Jen Beaudet-Zondervan Contemporary Impressionist Painter from California

5.19.2012

Maui Upcountry Jacaranda

(I had to remove the original because the size was too large and it didn't have a watermark)

Here's my latest painting inspired by my trip to Maui. The Jacaranda trees were just starting to

bloom. There were so many beautiful farms, it felt like a storybook. The colors really are this vivid there.

The only thing missing is a rainbow. If you love rainbows, there's always one

somewhere on the island; it's magical!

Sharing on Show and Tell Friday with Cindy from My Romantic Home

I also did a smaller cropped version of this one for a challenge on Dailypaintworks

Well, I have returned from my amazing vacation on Maui. Although I still love Kauai, Maui is now one of my favorites! Actually, I can't choose which island I like more. I wish I could live on any of them (except Oahu). I'm working on a new painting of the Upcountry with a Jacaranda tree. They're blooming now! They are my absolute favorite tree! I was so inspired by this trip! There is so much for the senses there...it's amazing. I just wish we could have stayed longer. Next time:)

So...all of my photos from the trip are stuck in my mom's camera. I borrowed it instead of lugging my dslr around. Her camera takes great pictures and I got some great ones, but I can't get them off of there! We've looked everywhere for the cable. I think we have to order a new one. So until I figure it out...I'll just post my paintings.

Thank you for all of your nice comments! And thank you Terra for posting your painting!

Enjoy your day!

5.09.2012

I am here...

Hi everyone...or should I say...Aloha!

I've captured so many inspirational photos

I can't wait to get started painting! This time away

has been good though, not just for relaxing in my favorite

place, but also for reflection about where I am,

and where I am going. I love vacations!

So good for the mind and soul:)

I hope everyone is having a wonderful week and I'm sorry I haven't been visiting

everyone, but my computer doesn't work so well in the sun!

I plan on posting some photos soon!

5.01.2012

Blush...

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I just finished this one and called it "Blush". I love this color!

I just got my hair done, highlights, and am feeling

so happy! I love getting my hair done. It's just like spring

all fresh and new!

4.30.2012

Spring blooms...

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It was such a beautiful day here today so I spent sometime outside, but

managed to finish this one. I sat out near some gigantic lilac bushes (more like trees).

We have white and lilac and they smell so sweet.

The only bad thing was all the bees.

There were bees of every kind but mostly the big black bomber bees, I think they're called

wood bees. I left them alone and they thankfully they did the same. I don't

know if they sting but I sure didn't want to find out!

I had a great weekend...I hope you did to.

(I'm surprised I didn't capture a bee in this photo!)

4.27.2012

And the winner is...

Terra from Terragarden.blogspot.com!

Congratulations Terra, please contact me and let

me know which painting you choose!
A big Thank You goes out to
Tish from A Femmeduncertainage.blogspot, for hosting
this giveaway! Tish is so gracious and I always gain such
great information from her blog. Whether it be
fashion, skincare or so many other things, I'm always glad I visit!

Thank you all for your support! All of your kind

comments about my art mean so very much to me!

Have a wonderful weekend!

I'm joining in on the party over at Show and Tell Friday at My Romantic Home!
&
Feather Nesting Friday

4.25.2012

I'll call her Spring...

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She just reminds me of Spring so I'm calling her "Spring 1". The "1" because I might do more like this.

If you've been following my art for awhile then you know I'm not that creative when it comes to titles.

It's even a chore to title my blog posts sometimes!

I hope everyone is having a great week. Mine is going great. I managed to find the perfect pair of white linen capris for my trip (among other things) And the best thing was, when I got to the checkout counter

I found out they were 1/2 off! So I got another pair.

We should be announcing the winner by Friday so please check back.
Ok...take care!

4.19.2012

Show and Tell Friday and...

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to view on etsy...

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4.11.2012

A Little Sweet One...

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I'm participating in Show and Tell Friday here!

4.08.2012

Happy Easter!

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I hope everyone has a wonderful Easter with your friends and family.

4.06.2012

Relax...

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3.30.2012

Afternoon in Tuscany

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Have a wonderful weekend wherever you may be!

3.28.2012

Some changes...

available on Etsy here

Change is Good

After working on a few watercolors and the black and white portrait, I had a need to revisit these paintings

with a fresh approach. I'm not sure if you can tell what changes I made but I feel like they both needed more expression. I don't like for my paintings to get too tight and felt like a little loosening up would help. Sometimes it really helps to step away and to work on something completely different to get a different perspective to my work. I'm happy with the changes, I hope you are too:)

I'm joining in on Show and Tell Friday here!

3.26.2012

Enchanted Forest

Here's another new watercolor I just listed on Etsy. She was inspired by all the

Fairytale shows and movies

coming out. Who doesn't love a good fairytale!

3.08.2012

Spring Bouquets

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A few prints available of Redondo Beach Pier and Mexico Beach

3.05.2012

Anemones

prints available

New Watercolors

With Spring comes new and fresh ideas. I've dug out my watercolors and am working on a new

series of refreshing floral watercolors.

I guess they could be considered illustrations. I also used

some acrylics, pen, and pencil in some of them, so...they could also be considered mixed media.

Two more will be posted soon.

I'm not sure how long I will continue these...maybe just through Spring.

It's been forever since I've done watercolors. Quite a change from the preparation and smells that oils possess. While I still love oils, these feels crisp and fresh, kind of like the weather outside today.

More vintage ladies, interiors, and landscapes to come. I'm thinking of maybe doing

another Venice, or maybe a Parisian landscape!

Join me over here for Friday Show and Tell

2.28.2012

Bonjour Paris!

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Join me over at My Romantic Home for
Show and Tell Friday

2.14.2012

Lilacs and Spring!

via pinterest

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Happy Valentine's Day!!!

I've joined the group at My Romantic Home for Show and Tell Friday
&
Feathered Nest Friday at French Country Cottage

2.08.2012

Look At Me

I Have A New Look!!!

Spring has come early over here at J Beaudet Studios! I feel so fresh and new with my new blog designed by the ever so creative and extremely talented 'Julie from BeingRuby!' She did such a beautiful job and it was such an absolute pleasure doing business with her. She's so witty. I would definitely recommend her if you want to have beautiful blog with so many cool features.

I now have social media buttons to make it easy for you to keep in touch with me via email, facebook and rss subscriptions.. you can also use these buttons to find my pinterest page.. and you know how much I love pinterest..Also notice my Art Styles Links above ..and my pages above. I would love for you to grab a button and "share the love" with my new blog or Etsy shop button found at the bottom of this blog! Aren't they pretty?

I Love It All!!!

Thank you for doing such a wonderful job Julie!

I even have a new signature!:)

I'm joining in on Show and Tell Friday at MyRomanticHome
hosted by Cindy.
So much to see there!

2.02.2012

Sunflowers and Branches

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Join me for Show and Tell Friday at My Romantic Home

Have a great weekend!

1.27.2012

Roses Shells and Sun...

original oil by Jen Beaudet Zondervan sold

The perfect combo. I love all these things and wish this really was my view. Unfortunately it's far from it. I have a beautiful view from my home but it's been snowing and raining for about a week. The sun finally came out so I could paint this one with the beautiful light from the sun. I hope you have a wonderful weekend!

Don't miss Show and Tell Friday at My Romantic Home

And French Country Cottage

1.23.2012

Here goes...

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Oh, I found a great new blog called French Country Cottage and she's having a great giveaway. If you don't already know about it you should check it out. She also hosts Feathered Nest Friday; there are so many creative bloggers that post things about their homes on there.