October Giveaway

Wow how time seems to fly sometimes! It's already the 8th of October! 

This month I've been busy with commissions and a special little giveaway over on Instagram. 

If you'd like to try your hand at winning a miniature painting check out my Instagram account at @sarahtuleartworks

More updates soon! 

Watching The Bay

"Watching The Bay" 

5"x7" Original Watercolor On Paper

To Buy This Painting Click Here

The beaches of Northern Michigan provide me with endless inspiration. The colors and the scape of the land are so intriguing to me that I find a scene to paint where ever I am! Wouldn't you love to sit in one of these chairs for a while and just breathe in summer? 

Chair With A View Miniature

"Chair With A View"

2.5"x3.5" Original Miniature Watercolor

Available At Northgoods In Petoskey!

The name of this is "Chair With A View" because who wouldn't love to sit here for hours and just take it all in? 

I'm thinking of doing a larger version of this painting, one I can really imagine myself being in.

My sister is in town visiting this weekend so I've pre-posted some of my recent work for galleries. That way I can spend more time with her instead of in front of the computer. I will get back to painting my Starry Animals and more next week! 

Geranium View

"Geranium View"

5"x7" Original Watercolor And Pen On Paper

                                           

I enjoy taking strolls around town now that the weather is enjoyable. On Monday it rained quite a bit and it broke the humidity. So on Tuesday I went for a leisurely stroll through Bay View and down to the lake shore. 

There is a little dead end road there and the name of it escapes me. But down at the end there is a low stone wall with pots of geraniums set out. Several chairs are aimed to look out over the bay and it's really all quite cheerful.

Also, I apologize if you signed up for my monthly newsletter and have not received the one for June. I had some troubles with my program and it skipped several people on the list. However, I do not know which ones got it and which didn't.  If you would like to receive it please let me know and I will send you a copy! 

Morning At The Lake

"Morning At The Lake"

8"x10" original watercolor and pen on paper

Available at Northgoods in Petoskey

I am so so SO ready for summer to be here. I have had enough snow and cold to last me until well into next February. Luckily, spring is beginning to show up. Kind of. Most days. When it feels like it. 

All of this pining got me thinking about summer vacations and relaxing by the lake. Here in Michigan the thing to do is "go up north." If you live in Detroit, you might go up to the Midland area. If you live in Grand Rapids, you probably drive up 131 to Petoskey and Traverse City. If you live north of the 45th parallel you probably head to the U.P. We just keep migrating northward. It's our thing. 

I was imagining a quiet, lakeside retreat where you can go out onto your own dock, sip a cup of coffee and relax in your chair as you listen to the loons and watch the sun rise, casting everything in a rosy light. The day is just beginning, it's full of possibilities. 

Breakwall Watchers

"Breakwall Watchers"

8"x10" original watercolor and pen on paper

Available at Pieces on Mitchell Street in Petoskey 

This is a view you can see quite often at Bayfront Park in Petoskey. Across the bay is Harbor Springs. Sailboats populate the summer waters and people walk the shorelines looking for Petoskey Stones. 

I miss summer. Can you tell? 

Speaking of summer, I was chosen to be one of the artists for Lansing Art Gallery's Summer Camp! I'll be teaching July 21st-24th. I am excited to be working with the kids! 

Registration will be open soon. Keep an eye out on Lansing Art Gallery's website. 

Seeing Double

"Seeing Double"

5"x7"

     Why don't you take a seat and dig your toes into the sand as you spend an lazy afternoon watching the sailboats on Little Traverse Bay? Be sure to bring your sunscreen and a nice cool glass of lemonade! 

This painting is for sale at Northgoods in downtown Petoskey. To purchase contact them at (2310 347-1775. Alternatively, you can contact me at (248) 977-0732 or email me at: sarahtuleart@yahoo.com 

     Next Friday evening (June 28th) from 5-8pm I'm holding a beginner's watercolor class at Northgoods in Petoskey! We'll cover basic techniques. All materials and WINE are provided. The cost of the class is $40. To register, contact me at (248) 977-0732 or contact the gallery at (231) 347-1775. 

      I'm also very excited to announce that I recently acquired a studio space! Come and see my newest work at the Mitchell Street Suites. It's located next to Grand Traverse Pie Co. on Mitchell Street in Petoskey. We're in #4! 

                                   

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Watching Round Island

"Watching Round Island"

7"x5"

From the shores of Mackinac Island you are invited to sit in these adriondack chairs and watch the Straits of Mackinac. Smell the geraniums, warm yourself in the sunshine and enjoy the views of Round Island Lighthouse. 

This painting is on its way to Mackinac's Little Gallery on Mackinac Island. They're located on Market Street and are a fantastic little gallery! Stop by and visit them on your trip to the Island! 

To purchase this painting contact Mackinac's Little Gallery at (906) 847-6400.

Also, tomorrow starts another Manna Food Project Art Auction! Be sure to check back and see the painting for the month of May tomorrow! 

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