"City Vernacular, version five", abstract by Lynne Cunningham

"City Vernacular, version five", oil on canvas

36" x 24"

completed Nov., 2013

$1,200. USD including shipping

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I began this canvas a while back, then set it aside; it was in oils and I was finishing other paintings in acrylic. But those unfinished paintings continue to call to you!  So I continued with it some more until I was satisfied . . . here is "City Vernacular, version five".    

This is in a much different color palette than usual; the other paintings in the "City Vernacular" series can be viewed here  Recent Abstracts  .

I'm working on two other art-related projects so the flow of paintings from my studio has been slower the last few months!  I love it when I can return to painting again.

My painting blog is here:  http://paintboxjournal.blogspot.com

My website is here:  http://www.lynnecunningham.com

sold! "Days Can't Be like the Nights", abstract by Lynne Cunningham

sold ! "Days Can't Be Like the Nights"

acrylic on panel

16" x 12"

This geometric abstract has sold!  It's the result of playing at the end of a long painting day. . . and that's when I seem to create some very effective, pleasing paintings.  Simple, but I like it and so does the buyer!

For a view of more my small paintings, see my website page:  small works by Lynne Cunningham

My painting blog:                                                                  http://paintboxjournal.blogspot.com

I can be contacted for questions, comments and purchase :  contact me

Cover Art ! "Midsummer Chroma" is cover for local magazine, Oct. 2013! Lynne Cunningham

I had the pleasure of seeing my abstract floral on the cover of a local magazine - again!  It's pretty wonderful to see your work in print.  The editor came by my studio last month for a good visit ~ I'm happy to have met her in person and chat after trading emails.  With all my other stuff going on, I nearly forgot to post this coverpiece . . .it's still October so please enjoy this one in warm colors, with the feeling of fall and definitely an abstract garden / abstract floral!   

The original painting is acrylic, acrylic inks, oil and oil pastel on canvas, 24" x 30".  I may have posted a similar version earlier; I re-worked this painting in May ~ and I think it's improved in this version.

"Midsummer Chroma", 24" x 30"

$  1250.  available

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"Abstracts from Life", abstract painting classes by Lynne Cunningham

"Stand of Birch Trees"

oil on canvas, 20" x 20"

The painting above was painted in 2007 after I spent a couple weeks as an artist-in-residence with Whiskeytown National Recreation area , located within Shasta County, Northern California . . .that place made a longlasting impression on me!  "Abstracts from Life" has been an ongoing theme in my paintings.

So how DO you get from the first step, of being inspired by the beauty of the natural world, to creating an abstract painting of the landscape?  The painting above and the painting below have had great feedback so that I know these appeal not only to me, they also appeal to a big variety of art appreciators.

This process is what I find the most interesting to instruct, and I've taught "Abstracts from Life" either incorporating a condensed version into another class, or instructing as a focused class.  In the next few weeks I'll be instructing how to abstract forms from nature , distilling and extracting the shapes, and coming up with finished paintings that are expressive . . . .a key idea for painting.   I have a private-instruction student flying in from the East Coast and we'll spend a week in my studio, painting in acrylics.  I'm now prepping supports (panel, paper) for technique demonstrations and playing around . . .another key idea!

If your group is interested in hosting a workshop on this topic, or if you can travel to Northern California please contact me for some details.  I promise it's a fun and highly informative approach to painting abstracts. Acrylic on paper is my preferred medium .

Some links:

selected "Abstracts from Life"

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recent press

sold! "Fun Zone", small abstract by Lynne Cunningham

"Fun Zone", acrylic + oil paint on panel

Paintings can be fun and expressive . . .in smaller homes or small spaces sometimes all you want from an art piece is that it be simple, fun and that the art adds color to the space. . . this one would fit that description! I totally enjoyed painting this little abstract.

Here's a gallery page on my website   to view the paintings in this ongoing show for August / September; contact me if you'd like information on where to purchase any on that page.

If you have questions or wish to purchase one of the Small Works or larger paintings shown in that gallery, visit this link  to contact me.

sold! "In the Neighborhood", small abstract by Lynne Cunningham

sold !  "In the Neighborhood"

acrylic on panel, 14" x 11"

This painting has recently sold.  This one was a fun one to work on, more like play than work!  Paintings don't necessarily have to be large projects . . .in smaller homes or small spaces sometimes all you want for a an artpiece is that it be simple, fun and that the art adds color to the space. . . this one would fit that desire!

Here is a gallery page on my website   to view the paintings in this ongoing show for August / September; contact me if you'd like information on where to purchase any on that page.

