Pastel Sunrise #1

"Pastel Sunrise #1" 

5"x7" Original Watercolor On Paper

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I've been working on improving my skies lately. Which has led to a lot of fun experimenting. I really like the softness in this on and the strokes that stayed in the sky. Watercolor can be so much fun to work with! 

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Watching The Bay

"Watching The Bay" 

5"x7" Original Watercolor On Paper

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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? 

Cheboygan Crib Lighthouse

"Cheboygan Crib Light"

7"x5" Original Watercolor On Paper

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This cute little crib lighthouse sits at the mouth of the river in my hometown. In the summer, boaters come in from Lake Huron to travel the inland waterway and the beach is packed with swimmers. 

I was feeling a bit homesick so I painted this to help. It surprises me sometimes, how very much paintings are a result of emotion. 

Have A Great Weekend Everyone! 

Shadows On Mosquito Beach

"Shadows On Mosquito Beach"

7"x5" Original Watercolor On Paper

SOLD

Several years ago now, my father and I backpacked a section of the Pictured Rocks Lakeshore Trail in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. One particular morning we had our breakfast on Mosquito Beach (not nearly as terrible as it sounds!) and enjoyed the view of Lake Superior. 

I was digging through my photo references and found this scene from that particular morning. It's been 8 or 9 years now, almost to the day, that we made that trip and I was first inspired to paint this.

Have A Marvelous Labor Day Weekend Everyone!

Autumn Lakeshore Miniature

"Autumn Lakeshore"

3.5"x2.5" Original Miniature Watercolor

Available At Northgoods In Petoskey

I had a great time spending the weekend with my sister! We always laugh a lot and find fun things to do. I miss her when she's not around. 

This week I plan to get back to my Starry Animals series and work on some larger pieces. In the mean time, enjoy this little snippet of life on the lake in autumn. 

If you haven't entered my art giveaway, be sure to check it out! 

See previous post for details!

Couples Paradise

"Couples Paradise"

2.5"x3.5" Original Miniature Watercolor

Available At Northgoods In Petoskey

A happy couple enjoying a picnic on the beach. This is one of my favorite dates!

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! 

Thank You!

"Roxanne" 

8"x10" Original Watercolor And Pen On Paper 

SOLD 

A GREAT HUGE, MARVELOUS THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO HELPED US OUT!!! WE GREATLY APPRECIATE THE GESTURE!!! 

Above is one of the commission projects I recently received. Pet portraits can be a great way to remember your beloved furry friends. I had a lot of fun painting this one, it's quite unlike any of the pet portraits I've done before. 

Beach Party

"Beach Party Miniature"

2.5"x3.5" Original Watercolor And Pen On Paper 

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 I've been longing for the return of summer (it snowed here yesterday) and have been painting scenes of a summer on the lake. This one is from a beach gathering with friends a few years back. 

                     Don't forget to check out my new gallery on Daily Paintworks!

Also, I'm headed to Republic to teach a watercolors beginners class on clouds on Monday. If you'd like to join us please contact the Park City Art Gallery at (906) 376-2360. All materials are supplied! 

Have A Great Weekend! 

Beach Path Mini

"Beach Path Mini"

2.5"x3.5" Original Watercolor And Pen On Paper

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I'm proud to say I've rejoined DailyPaintworks! 

It's a great site with a wonderful artist community and I'm glad to be a part of it. There is a widget in the margin on the right side of the screen that will take you to my available paintings. There aren't very many right now but be sure to check back often as I'll keep adding to it! 

Beach Path

"Beach Path" 

5"x7" Original Watercolor and Pen 

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Who doesn't love a day at the beach? 

This painting is from several of my reference pictures from the Sturgeon Bay Dunes area along Lake Michigan. 

Beach Friends

"Beach Friends"

5"x7" Original Watercolor And Pen On Paper

                                            

A problem some of us are struggling with here in Northern Michigan. It's 80+ degrees out but the lakes are still too cold to swim in. So instead we pack up a bag and head to the beach to stare longingly at the water.

Soon enough! 

Michigan Shoreline

"Michigan Lakeshore"

5"x7" original watercolor on paper

Available at Northgoods in Petoskey

After a busy few weeks, I'm finally back to painting! 

