New Website

 

 

 I haven't posted for quite a while, 
I have been very busy creating new work.
All my encaustic tools have now been put aside but
I plan to paint with hot wax again soon.  
My new website is now online;  

Its design is simple and easy to navigate. 

The portfolio of my work is separated into five collections.

1) Oil and Cold Wax on Paper
2) Oil and Cold Wax on Panel.
3) Encaustic on Paper.
4) Encaustic on Panel.
5) Small Work. 

 

Danielle M. Le Bris Fine Art

 

 

 

Newsletter for the Art Tour

D.M. Le Bris©2019

My newsletter for the Art Tour is done...

Now I need to print it. 

Another month to go for the Fall Foliage Art Studio Tour. 

Always an exciting time to talk to all the visitors and share our ART.

Oil and Cold Wax Experiment #7

D.M. Le Bris©2019

I forgot how strong the odor of oil paint was….

My studio is next to my bedroom and
the odor is creeping under the door.
Waking up during the night I want to open the door,
go in and start a new painting.
Is that a good sign? I think so...
It is interesting but, whatever abstract mark I make
I always end up with some kind of landscape.
So, I guess I need to go with the flow...
Abstraction will come when it is ready...
Middle of the night project...Still in progress.
My first try on "oil paper"..

16" x 18"
Oil and Cold Wax
on Oil Paper

Oil and Cold Wax Experiment #6

D.M. Le Bris©2019

On Strathmore 18" x 24" mixed media pad,

I painted with Oil and Cold Wax
and came up with these three paintings.

 My goal was to create three atmospheric abstracted landscapes.

They were a challenge but, I believe they work well together. 

Unfortunately when I pulled the blue painter's tape off 

it ripped some of the paper around the paintings...

  I"ll  have to mat and frame them  

or mount them on a cradled board, separately.

Oil and Cold Wax

on Mixed Media Paper

Oil and Cold Wax Experiment #2

D. M. Le Bris©2019

I spent the afternoon working on these two paintings.

I was experimenting with cold wax and oil paint.
Mixing together the cold wax and the oil paint - 50/50 ratio.

In the past I have used Encaustic (hot bees wax with oil pigments)
 which is a very different technique.

I find cold wax very challenging but exciting at the same time.

It is going to take a while for me to master this new medium.

Oil and Cold Wax

on Mixed Media Paper

Experimenting with Cold Wax

 

D.M. Le Bris©2019

I haven't posted for a while, life got in the way!

 I put away my encaustic paints and my favorite torch for a while 

and began playing with oil and cold wax...

Here are 2 experiments on mixed media paper. 

They are on the same paper, 

not sure if I should separate them 

forcing them to be single!  

 Should I or Should'nt I ?

Oil and Cold Wax on Mixed Media Paper

Merry Christmas!

D.M. Le Bris©2018 

Joyous songs and Christmas cheer...

May love, laughter and friendship be yours all year!

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

2019 Calendars

D. M. Le Bris©2018

My 2019 calendars are in...only 9 left.

There are 13 images of my paintings 
in this new wall calendar.
Constructed with heavy, matte cardstock
and glossy images.

SIZE in INCHES:
11"x 8" 3/4 closed
11"x 17" 1/2 open

Available in my studio 

or in my shop on Etsy:
 FREE shipping until December 31st.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/472891146/wall-calendar-2019-images-from-original?ref=shop_home_active_1&frs=1


For more images visit my Etsy Shop

"The Raven"

D.M. Le Bris©2018

I saw a raven in my garden!

Beautiful, large bluish black bird.

Impressive!

I always wanted to paint a raven so.... here "He" is!

Encaustic and Mixed Media 

on Cradled Birch Panel

5" x 5"

SOLD

This painting is No longer Available on

The DAILY PAINTWORKS website;

but if you'd like to see more works do
Follow this link below:

 https://www.dailypaintworks.com/artists/danielle-m-le--bris-2496/artwork

"Le Jardin"

D.M. Le Bris©2018

I have always been fascinated by gardens

 hidden behind walls. 

I saw them in France and in England as a child. 

So much mystery! 

 In my studio, I painted this encaustic painting

 drawing upon my memories. 

I used encaustic (hot bee's wax and mixed media) 

oil pigments, imagery, drawing, 

tree stamp/seal and many layers of wax. 

5" x 5"

Encaustic and Mixed Media

on Cradled Birch Panel

This painting is AVAILABLE on

The DAILY PAINTWORKS website.

