tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-70305819286023819132024-03-18T21:58:22.592-05:00Almira Hill GrammerAlmira Hill Grammerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02964344551558296558noreply@blogger.comBlogger40125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7030581928602381913.post-8759499708212350152013-06-10T10:17:00.000-05:002013-06-10T10:21:12.079-05:00Dry weather and an American icon<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Well, we have finally settled into a blue sky summer weather pattern. We came through a few bad weeks of torrential rain, high winds, hail and devastating tornadoes. The cleanup is ongoing and the response from people from the USA and the world has been amazing. <br />
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Today I'm posting an American icon: the classic red barn. I've done several paintings of classic red barns and will probably do more. I have posted a 6" x 6" version on Daily Paintworks. If you are interested please go to Daily Paintworks and take a look.</div>
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Sombra, 12 x 12, acrylic on birch panel<br />
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Almira Hill Grammerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02964344551558296558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7030581928602381913.post-68990446485129602102013-04-29T19:12:00.001-05:002013-05-03T10:44:25.206-05:00A Joyous Time of YearI love spring. My first peony opened yesterday...a beautiful coral color. My purplse irises are in full bloom and I've been busy planting red geraniums. On May 11, Norman is having its second Open Studio Tour and I've decided to participate this year. I'm a little nervous about the tour because my studio is small and not very impressive. This time of years brings lots of art events: the Arts Festival in OKC (one of the best in the country), the National Juried Watermedia Exhibit (I'm happy to have a painting included in this show), the National Weathe Station International Juried Show here in Norman, the Open Studio Tour, the Mayfaire....etc. My show at the Governor's Gallery came down last week; I have boxes of paintings in my office yet unpacked. I will probably show some of them at the Tour in addition to the smaller paintings. My latest post on DailyPaintworks is "Garden Tools." If you are interested in purchasing, please visit DailyPaintworks.<br />
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I'm also posting a few more of my paintings that were in the capitol show. If you would like more information about the paintings, please contact me.</div>
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Almira Hill Grammerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02964344551558296558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7030581928602381913.post-34596609401584269362013-04-03T10:25:00.001-05:002013-04-03T10:27:25.868-05:00Spring Cleaning $SALE$I'm posting two paintings that I did a few years ago; both are framed and ready to hang. The colors are bright and clear; in fact, these photos don't do them justice. I would like to see them go to a good home, so I'm offering them at a <span style="color: red;">special price</span>. If you are interested, please click on my <span style="color: red;">DailyPaintworks Gallery</span> link and email me. <br />
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Almira Hill Grammerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02964344551558296558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7030581928602381913.post-23952962233472788612013-03-26T14:18:00.000-05:002013-03-26T14:21:20.323-05:00A Spring PreviewThis time of year it is hard not to notice the shy spring colors that are giving us a preview of what is to come. The color in this painting reflects that preview. Although our grass isn't a carpet of green yet, there are little patches of green popping up here and there. Also, the golden jonquils outside my bedroom window are show stoppers...as is this little barn. You can purchase the painting tomorrow on DailyPaintworks.<br />
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<br />Almira Hill Grammerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02964344551558296558noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7030581928602381913.post-10750284433441542182013-03-24T13:42:00.003-05:002013-03-26T14:20:33.744-05:00Shades of SpringThis little 4 x 4 is of a utility shed that was originally red, but the hot sun has faded it to pink over the years. I think a pink utility shed is a great idea and you really notice it as you drive by. Maybe utility shed manufacturers should consider some luscious new colors instead of the usual reds, browns, tans, and greens etc. This painting is for sale on Daily Paintworks. <br />
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Almira Hill Grammerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02964344551558296558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7030581928602381913.post-83495072049014436002013-03-24T13:36:00.000-05:002013-03-24T13:36:52.881-05:00The Large and the Small<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Almira Hill Grammerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02964344551558296558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7030581928602381913.post-15401335519886742732013-03-19T10:09:00.003-05:002013-03-19T20:16:48.011-05:00Governor's Gallery Exhibit<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