First up...a view of Lake Michigan's shoreline in the summer. I needed to paint a summer scene, something with lots of color. Winter is getting to me. I'm sick and tired of cleaning off my car every morning, of freezing fingers and runny noses. Of chapped lips and wet footprints tracked across the apartment. I know, I know....it's Northern Michigan in January. What did I think the weather was going to be like? Right? Ah well, I still miss the summer sunshine and the warmth of it on my skin. THREE MORE MONTHS!

 (I hope...) 

In the mean time I suppose I'll have to be content with painting scenes like this and imagining I'm on the beach, toes in the sand, a bag of Sun Chips and an ice cold Coke in my hand. Can't you almost hear the waves? 

End Of A Beach Day

"End Of A Beach Day"

5"x7" watercolor on paper

$35

Available by clicking here. 

After all those winter paintings I've been doing it was time for something a little warmer. This family is wrapping up a fantastic day at the beach by watching a beautiful sunset. 

From now until Christmas my paintings are all reduced in price. If you're interested in purchasing I have them all listed on Daily Paintworks. You can find me on there by clicking on the little slideshow in the side bar to the right or by clicking here. 

Have a great weekend!

Beach Combing

"Lake Michigan Treasure Hunt"

5"x7"

When you visit Petoskey you'll probably find several people walking the beaches looking for a Petoskey Stone. It's a popular past time here and it's always a thrill to find one of your very own. I've found a few in my lifetime and I have some of them sitting on the desk where I paint. It's a nice reminder of summer when the winter snow seems to stay forever. 

Today is the Plein Air Paint Out in Glen Arbor! Dozens of artists are crawling all over Leelanau County looking for that perfect scene to paint! Come out and see what we accomplished this afternoon at the wet painting sale tonight! It's from 5:30-7:30 at the Glen Arbor Art Association. 

Also, I'm teaching a beginner's watercolor class on Wednesday, August 14th. It's a morning class as I've had a few people want to take it but they couldn't do the afternoon. It's at the Cycling Salamander in Charlevoix from 9:30 am-12. If you'd like to join us contact the gallery at 231-838-6460. Cost is $50/person. All materials are provided so you don't have to do anything but show up! 

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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Sturgeon Bay Dunes

"Sturgeon Bay Dunes"

5"x7"

When I was in high school I worked out at Wilderness State Park near Mackinaw City. The park is quite large and there's actually a few sections to it. One of my favorite places was the dunes out at Sturgeon Bay. It's a fantastic beach and I've frequented it since I was very little. It's all sand and it's not too shallow and not too deep. Perfection. I highly recommend it if you're looking for a place to go this summer. 

This painting is for sale at the Cycling Salamander Gallery in Charlevoix. To purchase, contact them at (231) 838-6460. 

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Waves By Charlevoix

"Waves By Charlevoix"

5"x7"

The beach by Charlevoix Lighthouse is a popular place to swim in the summer. I always like to go when there are some good waves rolling in, it's fun (and quite a workout!) to jump in them. This painting is for sale at the Cycling Salamander Gallery in Charlevoix. Call them at (231) 838-6460 to purchase. 

In personal news:

Yesterday was my husband's birthday. We got to spend the day together and had a cook out for dinner. It was great! 

A Couple Reminders: 

1.) Less than a week to sign up for my beginner's watercolor workshop at the Cycling Salamander Gallery! Contact me at (248) 977-0732 or send me an email at: sarahtuleart@yahoo.com to register!

2.) My work is on exhibit at the Tromblay Salon in Kalamazoo through the end of the month! Be sure to check it out! 

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Warrior

The fourth in my yoga series. I've been having a lot of fun painting these. It's a great exercise in painting figures and I've been loving using cheerful color schemes. 

This is the Warrior Pose. 

To purchase, bid in the Daily Paintworks Auction by clicking here. Alternatively, you can email me at sarahtuleart@yahoo.com or call me at (248) 977-0732. 

If you'd like to purchase the yoga paintings as a set, contact me a we can work out a discount price! 

Upward Dog

The third in my yoga pose series. "Upward Dog."

Yoga is full of beneficial and therapeutic uses. It's also a kick butt morning routine! 

To purchase this painting bid in the Daily Paintworks Auction by clicking here. Alternatively, you can email me at sarahtuleart@yahoo.com or call me at (248) 977-0732. 

As I've previously mentioned, if you'd like to purchase my yoga series as a set simply contact me and we'll work out a discount price. 

♥   HAPPY VALENTINES DAY!   ♥