If you have questions or wish to purchase one of the Small Works or larger paintings shown in that gallery, visit this link  to contact me.

Sketch demonstrations during Open Studio event - Lynne Cunningham

work in progress - the underdrawing

and first layer of paint

"At rest"

charcoal sketch from life, on newsprint

Open Studios 

this weekend, September 14 + September 15, 2013

10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Part of our Open Studios coming up (this weekend!) , the "4 Artists @ the Railroad Tracks" will be demonstrating their respective art-making.  My demonstrations will be drawing in charcoal:   figurative sketches and abstract gestural drawings like the top image, before the first layer of paint.

Each day of the Open Studios, one free portrait sketch in charcoal will be given away to each visitor!

Lynne Cunningham and 3 other contemporary artists will host an Open Studio in conjunction with the Capital Artists' Studio Tours (CAST).  . .4 artists in our building; join artists Lynne Cunningham (myself), Barbetta Lockart, Todd H. Head and Dwight Head.  6 artists in our art complex are on the tour.  Our studios are located near Land Park in Sacramento, south of Sacramento City College. 

Lynne Cunningham, Artist (Upstairs)

recent abstracts, Lynne Cunningham

Recommended parking is in the link below:

map link for recommended parking

.  A Tour Guide with artist listings, maps, etc.  may be downloaded here for the CAST tour:

Tour Guide

My artwork / studio has been selected by a curator for a select tour of Artists!  See pg. 5 in the Tour Guide.  During our Open Studio, we'll  all be demonstrating our respective art.  Each day I'll be doing life drawings in charcoal, and 1 visitor each day will be chosen fora free portrait sketch in charcoal.  Refreshments, art-making demonstrations, artwork on display and for sale.

The CAST tour, a central exhibit with participating exhibit, and much more is sponsored by :

the Center for Contemporary Art, Sacramento

I hope to see you during the tour!

"Metropolis", medium abstract on canvas by Lynne Cunningham

"Metropolis", acrylic, acrylic inks and oil paints on canvas

26" x 26"

available

This painting is on display now in a group show in the San Francisco Bay Area.  Please contact me 

H E R E  to inquire on availability.

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On another topic, I have an upcoming Open Studio this weekend!  Sept. 14 and Sept. 15th, open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.  There will be 6 artists in 2 buildings with Open Studios in our art complex; we are located near Land Park in the city of Sacramento, CA.  We're among a LOT of open studios in the region. 

The entire lineup of events including a central exhibit at the Center for Contemporary Art, Sacramento (CCAS), 225 open studios over 2 weekends, tours and parties is sponsored by CCAS.  The link for the tour is    h e r e

"In Between, at Sunset", acrylic, acrylic inks and oil paints on canvas

on display, Open Studio

Lynne Cunningham, Artist

Studio #130A on the map / in the Guide

All are welcome!  Demonstrations, light refreshments . . . .free portrait sketch to one visitor to my studio each day!  Please contact me for more information:  use this link

Cover Art! my painting the cover piece, Sept. 2013 - Lynne Cunningham

Cover Art!  My painting is the cover for Inside Arden, 

September, 2013 issue

includes a short bio and an article on the CAST Tour

Capital Artists' Studio Tour , 9/14 and 9/15

Sacramento , California

There's been a very nice flurry of media pieces that include my art lately!   "Inside Publications" contacted me recently and asked for artwork and a short bio, which I submitted and a few emails later I was given the news my painting "Domain of the Frog" is the cover art for the September issue!

This is so awesome because it's in time for the CAST Open Studios.  The full name for our event is the Capital Artists' Studio Tours, aka CAST.  The tours are sponsored by the Center for Contemporary Art, Sacramento.  The link to the Tour Guide is here; our studios are #130A thru #130D in the Guide, in the link below:

http://ccasac.org/cast/

This painting was completed a few years back;  it is sold  . . .I have notecards and prints will be available of the painting.  

It would be wonderful to see you if you're in the area for the CAST tour, September 14th and September 15th!

"Domain of the Frog" or "Widepond"

acrylic on paper, 15" x 22"

sold;  prints, notecards are available

Contact me here for questions, prints, etc.

sold! abstract by Lynne Cunningham; cover art for September magazine

sold !  "Simplicity, version two"

acrylic on panel, 12" x 12"

This painting has recently sold!  I love creating artwork;  I almost get as much enjoyment out of seeing the work appreciated by others as creating it, although I haven't met the buyer.  I might dedicate this to the instructor I had years ago who stated to a classroom full of about 25 students  "you should NOT use pink with orange".  . . .here's to listening to your own (true) voice!  