My work is currently being shown in the Governor's Gallery in the Oklahoma State Capitol building. It will be there until April 21. This is one of the proudest moments of my art career. If you want to read about it and get a preview of the work in the exhibit, go to <a href="http://www.arts.ok.gov/">http://www.arts.ok.gov/</a>. In the <strong>Art at the Capitol</strong> drop menu, click <strong>Exhibitions</strong>, click <strong>Governor's Gallery</strong>.</div>
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Almira Hill Grammerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02964344551558296558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7030581928602381913.post-26971923169677727662012-07-12T16:27:00.001-05:002013-03-19T09:52:06.134-05:00OppositesToday I'm posting two opposite examples of vintage architecture. The old farmhouse just visible above the summer grasses sits under a midsummer hazy sky, while the second painting is of a vintage house in town that reflects the architecture of the 20s and 30s. My friend calls it the refrigerator house because it reminds her of the old fridges with rounded corners and chrome. My mother had a Frigidaire. Those old fridges had a lot of character and I think this house does too. For purchasing information please click on Daily Paintworks. <span style="color: red;"><strong>SUMMER SALE!</strong></span> All 4" x 4" paintings priced at $70 are reduced to $60 + S&H. To view what is available, go to <span style="color: red;">My Gallery</span> in Daily Paintworks.<br />
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Almira Hill Grammerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02964344551558296558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7030581928602381913.post-39010660347505250552012-07-05T11:14:00.000-05:002013-03-19T09:52:40.652-05:00My ViewI spotted this old house as I driving up through the northern part of our state. It was on a low rise and almost obscrued by weeds and brush. In the painting I opened it up a bit so that more of the hosue is visible; then I painted it lavendar, which I think suits the house. To purchase this small painting, click on Daily Paintworks for more information. <br />
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Almira Hill Grammerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02964344551558296558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7030581928602381913.post-25185888421252615852012-06-21T15:06:00.001-05:002012-06-21T15:06:39.372-05:00Someday, I'll paint flowers<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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We have had a beautiful spring this year. It hasn't been overly hot (in the 100s last year) and my garden is healthy and in bloom. I'm not a flower painter; I usually take a lot of photographs of my flowers--but I'm tempted to paint some portratis of my lillies--they are breathtaking.<br />
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<br />Almira Hill Grammerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02964344551558296558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7030581928602381913.post-54409128486358331882012-06-15T11:12:00.000-05:002013-03-19T09:53:45.719-05:00The Long Hot SummerI haven't posted in awhile, tying up some loose ends before the long hot summer begins. I shared an open house with an artist friend of mine that was given by the Norma Arts Council. We had good attendance and received good feedback. The artists who participated also had two pieces in a special exhibit the weekend of the open house. I am pleased to say that both of my pieces sold. It always makes me happy when someone enjoys my work enough to want it in their home or collection. Right now, my husband is building panels for me in preparation for a very exciting solo exhibit in early 2013 (more on that later). I have to prep them and get them ready for paint BUT all of those pristine, empty panels scare me. I always have the pre-jitters of what if I ruin this panel--what if the painting is a failure, and so on. Once, I get in the "painting-groove" I'm okay and if probelms come up, I solve them. <br />
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Here are two little 4" x 4" barns that I painted during the open house. If you are interested in purchasing them, please click on<strong><span style="color: blue;"> DailyPaintworks</span></strong>.<br />
