The Black Cats Have It!

I miss having a black cat. Long ago, as a young adult we had a black cat named Sasha. She was a handful, all wirey and spry. But I loved her yellow eyes, sleek body and fun-loving nature. Now years later, we have a German Shepherd and at nine years old, he isn't too keen on sharing the household. One day we will have another black cat. I guess that is why they keep finding their way into my paintings - wishful thinking!! This little ACEO has three feline hopefuls for me. One day....*sigh*! You'll find my latest original ACEO on eBay. Hope you're enjoying the slowly changing season!

Moonstruck for a Spooky House

I am really getting into the fall mindset, with the season's bright orange, yellows, reds and browns, the rustle of leaves and the smell of a fire - despite our 100+ degree weather this week! The full moon last night was spectacular. I sat in front of the window sill and stared at the glowing orb hanging in the night's sky, just marveling at its beauty. It gave me more momentum to finish this original watercolor postcard, "The Spooky House." It will be listed tonight in my eBay auctions. Hope your last weeks of summer are pleasant! Happy Haunting!

Budding Halloween Artists Can Win Big!

What: A Kid's Halloween Art Contest
Who: Children ages 10-14
When: Now thru August 31st, 2010. The winner will be announced by September 7, 2010
Where: Online at the EHAG Facebook Page and EHAG Blog
How: Parents email an image of your little ghoul's Halloween themed artwork to ehaagartists@hotmail.com along with the young artist's name, age, date, contact info, title of piece and medium used.
Prize: $100 gift certificate for art supplies from the winner's art supply store of choice.

Be as creative as possible and all artwork must be completed solely by the young artist. We ask that no gore be depicted. Artwork will be judged based on originality and use of medium, and all mediums will be accepted. (All EHAG family members are excluded from participation.)

The members of the Eclectic Halloween Artist Group (EHAG) are obviously not the first generation to create Halloween art, and we certainly will not be the last. So, we decided to sponsor a kid's art contest that both celebrates our most favorite holiday and nurtures their creative spirit! And as we know, there must be children out there who love to create Halloween art as much as we do! So why not encourage them today!

Good luck, and we look forward to seeing your creative Halloween art entries!

Halloween Manor ~ Won't You Come In?

Maybe Halloween Manor is a bit too scary on this night! 

Who is behind that tree?

Is that a ghost on the roof? 

Look, there's a witch in the window!

 Holding hands, the three children might have enough courage to pass the black cats and maybe the ghosts. But a cemetery too? They may just stand and stare for a while and then run home! 

 My original 9" x 12" watercolor painting is now available on the EHAG Emporium, tonight, July 31, for $150, plus shipping! Please email me to purchase this one of a kind original art created on 140 lb. Arches watercolor paper and Windsor Newton watercolors. 

Then, head on over to see all the spooky art from my talented friends of Eclectic Halloween Artists Group, EHAG. It will be live tonight at 9 pm Eastern. Happy Halloween!

 

Climb Aboard the Halloween Hayride!

I have always wanted to climb atop a wagon filled with hay for an old fashioned hayride, especially on Halloween! The fall colors surrounding me while enjoying the crisp country air. Now, I've finally gotten my wish...at least I can dream. Take a peek at my latest watercolor now on eBay.

Enter the EHAG Emporium Blog Giveaway!

All of you Halloween art lovers will find another outlet to get your fix, only this one is free! The EHAG Emporium is giving away three awesome Halloween ornaments to ONE lucky winner! You need to leave a comment on the blog to enter and there's opportunities to be entered multiple times. What are the prizes?

The three giveaways this month come from Sheila Bently, Chris Klinger and Allen Cunningham, respectively. So hurry over to the EHAG Emporium to be entered. The winner will be announced the day before the Emporium unveils the next selection of art offered by EHAG's juried artists. So remember, one giveaway winner will be selected July 30 and the EHAG Emporium art unveiling takes place on July 31. Sounds like a spooktacular couple of days! 

The Haunted House on the Hill

The moon is bright and fall is here. By the looks of things at this house, it's Halloween! Three young trick or treaters stand outside the gate. Do they dare head in for some candy? This is a 9"x12" watercolor celebrating my favorite night...Halloween! Lots of detail in this piece, which can be framed to an 8x10 if need be. Available now on eBay. It's always Halloween in Wilcox Manor!

Happy Birthday STJ!

Don't forget to stop over at SpookyTimeJingles.com to see what the celebrating is all about. Fabulous artists selling Halloween and Christmas all year round for two years running! The festivities also mean lots of door prizes this month. Drop your name in the hat for a chance to win, or make a purchase for even more chances at grabbing a prize. I donated a little Christmas ornament for the event. Remember, it's the 13th of every month, which happens tonight Eastern! Grab your favorite beverage and take a stroll through all the delightful contemporary folk art. See you there!

Spirits Rise!

She calls to those who have crossed over, asking for their guidance and for answers. What spirits will she awaken using her crystal orb? Find out as she makes her appearance on July 13, when the original mixed media art becomes available on SpookyTimeJingles.com. The spirits have told me there will be much art to be had! 

Stay Close

It's Halloween and the moon is full. Stay close while we tour the town cemetery. Who knows what lurks in the shadows there. You don't want to be left behind! An original Halloween watercolor  available on eBay, starting Sunday, 6 pm, PDT. Happy Haunting!