Rocky Cliffs

The east coast is characterized by rocky cliffs made up of blues, greys and browns that contrast nicely with the greens in the pines.  This painting, another on its way to the Wright Gallery, is 24x36 and nicely brings me home to the coast of Maine.

Crashing waves

A nice larger format painting with our great New England waves...cold in the summer but oh so refreshing! One of several paintings I'll be delivering to the Wright Gallery in Kennebunkport this week. Helloooo summer!  Painting 18x36 on canvas.

"My Wall" at J. Todd Gallery!

I am so proud to be a displaying artist at the J. Todd Galleries in Wellesley- with approximately 45 of my paintings on site.  And with their second location opening April 20th at 492 Main Street in Chatham (right across from the Chatham Bars Inn), I have fulfilled a desire to show my work on the Cape. I hope you'll stop in and say hi to Bob and Phyllis if you go down to Chatham or happen to be in Wellesley, and please tell them Holly sent you!

Looking Up!

"Afternoon"  size 30x40 original acrylic on canvas.  When I hike in the woods or ride along the coast, the warm orange glow on the top of shaded trees is my favorite color, up against the perfect purples and blues that natures knows belong next to their complementary colors.
This painting is available exclusively through J. Todd Galleries.
Please email your inquiry to: fineart@jtodd.com

Atlantic Awakening

The onset of spring always brings the onset of beach paintings for me.  This snowy winter has me longing for warm days and evenings in Maine or on the Cape.  This beach is 18x36 and looks great over a mantel.
This painting is available exclusively through J. Todd Galleries.
Please email your inquiry to: fineart@jtodd.com

Red Buoy

The coast of Maine is my favorite, and I could spend endless time wandering a dock looking at the colors and textures that can be found in and out of the water. This dock is 20x24 and comes with everything but the sound of seagulls!
This painting is available exclusively through J. Todd Galleries.
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Yellow Clearing

Another new painting for J. Todd...maybe this one will make it down to their new location in Chatham this April! Size 24x36, it's the trees that I'm drawn to!
This painting is available exclusively through J. Todd Galleries.
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A Sunny Afternoon

A recently-delivered new piece to J. Todd in Wellesley- this sunny afternoon painting had me wishing for the warm summer breezes and rustling leaves so typical of New England...I know...it's almost here! Size 18x24, original acrylic on canvas.
This painting is available exclusively through J. Todd Galleries.
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An abstract that I have been looking to paint for a long time- and I'm glad I did. It's a painting of a red reflection, and I like to think of it as a newly painting Maine barn showing its colors in a nearby stream. This is a big one 36x36.

Commissioned- Old Friends

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The original painting for this favorite winter scene is large- 30x40, and I was happy to revisit it in a smaller size. This commissioned piece was completed a few weeks ago, sized 18x24.

Commissioned pair

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I painted this commissioned pair as a Christmas gift for a coworker. Both panels are 12x12 and contain complementary colors. I hear they were a hit!

Sunny Forest

Another requested large-format painting, I was inspired by my trips to the White Mountains in October with my previous school each fall. The high strong pines with just a hint of remaining color on the deciduous trees- and oh that smell of balsam firs! Size 36x36.
This painting is available exclusively through J. Todd Galleries.
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Sunniest Birches

Painted large by request of J. Todd Gallery, I was happy to paint this popular subject, one of the staples of a New Englan forest. Size 36x36.
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Winter Stream

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Yes, being from New England, I still very much enjoy painting SNOW. Of course, I get to pick the ideal snowy scene, and this one, with strong reflections in the deep blue waters seemed perfect. Size 18x24 on Gallery wrapped canvas.

Distant Lillies

I had a terrific OPEN STUDIO weekend last weekend, and this painting received a lot of attention. I am enamoured with Monet and his impressionistic style is what encouraged me to try acrylics. This painting is 18x36, a mere spec next to one of Monet's panels, but I continue to paint larger every day and who knows, an 8'x 8' might just be in my future!
This painting is available exclusively through J. Todd Galleries.
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Boston Design Home 2012

I'm very happy (ok, and proud!) to announce that one of my paintings is featured in Boston Magazine's Boston Design Home 2012!! Here is the link to the showing...www.BostonMagazine.com...that's my painting on the right!! Thank you to J. Todd Galleries www.jtodd.com in Wellesley for having faith in my work- I SO appreciate all that you do for me!

