Sheryl Brown Art

Order Fine Art Giclee's in bulk for your early sign-up's

2010-05-23T05:39:00.000-07:00

Notice here, the first of "Rainbow Splash Evolving" - you'll see the next one in a few days.

We're humming along now in getting plans under way for a high tech WordPress blog for www.SherylBrownArt.com . I see creating galleries of my paintings to be put up so it will be easier for you to see what is available. And we'll have a sign up box for a "Free Taste" and Updates when new art becomes available.

There will be options for you to propose your own ideas for pictures to be commissioned, or at least to put a bug in my ear about the color combo's you'd love, and examples of the style of painting you'd like. I won't guarantee to be able to read your mind, but I'm sure something interesting will come of it. If it's not exactly to your liking, you are under no obligation to buy it. It will all be part of the Great Adventure - or shall I say the Great Experiment!?

And for coaches and speakers, I will be creating a sales page where you can see how to order these Fine Art Giclee reproductions in bulk (to save you money) to use as bonuses for your early deciders in programs you are offering. You'd be surprised how many people are drooling over Sheryl Brown Art, and can't wait to have one of their own to hang on their office wall to inspire their writing or other creativity.

There's also a healing effect for many people. These are not just some cool works of art - they are each unique expressions of emotion, color and movement. See which ones move you the most. And don't forget, I absolutely LOVE feedback.

Call me at 425 652-1413
or email sunraysheryl@gmail.com

"Rainbow Splash"

2010-05-17T22:26:00.000-07:00

Here's "Rainbow Splash," which I'd been promising for awhile now. (It was sitting and deciding whether it needed more paint on it or not! ;D)

You'll enjoy this selection from my preview collection, but it will look even better once I get Scott Moore of Bellevue Fine Art Reproduction to scan it professionally.

If this is one you'd like hanging on your wall as a Fine Art Giclee reproduction, just give me a call or email, and I can take your order. While I now have PayPal set up here on my blog, so far it only gives 10 options. So I chose the most popular 10 of the 20 already in my Giclee Library. Check out the drop down menu on the Add to Cart button! So cool!

More later!

PS Remember to call me at 425 652-1413 or email me at sunraysheryl@gmail.com with your selection or request.

PPS And remember that any of my paintings are fair game to be added to the Giclee Library. I also paint with any color combination you suggest, so keep those ideas flowing! Follow Sheryl Brown Art on Facebook and add your feedback, or make a comment here on my art blog. Thanks bunches!

New Order Button right here on Sheryl Brown Art blog!

2010-05-11T21:45:00.000-07:00

Oh baby! I figured out how to configure some Paypal code to create a button to order art straight off my art blog here, hoorayyyy!! Slightly overdue, I'm sure....

Only thing is, I could only put 10 paintings for you to choose from in the drop down box, but no worries there. You can tell me over the phone or email the one you really want.

Actually, now that I think of it, there is supposed to be a comment box where you can write your two bits. You can still use the PayPal feature - just make a selection to match the format and price you want. And I'll be sure to confirm the art you want before I send it.

Anything you see on my website is fair game. Though I already have 20 selections already scanned and ready to go (and many of those in stock), it is fairly easy for me to take new ones down the road to my repro guy, Scott's place and get them professionally scanned. It would just add some days to the turn-around time.

So, order now, and let me know your experience. Hopefully, it will be smooth as silk! Be sure to leave some comments in the comment box, including your phone number so I can keep you apprised of the progress of your order.

While I do have a fair number of fine art giclee reproductions in stock at the moment, that will fluctuate from one week to the next, depending on the orders I receive. If I don't have it in stock, it probably won't take that long to order (unless Scott is on vacation!).

Come visit me on my Sheryl Brown Art page on Facebook! You don't have to be on Facebook to see it.

http://www.facebook.com/SherylBrownArt (For some reason this link in the post is not working, but the one in the column to the right IS working =========> )

See you there!!

PS Oh, and I do take Visa/Mastercard debit/credit cards over the phone if you don't want to use PayPal.

"Sage Rabbit"

2010-02-24T16:04:00.000-08:00

Here's an action shot for you - check out "Sage Rabbit" as she flies right off the canvas into the land of sage-ness, or shall I say.. sagacity?

(Try that one in dictionary.com - you'll like it! )

Sunny in Seattle 2 Day Sale!

2010-02-20T20:33:00.000-08:00

Sunny in Seattle 2 Day Sale!

If you have been waiting to purchase Sheryl Brown Art, this is your chance for an unheard of 'steal of a deal!' Fine art giclee reproductions of Sheryl Brown Art are 50% off for this very limited time only. Limited to stock on hand. I pay shipping for the first 5 buyers.

Pictured here are the 4 available as 8" by 10" gallery wrapped canvas. What this means is, the canvas is stretched over a wooden frame with the picture extending over the sides - no need to frame! This is what the originals look like. (You might be surprised to hear I hang mine on push pins!)

At the top is "Calm in the Storm." Many people find this one healing and meditative. Next is "The Georgia Eye" for you aqua lovers. "Chakra Shower" continues to be a real favorite for many. And "Power over the Land" shines its light even more vibrantly up close and personal.

My total inventory includes the 20 you'll find in the photo album on my Facebook Fan page at www.facebook.com/sherylbrownart - I have one or more of most at the moment. Choose your favorite now and give me a call at 425 652-1413 or email me at sunraysheryl@gmail.com . (Be sure to let me know your 2nd and 3rd choices.) Available on fine art paper or canvas.

