"Flight of the Heron"

D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2013

Many heron land in our small pond during Spring, Summer and Fall.

Yesterday during the snow storm I was thinking of them, 

flying over our house, 

looking for a path through the trees to land safely into the pond.

They are so beautiful! I fell in love with these majestic birds.

I am always excited to watch them standing still,

getting ready to catch a frog or a fish,

almost invisible as they blend into the brush.

Now, my binoculars sit idle on the table,

waiting for Spring to return.

Until then, during this winter,
I will make a series of paintings celebrating their flight.
"The Flight" is the first of the series.

Encaustic on panel
Bee's wax, colored pigments, transfer, collage and burnt shellac.

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"NH Open Doors" weekend

 

D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2013

For the firs time, I participated in the NH Open Doors weekend.

I didn't know what to expect 

as I shared my good friend Jessie Pollock's studio. 

Jessie is also an encaustic painter and extremely talented.

I was happily surprised 

to see that a good number of visitors came to visit us on both days.

The weather was sunny and cool 

but perfect for a drive in the country.  

People came from different part of New England 

and were very curious about the encaustic process.

I did enjoy sharing and describing this ancient technique with them.

By the end of the weekend 

I sold four paintings including this large encaustic, displayed above,

which I titled "Brume Matinale".

It was one of my favorite encaustic piece 

and I was a bit sad to see it go.

Our creations are like our children in a way 

and I felt like my child went away!

Encaustic on panel

Bee's wax,  colored pigments, collage, transfer, burned shellac

16" x 16"

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Maupiti Island, work in progress

D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2013

I am still working on this encaustic piece.

When I study it I feel that it needs more texture,

particularly at the bottom of the painting.

I have to be careful as I tend to overdo it!

This image came to me from a memory.

During my trip to French Polynesia,

alone, I visited this tiny island not far from Bora Bora. 

I rented an old bicycle and spent the day admiring
and exploring the island's wild beauty.
The wind on my face felt very refreshing as I peddled away.
My lungs were filled with the scented air,
wild flowers surrounding me caressed me with their rare perfume.
I felt free and happy.
I never wanted that bicycle ride to end!
Often I recall that particular day...

Encaustic on Panel
Bee's wax, colored pigments, shellac, transfer
16" x 16"

Brume Matinale

D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2013

I have been experimenting with textures on my encaustic paintings.

Brume Matinale (Morning Mist) has many wax layers, 

crevasses and pleasant transparencies.

I can't wait to work on my next experiment!

Encaustic on panel
16" x 16"

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Why do you like Bansky?

 It is very interesting to see what people feel 

when looking at the new Bansky silhouette,
in New York City. 

Watch this video....
Do you agree with the thoughts expressed?

http://video.vulture.com/video/Banksy-Panic-with-Jerry-Saltz#c=S8TZG21HR9Q0CT8M&t=Banksy%20Chat%20with%20Jerry%20Saltz

At Home With Louise Bourgeois

This is an article about Louise Bourgeois. 

I wanted to share it with all of you. 

She was quite an interesting woman and artist!

Let me know what you think about this article!

http://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2013/oct/18/at-home-with-louise-bourgeois

Torch and Palette Studios

The "Torch and Palette Studios" gallery is now on Facebook.   

Classes, workshops and event will be posted regularly. 

Come visit and like "Torch and Palette Studios".

https://www.facebook.com/TorchandPalettestudios

Open Studio 2013

I took this video to share my paintings and sculptures 

by Gerry Friedman exhibited during the Open Studio.

We had a great turnout of wonderful art lovers.

I had a great time!
Enjoy your visit! :)
 

Fall Foliage Art Studio Tour

New work in encaustic - on panel

Encaustic - on paper

Once again, I am participating in the Fall Foliage Art Studio Tour.

Come experience a glorious weekend of Fine art and fall foliage 

in the Monadnock region of New Hampshire. 

Artists open their studios for a self-guided tour showcasing 

sculpture, painting, drawing, jewelry, fiber, photography, 

glass, pottery, wood turning and fine furniture.

