One of a series of three monotypes on display at the OSU Faculty Club through October 3, 2015.  These prints were done very spontaneously and quickly.  Two were worked into with oil pastel.  I think they really communicate the summer atmosphere in Ohio.

Printed on Hoshu paper.

All three print sold at the opening. 

I will be showing new work at the Ohio State University Faculty Club.  The opening will be on September 11, 2015.

The Ohio State University Faculty Club presents Edith Loechler Dean "Repetitions and Variations"   THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY FACULTY CLUB   cordially invites you to an   OPENING RECEPTION     in honor of     Edith Loechler Dean   and the exhibition   "Repetitions and Variations "   Friday, September 11, 2015 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm   To RSVP, please call the club at 614-292-2262  or email your RSVP to:  facultyclubosu@yahoo.com     This exhibition will be on display August 31 through October 30, 2015. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Lisa Craig Morton Home Office: 614-294-2849 Lisa@ohio-statefacultyclub.com    THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY FACULTY CLUB presents "Edith Loechler Dean - Repetitions and Variations" August 31, 2015 - October 30, 2015 Columbus artist Edith Loechler Dean will present a collection of oil paintings and monotypes in an exhibition titled "Repetitions and Variations" from August 31, 2015 through October 30, 2015. The exhibition includes a series of small oil paintings created "en plein air" and larger oil paintings and monotypes created in the studio. An opening reception in Ms. Dean's honor will be held on Friday, September 11, 2015 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at The Ohio State University Faculty Club.  Please call 614-292-2262 or email the club at facultyclubosu@yahoo.com for more information or to RSVP.   Edie Dean's formal training has focused both on painting and print-making and she has worked extensively in both mediums over the years. A trip to the Adirondacks awakened in her an interest in painting on site or "en plein air."  She has painted many small paintings in all weather conditions in a French tradition called "pochades" or "small sketches."  The current exhibition includes thematic explorations of a variety of landscapes and natural settings produced in both oil on panel and monotype on paper.  Whether capturing the Ohio prairie through the seasons or the ethereal moods of the Adirondack lakes and mountain s in moonlight, Dean's work allows the viewer to connect with nature in the most intimate way.  About her work, Dean states "I want to convey what I get when looking at a landscape or a figure - its atmosphere, the mood, the color, the essence.  Exact truth isn't so important, but the truth of expression, what I perceived, that is very important.  What were the colors, was it hot, was it exciting and energetic, was it damp, was it . . . to me it is all about the communication with the viewer along with the side game of entertaining myself with new challenges."   A graduate of The Ohio State University, with Bachelor of Fine Arts and Master of Fine Arts degrees, Edith Loechler Dean has exhibited in numerous invitational, juried and solo exhibitions through the years.  Her work can be seen in many public collections including museums, corporate offices and universities, as well as in private collections in the United States.  Ms. Deanis currently a member of the Ohio Plein Air Society and The Phoenix Rising Printmaking Cooperative.  Her work may be seen at Sharon Weiss Gallery in the Short North and at Pennington Custom Art Service and Turner Studio & Gallery, both in Clintonville.

Grill Man - Back to Normal

For those who do not know, my husband Frank fell from a ladder in December of this past year. We now say he was shooting the “Ladder Luge”. He is recovering, but is currently using a wheel chair to get around.

Rehab is coming along and great progress is being made.  New muscles are “firing” and strength is being recovered. But I want more normal and Frank participating actively in life. The man needs some of his old jobs back. And you all know men are supposed to do the grilling. Frank’s grilled salmon was beyond compare!  The old grill is in a location Frank can't reach easily.  I tried being the grill master, but it just isn't in my bones.  So, I decided to fix the problem and went out and found a portable grill that can sit on our deck where he can reach it.


And voila, grill-man is back to work!!!

His first grill job was local yellow squash served with fresh Ohio blueberries.
Yum! Looks good too.

Selling Local for The Holidays - Support Your Local Artists SOLD, SOLD, SOLD!

Places to see my work before the Holidays.

Prints at Sharon Weiss Gallery, 20 East Lincoln Street Columbus, OH 43215

Paintings at Bridgette Turner Studio and Gallery, 3017 Indianola Avenue,Columbus, OH 43202


 

This was painted on site at Marblehead, Lake Point looking toward Cedar Point.  Just sold to a friend at work who collects art and of course makes art - jewelry.  Artist are often the best buyers.  Happy for the sale, the proceeds went to charity.   Oil on Rag, 5x7

This was painted from a study done at Eagle Lake in the Adirondacks  during a fabulous painting marathon.  You can see more of these "squared" paintings at the Bridgette Turner Studio and Gallery in Columbus Ohio. 

The prices are very reasonable, perfect for holiday giving!!

Don't forget High Roads Gallery and Winter Fair.  More places to buy local.

Farming - If I was a farmer...

I am not a farmer. I am not a gardener. Look. You can tell by this photo. This is the product of my summer garden. I bought tomato plants, lots of heirloom plants. I was hopeful.  I spent $$$$$ (way too many) for plants and the result…approximately 10 cherry tomatoes. They were good.

I have a ground hog and chipmunks, but some how, it can’t all be their fault. Next year I am going to take my tomato money and spend it at the farmers market.

Pray for rain and perfect weather, but shop local and eat well. No gardens.

If I was a farmer, I would weigh a svelte 105 pounds, but I wouldn’t be rich.