Sale ends Monday night just as the clock strikes midnight - watch out for losing your glass shoe!

"Looks Like Love" is in the pink!

2010-02-17T22:39:00.000-08:00

"Looks Like Love" is a new acrylic painting I did a few days ago on 8" by 10" canvas.

Let me know what you see in this - what shapes or impressions occur to you?

Always love your feedback!

"Chakra Mountain"

2010-02-01T16:32:00.000-08:00

Here's "Chakra Mountain" which I painted especially by request of my friend, Lisa.

It would be awesome to hear/read what you think of this one. Right now I'm hanging it right next to "Chakra Shower" and "Chakra Dance" in my stair hallway. I just love looking at them as a set!

(PS I'm staring to run out of wall space!! I wonder what it would be like to live in an art gallery, hmmmmm.....)

[t]Sunami Sue!

2010-01-28T14:58:00.000-08:00

Here's one for [t]Sunami Sue! Sue is one of my CMMS (Certified Money, Marketing & Soul) Coach buddies.

If you have ever been in one of Sue's programs, you know how brilliant she is.

And if you haven't, watch out - she's one [t]Sunami for your success! Find details of her [t]Sunami Of Success™ Program at http://www.suecrutcher.com

PS I would love to hear your feedback on how this painting strikes you (no pun intended!). Do you find it mellow and blissful, or full of momentum?

2009-12-31T05:24:00.001-08:00

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Something New For Christmas

2009-12-25T22:19:00.000-08:00

Just a quick little Christmas greeting to add to this new painting that came into being this afternoon. I've christened it "Earth and Sky."

Sending love and joy your way - may your time be filled with deep and meaningful connections!

PS - If this looks somewhat familiar, you're right! Let me know your thoughts....

What I did Sunday afternoon...

2009-11-09T02:33:00.000-08:00

Here's what I did Sunday afternoon.. I painted all afternoon in peace and quiet!

While thinking about what would make a good name for this new painting, I realized I had used darkish colors, but now here was a sun-like orb. I wanted to leave it marigolden, but still be the moon.

As I pondered on what would make the moon look like a ball of fire, the phrase, "the Moon on Fire" came to me. I eventually finetuned the name to "Moonbeams on Fire."

This particular photo is taken with my cell phone camera after dark. The flash has exaggerated the shine of the paint and the brightness of the moonbeams, so this rendition is not exactly accurate, but it certainly is interesting! Later on I'll take one during daylight hours (which are more scarce these days...!) and post it here.

Don't forget to join my fan page on Facebook to keep up with the latest!

http://www.facebook.com/sherylbrownart

www.facebook.com/sherylbrownart Prize Winner Announced!

2009-11-03T01:49:00.000-08:00

I am so pleased to announce our winner - Zara Shea!

Zara's name was drawn in October's drawing for a free 8" by 10" Sheryl Brown Art Giclee Reproduction.

This is the painting that has kept her intrigued, and which will soon be on her wall... "Eye of God"

Join us on Facebook to be kept apprised of new Sheryl Brown Art, future drawings and other happenings that might just surprise you!

Here's the link to my Facebook fan page for Sheryl Brown Art. See you there!

http://www.facebook.com/sherylbrownart

Sheryl Brown Art Got Podcasted!! from Cyprus to Seattle

2009-09-17T01:56:00.000-07:00

I'm so pleased to be featured on my Facebook friend Debbie William's Artist's Corner on her podcast website. You can also find her on Twitter as @DebsGW.

We interviewed by phone from Cyprus to Seattle with a great connection (ie no static!) and had a lot of fun doing it! Even found a time that worked for both of us! You can hear it here!

http://www.bizpodcasts.com/

PS If you're local, I'm having one of my Famous Impromptu Art Shows this Friday in Issaquah, just east of Seattle on I-90.

We're going from 3pm to 7pm - come join us, or share the word with any folks you think might want to know.

And you're welcome to recommend my Facebook art fan page to your friends - they'll get updates about events and new art by becoming a "fan. "

http://www.tinyurl.com/sherylbrownartpage

(..and what's an art blog post without a bit o' color..?
Here's "Cloud Dance" for ya....)

Deb's Delight - Taking in "Peaceful Pastels"

2009-08-29T15:26:00.000-07:00

This testimonial from Deb Korte speaks for itself!

"Every time I saw Sheryl's "Peaceful Pastels" in her sample book I immediately let out a huge relaxing sigh. After it having the same effect over and over again, I knew I needed to purchase it. I now have it on the wall directly above my nightstand so when I walk towards my bed in the evening, I see it, and have a nice relaxing sigh as I pull back the covers. What a lovely way to color my dreams. Thank you Sheryl!!"

Thank you so much, Deb - makes me take a deep breath and feel peaceful just reading your words!

Rave Review from Betty Powell!

2009-07-23T02:40:00.000-07:00

Hey y'all,

Got this most delightful email from Betty Powell, one of my recent art customers, and thought I'd share it here.

(She chose "Chakra Dance" on canvas.)

Here's what Betty had to say:

I am so happy with your beautiful painting that I feel
my chakras are dancing!

If you could see me, you would see the biggest smile
on my face. I am so glad we met and I got your beautiful
creation!

I think it was Thursday I finally made it to the post office,
and then I waited to open it until I was in just the right
time and space to fully enjoy it. Wow! What a gift you
have! I am delighted to know you and to have a piece of
your artwork in my home.