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<br />Almira Hill Grammerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02964344551558296558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7030581928602381913.post-68836868330186681842012-04-30T09:40:00.001-05:002012-04-30T09:40:34.513-05:00Old SchoolhousesAs I drive along the backroads of our state, I often come across an old schoolhouse. Some of these wonderful old structures have been converted to churches or other uses, but most of them are abandoned and left to rot. Sometimes, someone will convert one into a family home, which I think is a great idea. I did find one that had been converted to a community center and another one in the northern part of the state that is part of a reconstructed prairie town, along with a church and railway station. This schoolhouse sits abandoned near a very busy interstate and is surrounded by industrial growth. It's a very impressive structure, larger than most I've seen, and I think its lines are beautiful. Of course, it is pretty much boarded up, but I decided to remove a few boards and paint it as it might have looked long ago (maybe a little more colorful). I will probably paint it several times from different angles, as I think its future is doubtful. Click Daily Paintworks for purchasing information.<br />
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As I said in my previous post, I'm amazed by the different shapes and sizes of chicken coops. This fancy little coop is on a farm east of town. It's not being using to house chickens any more, but I think the chickens who lived there were in a little higher tax bracket than others. This is why I named it "Condo Coop." Please click on <strong>Daily Paintworks</strong> for purchasing information.Almira Hill Grammerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02964344551558296558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7030581928602381913.post-41488703342575850252012-04-20T14:30:00.001-05:002012-04-20T14:30:04.142-05:00Oh, those chickens<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAoNVjP6yKSXFaAAWs3wWQjc4yK4ut5gVr5Owm3GsHnv7bK8esBGmvktlW09iPpVCFBhPsm6dPtugSiGa9UMCB9GsLigJZpoVVshxpow3Q-3yoE-zSw3c1tFeCNcxeINu3ZFtygesUOCEK/s1600/009.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="317" qda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAoNVjP6yKSXFaAAWs3wWQjc4yK4ut5gVr5Owm3GsHnv7bK8esBGmvktlW09iPpVCFBhPsm6dPtugSiGa9UMCB9GsLigJZpoVVshxpow3Q-3yoE-zSw3c1tFeCNcxeINu3ZFtygesUOCEK/s320/009.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>Chicken coops come in all shapes and sizes. I found this little coop between an old house and barn on one of my day trips. I have painted several coops; I guess they remind me of the chickens in the coop on my grandma and grandpa's farm. I used to help my grandmother gather fresh eggs when I visited. As a result, we always had a huge, tasty breakfast complete with homemade biscuits and jelly. Yummm. For purchasing information, please click on <strong>Daily Paintworks</strong>.Almira Hill Grammerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02964344551558296558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7030581928602381913.post-76613809428021667782012-04-17T15:10:00.000-05:002012-04-17T15:10:36.434-05:00Big Sky Country<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>We recently drove up to Alva, OK to pick up some paintings from the Graceful Gallery. It is located in the northwest part of the state near the Kansas border. It was a beautiful clear day: brilliant blue sky and fresh green open pastures. The young soy carpeted the fields for miles and miles with its bright yellow blooms. My kind of day! When we do day trips I'm always on the lookout for interesting structures, especially old barns and abandoned houses. I spotted several on this glorius day and the little 4" x 4" paintings I posted yesterday and today are two of my discoveries. If you are interested in purchasing this painting, please click on<strong> Daily Paintworks</strong> for information.<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This litle 4" x 4" acrylic painting will probably turn into a larger painting at some point. If you are interested click on <strong>DailyPaintwords</strong> for purchasing information.</div>Almira Hill Grammerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02964344551558296558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7030581928602381913.post-60348275054339122812011-12-01T10:53:00.000-06:002011-12-01T10:53:59.196-06:00HomesteadThe old homesteads are quickly disappearing, but from time to time, I'll come across an abandoned one. If you are interested in purchasing this piece, please click on Daily Paintworks. A tabletop easel is included with the painting.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Homestead, acrylic on cradled wooden panel, 4" x 4"</td></tr>
</tbody></table>Almira Hill Grammerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02964344551558296558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7030581928602381913.post-19834481766037406172011-11-28T09:38:00.000-06:002011-11-28T09:38:57.947-06:00MoonlightBlack Friday and Cyber Monday! Wow! Ample opportunities to get the bargains. I'm not much of a shopper--not one to camp out or stand in line. I like to shop the Internet; it's easy and in the comfort of my home :>) I especially like to shop for art on the Internet; I have my favorite artists and I try and keep up with what new pieces they have to offer. Today, I'm posting a little 4" x 4" painting called "Moonlight." I hope you like it. To purchase, please click on Daily Paintworks.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Moonlight, acrylic on cradled gessobord, 4" x 4"<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Almira Hill Grammerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02964344551558296558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7030581928602381913.post-66556252443009124632011-11-24T08:13:00.000-06:002011-11-24T08:13:17.892-06:00Barn #4Today is Thanksgiving and it will bea quiet one for us. I'm going to pop a turkey in the oven though and have something good to eat later on in the day. I hope all of you who follow this blog have a wonderful day of thanks, and I'm thankful for all of you. <br />
