"Little Explorer"
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Dear Subscriber, Who doesn't love spring? Bulbs are sprouting, trees are budding, birds are pairing up, and the weather is warming. In my case, the art studio is finished (more on that next time!), the outdoor water feature has been installed, and I have a LOT of good news to share!
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My very own babbling brook.
In a previous newsletter I mentioned that we were having a water feature put in between the studio addition and the existing deck. It's in, and I love it! |
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"Little Explorer II"
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This little Eurasian Tree Sparrow was the first visitor to my new backyard babbling brook. He reminded me of a little explorer! This is the second of two paintings of this subject (the first is at the top of the page). |
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The birds love it too! I later filmed this American Robin enjoying a swim. Enjoy this brief brain break (notice the ice!): |
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Fine Art Reproductions With my new studio, I acquired a professional scanner and printer so that I could make prints by request.
Using professional dye ink and premium matte photo paper, I can create up to a 12x8 open edition fine art print of my newest watercolors (those created in 2023 or later) at your request.
Upon receipt of two such Bluebirds of Happiness prints, the buyer responded, "The prints arrived Monday. They are stunning. Thanks so much!"
Of course, limited edition giclee prints are still available and can be viewed under the PRINTS tab on my website. |
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"A Little Bird Told Me"
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I am honored to report that A Little Bird Told Me was accepted into the Illinois Watercolor Society 39th National Exhibition 2023 by Juror Beth Shadur. |
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"In That Moment"
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I'm over the moon to have received this notification — it was my first entry to this organization: "Congratulations!
Your entry, In That Moment, has been SELECTED by the juror, Z.L. Feng, to be included in the 2023 Society of Watercolor Artists International Juried Exhibition.The exhibition will run from Saturday April 15 to Saturday May 20, 2023 in the Atrium Gallery of the Fort Worth Central Library in Fort Worth, Texas."
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The above four paintings were selected for inclusion in Framations Art Gallery's BLOOM! exhibition which will be on display from April 22 through July 8, 2023. Thank you to juror, Jody Williams! |
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"Breezy"
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I'm excited to report that juror Rein Vanderhill selected Breezy for inclusion in the 76th Annual Exhibition of the Michigan Water Color Society 2023! |
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"Don't Let Go"
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I just found out that Don't Let Go received a nice cash award in the Fallbrook 14th Annual Signature American Watermedia International Exhibition! |
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I was searching for online exhibitions and came across Art and Color 365's portrait competition, so I entered. When I received notice that I had received first place for my painting Everything Nice, I was floored!
The March/April premiere issue of Art and Color 365 magazine will be available on April 3, 2023 and includes an article about me and my art. Until then, you can view all of the winning entries here. |
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Thank you for sharing in my art journey!
Paint. Love. Repeat. |
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Your friend in art and life, Janine ©2023 Janine Helton - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED |
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