It's going to be hard to put it in my library/consultation
room that I don't use that often, since most of my work is
by phone and in my study where my laptop is. Hmmm....
your painting may be about to spark a whole makeover
of my study! So I will feel great hanging it in here.

Many thanks for all the ways you are setting my chakras
dancing!

And thank you, Betty, for sharing this cool story with us!

I've Got the Bubbleberry Blues...!

2009-05-31T17:24:00.000-07:00

As promised, here is the next series of four 8" by 10" acrylic paintings on canvas. These were painted a few years ago, most on different days.

It's fun finding paintings from different corners of my "studio" to make up a set. (I always did find something comforting about things in sets!)

Top left "Mystic Mountains"

Top right "Berry Bubbles"

Bottom left "Wavy Turbulence"

Bottom right "It's All About Blueberries"

Let me know your favorites so I can determine which will be next to get professionally scanned to join the ranks of my giclee reproductions.

Can't wait to hear your comments!

Cherry Blossoms and Blue Mountains

2009-05-23T16:15:00.000-07:00

Here are 4 more recent paintings that may soon be made available as fine art giclee reproductions. I would love to hear/read your feedback to assess the demand for each.

Clockwise from the top left, they are entitled as follows:

Top left "Cherry Blossom Northwest"
Top right "Cherry Blossom Two"
Bottom right "Purple Snow Melt"
Bottom left "Mountain Energy"

Interestingly enough, the bottom two paintings were not painted together. I actually hadn't been looking at or remembering "Purple Snow Melt" when I painted "Mountain Energy," and yet they really look like a pair!

Looking forward to your comments!

"Story Book Days" "Lunar Jazz" "Tropical Moonset" "Brenda's Treasure"

2009-03-30T20:38:00.000-07:00

Here's a set of 4 of my recent paintings, taken non-professionally with our digital camera, so they've yet to visit Scott's place.

Though they are small, I hope you can see them well enough to make some comments.

Top left - "Story Book Days" (with Georgia telling me which color next!)
Top right - "Lunar Jazz"
Bottom right - "Tropical Moonset"
Bottom left - "Brenda's Treasure"

It's LIVE! http://tinyurl.com/sherylatbellevuefineart

2008-12-29T22:24:00.001-08:00

Great news, everyone!

My art gallery on Scott Moore's website is LIVE!

Simply click on this link to go straight to my collection of art available through Bellevue Fine Art Reproduction.

http://tinyurl.com/sherylatbellevuefineart

Here's the man behind the scenes on his computer making all the edits for a high quality product, and with his lovely wife, Tomoko (also involved in production), on the right.

I've gotten into the habit of calling Scott "my repro guy" for short, but let me tell you, it's worth saying the full name, Bellevue Fine Art Reproduction, because Scott is all about quality.

It will be a year this coming February when I first went to his studio, clutching "Cloud Dance" in hand to be my first painting reproduced, and not wanting to leave it behind. (Since then, 19 more followed suit, with more itching to join the ranks!)

That was when I had the rare treat to watch the whole process of taking the digital scan of the painting, and even looking over Scott's shoulder to see how he does the edits to tweak the color on the computer. A proof is sent to the printer, and Voila! You see what you get!

When you order directly from the shopping cart on Scott's website, you will still get your artwork personally signed by me before shipping since we're local.

Happy shopping!

And PS to any other aspiring artists, I highly recommend you go to Scott to get your art scanned. Even if you don't plan to sell it, it's a good way to archive and protect it. You can find all his contact info on his website.
www.bellevuefineart.com

"Peaceful Pastels" prevail....

2008-12-04T13:00:00.000-08:00

Here is a good one to sit and savor... "Peaceful Pastels."

When I paint something this simple, I tend to have the thought, Oh anyone could do this - it's too easy.

Then I try to create something similar and I get an entirely different painting! I do think this speaks to the emotional content of a piece of art work - each one is a unique and unrepeatable experience.

That makes it ever the more awesome to see the effect of giclee reproduction - it comes so close to "repeating" - in a manner - the original work, it's uncanny.

Now for any of you budding artists who also want to forge ahead into the world of reproduction, Scott Moore of Bellevue Fine Art Reproduction is your man. Time and again, I get high quality, consistent work from him. He is truly about "Fine Art." Visit his website for details. http://www.bellevuefineart.com .

And check in to see the imminent unveiling of his artist galleries, of whom I am one! You will be able to order reproductions of my work, and others, directly from him. I'm close enough to his studio workshop I can drop by to sign them before shipping. Be sure to state that you want a signed copy when you make your order. Or you can email me to make your order sunraysheryl@gmail.com .

"Smokey Mountain" compared to "Peaceful Mountain"

2008-12-03T20:41:00.000-08:00

"Smokey Mountain" has an interesting story to it, and so here it is.

A few months ago I took my paints along on a trip to my mother's. (I usually only paint at home.) My thought was to paint with my ten year old niece, which we did, and very much enjoyed. (Actually, she painted her own complete painting!)

My mom made a comment that she had never seen me in the process of creating a painting. It turned out I had brought an extra canvas, so we were in business!

While I was showing her the colors I'd brought, she commented how she really liked gray (a very good thing when you live in the Pacific Northwest!). I also recalled that one of my brothers had liked some aspects of "Peaceful Mountain," but found the colors on the feminine side for his liking. So gray was the order of the day!

