Two More Reasons

In case you need a little more convincing to stop by my Holiday Open Studio, here are two more little reasons in oils and thread:

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 Are you coming now? Say yes!!

Here is the deal in case you missed it the first time around: If you are a supporter of my art practice (which of course you are as a reader of this blog) I am inviting you to my studio for a little party to celebrate the successful launch of my Urban Portrait Project, AS IS. There will be paintings, sketches, prints and cards for sale at a steep discount by way of a big THANK YOU for your friendship and support! So come stop by 3838 Northampton Street, DC on November 30th from 6-9 PM for a cocktail or two!

Dark Beauties

Here are two more little paintings that that I've been working on for the Holiday Open Studio on the 30th. I used think, glossy, dark oil paint to cover the top of the gessoboards. Then I carved and wiped away sections of the surface as I started laying in the lighter, brighter colors. The contrast between the fragile subject matter and the deep, heavy background feels very Victorian to me. It's a total departure from my usual work, but I'm kind of digging it!

Don't Give Up the Ship!

Friends, if you are in the area please stop by on Friday, November 30, for a Holiday Open Studio! I am celebrating the successful launch of AS IS as well as the awesomeness that is your friendship with some seasonal cocktails and affordable art! All sketches, prints, studies and small paintings on display will be available for $10-$100 by way of a thank you for your support over the years. 

The two little paintings above will be there. They are the result of a little experimenting that I've been doing for my next project. Can you tell where the paint ends and the string begins?

I'll be mixing up the spirits from 6-9 PM! Pop in for a a minute to say hello-- I'd love to see you!

3838 Northampton Street

(Top Floor of the Circle Yoga Building)

Washington, DC 20015

Drum Roll Please!

AND THE WINNER IS...

Congratulations!!! I hope that you enjoy your new cards! Please send your snail mail address to nicolebourgea(at)gmail(dot)com so that I can ship the pack your way.

Thank you for playing, Friends. I hope that you all have the sweetest Valentine's Day yet!