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Contemporary Art

This week end, I will be in my first outdoor art show. Should be fun, and a learning experience. The weather is supposed to cooperate, but I am bringing a huge blue tarp just in case. I have been painting like crazy to get ready.

The show will be in La Veta, Colorado, this weekend, June 30 & July 1 ~ 10 am - 5 pm. They will be having food and live music, a parade and barbacue. Sounds like a fun time.

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SPACe Gallery Mixed Media Show
I’m in my first show in La Veta, Colorado. Very exciting! The gallery has posted pictures on their website. Those of you familiar with my work, will find it easy to pick out. (The turquoise tetragonal is one of my 4 pieces) I also took my skull sculpture, Speedy. He made quite a hit.
Here is the link: http://www.spanishpeaksarts.org/2007_shows_events/mixed_media_07.htm

Speedy, Animal skull sculpture My little 8×8″ paintings are selling very quickly. I have run out of 8″ canvases and am waiting for an order. In the meantime, I am painting some in the 12×12″ size. Should have a few ready to list by Wednesday.

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> Abstract Turquoise Painting #126 SOLD

Here is another small 8×8 Abstract Turquoise Painting, from the Geology Series. I have 7 more of these just finished . Just search for “INART”on ebay.

Abstract Turquoise Painting #118 Abstract Turquoise Painting #118 SOLD

Abstract Turquoise Painting #119 Abstract Turquoise Painting #119 SOLD

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Abstract Turquoise Painting #115

Here is another small 8×8 Abstract Turquoise Painting, Turquoise #115, from the Geology Series. SOLD I have 11 more of these listed on ebay. Just search for “INART”on ebay.

Abstract Turquoise Painting #116

Abstract Turquoise Painting #116, SOLD

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Abstract Turquoise Painting #114Abstract Turquoise Painting #114 SOLD

I am currently selling my smaller Contemporary Art Abstract Turquoise Paintings on Ebay. They are all the same size 8 x 8 inches. Each painting is unique and beautiful. Highly textured and detailed with veins and copper highlights. Start your collection today!

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Contemporary Art Spring Creek Painting,  click to enlarge.
24″ high x 30″ long. Acrylic, April 2007. Painting # 071706
Contemporary Art painting, “Spring Creek 101″, is finally done. Whew! Now I can take my glasses off. What fun all that color was to paint. Each rock is unique. Looks like you could pluck them right out of the painting, they look so real.
To see details and pictures see the link below: Spring Creek101 Details

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Here is the current painting in progress. The rocks are all done. Colorful, huh? Now I have to paint the ice. The 3 big, light blue rocks have ice on top of them, and the water flowing at the top has some ice on it. I have never painted ice before, and I am eager too try. So, I’m just going to sit, with my canvas, in front of the computer screen, and paint what I see.

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New Original Artwork by Liana Turnbull Bennett

I went on a hike to Zapata Falls last weekend. The falls were still mostly frozen, but the creek was thawed with a little ice left on the rocks. Took some pictures and ran them through the computer. Wow! The colors were amazing. With just a bit of tweaking, I got a photo I just had to paint.

Why do I get so excited about rocks? I just love them. I see each rock is a unique work of art, created by God, free of charge. I pick them up, bring them home, and squirrel these treasures away. My boyfriend is no longer surprised when he finds rocks in his truck. Good thing he loves me and understands my obsession.

I picked a 24 x 30 inch canvas, so I have room for all that detail. I am using acrylic paint, thinned down like watercolor paint. I love the effects achievable with watercolor paint, but I need the permanence of acrylic. Let’s face it, I am a klutz. And, my kitties are still too rambunctious to be trusted around jars of water and brushes. With watercolor, one little splash could make me an unhappy camper.

This painting has got me so excited, that I don’t want to put the paint brush down. I want to do more, and am planning the next painting in my head, as I paint. I’m thinking of calling this one “Spring Creek”.

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Contemporary Art Landscape Painting “Mountain Moods #103″ 12 x 48″ Acrylic & Mixed Media, March 2007. This is the third painting in “The Mountain Moods Series” For larger pictures and details see the link: Mountian Moods #103

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Mountian Moods #101 Original Painting

by lianabennett on March 19, 2007

in Contemporary Art

“Mountain Moods #101 12 x 48″ Acrylic & Mixed Media, March 2007
“The Mountain Moods Series” is a new series I have just started. This is another example of my innovative Recycled Plastics Technique. The recycled plastic gives the canvas a wonderful surface texture. This texture is not only interesting to look at but creates a desire to touch the piece. This extreme texture is unattainable with any kind of paint gels.

The texture is very 3-D. When view from across the room. this painting looks like just paint on canvas. However, when viewed up-close, the painting comes alive with texture. No matter the angle of viewing, the texture is apparent. The combination of recycled plastic, canvas, glue, and finally, colorful acrylic paint is my own original technique and design. This texture is even more amazing when viewed under dimmed lights. The play of shadows makes it take on a whole new life.
For Larger pictures and details see the link: Mountian Moods #101

Mountain Moods #102 SOLD

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