tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-56830145103559098102024-03-13T08:57:12.318-07:00Barbara NoonanDo what you love.... Love what you do!Barbara Noonanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00499273609826221994noreply@blogger.comBlogger80125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5683014510355909810.post-19162939687074896442017-05-28T08:58:00.001-07:002017-05-28T08:58:03.109-07:00Plein Aire Pastel Painting in Seattle<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Artists are out there capturing the light in all parts of the Northwest. (especially me this year).<br />
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Keep an eye out for that easel by the side of the road and approach carefully.<br />
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My thanks to the gentlemen who rode by me, and delivered back a cup of coffee.<br />
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That's a generous treat.<br />
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This collection will be exhibited at my studio.... Cheers!<br />
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www.MorninNoonanNight.comBarbara Noonanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00499273609826221994noreply@blogger.com0Seattle, WA, USA47.6062095 -122.332070847.2636695 -122.9775178 47.9487495 -121.68662379999999tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5683014510355909810.post-33001702984127268452014-05-13T13:21:00.001-07:002014-05-13T13:34:40.100-07:00Pastel Painting Workshops on Orcas Island in July 2014<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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If you are thinking of ways to enjoy the Summer in the Pacific Northwest and wanted to take a Pastel Painting workshop, this is a great year to do so.</div>
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Orcas Art Studios invited me to teach two workshops in July and I'm thrilled. </div>
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Get out of that studio, off the chair, away from the TV and stop mowing the grass. Come explore and enjoy the island and take a creative workshop. You won't regret it. </div>
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Barbara Noonanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00499273609826221994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5683014510355909810.post-9541738217412058252014-03-15T08:27:00.000-07:002014-03-15T08:27:06.654-07:00How I spent Pi Day in 2014 with Spring FeverSeattle is warm at the moment and allowed me to paint outdoors near my studio Friday afternoon. Though my location is the perfect spot for attracting art enthusiasts, students and visiting artists, it's not always picturesque.<div>
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What's a plein aire painter to do? Well paint what you can... Cherry Pie of course!!! So I set up the easel, brought out the pie and here are some of the works.</div>
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Eventually that turns to the sport of the season.... Baseball.... Right?</div>
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When you've had enough sun, you move indoors and this happens...</div>
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And finally this... but not before you share most of the pie with friends....</div>
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You can't afford to miss this inventory reduction sale. I'm amidst fundraising for a workshop in Taos, New Mexico this spring and I've been working extra hard to raise the necessary funds.<br />
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Paintings on sale are original works and some graphite sketches are include with the pastel paintings.<br />
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Art Walk Night - Pioneer Square Mornin Noonan Night Studio 5-9pm Feb 6, 2014<br />
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ORIGINAL ART MAKES GREAT VALENTINE'S DAY GIFTS!!!<br />
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Consider buying a Gift Certificate for art classes. I teach, offer critique sessions and also workshops on Chronicling Accomplishments. These are gifts either for yourself or your loved one to get them going in their field.<br />
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<b>SEATTLE ARTIST PAINTS IN SEAHAWKS COLORS…</b><br />While title of the art predicts the win….<br /><br />Barbara Noonan of <a class="profileLink" data-hovercard="/ajax/hovercard/page.php?id=139704466103981" href="https://www.facebook.com/MorninNoonanNight" style="color: #3b5998; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: none;">Mornin Noonan Night Studios</a> has been painting in deep blues and rich greens for years but this collection of works may be something fans will want to collect for a true souvenir. <b>LET IT BE SO</b> is the title of one piece painted in Soft Pastel over an acrylic wash on paper. 10.5" x 10.5"<br /><span class="text_exposed_show" style="display: inline;"><br />Other works include <b>FORMULATE</b> 28" x 28", seen here, showing the power of those greens and blues that are spread across the city.<br /><br />You can purchase these and more of Barbara's paintings at her Pioneer Square Studio. First Thursday Art Walk is one option, Feb 6th. or you may wish to visit this Saturday, Feb 1, 2014 12-5pm.<br /><br />Hmm… since she's located at 312 S. Washington St, does that count as "12" artist?<br /></span></div>