Follow this link below:

https://www.dailypaintworks.com/artists/danielle-m-le--bris-2496/artwork

"Love Birds"

D.M. Le Bris ©2017

The snow covers the ground, 

the wind is howling and the temperature is below zero...

I am longing for warmer weather,

in my garden,

 where I can listen and watch

all the beautiful, colorful birds.

In my studio I created this painting

 while thinking

of the yellow finches of summer's past.

Encaustic and Mixed Media

on Cradled Birch Panel

5" x 5"

This painting is AVAILABLE on DAILY PAINTWORKS

Follow the link below.
https://www.dailypaintworks.com/artists/danielle-m-le--bris-2496/artwork

OR
Also AVAILABLE in my ETSY Shop
Follow the link below.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/570125942/original-encaustic-painting-great?ref=shop_home_active_1

"Libellules"

D.M. Le Bris ©2017

I have a small pond in my backyard. 

During the summer I can enjoy watching the delicate dragonflies 

flying gracefuly above the water. 

 They come in many shape, form and colors. 

They were my inspiration for this encaustic painting I titled "Libellules" 

which is the French translation for Dragonflies.

Encaustic and Mixed Media

on Birch Panel

5" x 5"

SOLD

"Simplicity"

D.M. Le Bris ©2017

A single red flower in a green field

would attract anyone's attention.

An elegant and fragile red poppy

is definitely an inspiration for a new encaustic painting.

Encaustic and Mixed Media

on Birch Panel

5" x 5"

SOLD

This painting is available on Daily Paintworks
Follow the link below

http://www.dailypaintworks.com/fineart/danielle-m-le--bris/simplicity/638659

"La Belle Tour"

D.M. Le Bris ©2017

In my studio I was thinking of my youth, 

Paris and the Eiffel Tower.

Then I decided to create this fun little painting.

Memories flowed in and out...

It made me smile!

Encaustic and Mixed Media

on Birch Panel

5" x 5"

SOLD

This painting is currently on Daily Paintworks

Follow this link:

https://www.dailypaintworks.com/fineart/danielle-m-le--bris/the-tower/638235

"Coquelicots"

D.M. Le Bris ©2017

Poppies are  elegant but so fragile while dancing in the wind.

"Coquelicots" is their French translation.

Red flowers sparingly dotting the green landscapes

 were a familiar site in my country walks, during my chidhood.

Those memories were my inspiration for this painting.

Looking at it, I can actually feel the breeze caressing the petals.

Encaustic and Mixed Media

on Birch Panel

 5" x 5"

AVAILABLE

This painting is available for sale on the Daily Paintworks site

http://www.dailypaintworks.com/fineart/danielle-m-le--bris/coquelicots/638019

"Welcoming the Moon"

D.M. Le Bris ©2016

After an early walk in the mountain 

I was inspired to create this painting.

The air was fresh, the moon still in the sky 

and the yellow flowers seemed to welcome the morning, 

saying goodbye to the fading moon.

This painting is now available on Daily Paintworks.

Encaustic and Mixed Media

on Birch Panel

5" x 5"

SOLD

Please follow this link to Daily Paintworks.

http://www.dailypaintworks.com/fineart/danielle-m-le--bris/hello-sky/637807

"Blue Bird"

D.M. Le Bris ©2017

I just added this pretty blue Bird

to my Etsy Shop.

Perfect gift for Christmas, Birthday 

or any other occasions

Encaustic and Mixed Media
 on Birch Panel

5" x 5"

SOLD

My 2018 Encaustic Paintings Calendar is now on Etsy

 

D.M. Le Bris©2017

My 2018 Calendar is now for sale,
in My Etsy Shop.
Thirteen of my Encaustic Paintings will be featured;
Just in time for Christmas,

To visit and to see all the paintings featured please follow this link.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/472891146/only-5-left-wall-calendar-2018-images?ref=shop_home_active_46

"Le Hibou de Tonton Francois #4"

D.M. Le Bris ©2017

Just finished this painting for the open studio
on Columbus Day Weekend. 

The imagery has a history close to my heart.
As a young man, my uncle Francois had an owl as a pet. 

He adored it just like he loved his bee's
- hives were hiding in the field. 

This painting was done in his honor. 

I have done another version of this painting
but this one is the largest so far. 

Encaustic and Mixed Media
on Birch Panel

12" x 6"

SOLD

Opening Reception - Click on image to enlarge.

