I Hate Computer problems.....

Wow! It's February and March is around the corner. We've had the worst winter here in Texas and we all know how my computer loves cold winter weather and don't forget thunder storms in the spring. I've had the worst computers problems lately. That's pretty much why I've been a little absent to this blog.
My day consists of when the computer works..I can get shipping labels printed, email customers, and try to upload photos. I can't wait for summer!
I've included some recent work that was sold to a client that has a Westie terrier. She loves my work and wanted her dog included. They turned out great....Thanks again Kathy!

Have a great day! Marnie V.

1st Hawk Art for 2010

" My Mouse House"
size- 5x7x1/4"
100% recycled canvas board

So here is the first painting of Hawk for 2010 which is available still in the shop...for now.
Klause the mouse is a busy body that knows just about everything that goes on in the house where Hawk lives. His mouse house is located in the back mudroom of the house where new critters that enter get questioned. Hawk visits him daily to get the house news. Super cute!

Below are a few more paintings that are available to buy at ART251.
Send them an email if you are interested.

"Little Camper"
6x6x1 1/2"
Acrylic on canvas

"Hawk Soars Over Eagle Forest"
18x18x3 /4" ( perfect to frame)
Acrylic on canvas

Welcome 2010!

*SOLD*
"Camp Out Marshmallow"
Original Painting 24x24x1 1/2"
Acrylic on Canvas

"Yellow Bear"
6x6x1 1/2"
Acrylic on Canvas

"Hawk the Dog"
6x6x1 1/2"
Acrylic on Canvas

I'm welcoming myself onto this blog actually. I've been so busy...honestly...I think the end of 2009 was my busiest of the entire year. And with Christmas thrown into the mix, made it even crazier. I didn't even have time this year to bake for neighbors and friends for the holiday and who knows what they thought about that. I've made treats for people every year and this season it didn't happen.
I also had a solo art Hawk show at a local modern art gallery in my town. I've actually sold quite a few pieces but there are still more left. Above are some that are still available. If anything interests you you can contact ART251 for prices and they will ship in the US. They have more, which I'll post tomorrow. I have another show(gallery walk) that's going on in a couple of weeks also so that should be pretty busy as well. I've been painting a lot of Hawk.

I also made the decision to close down my Dallas showroom due to the fact of the economy and the buyers for stores just aren't attending shows due to the economic status. It hasn't affected everyone, just for some reason me in Dallas. I'm not saying I won't return but for now my Los Angeles showroom Thea is booming :) Thanks to my fabulous rep Brandi! So if your a store and your looking for my art a show contact brandi@theashowroom.com
She can give you show dates for the entire year of 2010.

So what will be coming in 2010..I know your wondering....
Here's a sneak speech!

New galleries that will be showing Hawk art!

New paintings of Hawk and friends on Bamboo wood panels:) 100% eco Love that!

NEW updated J.AUSTINRyan website- thanks to my fabulous web girl Melanie at Grapevine Creative.

Oh...and my 1st ever book deal to illustrate a children's book :)....I get chills every time I think about how exciting this is...hard work...but sooo excited! I can't wait!

Well, I'll be back tomorrow to post the first Hawk painting for 2010.
It involves wallpaper, a mouse, a little door, and of course Hawk himself!

Toodles! Marnie V.

Humbugs of the Holiday Season

Just thought I send a Holiday Greeting of Ba Humgug! to the Postal worker who stole four shipments of art two weeks ago from me. And to the Postal Service as well who completely acts oblivious to it all. My items were even insured and had tracking. And this is their answer, " Well...we just can't locate them." "We will contact you when they are found." Yeah right!

Just what I need when I'm preparing for a solo Hawk show next week.
Have a great day! Marnie V.

Hectic.....schedules

Hectic schedule is the story of my life these days. I'm busy painting preparing for my first solo art show on Dec. 11th. Hawk will center stage and I'm so excited. My personal life is full also. My boys are finishing up there football seasons, wrestling season is starting, and my husband just finished his Masters Degree. We are so proud of him. He walks this Friday night and I'm hosting a huge PARTY for him this weekend...which I'm trying to get ready for as well.
Did I mention we have a Super Bowl football game for my son Austin's team and a wrestling Tournament on Saturday. I'll let you know how I survive.

And in the mix of all of this, I of course still have time to schedule Jason with Munfy.com, to come take some Christmas photos of my boys. Above is my oldest Jacob. He truly is an amazing son. He's 13..almost 14 on Dec.15th, just finished his football season and now it's wrestling season. Our theme for these photos was football, as you can see.
They came out amazing and soon I'll be posting more...well, in a couple of weeks.

So, I won't be on the blog much over the next couple of weeks due to life functions, Thanksgiving, and preparing for this HUGE art show. :)

Have a wonderful week! Marnie V.

My Halloween

Hope everyone had a wonderful Halloween...I did.
Even Garrett came over to say hello or scare me. He's the little boy on my website.
He cracks me up! Love you G!

Of course, my kids thought it would be fun scaring little boys and girls this year.

My son Austin carved this pumpkin....he did a great job!

And, this is where I sat all night passing out candy and drinking coffee to stay awake
after our long day of football games.
Thanks for looking!
Marnie V.

Holiday Goodness!

Hello everyone! This week I'll be adding a lot of cool and pretty items to my Etsy shop.
One in which are these adorable little mini art ornaments. They are simply perfect all year for art to adorn your wall. Then during holiday time, place them on your tree.
So keep a look out:) Have a great day! Marnie V.