Go to www.fallfoliageartstudiotour.com for artist's videos and map.

"Lotus and Dragonflies"

D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2013

I love lotus flowers, lotus pods and dragonflies.

For this painting I used Bee's wax and colored pigments,

 shellac, shellac inks and transfers.

Encaustic on panel

12"x12"

"L'Oiseau Bleu"

D.M. Le Bris copyright 2013

Spring is finally here.

I created this painting to celebrate it.

Winter has been too long this year!

I used bee's wax and color pigments,

shellac, shellac inks, India ink and transfers.

Encaustic on panel

8" x 8"

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"Les Marquises - Hiva-Oa"

D.M.Le Bris Copyright 2013

I have been thinking about the Marquesas Islands these past weeks.
The winter has been long and I yearn for warmth.
I had the chance to travel to French Polynesia in 2000
where I stayed and painted for 3 months.
It was a dream come true to live in Hiva-Oa
where Paul Gauguin spent the last 3 years of his life.
I was able to understand his fascination
with the Maori people and their culture.
The red, orange and green are a gift from Gauguin,
The Tiki and hibiscus are a gift from the islands.

 Encaustic (bee's wax and color pigments),
shellac, India ink and transfer on wood panel

12" x 12"

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"Beyond My Window Panes"

D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2013

Three herons passing beyond my window panes...
It was a challenge working on this encaustic painting.

I enjoyed the struggle and discoveries that came with it.

Encaustic, shellac, India ink, collage and transfer on Wood panel.
12" x 12"

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"La Grande Demoiselle"

D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2013

I have been working hard in my studio these past month.

I switched to encaustic on wood panel.

I love painting with encaustic on paper 

but I needed a change during these cold month.

La Grande Demoiselle reminds me of summer

for which I am longing for.

 Outside the snow is falling.
From my Studio's window the landscape is beautiful.

Encaustic on wood panel
8" x 10"

"Last Snow"

D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2012

I love the colors in this one.

There is only a few lines in red.

I wanted to experiment with softer colors 

and put aside my favorite red.

I think it worked.

Encaustic on paper

11"x14"

Earth Tapestry #2

D.M. Le Bris copyrighted 2012

I love creating these Earth Tapestries.

I added gold encaustic for delicate details.

It brings life to this abstract landscape.

Encaustic on Paper

First of a series

D.M. Le Bris copyright 2012

This is the 1st of a new series which I titled

"Earth Tapestries"

Encaustic on Paper

"Earth Tapestries" New Encaustic Paintings

I just finished hanging 26 encaustic paintings 

at Jaffrey Civic Center, 40 Main Street

 Jaffrey, New Hampshire.

The show will run from  

August 24th through September 24th.  

If you can go take a look.

Awakening

D.M. Le Bris copyright 2012

Spring is here! 

After the long winter I wanted to paint 

awakening, hope and rebirth.

Encaustic on panel

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My Book "HIVA-OA In Search of Paul Gauguin"

My childhood dream was to visit Tahiti and Hiva-Oa,

where Paul Gauguin created such amazing masterpieces.

It took 40 years before I was able to accomplish that dream.

I am very fortunate that my dream came true.

 This is one page of the book I am currently working on.

During my 3 months stay in the Marquesas Islands, 

I wrote an artist journal talking about my daily experiences, 

while sketching, drawing and painting. 

Daily Paintworks Auction #5

 

 "Sous le Pont Neuf"

It is cold outside!

Under one of the most beautiful bridge in Paris,  

a group of tired travelers gather around a fire to warm up.

I used a palette knife and fingers to give texture.

This painting is painted on water color paper.

The painting comes with a white mat which will fit into a 8"x10" frame.

No longer available

http://www.dailypaintworks.com/buy/auction/32850

Daily Paintworks Auction #5

"Twilight on the Lagoon"

I still dream of Bora Bora and its lagoon.
I remember the magnificent skies at twilight. 

