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Here's a new fancy lady painting that I just finished. It sold as soon as I listed it, so that's some good news! I'm going to be doing more for sure, and have an idea for a new series. (think "ocean")! 

Well, I didn't win that contest a posted about last time, but it was great just to be in it. The magazine gets a lot of exposure. I just wish I had chosen a different image. That's why I never enter (besides, they cost money) because I have the hardest time choosing what I think my best is. Even when I paint something and think I've done a great job, that's not always the one that goes the fastest. Sometimes the ones I think are the best never sell at all. I'm not a good judge I guess. haha

I do however have some exciting news to share! I was asked, by my county, to be the "Painter Representing Trinity County"! How cool is that!? I said yes of course! I'm honored and thrilled to be recognized as an artist in my little town. You probably know by now, I really only sell my art online, behind the scenes, and don't like making public appearances. I'm trying to change that, though! I've been trying all my life, really. Social anxiety is real and affects a lot of people in many ways. For me, it's definitely held me back from doing things all throughout my life. I'm almost 45 though, and think it's time to get over it! Much easier said then done…but I'm trying! 

I'm just truly grateful to have made it this far only selling my art online. It means so much to me that  my art touches your soul that much for you to want to have it in your home! It's a part of my soul…a part of me.

On my easel…I'm currently working on a commissioned piece for a dear collector of mine. It's the Augusta Golf Course's famous 12th hole. I went on the Master's website and watched the video (freezing it at the best shot). It's gorgeous! I remember watching that with my dad a few years back, and stating how gorgeous it was! Now I'm painting it. I love my job!:) 

If you'd like to commission me to paint something special for you, here's a little info on that! Commission the Artist 

Update: I'm sharing this post again to see if it helps my photos show up on google again. It seems like everything I posted over years has been erased. There have also been some mistakes about who the artist of this painting is. I am the artist. Jennifer Beaudet. I got married in 2020, so now my last name is Zondervan. There is another new artist who decided to use my exact name, Jennifer Lynn Beaudet (this is my name on my driver license and the name that I used since I was first married in 1992. It has caused a lot of confusion and has hurt my business. I just want people to know that I painted all of the women in dresses, the 30 in 30 challenges, the Italy, doors, flowers...so many. On the cover of Sasee in 2016, in the calendar for breast cancer awareness (my painting "Slippers for a Cure") and on and on. I might not have as much money as the other artist, and only have an AA degree, but I have made a name for myself. It's frustrating that I had to change my name. She would not. People share my art with her website information because her website comes up first. Yes, it sounds like I'm whining, because I am. 

The good news is, I got my old website domain back. I haven't parked it anywhere and don't know if I will. I don't know if you remember that I lost it when I was homeless. (when my ex cheated on me and I had to move) I couldn't pay for the renewal. Too much drama! The worst thing was that whoever had access to my website put the new artist's email on it! Ugh! It was so strange. The whole thing is strange. What are the chances that another artist with the same exact name would start oil painting? Almost same age and similar hair color. It's almost like the twighlight zone.

Anyway, I'm still dealing with this name thing...I don't think it will ever go away. 

I'm still painting

That's all I can do.

I'm sorry for all of you that might be confused. 

Artist of The Year!

Click on this painting to vote!

So, I wasn't going to try but figured it couldn't hurt. I don't normally like asking for votes, but it's a chance to win $1000, which could come in handy for creating more art! If you'd like to help me out with a vote, just click on the image then scroll down to the bottom. When you find this painting hit the "Thumbs Up" icon and that's it! The only thing is you have to vote everyday…I know, that's asking a lot. Like I said, I wasn't even going to try but maybe I'll be surprised! :) 

Thanks for your help! 

 

Art Showing this Saturday!

I'm actually going to be showing my work in person this Saturday! If you've been following for for anytime you know that's not something I do…like ever! A good friend of mine persuaded me to, and it felt right. It's going to be an afternoon tea party, and this little painting is just perfect for it! It will be there along with prints and some other paintings. I'm excited for this experience! 

The women putting it on are really nice and the proceeds from the Tea will go to a good cause! 

Doesn't get any better than that! Wish me luck:)

Impressionist Lavender Field Painting

Impressionist Lavender Field Painting

click to view on etsy
Lavender Field and Sunflowers
8x8 inch
no frame needed
$100 

This contemporary impressionist lavender field painting is inspired by Spring! Click on the image to get a better idea of the colors and another view of the original painting. Lavender fields are so calming to look at, not to mention the smell and what that can do for you! The sunflowers add a nice contrast to the purple and make the colors pop. I also added some turquoise in there because all those colors look so good together! You can see some of the palette knife work and beautiful thick paint on here.