Clearing

As summer storms move across the marsh and dissipate over the ocean, I love the surprises that appear. In this case, a perfectly white cloud showed itself, and the rain off on the horizon eventually ended. Size 12x12, this is one of the paintings I hope to bring to Maine soon to stock up The Wright Gallery's inventory.

Plum Island Retreat

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By far the most popular subject that is requested at J. Todd Gallery, I was happy to paint this scene in a LARGE format. This painting measures 30x48 and would look spectacular over YOUR mantle! To be delivered to the gallery later today....

Dark Forest Blues

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This large painting came together nicely, and I enjoyed the spaces between trees and leaves and the texture of the front field. It's a big one, but it looks great on a large wall! Size 30x48.

Sunset divine

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A reprise for a painting that was well received, I repainted this one to a larger size of 18x24; it was based on a photo taken off Mere Point near my home in Brunswick Maine. This is the 4th of four paintings I delivered to the Wright Gallery in Kennebunkport Maine yesterday.

Wells, Lowtide

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The third of four delivered to the Maine gallery, the WRIGHT gallery, this week! Size 10x20, it's just what my beach looks like in the evening, at lowtide

Blue Dunes

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The second of four recently delivered to the Wright Gallery in Maine, this one measures 18x24 and captures the great blues I find in the water and sand at the beach.

Crabby!

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Happy to say, this is one of the four new paintings I just delivered to the Wright Gallery up in Cape Porpoise/Kennebunkport Maine. Charlie was so excited to receive them, and I was, as always, happy to deliver. Seems this crustacean is popular and I hope he finds a great home! Size 10x20 on gallery wrapped canvas.

Cape sunset, moonrise

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A commissioned piece for a great friend who is lucky to have a house on the Cape. He spotted the moon rising over the dunes as the warm sun set behind him....size 18x24, I'm proud he'll hang it in his house.

Plum Island Berries- Commission

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I have been asked to repaint a similar scene several times now, and I enjoy changing it up a bit- here, creating a diptych set of 2 panels that compliment each other. Sold through the J. Todd Galleries in Wellesley, MA.

Mini paper birch

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Completely forgot to post this, and has since SOLD, but wanted to capture my New England trees on this cute 8x8 canvas.

My second cup...

Inspired by a coffee-loving friend (she'll know who she is)- I resurrected this older painting, gave it fresh painted edges, and voila! Size 10x10, and guaranteed NOT to keep you up at night!

This painting is available exclusively through J. Todd Galleries.
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Poppy Jar

This painting, sized 10x20, is one of my favorites for my flowers....I'm still in practice mode for them, and it looks like it might be paying off!! They are one of my favorite flowers to photograph, and it looks like they might be my favorite to paint, too!

This painting is available exclusively through J. Todd Galleries.
Please email your inquiry to: fineart@jtodd.com

Poppy Party

My mom could grow the best....nestled in her garden surrounded by purple iris. I love their sunny outlook! This painting is 16x20 and ready to hang.

This painting is available exclusively through J. Todd Galleries.
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Wampum

The beautiful, purple part of a quahog shell always captivated my attention as a kid, and I liked to learn about its importance to Native Americans in the Northeast.  I took this photo many years ago, and was finally ready to paint it.  It's painted on canvas board, which means it can be set into a frame for hanging.  Size 8x10..

This painting is available exclusively through J. Todd Galleries.
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SISTER BLOG- PAINTINGS in PLACES!

I am pleased to annouce that I have created a "sister blog" called www.paintingsinplaces.blogspot.com  which accompanies this blog and shows my paintings as they might look in various settings- the bedroom, the living room, a kitchen, etc!

I thought this would be a terrific way for you and designers to see just how well a strong piece of art compliments any stylish setting.

Please feel free to contact me if you have a design idea you'd like to try- I would be happy to convert a photo of your "space" into a space which contains a great piece of art!

Happy Decorating!
-Holly

Crabbie II

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This guy remains SO popular, so I continue to paint various renditions of it!  Crabbie II here is 18x18 and ready to walk off the canvas!.

Lost marbles?

This one's been in the works for a long time- I painted it several times in watercolor and found it easy to make them appear translucent. With acrylics, this was much harder, but I was up for the task!  Size 16x20- there's no WAY to lose your marbles with this one!.