Without having "Peaceful Mountain" in front of me, and not particularly intending to copy it, I am amazed at how closely the lines of the mountains match. No doubt an indelible impression of the mountains I see every time I drive to my office has made its mark on me, and this is coming up in my art!

Order your copy by emailing me at sunraysheryl@gmail.com .

(Soon you will be able to order directly from my repro guy, Scott.)

PS Do you prefer to spell it "gray"or "grey" ???

"Champagne Dreams" and "Moonlit Dreams" await....

2008-12-02T23:43:00.000-08:00

"Champagne Dreams" and "Moonlit Dreams" are two of the largest I have painted, being 24" by 36" - you have to see them in person to really appreciate them!

You may order them in the original size on gallery wrapped canvas. This format looks so much like the original, you need an expert eye (or an artist's eye!) to see the difference. Or for the budget minded, they are also available on fine art paper in a smaller size.

Happy art hunting!

"Painted Canyon" and "Avalanche" - two more new ones!

2008-11-27T17:13:00.000-08:00

Happy Thanksgiving to Americans home and abroad - and to expatriates hanging out with the American crowd on this day!!

I have much to be thankful for, and express it with my words and my paint.

Here are two of the new paintings as promised, "Painted Canyon" and "Avalanche."

The story of "Painted Canyon" is not overly profound, but people who have looked at it say they see all kinds of things in it. What do you see?

I had slathered a lot of paint on a different canvas (the one that ended up being "Peaks and Valleys"), and had taken some of the overflow paint and quickly slapped it on another canvas, working with quick strokes. I noticed I was getting some earth tones - not my usual palette - which really intrigued me. This became "Painted Canyon."

The overall effect of "Painted Canyon" reminds me of an overcast day at the Grand Canyon. Though the colors are very earthy in Arizona, haze in the atmosphere can make the canyon look almost pastel colored. So I coined a term for it - "Earthen Pastels."

"Avalanche" has its own story!

These two are as usual, acrylic on canvas - these ones being 11" by 14" - available either on fine art paper or on canvas. They are available in the original size or as 8" by 10."

Call 425 369-1314 to place an order, or email me at sunraysheryl@gmail.com .

One third off prices apply through December 1st.

"Water Dance" is here, a new favorite the last few weeks!

2008-11-24T01:57:00.000-08:00

Here she be, and ain't she a beauty? (Sheesh, gotta get off the computer and call it done!)

Lots of time on Facebook pages for Sheryl Brown Art and Sunray Counseling today, besides enjoying my lovely granddaughter.

Yes, "Water Dance" is proving to be a real favorite - I made up a cool survey with thumb size images, so all 20 "availables" were on one page. Folks that came to our art show parties were able to select their favorites by checking the boxes.

My repro guy, Scott, is finalizing the finishing touches on the beta site to add artists' galleries to his website, so you all can order directly from there, complete with shopping cart. Of course you can always order from me directly as well. But just a little heads up, the introductory one-third off prices won't last too much longer...!

If you are very interested, contact me at 425 369-1314 or sunraysheryl@gmail.com and I will put in your order, honoring the special prices.

More new paintings coming up in the next few days....

"Dancing Mountains" follows "Peaks and Valleys" - one more show this year tomorrow!

2008-11-21T11:20:00.000-08:00

What a lot of fun it is to see what comes out of my paint brush next! I've been promising to show you the newest and latest, and now I have the files available to share.

From all over the world, my Facebook friends have been expressing a deep emotional response to "Peaks and Valleys."

Some of it has been written personally to me, some of it you will find written on my Fb wall. From this I gather that there is hope and healing coming as a result of this painting - what a momentous way to see the blend of my gifts and occupations as both Marriage and Family Therapist and artist. I am both humbled and excited to imagine the possibilities.

"Dancing Mountains" was painted a few weeks after "Peaks and Valleys" in an attempt to portray a lighter emotion but with the same pattern of paint squeezed directly onto the canvas. That, I believe, was accomplished! These mountains want to bounce right off the painting!

I jokingly thought I might call it "Peaks and Valleys 2" but that would be "boring!" Then I thought it looked so enthusiastic I might call it, "Blazing Holiday!" (But I think I'll reserve that name for a future painting that fits it better!)

By the time I got to "my repro guy," Scott, we decided on its current name, "Dancing Mountains." Now I admit, the theme of dance does appear repeatedly in my art titles and I promise you, it will no doubt will continue!!

So, these two are a matched pair in my mind, and in fact, there is a third called "Water Dance" that makes a nice trio. You'll see that shortly.

In any case, let me report on our local art shows last Friday and Saturday - they were a big success, and we had a blast!

We met old friends and made new ones, both from friends bringing friends, and from neighboring offices. Hey even the pizza delivery guy was included, though he was on the clock and could not linger. I counted over 70 original works I had brought to be displayed. (And my walls at home were scarcely looking much emptier!)

And yes! we had another drawing - and another winner! More on that later.

If you are psyched to come see my art in person, we have one more pre-holiday show/party this year, which will be tomorrow - Saturday, November 22nd from 3 to 5pm in Redmond, in the Seattle area.

Call me at 425 369-1314 or email me at sunraysheryl@gmail.com for the location if you are interested.

So, it looks like I'm pretty chatty today!

Look me up on Facebook - you can be my friend by clicking on my profile http://profile.to/sherylbrown .

Then you can join my art group (even without being on my friend list) http://groups.to/sherylbrownart .