Here is a link on my website   to view the paintings in this ongoing gallery show for August / September; contact me if you'd like information on where to purchase any on that page.

So much is going on at the moment with my art!  Below is the image which is a preview of  a magazine cover for the September issue.  We have artist Studio Tours in my metropolitan area coming up and there's been some wonderful recognition of my artwork! This painting "Domain of the Frog" was created a few years back; it sold a couple years ago but this is the one the editor wanted for the print issue.  I'm really happy with her choice as well as being featured!

More of  my art news is here.     You can easily contact me through the Contact Artist page if you're interested in the art shown on my website.

Sold ! Color study / portrait of a geese couple by Lynne Cunningham

Geese - color study of a geese couple

oil on canvas

12" x 16" 

sold!   -  July, 2013

I set up a display at a small fair in my town of Davis, California on Sunday; I do shows sabout 3 times a year . . . it's fun when your display is finally set up, ready to show and then comes the anticipation.  The anticipation is for what kind of day it will be, see who comes by, and what direction the conversations take, especially interesting in my town where we have a big appreciation for the arts.  

One also receives immediate feedback on the art you are making when you see what pieces are being picked up, what gets sold and what you hear from people's reactions.  It's always a little surprising as it was on Sunday - my figurative work of these geese was the first sale.   I also had a fascinating conversation with a young guy who is doing concept art - the illustrative / sci fi or fantasty / super hero genre of art that's based on figurative and is a really interesting fusion.  

The interest in the geese, the conversation about figurative got me to thinking again.  I'm going to paint and draw some more contemporary figurative this coming fall / winter, more in the abstract ! 

I do take commissions;  take a look at my figurative section  H E R E  

 I paint from good photos for commission, and love painting people, animals and boats!  Some information on purchasing a painting from here may be found    H E R E

Any questions, comments you may contact me through my website or this L I N K 

charcoal study of the pair of geese

"Neon Sky", abstract painting by Lynne Cunningham

"Neon Sky", acrylic + oil paints on canvas

20" x 20" 

completed July, 2013

$ 600.  

includes shipping, U.S.A. and Canada

available

I'm working on a series of 20" squares, and seeing where this series takes me!  This painting with neon color and large shapes against the background is simple but striking.  The painting is on stretched canvas and is 

1 1/2" in depth with finished sides; the sides are painted in a neutral gray.  It's wired and ready to hang.

Please contact me   H E R E   for questions, international shipping, comments or to purchase this painting with a credit card.

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"In My Neighborhood", new acrylic abstact on panel

"In My Neighborhood", acrylic on panel

14" x 11"

completed July, 2013

available

$95.00 

includes shipping , U.S.A. and Canada

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Back to painting these small acrylic on panel and I'm really enjoying painting these!  I'm doing these as a warmup for other panel paintings, getting ready for a group show in the San Francisco Bay Area - the East Bay.

These smaller pieces would look fabulous in a room like an office, a hallway or a bathroom.  

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Other similar work, many are still available can be seen -  double click    H E R E

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Residents U.S.A. and Canada $95.00 USD Residents Calif. with sales tax $102.60 USD

"Trade Places", abstract on panel painting by Lynne Cunningham

"Trade Places", acrylic on panel

11" x 14"

completed July, 2013

available

$95.00 

includes shipping , U.S.A. and Canada

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I'm back to painting, acrylic on panel and really enjoying painting these!  I'm doing these as a warmup for other panel paintings, getting ready for a group show in the San Francisco Bay Area - the East Bay.

Here's a preview of this painting as it would look framed in a contemporary float frame.  This painting is shipped without a frame, but please inquire if you want a similar frame.

"Trade Places", preview of the painting framed

in contemporary float frame; please inquire for this option

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Other similar work, many are still available can be seen -  double click    H E R E

 

"Joan's Garden", abstract expressionist painting by Lynne Cunningham

"Joan's Garden", acrylic on paper

15" x 11"

completed July, 2013

available

$200.

including shipping to U.S.A., Canada

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This vivid expressionist painting reminded me of the abstract paintings of Joan Mitchell - - which explains the meaning behind the title.  I love this palette of colors !  Saturated warm colors of vermillion, rose and sunset hues with warm grays and the pale warm cream color showing through.

This painting will be a stunner when framed!  

This acrylic on paper painting is packaged for shipping with protective foamcore backing, ready for your framing in a standard sized, off the shelf 16" x 20" frame.