This painting is available exclusively through J. Todd Galleries.
Please email your inquiry to: fineart@jtodd.com

Pinks

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Also called Echinacea, these sturdy flowers attract bees and hummingbirds and make a nice painting against the green backdrop of my garden. This one is 16x20.

COMMISSION- Tree paintings

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Two panels, each 18x24.

Commission- Cosmos

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Happy to repaint this happy bouquet of cosmos, one of my favorite annuals to put in my garden. Size 12x12. Have a commission you'd like done, feel free to contact me!

The Pier

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Size 16x20- I am often more interested in the reflection of objects than the objects themselves- case in point here. I love the subtle colors that appear in the water with a strong reflection, and what better object to paint than a pier on the water!

Pieces of Blue

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I love to look UP when I photograph, and this set of trees, painted from a photo I took in Alexandria NH (near Cardigan Mountain) was worth the view!Size 30x40, ready to brighten your outlook!

Vertical Blues

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On this sunset night, the sun setting behind me left bright swatches of sunlight on the crashing waves. I cannot describe the blues and purples, pinks and peaches, but I can paint them. This fun vertical format measures 18x36 and really represents my favorite part of sunsets in Maine- the depth of color.

Lake Retreat

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I used to go running around Lake Cochichuate when I worked as a chemist, and I always found the view through the trees to be so enticing. This vista reminded me of coming around a bend in the woods and seeing the sparking water through the forest-darkened trees. Size 18x36 and ready to hang.

Coastal Rocks

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Those BLUES...those greens...the browns and hidden purples- ALL of the colors needed to make a perfect coast, which I love to paint. The rocks and waves in Maine call me all the time and I am never disappointed when I visit them, and they never hold a grudge for me being away for so long. Painted with permission from a nice flickr friend (Rich-Eye), This painting is 24x24 on gallery-wrapped canvas, ready to hang and bring Maine into your home.

Skyward

Whenever I am taking photos for potential paintings, I always look UP. The crisp blue sky paints the perfect backdrop for so many paintings, and New England's fall is the perfect time to look UP. This painting is 16x20 and reminds us that beauty is above us.

This painting is available exclusively through J. Todd Galleries.
Please email your inquiry to: fineart@jtodd.com

Commission: Winter/Spring/Summer/Fall

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A four piece commission of the four seasons, each panel 24x24.

Deep Forest Blues

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I love the unexpected colors that distance can create, and a deep forest can appear blue and purple when offset by bright leaves and a field of trees in front. This painting is a nice landscape format, 12x36 in size, and hangs nicely along a mantle or wall.

dappled pines

Well, my acceptance into a gallery which likes my trees has TREES on my mind! Not hard to accomodate since it's one of my favorite subjects to paint. I found this grove of sun dappled pines very alluring and I was so happy to paint it- I'm already sure I'll be painted again and again, different angles and crops. This one is 24x30 on gallery wrapped canvas, ready to hang.

This painting is available exclusively through J. Todd Galleries.
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The back nine

For my golfing friends...technically, I should be a scratch player since I come genetically from a long line of amazing golfers. Both sets of grandparents were club champions in Lexington, and when I do get out and hit a few, I can make 'em fly! Size 24x30- if you can't be there, at least you can "be there" mentally!

This painting is available exclusively through J. Todd Galleries.
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all squashed

Well..this one isn't exactly seasonal, but it WAS fun, and provided much needed practice for my still life work. They almost look like a group of kids posing for a picture...it's the one in the back you gotta worry about! Size 11x14 and ready to hang!

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The greenery

The lush greens of spring and summer can make a painting difficult, since it's important to balance color and values. I'm happy with this one, though, and I would love to lay in the lush green grasses below the shady trees, hearing the wind rustle the leaves. This painting measures 24x24 and is ready to hang!

This painting is available exclusively through J. Todd Galleries.
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Tulip Time

I can think of no better way to welcome spring than with a bouquet of fresh tulips. I buy them for myself whenever I can....they just make my house, and me, happy. Size 18x18 on gallery wrapped canvas.

This painting is available exclusively through J. Todd Galleries.
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Silver Birches

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I have gotten so much good feedback on all of the birch paintings that I just keep going! This one is 24x24 and really shows the silvery-purple side of these trees which goes great with the yellow/orange leaves in fall.