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To puchase this painting, plase click on Daily Paintworks.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Barn #4, acrylic on cradled gessobord, 4" x 4"<br />
$70 (S&H included, easel included)</td></tr>
</tbody></table>Almira Hill Grammerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02964344551558296558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7030581928602381913.post-80855356280266317042011-11-21T12:28:00.002-06:002011-11-24T08:03:27.823-06:00Barn #3<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Barn #3, acrylic on cradled gessobord panel, 4" x 4"<span style="color: red;"> Sold</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>Barn #3 is painted in shades of green. Believe it or not, there are green barns out there. The green usually fades to a more coppery (is there such a word?) color over the years. For purchase information, please click on Daily Paintworks. Remember, you can hang the barn on the wall or place it on the tabletop ease that is included with your purchase.Almira Hill Grammerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02964344551558296558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7030581928602381913.post-41614396057848095302011-11-18T09:34:00.002-06:002011-11-21T12:44:01.482-06:00Barn #2In addition to the picture of Barn #2, I'm including a picture of the tabletop easel that is included with the painting. Click on Daily Paintworks to purchase.<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqqC5t4-cATRjAcssRELD6-d_kFqiXd-UqExtQvbKYQbkl5wwqX90TmO5g3wPAULNgefJrCz60jHWqnZqZtQqK9ej7VhjdjaaZ4r5gSTzzvbUyDDfbnsaYT2zl_lup4sp39aoxB85n1hzW/s1600/002.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" hda="true" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqqC5t4-cATRjAcssRELD6-d_kFqiXd-UqExtQvbKYQbkl5wwqX90TmO5g3wPAULNgefJrCz60jHWqnZqZtQqK9ej7VhjdjaaZ4r5gSTzzvbUyDDfbnsaYT2zl_lup4sp39aoxB85n1hzW/s200/002.JPG" width="165" /></a></div>Almira Hill Grammerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02964344551558296558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7030581928602381913.post-87770892509878935182011-11-17T16:36:00.002-06:002011-11-21T12:46:00.644-06:00Barn Series<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I'm painting a series of 4" x 4" barn that can be hung or placed on a small tabletop easel. This is a very affordable series and perfect for holiday gift giving. All of the small paintings are $70 each and comes with a black, wooden tabletop easel, S&H included. Click on DailyPaintwords to purchase Barn #1.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Barn #1, acrylic on cradled gessobord, 4" x 4"</td></tr>
</tbody></table>Almira Hill Grammerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02964344551558296558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7030581928602381913.post-20981275861003122892011-11-10T08:54:00.000-06:002011-11-10T08:54:54.118-06:00Back to the BarnsWell, the ground is relatively quiet. We had a 4.6 aftershock Sunday night--which I didn't feel eventhough everyone else did! Today, it's a beautiful fall day: crisp air, blue skies and golden leaves that are falling to the ground.<br />
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I'm posting another prairie barn today. As I drive through the countryside I take photos of these old barns that pop up on the horizon. They are primarily used to store hay or other materials. Many of them are disappearing and being replaced by metal structures. The painting can be purchased on my Daily Paintwords link.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Prairie Barn II, acrylic on cradled birch panel, 6" x 6"<br />
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Here's a new small painting of a vintage hangar that I drive by when I go to the Y. I love the look of the old hangar. It probably dates back to WWII. It's available for sale on my Daily Paintworks site.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Vintage Hangar, acrylic on cradled birch panel, 6" x 6"<br />
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</tbody></table>Almira Hill Grammerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02964344551558296558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7030581928602381913.post-64263754536010294342011-10-22T09:21:00.000-05:002012-05-02T08:24:47.255-05:00I'm BackIt has been awhile since I've added any paintings to this blog. I've been working on larger paintings for some shows I have coming up; therefore, I put aside my smaller paintings. I am posting a new smaller painting today that is destined for a holiday gift shop, and I intend to produce more for my blog and for Paintworks. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Stone's Throw, 6" x 6" acrylic on cradled birch panel<br />
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