Well my daughter finished her first week at her new job and it's official now! It's the biggest sense of relief, knowing that she'll be ok. No more frantically searching the internet for grad schools and careers to make use of her BS in Psychology. It's a dream come true for her! I'm so happy for her! 

I'm going to reveal my big news next time, although it's not as big as I had thought. Isn't that the way things go sometimes. Until then, have a wonderful day and paint your world beautiful! 

New Poppy Painting!

Poppies in Bloom
16x20
oil
$460

Some new paintings

Pensive Melody
20x20 inch
oil on canvas
available here

The Last Rose
18x20 inch
oil on canvas
available here

I just finished these two impressionist figure paintings! I'm going to be starting some poppies now and am still planning another Southbay painting.
I received some awesome news about my art the other day but don't want to say anything until it's a done deal. I'll be sharing it as soon as that happens!

New Friday Sketch…nudes!

New blog post on my new blog! Just click here to read! 

#fridaysketch Party!

Here's my sketch for the week. I think next week I'll be working on some nudes to liven things up for the party! haha Maybe I'll get some people to join me. If you'd like to join me I'm inviting you to post your sketches on my Facebook page. 

I had a busy week of painting too! 

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I think Spring has cured my artist's block. I felt a little lost for a few months, but I'm back on track now and the creativity is flowing again! It must be winter…it happens almost every year. Oh how I wish I could live back in Southern California. It's hard when you're born and raised in the best weather possible and then have to move away. I still haven't given up on my dream of moving to Hawaii either, even though my husband doesn't want to anymore. Maybe he never did. Anyway, we will be moving sometime in the future because neither of us want to live here anymore, but for different reasons. I feel too isolated and he wants out of California. We're in a total disagreement of where to go. I want warm sunshine and a beach, he wants freedom and land. To be continued…

Meantime, I'll be painting away! I'm not sure about my new blog. I really like how it functions and the way it looks, but I can't seem to get you all over there. I understand, I don't like change either, or when things don't work. Hopefully it'll get going. 

Happy weekend! 

Sketch Party Friday!

I'm starting something new and doing it every Friday, on my new website! It's a Sketch Party! I hope you'll join me! Until then, I'll be partying by myself! haha

Been busy painting!

California Dream

Lavender Splendor

Two new ones. The color is not quite as bright as on here. Blogger automatically saturates the photos. I was actually going for a way more subtle warm feel on the first one. So if you want you can see a better  photo along with some close ups by clicking the links. 

Thanks for looking!

Be Mine!

Read more here! 

Making Some Changes…to peony painting

You can see the latest changes to my peonies painting by clicking here!  

This will take you to my new blog and website, I'd love to have you join me over there:) 

PS The giveaway is still going on in case you missed it! 

See you there! 

I'm Having a Giveaway! …on My New Website

For a chance to win an 8x10 print of this painting just pop on over to my new website and leave a comment there! If you'd like to subscribe by email, there's a place off to the side for that. You can also follow me on Google+ where you won't miss a post! Thank you and good luck! Right now I only have one entry so you're chances are good! :) 

Click here to enter

Jen

I have a new website, I hope you'll join me there!

I have a new website Jen Beaudet Art, I hope you'll join me there!

I've been working on this for over about 2 weeks now, but I've finally finished! It might not be exactly how I want it, I may need to change a few things, but I just can't wait to share it with you all! Now I just need to figure out how to get you to follow me there. I'll leave a link on here and will post a few times on here so you don't miss it. 

I ended up getting a little addicted to setting up my new website…that is, after I figured it all out. It's not the easiest thing to do but had to be done. I will miss this blog that Julie from Being Ruby set up for me. She was so nice to spend all that time and I really appreciate it. I just need my own website that I have control of, not Blogger. 

So here's the link to my new site. It takes you to the blog but there's much more on there than that! If you notice anything good or bad about I'd love to here your comments! Hopefully you can comment on there, if not please stop back here to let me know. 

Oh, my views are back! Yay! Strange thing.

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Jen

hmmm…trying to figure it out

I did something wrong. I'm not sure if I clicked the wrong button in my settings, or maybe it was something I said (I tend to get a little opinionated sometimes…something I'm working on! haha) Whatever it may be my views have dropped. I guess it could be what I'm posting or how often, maybe blogging is out of style. Anyway, for the new year, as I mentioned in my previous post, I'm working on a new website and hoping you will all follow me there! I hope to have it up in about a week (if all goes well) Now…back to my sleuthing…was it because I deleted some old photos? I realized the files were quite large with no watermarks on them. I work hard and don't want anyone stealing that hard work! I offer prints for a very reasonable price at FineArtAmerica. I think it might be because I deleted all of those photos form my old posts…ugh! I'll try and put them back with watermarks on them and see if that helps. 