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Barbara Noonanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00499273609826221994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5683014510355909810.post-4633903376859577482014-01-29T13:39:00.005-08:002014-01-29T13:39:52.415-08:00A glimpse of spring….<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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January in Seattle affords us a glimpse of spring if you go to the grocery stores or floral shops. Garden daffodils are already pushed up 6" in many parts of the city during this mild winter. <br />
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If you are looking to set up a still life to paint or just buying a bouquet, may you find some interesting compositional elements as well as bold bright colors for your floral selection. Trust me they make the winter easier!<br />
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This painting along with many others will be available for sale at my <b>Pioneer Square Art Walk, </b><b>February 6th 5-9pm</b><br />
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In January I created a buying frenzy and have sold over 40 paintings of all different sizes. My goal is to fundraise a trip to Taos, New Mexico for a workshop I hope to attend.<br />
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If you've made a purchase already - thank you. If not, come on down. There are lot of gems priced quite reasonably and I think everyone needs an original piece of art in 2014… don't you? See you soon!<br />
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Barbara Noonan<br />
Mornin Noonan Night Studios<br />
312 S. Washington St. 2B<br />
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<br />Barbara Noonanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00499273609826221994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5683014510355909810.post-19064759272712199172013-07-24T10:24:00.001-07:002013-07-24T10:24:12.432-07:00Summer PonderingHappy Summer,<br />
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I've been remiss in posting for a full year in this location but welcome you to my web site at<br />
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Those of you who are familiar with my work may find the following interesting...<br />
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I now spend 50-60 hours a week focused on painting and the business promotion of my art career.<br />
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I have painted appx. 70 pieces of work this year already and though many have ended up being tossed for poor quality, I'm thrilled with all I've done. What is true for me is that my skills improve the more I paint.<br />
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Today I will be outdoors with my student who comes in annually from NY. We will focus on buildings but truthfully, anything that strikes the eye is always good.<br />
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Awards continue to come in and sales as well and if there is something you find on my website that tickles your fancy, please let me know.<br />
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Barb<br />
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<br />Barbara Noonanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00499273609826221994noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5683014510355909810.post-87945643885307497802012-08-29T18:37:00.001-07:002012-08-29T18:37:46.291-07:00Thoughts on feathers: Swallows in Flight #1Like this one very much Chris!<br />
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It's summer time.... celebrate.... go outdoors and capture those summer blooms....<br />
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All are done on location... the deck... from life... with a glass of iced tea!<br />
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Happy 4th of July week,<br />
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As many of you know, I'm a member of the most prestigious Women Painters of Washington art group and since our gallery is located in downtown Seattle, we get visitors from all over the country and world. 701 Fifth Avenue, Suite 310, Seattle, WA (Inside the Columbia Center Tower).<br />
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If you have friends visiting Seattle, they may go to the top of our building, the 73rd floor, and enjoy the observation deck - the highest spot in the city. Be sure to tell them to take the escalator down one more floor to the 3rd level and come visit us. <br />
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Currently there are painting from 50 members on exhibit. <br />
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On July 17th, a new show will be on exhibit and I have will have some of my more recent work in that show as well. Hope you can make it. We are open 11-4pm M-F. <br />
