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Margret E. Short Fine Arts

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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Great Conversations!

June 16, 2007 by Margret Short

One of the most enjoyable things about a function such as this is meeting people and talking about paintings and art. All throughout the event guests asked questions about pigments and the 17th century techniques. As you can imagine, I was most happy to tell of my research experiences. … [Read more...] about Great Conversations!

Lawrence Gallery Reception

June 16, 2007 by Margret Short

The reception at Lawrence Gallery for the exhibit, Lessons from the Low Countries, June 7, 2007 was most exciting. First Thursdays in the Pearl District of Portland are usually hugely attended and very festive and this one was no different. The staff at the gallery, Gary and Signe Lawrence, Susan, Diane, Herschel, Jan, Kayley, Jenevive, Nazli, and … [Read more...] about Lawrence Gallery Reception

Katayama Framing

June 13, 2007 by Margret Short

It quickly became very clear over the months of planning that it would take a huge amount of work, resources, and delegating to present an exhibit such as Lessons from the Low Countries. I knew it was important to employ the expertise of reliable companies with excellent reputations. After much searching, I found the perfect frame supplier with all … [Read more...] about Katayama Framing

Fable Attraction

June 8, 2007 by Margret Short

Fable Attraction by Margret E. Short 2007  Sold     9x10 Oil on Linen Inspired by the Palette of the 17th Century Dutch Lessons from the Low Countries Lawrence Gallery, Portland, Oregon Copyright Margret E. Short … [Read more...] about Fable Attraction

Discretionary Palette

June 8, 2007 by Margret Short

Discretionary Palette by Margret E. Short 2007 Sold       9x10  Oil on Linen  Inspired by the Palette of the 17th Century Dutch Lessons from the Low Countries Lawrence Gallery, Portland, Oregon Copyright Margret E. Short … [Read more...] about Discretionary Palette

Lilac Mania

June 8, 2007 by Margret Short

Lilac Mania SOLD by Margret E. Short 2007 Inspired by the Palette of the 17th Century Dutch 12x12 Lessons from the Low Countries Lawrence Gallery, Portland, Oregon Copyright Margret E. Short … [Read more...] about Lilac Mania

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