In May of 1995, Mt. Hood Community College hosted a one-woman exhibit for me in their luxurious Fireside Room. This was quite an honor as I grew up in the area and, at one time, had attended a few art classes at the college. My Mom was a Golden Age Student there for many years. My childhood friend, Jeanette Crockett McDermid, wrote a press release … [Read more...] about Recollections of an Early Exhibit
Margret's Still Life Oil Paintings
Formal still life oil paintings came into popularity in 17th century Dutch when people became more affluent. They were also withdrawing from the rigid constraints of the church and could paint subjects other than from the bible. Still life oil painting has remained a popular form of expression since that time.
Revisiting The Zecchi Art Supply Shop in Italy
In the late summer and fall of 2003, Dave and I spent 10 lovely weeks in Italy. This trip was planned specifically for me to paint the beauty of the countryside and soak up the endlessly interesting Italian culture. Chantal Kelly, our talented travel agent, knew all the best and picturesque places to stay and we were never disappointed with our … [Read more...] about Revisiting The Zecchi Art Supply Shop in Italy
Anatomy of an Oil Painting
Some of the most frequently asked questions from both artists and collectors are, "What is your process, how do you decide what to paint, and how do you think through to the finish of an oil painting?" Sometimes this is difficult to describe but I find if I plan with great detail then paint the painting in my mind's eye, it is usually successful. … [Read more...] about Anatomy of an Oil Painting
Joker in the Tulip Bed
As many of you know, tulips are a favorite flower of mine. During the months (2006-07) of painting and researching for my Lessons from the Low Countries pigment project, I often incorporated tulips into my oil painting compositions. The reasons for this are simple. It is one of the most breathtakingly splendid flowers in the world and delightfully … [Read more...] about Joker in the Tulip Bed
Virtuosos of the Oil Painters of America at the Salmagundi, New York
Presenting the Artwork of Margret E. Short, OPA Opening Reception: Thursday, September 17 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the prestigious Salmagundi Club Forty-Seven Fifth Avenue, New York City Salmagundi Club at: (212) 255-7740 Presented by the Oil Painters of America … [Read more...] about Virtuosos of the Oil Painters of America at the Salmagundi, New York
Cannon Beach Arts Fest
Scorching temperatures are predicted for this coming weekend, but you can beat the heat on the splendid Oregon Coast at the Cannon Beach Art Fest. Plein Air and More is a city wide event and all the galleries will be participating with artists all around town and on the beach doing and talking about their art. I will be at the Bronze Coast … [Read more...] about Cannon Beach Arts Fest