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Barb<br />
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PS: My studio is 4 blocks away...<br />
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I bring you a painting of Mount Rainier from last evening. Seattle's good days of warm temps, sunshine till 830pm and views of the mountain inspired this piece. At the lake from 4pm on I was able to wait till the "glow" happened. there were many pieces in addition to this that didn't quite work, but whenever I can paint en plein aire without bugs... or sunburn... I'm a happy artist.<br />
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Note the colors and layers....Barbara Noonanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00499273609826221994noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5683014510355909810.post-1774579088247796012012-06-06T13:24:00.004-07:002012-06-06T13:24:53.889-07:00Art Walk First ThursdayI've been very busy at the easel this month and I hope you will find time to view my latest series I'm calling... "Distillations". Some are promised for a Gallery Show in Olympia in August but most will be for sale. Please celebrate with me!<br />
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June 7, 2012<br />
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5:00pm - 9:00pmBarbara Noonanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00499273609826221994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5683014510355909810.post-2119003746094196992012-05-21T08:34:00.002-07:002012-05-21T08:34:25.753-07:00Where to buy original art in Seattle<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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Dear friends, if you know anyone coming through Seattle on a cruise to Alaska, you know you can send them to my studio - right? Share this posting - Share this blog... spread the word.<br />
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My studio is located in Pioneer Square and the Tashiro Kaplan Building, and is filled with talented working artists. We create, plan, write and paint here.<br />
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Make the investment and support an artist. <br />
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<br />Barbara Noonanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00499273609826221994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5683014510355909810.post-44932848708918469222012-05-19T16:58:00.001-07:002012-05-19T16:58:48.728-07:00Time for distillations....<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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The title of the post refers to the painting which is part of a new series I'm thrilled to be working my way through. I love landscapes and yet I'm finding that like a good author... it's time to head for the haikus and leave dear ol' Michener behind. Much as I truly enjoy all the phases of painting I dive into, this series is truly beckoning.<br />
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Most of the comes from my heart to my hand. Thanks for joining me... Barb<br />
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<br />Barbara Noonanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00499273609826221994noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5683014510355909810.post-30358828054894327482012-03-24T08:43:00.003-07:002012-03-24T08:53:12.641-07:00SPLASH - upcoming show!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-vTfQ4hlaqrI/T23sp-MZYmI/AAAAAAAAASo/qvhLiTz1H5g/s1600/IMGP0730_2.JPG"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 200px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-vTfQ4hlaqrI/T23sp-MZYmI/AAAAAAAAASo/qvhLiTz1H5g/s200/IMGP0730_2.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5723490907271553634" /></a><br /><br />I will be participating in an art show entitled "Splash: Art at the Museum" - a live and silent auction held in Gig Harbor, Washington. <br /><br />This year’s Splash event is on April 28, 2012. <br /><br />An array of diversified art will highlight sculpture, painting, hand-blown and fused glass, jewelry, wood, wearable art, and mixed media textile. Among shown art is a signed lithograph by Dale <span style="font-weight:bold;">Chihuly</span>, a <span style="font-weight:bold;">Barbara Noonan</span> pastel, a Barry <span style="font-weight:bold;">Connolly</span> painting, a Lisa <span style="font-weight:bold;">Stirrett</span> glass cairn, Lellah Hamilton jewelry, fused, stitched textile by Barbara Lee <span style="font-weight:bold;">Smith</span> … in all 57 works of art.<br /><br /><br />Tickets for this event are $25 for members and $35 for non-members. They are available online at www.harborhistorymuseum.org and www.Splashartauction.org or at the Museum’s Box Office.<br /><br />For further details contact:<br />Tami McDaniel, Director of Development, Harbor History Museum<br />(253) 858-6722 <br />tami@harborhistorymuseum.orgBarbara Noonanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00499273609826221994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5683014510355909810.post-71926697478721190742012-03-24T08:39:00.003-07:002012-03-24T08:43:22.745-07:00ROOSTERS? DID YOU SAY YOU WANTED A ROOSTER?