From memory I created this painting.
I used a palette knife and my fingers to create texture.
The painting comes with a white mat which will fit into a 8"x10" frame.

Interwiew + Small demo/Encautic on Paper

Daily Paintworks Auction #3 & #4

Auction #3

 

"Masquerade"

I always loved Venice and its "Mardi Gras" Carnival.

I created this painting from memory,
after a visit to this beautiful Italian city.

I used watercolor, acrylic and oil pastel on watercolor paper.

I used a palette knife and fingers to give texture to this painting.

The painting comes with a white mat which will fit in a 8"x10" frame.

No longer available

Auction #4

"Medieval City"

I always loved medieval cities.

As a French school girl my family and I
would visit old ramparts and castles during weekends and holidays.
It was a very special time for me.

I was such a dreamer, my imagination would always run wild.

When walking through the small streets
I always felt surrounded by mystery.

The old stones of the buildings seemed to have absorbed
all the past inhabitants' secrets,century after century.

What were those secrets?

I used watercolor, acrylic and oil pastel on watercolor paper.

The painting comes with a white mat which will fit into a 8"x10" frame.

No longer available

Daily Paintworks Auction #2

 The auction for this painting begins today and will end in 7 days

"Parting of the Red Sea"

To Bid for this painting 

please click on the link below

http://www.dailypaintworks.com/Buy/Auction/32336

Daily Paintworks Auction #1

As of today, I now belong to "Daily Paintworks" were I'll be posting my paintings for auction.

"Longing for Spring"

This painting will be for auction, beginning tomorrow 1/13/2012.
The auction will close on 1/20/2012.

To bid on this painting 
please click on the link below.

http://www.dailypaintworks.com/buy/auction/32181

"Holiday Fine Art Show"

Yesterday, I drove to Portsmouth, NH 

to deliver my paintings for the upcoming Holiday Show.

What a lovely ride!  The weather was perfect....

Three of my Encaustics on paper and six of my Mixed Media paintings will be exhibited.
Come and take a look.

Opening Reception

Friday, December 2nd
5pm-8pm 

November 30th through December 31st

 Robert Lincoln Levy Gallery,
136 State Street,
Portsmouth, NH  

"Opening on November 4th 2011"

D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2011

My encaustic painting "La Dune-Normandie"

was accepted into the 12th Annual,

Joan L. Dunfey Memorial Juried Exhibition,

in Portsmouth, NH.

Reception for the opening

Friday November 4th 
from 5pm-8pm. 

 Robert Lincoln Levy Gallery, 
136 State Street, 
Portsmouth, NH  

"Fall Foliage Art Studio Tour" was a success!

The art tour was a success.  

We had 82 visitors which is amazing....we live so far from everything! 

I only expected 50 - which was last year's number.

I sold some of my encaustic paintings 

and much interest was given to my work.

It was fun all around!

The sculptures are the work of Gerry Friedman, a wonderful artist.

Fall Foliage Art Studio Tour

These past few weeks, 

I have been very busy matting and framing work

preparing for the upcoming 

"Fall Foliage Art Studio Tour" 

Columbus Day Weekend

Saturday October 8th and Sunday October 9th

10:00am - 5:00pm

Come and join us for a fun day.
It is a free event.
Refreshments will be served
with a smile and good conversation.
Hope to see you there.

Gerry Friedman talks about his art

I hope you'll enjoy this video.  

His sculptures are wonderful...

Talking about art....in my studio

I spent Saturday morning with filmmaker Bruce Barlow.  

Although I find it hard to discuss my art with anyone, 

Bruce was so low key and patient, 

I felt quite comfortable;  I was able to talk.

"Moving Earth" Earth and Sky Series #6

D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2011

The earth is moving.....
10" x 8"

"Strike me down" Earth and Sky Series #5

D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2011

As a child I was terrified of thunder storms.

 I am still frightened by their power of destruction

although I am fascinated by their beauty.

