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Spring has been amazing, beautiful and an all out delight here in southeastern CT.  The weather has been great for painting outdoors on location (en plein air).  I thrive in this atmosphere! There's just enough rain to keep the flowers growing, too.   I think the gardens will continue on into a magnificent summer.  Please take a look at some of my recent plein-air paintings from the local area.

I just finished a commission that was such a joy to be a part of.  It's called, "A Step-daughter Is A Gift Of Love".   What an absolute delight and priviledge to work on this piece.  This pair looks like they enjoy each other's company and have fun together.

If you are interested in commissioning a contemporary impressionist painting of your own, please contact me for details!

I'm grateful to my repeat collectors in CT, PA, DC, NY and FL  AND  new collectors in FL, CT, CA, CO and KY.   Thanks to you all for sharing my vision!

I've been busy painting, as always...and have several new pieces to show you! Contact me for "first dibs" on these works!

I find the textural quality of paint an exciting element of painting as much as design, composition, and color.  Evoking an emotional response to a 'sense of place' is a great thrill for me.   I use palette knife by itself or in a combination with a variety of brushes to reach my desired aim in my paintings.

***Everyone is offering their version of an "Economic Stimulus Package".  I've had my own "Visual Stimulus Package" going on for quite a long while.... check out the section called "Small Treasures" under the works link and you'll find some special gems that are unframed (6x6" or 5x7"), you can choose your own frame or set them on a small table-top easel for $100+$10 shipping and insurance.  Yes, you can still have the 'luxury' of art in your life to feed your soul.

I've been packing and re-packing for Ireland, it's close to time to head over! We'll be hosting another show featuring our latest paintings, of Ireland of course!  Keep posted with the latest updates via my blog! This will be my 5th trip over to Ireland in the last 4 years.   Barbara Mastaglio and I will be hosting another 2-woman show of our works.  This trip we'll spend some of our time painting in Dingle.   I continue to find inspiration from the rugged beauty of this part of Ireland and still receive requests to "paint more" from this part of the world.  If you are an artist...consider taking an artist retreat over to Valentia Island.   When Barbara introduces you to this part of Ireland, it will change your life!

Many thanks to my collectors and friends for all your encouragement, blessings and love along my artistic journey.  I follow my bliss and continue to paint.
- Roxanne Steed