And the very latest is you can be my fan!

http://tinyurl.com/sherylbrownartpage - A Facebook Page is a feature Facebook has for folks to promote their business. I believe you can access it without having a Facebook account.

If you try it out, let me know how it works - thanks so much!!

Later!

November Already! Art Parties and Surprise Drawings...

2008-11-05T23:39:00.000-08:00

Exciting news here - I have the proofs back from ten more paintings I took to my repro guy last week. They look fabulous! Most of them are brand new paintings done in the last few months.

A couple of them are larger - 24" by 36". One of these is called "Moonlit Dreams," and just might prove to be a favorite. It can be ordered in the original size, or as small as 8" by 10".

Pictured here is "Chakra Dance," which might look familiar to you. I painted it right after "Chakra Shower" earlier this year, then posted both of them on this blog (scroll back to earlier posts in March and April).

Soon you will be able to order directly from Scott Moore (I've been calling him my "repro guy!") of Bellevue Fine Art Reproduction. All of my paintings available as giclee reproductions will be featured in a "gallery" on his website, as well as the works of other artists. I am so looking forward to this!

Remember to join my Facebook art group at http://groups.to/sherylbrownart where you get the latest news on discounts and surprise drawings to win an 8" by 10" fine art reproduction.

If you are local, be sure to visit one of my art parties taking place this weekend and next in Issaquah and Renton. I'm joining with other vendors to make this a great opportunity for holiday purchases. Call me at 425 369-1314 or email me at sunraysheryl@gmail.com to let me know your email address. I'll send you an evite with the details.

Peaks and Valleys

2008-09-20T18:51:00.000-07:00

Here is one of my recent paintings, "Peaks and Valleys," which was inspired by reading some of the life story of my new Facebook friend, Debra Oakland. Though she has lost a number of close family members, she explains how she has chosen to be happy and not remain stuck in grief and the pain of loss.

Interestingly enough, when I started out this painting, I enthusiastically loaded up the canvas with rather too much paint (some of which I transferred to another canvas - to be posted later). I had in mind some colors from looking at photos of a joyful occasion. In the process of working on this painting, however, the phrase - "oh, the jagged pain" - (or something close to that) went through my mind. This painting then became about my perception of Debra's experience.

Our lives here on earth really are characterized by both jubilant and sorrowful times - and everything in between. And sometimes, it really ain't pretty. I had the feeling that I muddied up the warm colors as I was mixing them, and pondered whether to "clean" them up some by adding another layer. In the end, I decided to leave it as it is. Life isn't perfect, but we still love it.

Looking forward to reading your comments and feedback on this new painting.

More Winners! - Jacqueline Rivera and Nathalie Ekobo

2008-09-03T01:37:00.000-07:00

Our winner for Week Number Two for the drawing is Jacqueline Rivera! Jacqueline is one of my new FaceBook friends from New York.

And for Week Number Three of the August Extravaganza of Fun we have Nathalie Ekobo.

A big hand for both Jacqueline and Nathalie!! They are both lovers of "Chaos - in Color!"

I was privileged to meet Nathalie several months ago at a fabulous workshop set up by our coach, Kendall Summerhawk. Nathalie is originally from France, a country I had the unique opportunity to visit in my last year of high school, awaaaayyy back in 1973!

PS I whipped off a couple new paintings recently, as well as had fun painting with my 10 year old niece!

PPS Be sure to visit my FaceBook Art Group at http://groups.to/sherylbrownart and read all the amazing comments posted right next to each painting - it is so inspiring to me to see how each person expresses the effects they experience - from being energized to being calmed!

And I'm very curious to hear what you have to say....

One Drawing left in August!

2008-08-25T10:17:00.001-07:00

If you had intended to post a comment anywhere on my blog or on my FaceBook "Virtual Art Gallery" before the drawing on Sunday, you still have time! The third and final drawing will take place August 31st. As the winner, you will receive your choice of an 8" by 10" reproduction of one of the ten.

All you need to do to enter is scroll down to the series of 10 paintings I have posted here. You may need to click on "older posts" to find them. Choose one or more that grab your attention. Then click on the link where it says, "0 Comments" (or some other number of comments). You will be given a text box in which to write your opinion. I can't wait to read a note from you telling me which one is your favorite!

Another even more fun way to participate, is to join my art group on FaceBook at http://groups.to/sherylbrownart . You can find my Virtual Art Gallery on my profile under photo albums, or on the art group page itself. There are already many interesting comments there that you will enjoy reading.

If you have never created an account on FaceBook, now is a good time to do so! It is quite easy and straightforward for you to sign up. Being on FaceBook is very rewarding for me in so many ways.

I have had an amazing experience meeting new friends, from my artist friend in Norway to my organizing friend in South Africa! When you join, please remember to look me up http://profile.to/sherylbrown and be my friend!

Don't forget to enter our second drawing before Sunday!

2008-08-23T20:21:00.000-07:00

Just a reminder, tomorrow I'll draw a name "from the hat" of all the people who've commented on any of the paintings in my "Virtual Art Gallery," either on my art blog here, or on my FaceBook profile.

The cool thing about commenting directly on FB is that it's fun to read all the comments related to one painting in a single batch. You can see who has the same opinion as you, or not!

People are so creative and poetic in how they describe my paintings - it really does my heart good!

I thought I'd go ahead and include in this post the painting chosen by our 1st week's winner - (Col) Colleen McGunnigle - which is called, "Power over the Land."

