Sailing Towards The Hills

"Sailing Towards The Hills" 

5"x5" Original Watercolor On Paper

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This is the last of these little guys for now. Moving on to other scenes. But I really like the hills in this one. I'm also happiest with these clouds. The balance just seems right.  

Also, might I suggest that these all look pretty darn good together? If you'd like to purchase all three message me at sarahtuleart@yahoo.com. I will cut you a deal! 

Sailing Between

"Sailing Between"

5"x5" Original Watercolor On Paper

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Another of my cloud studies. I really enjoy painting the sky over the lake. It reminds me of Northern Michigan where I grew up. 

Close To Shore

"Close To Shore" 

5"x5" Original Watercolor On Paper

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I've been practicing cloud shapes lately. I have always struggled with painting negative space because you have to think almost backwards. You need to plan the shape from the outside in and it has caused me to scrap many a painting. This one, however, I was pleased with! 

Sailing Into The Light

"Sailing Into The Light"

5"x7" Original Watercolor On Paper

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A friendly little sailboat, making it's way back home at sunset. 

This painting gave me a feeling of peace while working on it. The blending of the colors in the sky and the dancing light on the lake's surface just soothed me. So glad to live in Michigan, surrounded by all of this water! 

Also, if you're looking for a fun night out with some friends, how about learning watercolor? I'm teaching a class in St. John's Michigan on the 22nd! 

Come join us! 

Parallel The Coast

"Parallel The Coast" 

5"x7" Original Watercolor On Paper

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In Northern Michigan, in the summer, there is a familiar site out on the lakes; white sails that meander up and down the shoreline, visiting the small harbor towns. 

I love watching them from the beach, my toes buried in the sand and the breeze blowing around me. I could sit there for hours with my sketchbook. 

Purple Clouds

"Purple Clouds"

5"x7" Original Watercolor On Paper

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Hope you all had a marvelous long weekend! I know I did! 

Back to work in the studio now, however, and here is the first painting. What better way to spend these dog days of summer than by sailing at sunset? 

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Sailing

"Sailing"

8"x10" Original Acrylic On Canvas Panel 

                                           

I felt like doing something new so I ventured out and bought some new art supplies. I have to say, it was a lot of fun to push acrylic paint around rather than doing watercolor washes. Not that I'm through with watercolors, but every once in a while it's fun to mix things up. I find that it brings some excitement and freshness back to my work. 

This painting comes unframed. 

Miniatures

Mini series currently available at 

Northgoods in Petoskey 

I recently began painting itsy bitsy paintings. They are 2.5"x 3.5" and come matted to fit in a 5"x7" frame. So far all of them feature Little Traverse Bay here in Petoskey. 

I began painting them because when I cut down a sheet of watercolor paper for my other paintings I am always left with a scrap strip. In the past I have kept these strips for students to test colors on in my classes. Now that I have enough test strips to last me through the apocalypse I decided to do something else with them. Paint on them! 

It's fun to do because it's quick and you're forced to focus on one main subject. There isn't really room for more than that at this minuscule size. 

Grand Sailing

"Grand Sailing"

8"x10" original watercolor and pen on paper

$120

Available by emailing me at sarahtuleart@yahoo.com 

Here in Northern Michigan, we depend heavily on tourism. In the winters we have skiers and snowmobiles and in the summer we have sailors and campers and all manner of other outdoor enthusiasts. 

Mackinac Island is a popular destination for tourists. "Trapped" in the past, there are no motor vehicles on the island. It's only 9 miles in circumference and everyone gets around by walking, by bicycle or by horse. It's one of my favorite places to visit. 

The Grand Hotel is "the" place to stay. There are of course other beautiful bed and breakfasts and hotels but the Grand is quite luxurious. The promenade along the front is renowned for its gorgeous views. The gardens are overflowing with flowers and fountains. Its absolutely fabulous. 

Creative Block

"Sailing Sunset"

8"x10"

Watercolor on Paper

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For some, it must be hard to imagine that an artist can hit a block. I mean, come on, we "draw pictures all day" right? But some days, you walk into the studio, look at the empty sheet of paper and walk back out again. Nothing comes to you. Painting doesn't sound like fun. And there is that laundry that needs to be done...

Now, I'm not saying I'm one of those who waits around for inspiration to strike. If I did that I'd hardly have any finished paintings and I'd certainly never get a series together to do a show. So I try to force it. Sometimes, when I have no urge to create, I paint a sunset. 

It's simple: get something down on paper. A sunset to me is one of the easiest, most relaxing things to paint. Have you stared for long hours at sunsets? The sky is filled with colors each time the sun goes down. So you can really use which ever color strikes you! 

Once I get my sunset down, the urge to create becomes a little stronger. (Usually). Then I can move on to things I have planned and meet my deadlines. It's really all a matter of getting those creative juices flowing. 

