A Wonderful Day with my Art Buddies

I joined friends to tour the new Temple in Gilbert yesterday.  The beauty of the

interior was amazing.  Photos don't do it justice, so if you get a chance to tour

before it's "off limits" to us non-Mormons, do it!  Of course, we all studied the

huge paintings inside and marveled at the crystal chandeliers.  Pictured are

Sharan, Donna, myself, Judy, JoAnn, Ann, Stevie, and Barb.  Bev and Jean joined

us later for a delicious lunch at Sharan's house.  I'm afraid I'm not getting much

painting done lately.  The weather is fantastic this time of year, so I'm taking

advantage of the area's activities.  Summer and full time painting

will come soon enough!

Superstition Mountain Museum Heritage Days

I had a great time at the Superstition Mountain Museum during Heritage Days.  I got some terrific photos for future paintings and the view of the mountain and surrounding area is beautiful.
Next year I plan on joining the vendors there and selling my art.

One of the Apache dancers doing
a traditional dance
 

Two brothers, hoop dancer and feather dancer taking a break.

One of the Muleskinners who posed for my future paintings.

Website Update

I've taken some time to add a category to my website.  If you're in the

area, follow this link to check out the events I'll be taking part in through March. 

http://www.maryopat.com

 I love to have friends and family stop by to visit during the art shows. 

 I'm working on some larger acrylic abstract pieces right now and will be

posting pics of them soon.  Thanks for visiting my blog!

 

 

 

 

 



PAOA Studio Session

Portrait Artists of Arizona Studio Session Model

 

Here is a photo of our model posed for the painting

session yesterday in Scottsdale.  It was great seeing familiar faces

and meeting new people there.  Whenever artists gather together you can

be sure to find camaraderie and a willingness to share information.

"Blue Vase with Orange Flowers" Original Still Life Oil Painting by Arizona Artist Mary Opat

"Blue Vase with Orange Flowers Original Still Life Oil Painting

by Arizona Artist Mary Opat

 

14" x 11" Oil on Canvas

 

Here is another painting of flowers.  I used a palette knife

on the petals to give them some texture.  To view to purchase

my paintings, please visit: http://www.maryopat.com

"Blue Bowl with Apples and Orange" Original Still Life Oil Painting by Arizona Artist Mary Opat

"Blue Bowl with Apples and Orange" Original Still Life

Oil Painting by Arizona Artist Mary Opat

 

11" x 14" Oil on Canvas

 

To check out more of my

work or purchase online, please visit : http://www.maryopat.com

If you're in the area, stop by the downtown Chandler next

Friday evening, Jan. 17th between 6 and 10 p.m.  I'll be there along

with other area artists and a few of my talented friends.