Col is an amazingly talented artist and graphic designer, and you can find out more about her and her work at this link. http://www.designbymuse.com/ , as well as at her blog http://www.gigablonde.com/ .

The 8" by 10" reproduction she won, "Power over the Land," should make its way into her mailbox very soon, and then I'll be able to heave a sigh of relief that it's in her hands!

Please do join FaceBook if you haven't already - it is too much fun, and really helps grow your business!

And then drop by my art group and see if you want to join - no obligations - just makes it easier for you to keep current on the art I'm continually adding to my Virtual Art Gallery - and these are also available for purchase!!

Click here to take a peak at my FaceBook art group http://groups.to/sherylbrownart !

We have a winner! Colleen McGunnigle of NY!

2008-08-18T17:31:00.000-07:00

This is so exciting! We have a winner for the first ever drawing for sherylbrownart!

It is Colleen (Col) McGunnigle of New York! Please stop on over at her blog to congratulate her! http://www.gigablonde.com/blog/archives/282

Col and I have swapped a couple comments on each other's blogs, and have both enjoyed being in Susan's Schanerman's group on FaceBook (http://groups.to/heartmatters ). All she did to enter her name in the drawing was to comment on one of my paintings.

And that is exactly how you can enter to be in the next drawing coming up Sunday, August 24th! You can comment on one of the blog posts here saying which is your favorite (and why), or you can comment anywhere you see my paintings on FaceBook - easy!

I came up with this drawing to promote my art group on FaceBook (join by clicking here http://groups.to/sherylbrownart if you have a FB account or want one), and a three week event I created called a Virtual ART Party. You can see details of that in previous posts.

Looking forward to hearing from you!!

Enter to win a drawing! This is really easy!! http://groups.to/sherylbrownart

2008-08-17T03:04:00.000-07:00

I got a brainwave (one of many??) to add a drawing to this party. People are catching onto this and really loving it!

Okay, a drawing as in win something, not an art drawing (but it is an art drawing!) (so much potential for double entendre, so little time!!).

Maybe you've already heard of my Virtual ART Party, an event put on by the art group I started on FaceBook - you will find it right here http://groups.to/sherylbrownart .

(It's so much fun to see this group grow! And it's open to everyone on FB.)

If you already have a FaceBook account, this should take you straight to the group page.

If not, you should get the opportunity to create a FaceBook account when you click on that link. Use your real name, and keep it simple to start. (If you have any hitches, feel free to call or write me.)

There are no obligations when you join my art group on FaceBook, and you can leave at any time.

I have posted the 10 available paintings on the art group page and the event page (as well as earlier on this blog). You will also find them in one of the photo albums on my FBprofile page.

The shortcut to my FaceBook profile is http://profile.to/sherylbrown .

Full link http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=694712762 .

The cool thing about this party is that you don't have to go anywhere to attend (except to your computer, but then agan, if you called me on the phone, I'd probably accept that)!

Just make a comment on one or more of the paintings (you gotta be honest, though, no false flattery needed or wanted!) to show you were there!

And preferably - say which ones are your favorites - yes, Virginia (I mean Melinda DH, you know who you are!) - you can have more than one - just show your order of preference if you hope to win. (Ah, win, yes, got ahead of myself by writing the end first!)

If you are the winner, you will receive your choice of print reproduced on 8" by 10" fine art paper. This is a $45 value. Your choices are numbered 1 through 10, each with a memorable title.

1 - "Cloud Dance"
2 - "Chaos - in Color!"
3 - "Serenity Rising"
4 - "Calm in the Storm"
5 - "The Georgia Eye"
6 - "Tears of God"
7 - "Chakra Shower"
8 - "Power over the Land"
9 - "Peaceful Mountain"
10 - "Love in Motion"

The Virtual ART Party started a week ago, and continues to the end of August.

The first drawing takes place in less than 24 hours, but don't fret if you miss this one - there will be two more!!

Gallery of Available Painting Repro's - Virtual ART Party/Summer Sale!

2008-08-12T01:38:00.001-07:00

"Cloud Dance"

"Chaos - In Color!"

Introducing the ten painting reproductions available in the "Not Yet the End of Summer Sale!" as found on Sheryl Brown's FaceBook Art Group.

If you have a FaceBook account, you can go to http://groups.to/sherylbrownart and join my art group.

Then look for "Events" on that page and click on "Virtual ART Party."

(Imagine a three week event where you don't even need to show up in person - hence the name "Virtual ART Party!" There won't be any candles, vitamins, or plastic containers sold at this party!!)

If you don't have a FaceBook account, you can create one quickly - just remember to use your real name. Then add me as a friend.

You will then get the one third off Summer Sale!

And if you refer 3 customers to me, I'll give you half off your total order. (Sales tax and Shipping & Handling will apply.)

Just call or email and tell me their names, or have them tell me yours - I will be sure to take 50% off your order.

Gallery of Available Painting Repro's (cont'd)

2008-08-12T01:27:00.001-07:00

#3 "Serenity Rising"

#4 "Calm in the Storm"

Gallery of Available Painting Repro's (cont'd)

2008-08-12T01:22:00.001-07:00

#5 "The Georgia Eye"

#6 "Tears of God"

Gallery of Available Painting Repro's (cont'd)

2008-08-12T01:17:00.001-07:00

"Chakra Shower"

"Power over the Land"

Gallery of Available Painting Repro's (cont'd)

2008-08-12T00:48:00.001-07:00

"Peaceful Mountain"

#10

"Love in Motion"

The Evolution of "Chaos - in Color!" the Grand Finale

2008-07-27T20:33:00.000-07:00

Here is the grand finale last version of "Chaos - in Color!" as taken by my digital camera at home.