Encaustic Monotype on paper

16" x 20"

"Fields of Gold" Earth and Sky series #4

D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2011

In this painting the earth is covered with a blanket of gold...

Encaustic Monotype on paper

14" x 11"
36cm x 28cm 

"Ancient Land" "Earth and Sky series" #3

D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2011

Encaustic monotype on paper

 20" x 16"

"Earth and Sky Series" #2"

D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2011

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Encaustic monotype on paper

Where the earth and the sky meet.....

"Earth and Sky Series" #1"

D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2011

Encaustic monotype on paper

My studio was renovated during the Winter and Spring months.

It is now ready and I just began working again.

I have been spending everyday painting with bee's wax.

Also called encaustic, I find this ancient medium very exciting, 

although a bit capricious.  

One needs the perfect temperature when working with wax and paper.

The Final Exhibit of the Year

Two of my paintings are displayed at the Jaffrey Civic Center.

The show will run from

November 19th, 2010 to December 18th, 2010.

Opening reception:

November 19th,  5:00PM

Come and join us.

"A Coming Together" 

is one of the painting I entered in the show.
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Art Tour was a success

We had perfect weather for the "Fall Foliage Art Studio Tour" weekend. The sun was smiling upon all of us. Fifty art lovers found their way to my studio. It was fun, exciting and enjoyable interacting with the visitors. I sold two paintings, two prints and many cards.
I am enclosing two pictures of my studio and two others of budding artists who came to visit.

Inspiration overtook her - she created a small masterpiece

Pencil needs sharpening!  
Getting ready for the creation of a special piece of art. 
She gave it to me before departing.

 Here is the little masterpiece.
Her name was Danielle and she made it for me because
she was "Little" Danielle and I was "Big" Danielle.
This is precious!

"Fall Foliage Art Studio Tour" Saturday October 9th and Sunday October 10th

On Columbus Day Weekend, 25 artists will share their passion for art with the public.
I will be one of the artists.
This is the first year I am participating in the tour.   
I am very excited. 

Here is the link to the Tour info and map.

http://sitekreator.com/fallfoilage/main_page.html

New Ipswich Artist's League - Group Show

The Group Show at the Jaffrey Civic Center in Jaffrey, NH 

is up until Saturday 0ctober 9th, 2010.

Nine of my paintings are exhibited.

"Red Earth"

 D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2010
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I remember Huahine, an island not far from Tahiti.
I rented a bicycle and toured the island.
I traveled for six hours - many hills made my legs suffer,
  but the scenery took my breath away.
As I look from a hill's top, I discovered this incredible site of
red earth and pink sand caressed by the lagoon's turquoise water.
From memory I created this landscape
recalling the light,
the Tiare flowers' scent
and the magic of the pink sand.
I used my fingers and a palette knife to create texture.

mixed media on archival board

Publish Post

5" x 7"
13cm x 18cm 
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"Spring Morning"

D.M. Le Bris Copyright 2010

This winter has been hard!
Snow, sleet, rain, severe flooding everywhere.
It is time for Spring to return and shower us with gifts of beauty!
I created "A Spring Morning"
thinking of the wonderful color palette,
a feast for the eyes,
as earth awakens from its winter sleep.
I used my fingers and a palette knife
to give the painting some texture.

 Mixed media on archival board.
7"x 5"
18cm x 13cm

Beautiful Day!

What a beautiful, magical morning!

The landscape is quiet;
wrapped into a soft elegant white blanket.

The snow en-robed forest seems to be petrified, waiting...
Waiting for the first kiss of Spring.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

These are my Christmas windows this year.
I created them for a wonderful boutique in Peterborough, NH.

It is time to get back to painting!

For the past year due to house renovation and having a new addition to my family - my granddaughter - I have been slightly derailed. Although I did paint, it was not everyday!!! I am beginning again and my resolution for 2010 is to paint everyday... I use two rooms in my house, the tiny dining room which I transformed into an art library/studio; there, I paint my miniatures. The easel is in the sitting room on the north/west side of the house. Now that I am set up I can begin...