Jen

Impressionist poppies oil painting

Through the Poppies
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I revised this painting from a few months ago. changed the flowers, added a path and a cute little cottage. I'm finally happy with. I used a palette knife completely on this one, except for the lower hills. That's the only area I didn't retouch. It's an 18x24 inch so it's just the right size for any spot! 

I'm excited to be working on a new website but remember what a hard time I have making little choices like the font to use. I have no problem when working on a painting, even abstract, but when it comes to graphic design I'm overwhelmed with all of the choices! 

I'll let you all know when it's done and hopefully you'll join me over there! 

Jen:) 

First sale of the year! Happy New Year!

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This one just sold! What a great way to start out the year! Happy New Year to everyone!

I have lots of things planned for this year! I'll have to tell you about them soon! 

Jennifer

Twitterartexhibit 2015!

Paris Inspired Mixed Media Figure Painting

24x36

I'm really enjoying my new passion for mixed media! This is the second one (I think) and definitely won't be the last! I used doilies for the lace areas and some moulding past for the dots. I like the drips and the colors. What do you think? What's your favorite part and do you think I should do more? 

Jen

A Quick Sale!

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This original sunflower oil painting is available now, today only, for 25% off the original price! Hurry before that piece you had your eye on is snatched up! :) Happy shopping! 

Jen

Happy Thanksgiving!

I'm so thankful this year! My mom is healthy! Can't ask for more! I hope everyone has enjoyed theirs!

Working on a new Peacock Commission!

This is my latest painting I've been working on. I'm using a palette knife for most of it, but start out with a brush to get some color down. This is my first peacock but I don't think it will be my last! 

Thanks for following me and my art!:) 

Jen

Weaverville in Fall

Weaverville California 

8x10

$150

My daughter's favorite time of year! It's so beautiful here.

Oooo la la! French Woman in Paris Rain

Paris Rain
by
Jennifer Beaudet Zondervan ©
16x20
mixed media
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I'm so intrigued by mixed media art, I thought I would give it a go. This one includes acrylic, oils,

oil pastels, charcoal, and fine glitter accenting the flowers and the tower. I designed the dress myself. How do you like it? Now I just need to go to Michael's to buy some fun stencil for my next piece!

Lady in Blue Painting

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16x20
canvas

This was inspired by peacock feathers. Someone just recently asked me to paint a peacock for a commission and the colors have been on my mind ever since.

Simple Lines Tonal Figure Painting

now available here

Tonal Figure #1

24x36 inch

Canvas

$400

If you follow me on Facebook then you'll know how this one came about. I just signed it…

I have a few different series of these in mind but have to see how you all like it first! 

Jen

Enchanted Forest

Enchanted 

Inspired by fall's light and a fresh look on life, this is what came out. I asked my Facebook friends on my fan page and I'd love to hear your thoughts too!... What is your interpretation of this image? How does it make you feel? 

Jen

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Art Auction for a Cure!

Bid here!

Just finished this one for Breast Cancer Awareness month! Your winning bid will go to your choice of Cancer Charity. Happy bidding! While I'm here I want to tell you about my mom and her surgery. It went as great as it possibly could! They took out her uterus and ovaries but found "very little" cancer so there was no need to take the lymph nodes! She bounced right back form surgery and is having a hard time resting. She's already to get out and about! Thank you all for your positive thoughts and prayers! 

Jen

Here's all of them!

This is a collage of all 30 of the challenge. I think I may have painted one extra but there's 30 here so I'll check later. This has been an awesome experience for me. Thanks so much for all of your support! 

Jen:)

I finished the Challenge!

Thank you Leslie Saeta for hosting this challenge! I don't have all the paintings prepared to post in this collage, yet, so I'll have to do that later. This has been a great learning experience for me and has also helped get me into a habit of painting everyday! Thank you all who found something special to add to your home! Out of this bunch, eleven have sold and I think one from the bunch I haven't posted yet. I did want to keep them all similar but ended up doing some quick watercolor "sketches" for lack of time. I'm still working on several commissions along with all of these. 

I hope that this challenge can help me focus in one direction. I'm jotting down a plan of action right now. If anything it's renewed my momentum to keep pushing forward! 

I think most artists struggle with this at times, (at least I think they do). It's not an easy business to pursue, that's for sure. Putting your art art out there is like putting a piece of your soul out for the world to see! 

Thanks so much for following me on my journey! 

Jen