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I am happy to present to you paintings done by some of the art students in my fall 2013 John Lovett class. Here’s the link to see more: Student Paintings They did some wonderful work!   Painting by Michele Stewart   Painting by Lynne Tomlinson 

The theme for one of the art courses that starts end of January is “Boats & Buildings”. Here’s the info: Art Courses with Cheryl O “Old South” original acrylic. 

It was such a delight to paint this little dog. I did not have the pleasure of meeing Gidget, but she seems full of wonderful character.  R.I.P Gidget – I’m sure you were a happy friend for those who knew you. 

 Wishing you both comfort and joy the Christmas. Merry Christmas! 

To each of my art loving friends and students, I want to say – thanks for being in my life! 

It was fun to paint this memory from Ireland. I had such a strong sense that Robin Hood should be there – and then later during the tour found out that the old movies had been filmed there! “Formidable” – sold. 

Acrylic painting of Wildebeest – 30″ x 40″ – currently available at the Aeolian Hall – Holiday Art Show – group show, London ON. See the art by going to one of the wonderful concerts at the Aeolian, or drop in on a weekday between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Show continues till end of January. 

The painting below, although a pure abstract, spoke to me of a subject as I worked on it. It seemed to represent some of the attributes of prayer: the speed that prayer moves at, the ripples that prayer causes, and the way that light comes down to embrace it. A Whispered Prayer – original acrylic – 18″ x 24″ – $432. + HST – available from the artist. 

I am often asked if it is difficult to part with my paintings – after all a lot of effort and emotion, including all those years of practice, go into a good painting. Sometimes it is hard to let them go but mostly, after painting as many as I have, some of these babies need to find a new home! At my current art show at the Aeolian Hall, someone approached me to say that they owned one of my large paintings. The fact that it was still well loved was very evident in their face and voice. So lovely for me to hear! I responded, “I’m happy to know that it found a good home.” They answered with a big smile and nod. A different purchaser a while ago told me that the painting that they had bought was in a prominent place in their home, and it had helped them to find peace during a difficult time. It doesn’t get more special than that. I am so grateful to be able to share my joy – what a priviledge!