D.M. Le Bris©2016/2017

My 12" x 36" Encaustic and Mixed Media Painting 

"Earth Tapestry #5" 

was selected by juror 

for the 82nd Regional Art and Craft show 

at the Fitchburgh Art Museum , Massachusetts. 

Opening Reception: 

Friday June 23rd  6-8pm 

The show will run from June 23rd to September 3rd.

"Earth Tapestry #6"

D.M. Le Bris ©2017

I worked all winter on this encaustic painting,

looking to create atmosphere and texture. 

It reminds me of an early morning, 

foggy day on my pond.

Herons always come and visit, 

quietly inspecting the water for tasty morsels.

Encaustic and Mixed Media

on Birch Panel

18"x 14"

AVAILABLE
To purchase visit the link below
https://www.etsy.com/listing/518542582/original-encaustic-painting-by-danielle?ref=shop_home_active_1

"Seafaring Tale"

D.M. Le Bris©2015

I just added this encaustic painting

"Seafaring Tale"

to my Etsy Shop.

Encaustic and Mixed Media
on Birch Panel
10"x 10"

AVAILABLE
To purchase visit the link below

https://www.etsy.com/listing/472636430/gift-for-sailors-gift-for-herhim-home?ref=shop_home_active_4

Happy Veteran's Day

D.M. Le Bris©2014

This painting is in honor of all the veterans out there.

Thank you for your service.

We are proud of you.

This card is now available in my Etsy shop.

www.etsy.com/shop/torchandpaletteart

"Santa"

D.M. Le Bris©2016

This vintage Santa is now part of my collection of Christmas Note cards.

I added a snow flake cut out design to make it more festive.

These cards are now available in my Etsy Shop.

www.etsy.com/shop/torchandpaletteart

Christmas Card #3

D.M. Le Bris©2016

"Cardinal and Roses" is a new encaustic painting (SOLD)

which I thought would make a lovely Christmas Card.

The card is now part of my inventory in my new Etsy Shop.

www.etsy.com/shop/torchandpaletteart

Christmas Card #2

D.M. Le Bris©2016

"Walking With Peace" is the title of this painting 

which I thought would make a lovely Christmas card.

It is now available in my Etsy Shop.

www.etsy.com/shop/torchandpaletteart

Chrismas Card

D.M. Le Bris©2016

Preparing for Christmas...

Yes it is that time already!

Weather is getting cold fast...

Last night temperature dropped to 31 degrees Fahrenheit.

This is one of my favorite Santas.

I took this photo a few years ago and 

I thought putting Him on one of my cards would be perfect.

You can find my Christmas cards in my Etsy Shop.

www.etsy.com/shop/torchandpaletteart

"La Grenouille"

D.M. Le Bris©2016

I just added this journal and a set of five matching cards

in my Etsy Shop this morning.

More to come...

www.etsy.com/shop/torchandpaletteart

My Etsy Shop Icon

D.M. Le Bris©2016

Today, I worked a bit more on my Etsy Shop.

I needed an Icon for "Torch and Palette Art".

I spent most of the afternoon shooting different set ups.

After a few tries, I settled for this photograph.

I used this palette during my Art School days.

It brought many wonderful memories to mind and made me smile.

I think it will bring me luck! 

www.etsy.com/shop/torchandpaletteart

ETSY SHOP

Today I had some difficulties with the opening of my Etsy Shop.

It is now fixed and everyone can visit at their leisure.

Enjoy!

I should add some gifts to my shop in a couple of days.

See you soon and thank you for your interest.

www.etsy.com/shop/torchandpaletteart

I now have an Etsy Shop

My Etsy shop is now open...

Just in time for the holidays.

I will offer my encaustic paintings, giclee prints, 

note cards, calendars and gifts.

Here is the link below:

www.etsy.com/shop/torchandpaletteart

"The Gift"

D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2016

At times I find these lovely gifts 

of colorful feathers trapped on a branch.

I collect them and keep them 

as if they were treasures. 

Encaustic and Mixed Media

on Birch Panel.

6"x 6" 
SOLD

"Another Blue Bird"

D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2016

Just saw another Blue Bird.

Encaustic and Mixed Media

on Birch Panel

7"x 5"

SOLD
For purchase visit my Etsy link:
www.etsy.com/shop/torchandpaletteart

I am a winner in the DPW Monthly Contest

D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2016

   

"A Little Music"

D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2016

Spent the morning experimenting with mixed media.

Listening to the birds chirping in my garden.

This is what I came up with....

