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5×7 Exhibition Continues at the Arthouse through June 12th

The 5×7 show at the Arthouse is open through June 12th, sooooo you still have a shot at picking up some wonderful small art.

I did not end up going to the ArtSplurge (the first night opening when the art is initially revealed and available for sale), but the Art Social on the second night was great! There was pizza and beer, good live music and lots of friends, and a gazillion wonderful 5×7 paintings and sculptures!

The renovations at the Arthouse are excellent, allowing for much more exhibition space. The beauty of the old building has been preserved while also injecting some gorgeous contemporary design elements. I really love the modern variation of glass block windows.

There were several art pieces in protest of the firing of the Arthouse’s curator (see for more on that story).   Here are a few of the protest pieces I saw: [nggallery id=110]

See more pictures of the opening crowds and the building here: .

And see some of the gorgeous art on that’s still on view at the Arthouse here (my two paintings are among this group of pictures; can you find them?):  .

This Week’s Etsy Treasuries – 2/27/2011

Fine Art Fridays- skies and circles

I’ve had a painting included in this etsy treasury curated by SunnyLeeStudio: “All Finding Fine Art artists. Happy Friday!” Please check out all the artists in this treasury.

Abstract Art in Etsy – Part 4

I’ve had a painting included in this etsy treasury curated by PeshtemalShop: “So many good artworks in Etsy, I have to do more and more tresuries to cover all the ones I like.” Please check out all the artists in this treasury.

Orange and Purple Awesomeness

I’ve had a painting included in this etsy treasury curated by ThePotterySyndicate: “This list is made by our 7-year-old daughter, Alice. Her favorite colors are orange and purple. They remind her of Halloween.” Please check out all the artists in this treasury.

Warm and toasty!

I’ve had a painting included in this etsy treasury curated by fineoldthings: “it’s a visual….” Please check out all the artists in this treasury.

“LOVE NEST ” A Fine Art Friday Exhibit

I’ve had a painting included in this etsy treasury curated by marinatalier: “Enjoy theses beautiful pieces by talented artists of the FINDING FINE ART Team.” Please check out all the artists in this treasury.

Molecular treasury in a chemical world

I’ve had a painting included in this etsy treasury curated by lofficina.  I really love this treasury (and all the stuff in it)!  :-)  Please check out all the artists in this treasury.

Twister

I’ve had a painting included in this etsy treasury curated by MyFairMaiden.  :-)  Please check out all the artists in this treasury.

Earth, Wind, Fire, Rain, Snow & Ice…

I’ve had a painting included in this etsy treasury curated by JazzGreen: “some nice fine art elements for your personal perusal…brought to you in association with the Etsy team FINDING FINE ART.”  Please check out all the artists in this treasury.

Curves Ahead

I’ve had a painting included in this etsy treasury curated by ElizabethDooDah.  Please check out all the artists in this treasury.

Dreaming of the warm sand between my toes

I’ve had a painting included in this etsy treasury curated by zasra: “Inspired by my recent trip to the beach , it was so sad to return to snow and cold temps!!!!! ;D.”  Please check out all the artists in this treasury.

Abstractions in blue

I’ve had a painting included in this etsy treasury curated by linneaheide: “dive into these gorgeous blue original paintings.”  Please check out all the artists in this treasury.

Of Lovely Lavenders and Longing

I’ve had a painting included in this etsy treasury curated by KneeDeepOriginals: “The colors of spring, the colors of love, the colors of joy! Featuring members of Finding Fine Art and some other great Etsians!”  Please check out all the artists in this treasury.

If i could say it in words there would be no reason to…

I’ve had a painting included in this etsy treasury curated by watermediaworks: “You’ve got to check out the titles of these paintings!! What’s your favorite title? Is it also your favorite painting?

All of these beautiful, expressive original art works are from fellow Finding Fine Art team members. ENJOY!”  Please check out all the artists in this treasury.

Art Expressions in March

I’ve had a painting included in this etsy treasury curated by jcstrong: “March is a magical time to decorate or start a collection of art for your home. The fine art on Etsy has a variety of styles, color, and subject matter. The artists all do their best to make a joyful connection with the viewer/collector. These works are just a small sample of what you’ll find. Just punch in the tag findingfineart and you’ll find even more treasures.”  Please check out all the artists in this treasury.

Color Me Softly

I’ve had a painting included in this etsy treasury curated by IronsideImpastos: “Subtle lines, subtle colors set a mood of calm in a chaotic world..”  Please check out all the artists in this treasury.

Blue period

I’ve had a painting included in this etsy treasury curated by sarahknight: “Fine art for fineartfriday.”  Please check out all the artists in this treasury.

Beautiful Blue Fine Art

I’ve had a painting included in this etsy treasury curated by hintofspirit: “Great art from members of the Etsy fineartfriday team!”  Please check out all the artists in this treasury.

Chartreuse Le Trek

I’ve had a painting included in this etsy treasury curated byZeltiDesign: “Chartreuse is a favorite color. It makes me happy.”  Please check out all the artists in this treasury.

Color Options for My Blog

I’m testing some different options for the background colors of my blog. Do you have a favorite? Let me know in the comments below.

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There is No Seam

Painting by Louis Finkelstein
“Hanover Center II”
1998, oil on canvas,
38 x 42 inches

Notes from “Thoughts About Painting” by Louis Finkelstein from “Painterly Painting,” 1971

“Between technique, vision, design, expression there is no seam; neither is one thing the cause and another the result.”

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