20– January 10) captures the magic of the holidays in Let There Be Light. As winter arrives, the gallery and store glow with the imagination and creative work of artists who use light, reflective surfaces, glass, mirrors, as well as depict light in unique and at times mysterious ways. When you visit the Artisan Store at Spectrum please look for a wonderful display with my original jewelry designs (including my exclusive wire wrapped scarf clip/slides), and hand painted Gelli print scarves. Also in the store are three of my original Gelli prints framed in contemporary white frames ready for gift giving. The store is filled with new and unique pottery, jewelry, art glass and knitwear. The seven-week show, located at 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, Connecticut includes an Open Reception, Friday, November 20 from 6:30-9 pm.
The Midnight Sky Cultured Baroque Pearl Necklace has sold.
Added Oct 18, 2015
Coming Soon......
My brand new originally designed Scarf Clips will be available soon. I am working on many new scarf clips in an array of colors and stones. Beautifully coordinated silk and silk blend scarves will also be available just in time for your gift giving!! Look for more information real soon about where you can find these unique pieces.
Happy Fall :)
Gloria
The Pewter Cut Velvet scarf and original wire wrapped Scarf Slide has sold
The Violet 100% Silk Scarf has sold.
The 100% Cotton Jersey Confetti Eternity scarf and original wire wrapped Scarf Slide has sold.
Added Oct 1, 2015
Arts Center Killingworth’s 11th Annual Autumn Arts Festival
Mixed media artist Gloria Nilsson will be exhibiting her recent work which includes paintings on silk, hand painted scarves, hand pulled gelatin prints, and her unique jewelry collections at the Arts Center Killingworth’s 11th Annual Autumn Arts Festival. The event will be Saturday, October 10 (9:30-5pm) and Sunday, October 11 (12-5pm) with a rain date of Monday, October 12 (10-5pm). This popular festival presents award-winning artists and fine artisans from Connecticut and the tri-state region. Located on the charming Madison Connecticut town green (Boston Post Road/Route 1 and Copse Road), the Festival includes representational and abstract painters working in oil, acrylic and pastel, as well as, photographers, potters, glass artisans and jewelry designers. Artisans exhibiting on the Green feature those working with mixed media collage, wood, glass, fabric, silver, copper and semi-precious stones.
This original hand wire wrapped scarf slide has sold.
http://artscenterkillingworth.org/2015-artist-gallery/gloria-nilsson-festival-artist/
The festive atmosphere on the Madison Town Green also includes gourmet food options and musical performances by the JazzMan Duo and Jan Jungden Trio.
Entrance to both the Autumn Arts Festival and Gallery Group Show is free.
For the second year, this annual art event includes a six-week group gallery show at the Spectrum Gallery and Store of select pieces by participating Festival artists. The juried show runs from September 25-November 8 and includes painting, photography and mixed media collage with the Store offering various one-of-a-kind fine crafts. Spectrum Gallery, an expansion of the Arts Center Killingworth, located at 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, Connecticut is open Wednesday-Friday (11am-6pm); Saturday (11:30-6pm) and Sunday (11:30am-5pm).
www.facebook.com/spectrumartgallery
Below is an original (copyrighted 10/9/2015) scarf clip design created by Gloria Nilsson. Exhibited and for sale on the Madison Green at the Arts Center Killingworth's 11th Annual Autumn Art Festival
This scarf slide has sold.
Added Sep 10, 2015
Spectrum Gallery Autumn Arts Exhibit
Autumn Arts Exhibit
September 25-November 8, 2015. All exhibiting artists are also participating in the 11th annual Outdoor Autumn Arts Festival on the Madison Town Green (Saturday-Sunday, October 10-11, 2015) .
Opening Reception Friday, September 25th, 6:30-9pm
http://artscenterkillingworth.org/2015-artist-gallery/gloria-nilsson-festival-artist/
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Added Sep 10, 2015
Arts Center Killingworth’s Annual Outdoor Autumn Arts Festival
Arts Center Killingworth’s Annual Outdoor Autumn Arts Festival
Saturday and Sunday October 10 and 11. Rain Date Monday, October 12
on the Madison Town Green,
Boston Post Rd/Copse Rd, Madison, CT
I'm looking forward to another great art festival on the beautiful Madison Green! This is the one and only outdoor event I will be doing this year so please stop by and take a look at what I've been up to ;) !! Also mark your calendars for the Autumn Arts Exhibit at Spectrum Gallery September 25-November 8, 2015. All exhibiting artists are participating in the 11th annual Outdoor Autumn Arts Festival on the Madison Town Green (Saturday-Sunday, October 10-11, 2015) An Opening Reception is held on Friday, September 25 (6:30-9pm).
See you soon,
Gloria
Reviews and comments
Hello Gloria! I have just visited your gallery. I enjoyed very much your so attractive collection, your so inspired paintings. So, I start following you, and also I added two of your amazing artworks to my favorite collection. I expose my paintings in Artmajeur too. I invite you to see my paintings and start following me if you like them. It will be a pleasure to keep in touch with you. Wish you a continued successful career, Jesús F. Torres (Zaplaflora)
Artisanat ou peinture vous jouez brillamment sur les deux registres et c'est à mon avis excellent .
weldone, your works are beautiful.
Congratulations for your painting !
Eliot NYLS
Teu trabalho é muito criativo e alegre parabéns.
Eu gosto muito deste site muito divertido e interessante
Carlos
Quoi de plus apaisant que les paysages que vous nous proposez. L eau reflète le ciel et vos pensées reflètent ce que devrait être le monde dans lequel nous sommes. Merci Gloria et bonjour de la France.
Gloria, love your 'after the party', such contemporary flair. Well done!
My dear Gloria, What a wonderful few hours I spent today, 2-20-10 going through your website and enjoying your exciting art work. You are making your dream come true and making people like me see the world through your artistic eyes.
Love you,
Cousin Gertrude
A GOD CREATED TALENT. LOOK FORWARD TO VIEWING YOUR ART WORK AT THE GALLERY/LIBRARY. THE BEST TO YOU!
salam, superbes oeuvres! meilleur choix des couleurs ainsi que les sujets! Bravo ! Amicalement! Mounir DEHANE.
Wow! Gloria, I am so impressed with what you have accomplished! This web page is a delight to view, and I see so many new images that fascinate my senses. God has blessed you with a great gift! Thanks for sharing it with us. MIR(peace)
Great DSFDF nice warm/cool colors
Gloria, I love what you did with Karin Jurick's San Francisco Victorian. You added the perfect figures to complete the scene. Great job!
Gloria - I purchased 'Thoughts of a Nation' at the Old Lyme Art Association Gallery show. You did this painting as part of the 'different strokes challenge'. Thank you so much for your work!
Gloria,
I enjoyed looking at your work and especially like "In the shadows" & "NY Stock Exchange" The different Folks website/blog looks very interesting.
I was given your info from Palma Armenia on Saturday. I am married to her niece. I would appreciate any advice and or information that you may have for me.
Sincerely, Joe
I cant believe I knew you when .... Your paintings are beautiful. I love The Purrrfect one ! Hope to see them in person soon.
salam is very good and very nice your peintur .amicalement karim
Very interesting work! The light and shade is so good! I like this hue so much!
great! bravo, I like it :-)
Wunderfull there ones.! I like them.
Congratulations to You.!!!
Cordially,
Grazy-g...
Très belle harmonie de couleurs qui met en valeur celle des fleurs!
Peinture toute en finesse ......bravo
Un cadrage original et une belle réussite ....bravo
Superbe ......félicitations
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