Margret E. Short Fine Arts

Portland, Oregon artist Margret Short - a modern day master of 17th Century Dutch art using the chiaroscuro technique to create still life and floral paintings.

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The Story of Flowers for Saskia

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This new painting, Flowers for Saskia, came about because of the luscious red garment and hat in this Rembrandt painting of his wife, Saskia (seen in the background). Some months ago, I stumbled upon this painting, heretofore, unknown to me. My immediate thought was to do a copy of this splendid image and hang it in my studio to gaze upon every … [Read more...] about The Story of Flowers for Saskia

Doorman’s Record Tulipa

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Cupid's Arrow 11x10  Oil on Linen Margret E. Short copyright 2010 CM Russell Museum Masters in Miniature 2010 July 29 through September 11 Great Falls, Montana Being the hopeless and helpless mad scientist, I just can't help playing around with colors. Over the past while, RED has been on my palette and has been manipulated and pushed like … [Read more...] about Doorman’s Record Tulipa

River Bend Fine Art Grand Opening

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The Grand Opening event at the River Bend Fine Art Gallery on May 28th was a huge success. Many of the represented gallery artists traveled from long distances to attend the gala. Dave and I (below) always enjoy these events enormously even though the drive was about 4 hours. Jane has chosen wall colors that enhance the paintings but are … [Read more...] about River Bend Fine Art Grand Opening