"Lake Barbara - Laguna Canyon" - 6" x 12" Oil on board

Had a wonderful day painting in Laguna Canyon at the Nix Center.  A little walk away is this hidden lake. 

"Heisler Park - Laguna Beach" 8" x 16" oil on Board

Painted En Plein Air during the Laguna Beach Invitational.

"A Peter's Canyon Morning Glow" 9" x 12"  oil on Board

 Juried into Orange County Fair- 2016

Achieved the morning glow that I witnessed the morning I took the photo. 

"A Touch of Gold" 5" x 7" oil on Board

Finally getting back to painting!   I have been ill for 4 weeks now and had not felt much like painting.  I did a quick couple hour painting, so very much impressionistic which is quite fun.  I call it, "A Touch of Gold".

"Fruit of our Labors" - 9" x 12" oil on Board

Today's painting.  I don't know what to call.  Any suggestions?  I still may work on the face a bit.  Still trying to get in creative brush strokes.

Third Place and Honorable Mention at the OC Fair!

Peter's Canyon - End of Trail 
8" x 10"
3rd Place at the OC Fair - 

Plein Air Division

Santiago Oaks - Historic Dam 9" x 16"  Honorable Mention at OC Fair

Professional Oil Painting
Division

Feeling Blessed -  Two paintings sold today and it is raining! 
Back Bay Show and Sale - July 18, 19

Come join us in our Back Bay Plein Air Show.

First time involved in this type of sale and painting style.  I hope to learn a lot from this great experience!

Orange County Fair Acceptance!

Yeah!  Just delivered the 4 paintings that have been accepted into the Orange County Fair.  This is exciting because they accepted my old traditional style paintings and the new impressionistic style I have been trying.  The use of the palette knife has been helpful.

"Enthusiasm" - 5 x 7 inch Oil on Hardboard

Orange roses are a mixture of red and yellow roses and have a high level of energy encircling them.  Maybe it's the color,  the resemblance of the sun or warmth of a glowing sunset.  They are often associated with passion, excitement and enthusiasm.  This rose has a glow about it and was accomplished by glazing.

"Bridge at Toketee Falls"

One of my favorite places to go - in winter, spring, summer and fall.  This is the bridge you first see when starting your hike into Toketee Falls in Oregon.  The snow is fresh and the green moss is of lime green.  What a contrast in colors.  The fall brings many different colors to the area.  One day I will paint the fall in Toketee Falls.

5 x 7 inch Original Oil on Hardboard by Terry Ann Stanley 

"Mending the Foal"

5 x 7 inch Original Oil on hardboard
by Terry Ann Stanley

I just loved the idea of these two brothers, the older brother showing the younger brother the ropes of the trade. I chose the colors to enhance the highlights and bring focus to the center. Miniatures have been a challenge when it comes to the fine details. Leave the caffeine alone or the details become harder to accomplish.

"Yellows - Violin and Sunflower"

5 x 7 inch on hardboard
by Terry Ann Stanley
www.terrystanleyart.com

My childhood violin. Would love to start playing it again, but it is in bad shape and painting it will suffice for now. The harmonica is a little easier to carry around.

I was trying some yellows out in this picture. I have a larger painting I started but have not had the motivation to finish. This smaller version has given me some incentive.

"Temple of Love" at The Huntington


12 x 16 inch Original Oil Painting
by Terry Ann Stanley (www.terrystanleyart.com)

The Huntington Library has always been a favorite of mine and the challenge of painting a statue has always been a challenge I have wanted to pursue. Now that I have been approved to paint on the grounds, I have many statues to choose from. This statue has been one of my favorites.

I was able to complete this within a day.

I plan on creating more art at this fabulous Gallery and Gardens.