<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-MZs6EEgYinM/T23rZ1EuCWI/AAAAAAAAASc/90IrSQcAm0E/s1600/image001.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 154px; height: 200px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-MZs6EEgYinM/T23rZ1EuCWI/AAAAAAAAASc/90IrSQcAm0E/s200/image001.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5723489530433898850" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-E8gPCV-DAGk/T23rESCa7GI/AAAAAAAAASQ/IYxGMgcWmtw/s1600/IMG_3775.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 146px; height: 200px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-E8gPCV-DAGk/T23rESCa7GI/AAAAAAAAASQ/IYxGMgcWmtw/s200/IMG_3775.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5723489160251763810" /></a><br /><br /><br />Well it's been a busy time in the studio this week. The roosters are clucking and the tulips are popping - as I prepare for shows in Skagit Valley and Madison Valley. All great things ahead.<br /><br />Stay tuned - there's more to come...Barbara Noonanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00499273609826221994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5683014510355909810.post-66012381114939115032011-12-03T11:34:00.000-08:002011-12-03T11:38:14.770-08:00Studio Open 12-5pm Saturday Dec 3rd<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-gmQImBL_If4/Ttp6bV0Q3BI/AAAAAAAAARY/KknL5bUfCbs/s1600/winter%2Bscene.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 146px; height: 200px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-gmQImBL_If4/Ttp6bV0Q3BI/AAAAAAAAARY/KknL5bUfCbs/s200/winter%2Bscene.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5681988490012711954" /></a><br />Hello there,<br /><br />After attending the Figgy Pudding Christmas Carol competition in Seattle last night, I'm in the spirit! I hope you can find your way to the downtown area to check out the lights, the trees and the fine LOCAL SHOPPING.<br /><br />At the Tashiro Kaplan Studios and Galleries we have approximately 15 venues for you to walk through and enjoy the art and become inspired. I will be painting today in preparation for another show in W. Seattle tomorrow.<br /><br /><br />Hope to see you! BarbBarbara Noonanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00499273609826221994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5683014510355909810.post-52102581690162682212011-11-17T18:17:00.001-08:002011-11-17T18:18:04.098-08:00Shop Local<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Ho8QaVSzoK4/TsXAS5W7uxI/AAAAAAAAAQw/0Ma6g5pNpLI/s1600/tumblr_lumrlbPj0f1qdzq7ho1_500.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 132px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Ho8QaVSzoK4/TsXAS5W7uxI/AAAAAAAAAQw/0Ma6g5pNpLI/s200/tumblr_lumrlbPj0f1qdzq7ho1_500.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5676154336237566738" /></a>Barbara Noonanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00499273609826221994noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5683014510355909810.post-18037115818619836882011-11-11T08:22:00.001-08:002011-11-11T08:22:43.031-08:00West Seattle Art Walk<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-WEtnslGbIVY/Tr1LzvAWFKI/AAAAAAAAAQc/EACObif4WSo/s1600/CP1110.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 84px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-WEtnslGbIVY/Tr1LzvAWFKI/AAAAAAAAAQc/EACObif4WSo/s200/CP1110.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5673774457720018082" /></a><br /><br /><br />I was honored to participate in the West Seattle Art Walk last night at C&P Coffee House in West Seattle. What a location for great music, wine tasting, artwork and a lovely warm atmosphere. The hosts served us wine samples, provided delicious snacks and I found myself dancing in my seat at the easel as the music played.<br /><br />I highly recommend C&P for shows and a great place to enjoy a great evening. They have art classes here, music, meetings and serve a fine mocha!!!<br /><br />Cheers! BarbBarbara Noonanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00499273609826221994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5683014510355909810.post-31340692779349172092011-11-10T11:23:00.000-08:002011-11-10T11:25:14.710-08:00Looking this way and that<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-0sMsyvNjgtM/TrwlFeI6PuI/AAAAAAAAAPw/aGl_m5OCew8/s1600/easel.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 152px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-0sMsyvNjgtM/TrwlFeI6PuI/AAAAAAAAAPw/aGl_m5OCew8/s200/easel.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5673450406499991266" /></a><br />I was recently inspired by an artist who spends hours working plein aire and just absorbs the "soup" of the day. the colors... the atmosphere... the wind.... and I thought how important this is.<br /><br />I love painting from life and often have that opportunity when the weather is good. Today I hope to do that but for now... here's a studio piece.<br /><br />I want it to be about the design elements and shapes....<br /><br />Thoughts?