One Last Sailboat Painting

"Summer Sailing"

8"x10"   Watercolor on Paper

$120

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Even though autumn is my favorite season I just wasn't ready to let go of summer yet. 

Sailing The Regatta

"Sailing The Regatta"

8"x10" matted to 11"x14"

$160.00

For sale through artist, 

to purchase either email me at sarahtuleart@yahoo.com or call at (248) 977-0732. 

The Red Fox Regatta, which is the subject of this painting, began back in the 1970's as a friendly social event between two local yacht clubs. Over the years things got a little more competitive and they began racing each other to the rendezvous point in Horton Bay on Lake Charlevoix, where they shared dinner at the Red Fox Inn. 

Now a days it is an annual event with sailors coming from all over the Great Lakes to participate. 

I enjoy watching the sailboats here in the summer. Seeing their white sails flapping on the bay only adds to the magic of living in this town. 

Tiles!

From left: "Bright and Sailing," and "Coming Around"

4x4" clay tiles

I have tiles for sale! 

Above are the two designs I currently have. They are 4"x4" and are made locally for me by Little Traverse Tileworks. Scratch proof, they are perfect for a new back splash, trivet, coasters or simply to display (there is a little notch cut in the back for hanging). 

Could make a great gift! 

The images are from original watercolor paintings that I did this summer of the sailboats out on Little Traverse Bay here in northern Michigan. 

If you'd like one (or more!) they are $15 each. Discounts possible on larger orders. 

Contact me by email at: sarahtuleart@yahoo.com or by phone at (248) 977-0732 to order. 

Sneak Peek- Glen Arbor Show

Ok! So now that my "new" computer is in working order here are a few images I intend to have at my upcoming show this weekend in Glen Arbor. I'd like to invite everyone to the opening reception on Friday evening. It's from 6-9pm at the Glen Arbor Art Association and I promise to have good food available!
I'll also be around from 10-5 on Saturday and 10-3 on Sunday if you are around for the weekend. I plan to be demo painting and would love to chat with you! 

"Let's Go Boating"

5"x7"

"Two Afloat"

5"x9"

Watching The World Float By
5"x7"
SOLD

                                                                       "Sunlit Sails"
                                                                           5"x7"

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Thunderhead

"Thunderhead"

5"x7"

A storm cloud rolls in over the dunes along Lake Michigan. Can you smell the rain coming?

This painting is for sale at Northgoods in downtown Petoskey. To purchase, contact them at (231) 347-1775. Alternatively, you can call me at (248) 977-0732 or email me at: sarahtuleart@yahoo.com 

    Also, 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. 

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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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Sailing Into The Sunset

"Sailing Into The Sunset"

5"x7"

Last night was the Gallery Walk in Petoskey and whew was it busy! Glad so many people came out!  Some happy person is now a proud owner of one of my sailing paintings after the prizes were handed out at Staffords. (I hope they like it!) 

This painting is for sale at Northgoods in downtown Petoskey. To purchase, contact them at (231) 347- 1775. Alternatively, you can call 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. 

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Petoskey Gallery Walk

"Sailing" 

11"x14"

SOLD 

Tonight is the annual "Gallery Walk" in downtown Petoskey! If you're in the area be sure to come tour the galleries for great wine, food and most importantly ART! Dozens of local artists will have their works available and will be out waiting to speak with you! Be sure to get all of the dots on your map covered so that when you get to Staffords at the end you have a good chance at winning some local art! (Including the above piece that I donated.) 

I'll be at Northgoods at 306 Howard Street with my watercolor paintings! Come see us! 

Tiles!

"At The End Of The Boardwalk"

4'x4" Tile

"Coming Around"

4'x4" Tile

"Bright and Sailing"

4"x4" Tile 

I'm proud to announce that I now have a line of sailing tiles!

 I was looking for a different way for people to have my work without buying wall art, so at the suggestion from Little Traverse Tileworks we turned some of my paintings into tiles. Pretty cool huh! 

The tiles are 4"x4" and are available for ordering. You can order multiples of one image or mix and match them!
For future reference for ordering these tile please see the updated "Tiles, Prints and Cards" tab at the top of the page.

To order contact me at (248) 977-0732 or email me at sarahtuleart@yahoo.com 

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April Manna Food Project Auction

It's April! Spring must be coming soon right? It's beginning to feel like it here...most days. 

This painting is for my April edition of my Manna Food Project art auction.

 At the beginning of every month I select one of my paintings, auction it off and donate 100% of the proceeds to Manna.  Manna feeds over 3,400 families a month here in Northern Michigan. To learn more about them and what they do, click here. 

To bid in the auction click here. 

The auction runs through the end of the week.

Alternatively, you can buy the painting outright for $50 by contacting me by email at sarahtuleart@yahoo.com or by calling me at (248) 977-0732. I'll still donate the $50. 

Thanks!