"Joan's Garden", acrylic on paper

closeup detail of texture

Calif. State residents- use 2nd option

Residents U.S.A. and Canada $200.00 USD Residents Calif. with sales tax $216.00 USD

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"Tibouchina, version two", framed acrylic floral by Lynne Cunningham

"Tibouchina, version two", acrylic on paper painting

frame:  matt-finish contemporary frame,

in silver tone with burnished surface

framed size:  9" x 7 1/2"

$95. plus shipping, 

shipping,  U.S.A. and Canada:  $25.

international shipping, please inquire

available

These abstract florals look great in the burnished metal frame.  The silver color complements the painting, as well as a lot of interiors with different decor styles; the frame has a hand-crafted appearance and at the same time looks contemporary.  

On a recent visit to San Francisco I saw these large tropical plants around Union Square - they are more bluish in real life but this is an abstract floral! I thought the magenta color better with the green.    Please note, California residents add 8% sales tax to the price of the painting.

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"Nymphea", framed abstract floral painting by Lynne Cunningham

"Nymphea", acrylic on paper

frame:  matt-finish contemporary frame,

in silver tone with burnished surface

framed size:  9" x 7 1/2"

$95. plus shipping, 

shipping,  U.S.A. and Canada:  $25.

international shipping, please inquire

available

These abstract florals look great in the burnished metal frame.  The silver color complements the painting, as well as a lot of interiors with different decor styles; the frame has a hand-crafted appearance and at the same time looks contemporary.  Together, this piece makes a simple statement in an abstract floral!  Please note, California residents add 8% sales tax to the price of the painting.

For purchase with a valid credit card or for questions, please contact me   H E R E

To see my painting blog with current artwork posted, please visit:  http://paintboxjournal.blogspot.com

My website:  http://www.lynnecunningham.com

"Waterlily", a framed abstract floral painting by Lynne Cunningham

"Waterlily", acrylic on paper

frame:  matt-finish contemporary frame,

in silver tone with burnished surface

framed size:  9" x 7 1/2"

$95. plus shipping, 

shipping,  U.S.A. and Canada:  $25.

international shipping, please inquire

available

update 7.11.13:  the first photo shows more accurate color than photo below.

I love the look of these abstract florals in the burnished metal frame.  The silver color complements the painting, as well as a lot of interiors with different decor styles.  This painting makes a simple statement in an abstract floral.  Please note, California residents add 8% sales tax to the price of the painting.

For purchase with a valid credit card or for questions, please contact me   H E R E

To see my painting blog with current artwork posted, please visit:  http://paintboxjournal.blogspot.com

My website:  http://www.lynnecunningham.com

"Oceania", acrylic on paper painting by Lynne Cunningham

"Oceania", acrylic on paper

22" x 15" 

available

completed June, 2013

$275. as shown above

 shipping included to U.S.A. or Canada

This is a recent large acrylic on paper painting of mine;  a celestial abstract, or a watery abstract!  I decided on the title 'Oceania' because of the beautiful cerulean blue being reminiscent of the oceans.  This painting has a lot of texture and subtleties in the smaller areas of the painting.  Hope you enjoy this!

This painting is shipped protected with foamcore, ready for your matting and framing.  Below is a view of how I usually frame acrylic on paper paintings, in a contemporary wood frame with wide white mat  - this is a preview of the appearance when framed.

For my painting blog, you can visit the blog:  http://paintboxjournal.blogspot.com

My website is here:  http://www.lynnecunningham.com

If you have questions on this or on a commissioning a painting, please contact me  by email

Calif. State residents- use 2nd option

Residents U.S.A. and Canada $275.00 USD Residents Calif. with sales tax $297.00 USD

"Running Up the Stairs", abstract oil painting by Lynne Cunningham

"Running Up the Stairs", 16" x 12"

oil on canvas

available

$ 285.  including shipping

U.S.A. and Canada

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and inquiries on international shipping

I love cityscapes !   I created this painting a while back, with oil paints on canvas with a palette knife.  I so enjoyed working out the design for this painting.  Somehow the color palette is not overly saturated but colorful - it's the complementary colors in this palette, and it makes the warm colors pop! 

The painting is finished on the sides, wired and ready to hang.  It is signed on the front and the back.  It's shipped, protected and cushioned in plastic wrap, and double-boxed .  California residents add 8% to the price shown above.

To purchase the painting, a Paypal receipt is emailed to you for approval; the transaction is completed with a credit card and you don't even need a Paypal account.  Contact me      H E R E  to purchase

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My painting blog is here:  http://paintboxjournal.blogspot.com