I have had it scanned professionally and reproduced in a number of high quality formats, including canvas giclee and fine art paper. I have a number in stock, and can easily get more made with extra time.

If you want the canvas giclee option, first choose the size you want, either the original 16" by 20" or a smaller 8" by 10" size.

Then decide if you want it on flat canvas to frame yourself, or
gallery wrapped on a wooden frame (this is how I paint my originals).

The bonus of being on flat canvas is being easy to mail in a tube.

The cool thing with gallery wrapped is that the painting extends around the sides of the canvas-wrapped frame, so further framing is optional.

And finally, a more affordable option for the budget minded is an
8" by 10" on fine art paper.

If you have more questions, call me at 425 652-1413 or email me at sunraysheryl@gmail.com .

A free sample postcard is available if you send me your snail mail address.

Find me on FaceBook and become my FB friend, and you will qualify for the Friends and Family discount!

The Evolution of "Chaos - in Color!" part five

2008-07-27T19:54:00.000-07:00

We're getting closer to completion! Can you hear the drum roll and feel the excitement??

It has been a challenge for me to learn more and better ways to navigate blogspot, especially in posting multiple photos, placement of photo above or below text, getting the right number of lines between paragraphs, learning just a tad bit of html code, and where I can go past that and use the wysiwyg (what you see is what you get) method! Whew!

And that's a good method for us creative types who prefer less time spent on technical things!! (Where's my paint brush!?!)

The evolution of "Chaos - in color!" part four

2008-07-27T19:09:00.000-07:00

If you liked part three better than this one, part four, then you can see the potential dilemma of any artist in knowing when a painting is done - and the sometimes feeling of, "Oh no! I might have overworked it."

I experienced this several times in the process of working on this one, and yet, a few days after I had the panic, I felt more reconciled to the new version. Some earlier versions I quite like, and if I could go back, I might keep one particular effect, and not keep some other effect.

In the end, it's like the forks in the road of life - you have to choose one, and even if you go back and try the other, it's never like going back in time and taking it from there. You're always in the now!

Wow, getting philosophical here - easy for me to do.... Too much fun!

The evolution of "Chaos - in color!" part three

2008-07-27T16:45:00.000-07:00

If you've ever wondered what it would look like to see a painting earlier in its development, here's the third one in this series of my most recent painting, "Chaos - in Color!"

See if you can identify the subtle changes from one photo to the next.

The Evolution of "Chaos in Color!" part two

2008-07-27T14:53:00.000-07:00

I thought it might be fun and novel to let you see a series of one painting as it progresses from first broad stroke to each continuing level of development.

Your comments are always greatly appreciated!

The Evolution of "Chaos - in Color!" part one

2008-07-26T17:27:00.000-07:00

How do you like the look of this first draft of "Chaos, in Color!" ?

I know, I know! You won't have the answer until you see the final version.

Keeping you in suspense a short while longer - this is sherybrownart over and out...!

HeART Matters

2008-06-14T00:16:00.000-07:00

I have to tell you about a new friend I made on FaceBook recently. Susan Schanerman was admiring some of my art work, and expressing some limitations she was experiencing with getting pictures onto her blog. Only a couple of suggestions from me, and she was off and running, really excited and pleased.

When I went to check her blog, I found she had bragged on me in it! Pretty cool, huh? Check it out right here: http://susanschanerman.blogspot.com/2008/05/artist-within.html And I only just now saw that I am one of her favorite links! Warms my heart and makes me smile!

Well, there's more. Susan started a group on FaceBook called HeART Matters, and you can "see" all about it right here http://groups.to/heartmatters (Really, there is no .com at the end of that link.) And it turns out, the membership of this informal group is exploding in less than a week, and we have a HeART Gallery there! Yes, and yours truly has posted 4 paintings so far!

Stayed tuned, and I'll be letting you know of another place I have posted my art online. If you're a raving fan of mine, you're gonna love it!

Coming soon, I promise!

2008-06-11T23:54:00.000-07:00

Ah Folks, do you miss me?

I keep meaning to post a new one, but was waiting to finish my latest painting, so I would have something fresh and new to share! However, this one kept asking for more final touches.

But, have no fear, because coming soon, is "Chaos, in Color!" - there's a real swirling of energy in this one! It is 16" by 20" and has all my favorite colors in it!

Peaceful Mountain

2008-05-08T22:27:00.000-07:00

Climbing a mountain can be a very rigorous undertaking, or just a nice low-key hike. In any case, you can rest awhile upon reaching the top!

I remember hiking up Mount Si (east of Seattle) a few times, and it can seem just so relentless -- up, up, and up -- and not the most viewpoints along the way compared to some hikes.

But when you get to the top, it's like being on top of the world.... And you can sit quietly and listen to the vague sounds of the freeway far below.

Now that's peaceful, being above it all.

I painted this painting after putting an upsetting issue to rest. Hope that inspires you too!

A Love Note for "Cloud Dance"

2008-04-26T20:04:00.000-07:00

Here's a love note from someone who's in love with one of my paintings! Morgine (pronounced, "more jean") was one of my very first customers. I was so thrilled to be able to share my art work with someone I've never even met, but feel a kinship to!