<br /><br />BarbBarbara Noonanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00499273609826221994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5683014510355909810.post-10076688694340388272011-09-08T09:11:00.000-07:002011-09-08T09:13:08.470-07:00Madison Park Art Walk - see you tomorrow night<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-TRF99eTlwa0/Tmjpg8iVzKI/AAAAAAAAAOk/7pxrBoWKQhk/s1600/mp2.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 154px; height: 200px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-TRF99eTlwa0/Tmjpg8iVzKI/AAAAAAAAAOk/7pxrBoWKQhk/s200/mp2.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5650022484751535266" /></a>Barbara Noonanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00499273609826221994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5683014510355909810.post-18701961148445953572011-09-06T08:11:00.001-07:002011-09-06T08:12:09.291-07:00Here is a close up of the painting<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZbFSwEhHv-M/TmY4RasTyvI/AAAAAAAAAOc/O4JE0tPpALA/s1600/sandman.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 134px; height: 200px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZbFSwEhHv-M/TmY4RasTyvI/AAAAAAAAAOc/O4JE0tPpALA/s200/sandman.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5649264654456965874" /></a><br />Sand Man Tug BoatBarbara Noonanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00499273609826221994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5683014510355909810.post-78784681789676964622011-09-06T08:06:00.000-07:002011-09-06T08:10:14.476-07:00Glorious NW weather and tug boats<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Wy2B6kyCX7U/TmY3bgQzBDI/AAAAAAAAAOU/yEaaWXaNJUg/s1600/sandmansetup.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 134px; height: 200px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Wy2B6kyCX7U/TmY3bgQzBDI/AAAAAAAAAOU/yEaaWXaNJUg/s200/sandmansetup.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5649263728239248434" /></a><br />I spent Saturday at Open Harbor Days in Olympia, Washington and though I wasn't technically plein aire painting, I was sunburning my legs as I did this work. The tug boat races happened on Sunday but Saturday the crowds were invited aboard the boats at they sat dockside.<br /><br />Me... i tried a few from life and then returned to the easel with one of my reference images.<br /><br /><br />I hope you'll visit Childhood's End Gallery where you can this painting and more of my work for sale!<br /><br />Cheers, BarbBarbara Noonanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00499273609826221994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5683014510355909810.post-34061310233393779542011-08-31T13:19:00.000-07:002011-08-31T13:20:44.227-07:00Painting to Live Living to Paint<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-a-zBR5n0Sm0/Tl6XjvgQ4zI/AAAAAAAAAOM/817pzOJrcho/s1600/in%2Bprocess.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 150px; height: 200px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-a-zBR5n0Sm0/Tl6XjvgQ4zI/AAAAAAAAAOM/817pzOJrcho/s200/in%2Bprocess.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5647117623072187186" /></a>
<br />SEPTEMBER 2011
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<br />In the past month I attended a memorial service for yet another close friend/artist, who’s life was taken far too early. I told myself I’d paint daily or at least attempt to. If not for me, but to see and paint what she won’t be able to....
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<br />Since August 4th, I’ve painted, 30 paintings.... many outdoors en Plein Aire (in fresh air) from a dock, a farm, the back of a bowling alley, the back of an urban alley and even at the cow pasture. I’ve experienced bugs, sunburns, wind, listened to jets, eagles, waves and even fog horns.
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<br />My scratched legs looks like a 4 yr old with all the black berry bushes I’ve picked through and I couldn’t be happier. I’ve sold 8 paintings and 1 commissioned piece. There are 925 photos for reference images when it starts to rain.
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<br />There is something about passion and love in my creative process. I hope you find a bit of both in my work.
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<br />Thanks for coming to my studio. Barb Noonan
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<br />I miss you Debbie..... Bob.... Shirrell.... Mike..... Barbara Noonanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00499273609826221994noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5683014510355909810.post-3021325692924532162011-08-20T08:30:00.000-07:002011-08-20T08:32:37.084-07:00Plein Aire time<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-24DVYVcEm48/Tk_TejuI88I/AAAAAAAAAOE/_YDcHd3ta9s/s1600/IMGP4021.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 165px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-24DVYVcEm48/Tk_TejuI88I/AAAAAAAAAOE/_YDcHd3ta9s/s200/IMGP4021.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5642961380056822722" /></a>
<br />It's that glorious time of the year in Seattle and the Northwest when the weather is just right and you have to spend as much time painting outdoors as the light and hours permit.<div>
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