It reminds me of a medieval garden.

Encaustic and Mixed Media

on Birch Panel

5"x 5"

AVAILABLE
For purchase visit this link:
www.etsy.com/shop/torchandpaletteart

"Paris Que J' Aime"

D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2016

Paris is flooded 

so are other parts of France.

Thinking of them 

I made this mini-encaustic.

Encaustic and Mixed Media

on Birch panel

5"x 5"

AVAILABLE
For purchase visit this link:
 www.etsy.com/shop/torchandpaletteart

"Libellules"

D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2016

Dragonflies are so beautiful!

There are so many colorful varieties

 flying in my garden, near our pond, 

including them in my paintings

 seems very natural to me.

Encaustic and Mixed Media

on Birch panel

5"x 5"

SOLD

"Blue Bird in My Garden #3"

D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2016

I love blue birds and I try new ways 

to attract them to my garden. 

Wild flowers, bird houses...

This new painting, with all its wax layers, 

is my way to show these birds 

in their magestic beauty. 

Encaustic (Bee's Wax and Mixed Media)

on Birch Panel.

5" x 5" 

SOLD

"Blue Bird #2"

D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2016

The good weather is back....so are colorful birds.

Another blue bird in my garden.

Encaustic and Mixed Media
on birch panel

5"x 5"
SOLD

"Cockatiel and Butterflies"

D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2015

This commission was done for a patron 

whose cockatiel passed away.

He wanted to remember it surrounded by butterfllies.

This is the image I created for him.

He was very pleased with the painting and 

I was happy my creation made him smile.  

Encaustic and Mixed Media
on Birch Panel

7"x 5"

SOLD

Winner - 3rd Place

D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2015

I am very happy to learn that my "Owl In My Garden"

 won the 3rd place in Daily Paintworks Contest. 

Such a nice surprise!

   

"Going West"

D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2015

I just added this encaustic painting "Going West" 

to my DailyPaintWorks gallery.

10"x 10"
Encaustic on Birch panel
Bee's Wax and Mixed Media
AVAILABLE

One can find it here:

 http://www.dailypaintworks.com/artists/danielle-m-le--bris-2496/artwork

"Hummingbird In My Garden"

D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2015

Here is another hummingbird painting for my 

"Birds In My Garden" series.

Once again I am playing with depth and colors.

5"x 5"

Encaustic on Birch panel
Bee's wax and Mixed Media
SOLD

"An Owl in My Garden"

D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2015

There is an owl in my garden...

I hear it every evening calling to his mate.

Early in the morning his sits, 

on a branch, facing my front door.

Is he waiting for me to say "Good Morning"?

7" x 5"

Encaustic on Birch panel

Bee's Wax and Mixed Media
SOLD

"Blue Bird In My Garden"

 D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2015

Atmosphere...

Dramatic Depth...

Colors...

That is what I wanted to accomplish

while working on this mini encaustic painting.

I am happy with it!

5"x 5"

Encaustic on Birch panel

Bee's Wax and Mixed Media
SOLD

"Cardinal"

D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2015

Native American lore says 

if a cardinal crosses your path or attracts your attention, 

there may be a romantic relationship in your near future.

They are magnificent birds!

This is the first time that I include it in one of my paintings.

5"x 5"

Encaustic on Birch panel

Bee's Wax and Mixed Media
SOLD

"Hummingbirds Paradise"

D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2015

As the weather is getting colder

I am remembering warmer days!

I love hummingbirds flying in my yard 

during summer months!

I recreated that moment 

by creating this very decorative piece.

I smiled during the whole process.

5" x 5"

Encaustic on Birch panel

Bee's wax and Mixed Media
SOLD

"The Blue Bird"

D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2015

The weather is getting cooler and 

for the first time, this fall, 

I made a fire in my wood stove.

Dreaming of Spring and Summer

I created this blue bird painting.

 I decided to play around with the wax layering effect...

I think this painting shows how the wax can create magical depth. 

5"x 5"

Encaustic on Birch Panel

Bee's wax and Mixed Media
SOLD

Fall Foliage Art Studio Tour

Fall Foliage Art Studio Tour is around the corner....

This coming Saturday and Sunday 10am-5pm.
Twenty five artists will open their studio to the visitors.
For a map and directions visit
www.fallfoliageartstudiotour.com

I'll have some delicious refreshments, 

 great conversation and of course
beautiful art to look at and enjoy...

Bring friends and family.
It is kids friendly.

Everyone is welcome