"I LOVE my Cloud Dance Picture! Wow it was just like the original with that special paper or whatever you use! Looks like the actual painting! I have it sitting on my desk, actually, hiding the big modem I now have with the Satellite dish since we are finally off dial up! I do not enjoy the constant flash of lights so your beautiful painting is perfect to soothe my soul, inspire my own creativity and it just makes me SMILE looking at it! Thanks so much!!

Endless Love, Morgine
www.CommunicationsWithLove.com "

Morgine, thank you so much for putting this into words! I'm happy that these benefits of soothing you and inspiring your own creativity will be ongoing for you. Ssswweet!

By the way, it looks like the actual painting because of a sophisticated process of layering the ink onto actual canvas. This process is known as "giclee," pronounced the French way.

I don't have a shopping cart set up yet on my site, but you can order by email (sunraysheryl@gmail.com or phone 425 652-1413. (Don't get nervous when you hear my counseling greeting!)

Talk to you soon!

"Cloud Dance" featured on Vicky White's blog!

2008-04-20T16:12:00.001-07:00

Exciting news--my good friend Vicky White has featured my painting, "Cloud Dance" on her blog! Not only is this a tremendous compliment to me, but it also increases my exposure as an artist. To see her blog post on my art, click here www.lifedesignstrategies.com/blog/?p=37 .

Vicky has been doing some serious list building the last several years, and has many loyal readers. To her credit, she is a very engaging writer, and speaks to some very critical issues in our world at large, as well as in our personal world in particular. A former professional photographer, she is also very creative in her business as a coach. The fact that I finally have an art blog is partly due to her influence.

To see more of what Vicky does and has to offer, click on this link http://www.profcs.com/app/?af=736391 . You will find your creative soul very much inspired by Vicky's coaching.

A Gentler Burst of Energy

2008-04-05T20:38:00.000-07:00

To offset the exuberance of "Chakra Shower," here's "Chakra Dance," my onetime attempt to copy my own work.

See, it just goes to show you that every painting is its own little snowflake of a personality!

I noticed that certain personalities prefer the one or the other.

Can you guess what trait might be making the difference? Go ahead and leave a comment on my blog if you feel so inspired!

So far, it's just a casual observation I've been making--no scientifically sound, statistically proven experiment in place!

Total Energy Burst!

2008-03-31T15:49:00.000-07:00

What better way to celebrate the completion of this cold month of March than to have a burst of energy!?

Here is my painting Chakra Shower, (Copyright 2008 by Sheryl Brown, All Rights Reserved) to give you a little of that renewing energy that we all love so well!

You may be interested to know that in the process of painting this, I began to think I had overworked it. So I made one of my rare attempts to copy my own work (Trust me, I seem incapable of it!).

Go to this link on my personal blog to compare the two paintings, if you're at all curious. http://www.sunraysheryl.blogspot.com/2008/01/chakra-shower-and-chakra-dance.html

(And if you're not curious, you gotta write and tell me that too!)

Thanks for any and all feedback!

Thanks for the votes -- Now here's "Love in Motion"

2008-03-16T12:22:00.000-07:00

The comments and feedback are coming in by phone, email and comments on the blog for voting on "Serenity" or "Calm" -- and it looks like "Calm" is still in the lead!

Here's a new one for your viewing pleasure called, "Love in Motion," Copyright 2008 by Sheryl Brown, All Rights Reserved.

This would be a nice one for Valentine's Day, but hey--I featured my actual Valentine, Larry, last month on my sunraysheryl blog.

Click right here on this link to see my Valentine. http://www.sunraysheryl.blogspot.com/2008/02/this-is-my-valentine.html !

This painting was inspired as a result of getting some of my own personal healing.

Your comments or questions, welcome!

And here is Door #2 -- "Calm"

2008-03-12T21:10:00.000-07:00

Which one do you prefer--the painting in this post which is "Calm in the Eye of the Storm"--or the one in the last post ("Serenity")?

(You can find "Serenity" by clicking on this link http://sherylbrownart.blogspot.com/2008/03/which-one-will-be-next.html )

I am taking an informal poll, and would love your feedback!

Which one will be next? -- "Serenity"

2008-03-11T14:26:00.000-07:00

Soon I'll be having another one of my paintings reproduced and available for sale.

I'm curious to know which of these next two is the one you folks are more interested in.

Today's painting is called "Serenity Rising (from the Deep)," Copyright 2008 by Sheryl Brown, All Rights Reserved.

You will find the other one ("Calm") in tomorrow's post.

(PS Here's a link back to the future! http://sherylbrownart.blogspot.com/2008/03/and-here-is-door-2.html )

Let me know any feedback you may have by phone, email, or comment below.

Thanks for visiting my site!

First reproduction available for sale, "Cloud Dance!"

2008-03-03T12:55:00.001-08:00

Sheryl Brown Art is here! A little mini virtual art gallery! We'll see how it grows.

This is where you'll find the art I have created, and where you'll be able to keep current on which paintings have become available for sale as reproductions.

In my first blog http://www.sunraysheryl.blogspot.com/ , a more potpourri style of what I'm all about in general, you will find a number of my paintings already posted.

But, it has become apparent that a blog dedicated to the one topic of my art will make it easier for folks who specifically want to look at my paintings, especially to find out if the one they love is available yet.

So here it is!

The best way to order right now is to give me a phone call 425 652-1413 (you will get a greeting that says you have reached Sunray Counseling) or an email sunraysheryl@gmail.com , and we can discuss what the right size and format would be for your budget.

Happy art hunting!