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Summer Sale Landscape PaintingsEach of the posted plein-air oil paintings is available at a reduced price until August 31st. The landscape paintings were painted outside with the wind, heat… Read More
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Contemporary Abstract Oil - Palette Knife Paintings
by Ruth Andre
2018-06-22 19:49
"Pins and Needles"6.5"x6.5" Oil-Wax on Paper-by Ruth AndreThere are times when we just have to be patient and hope for the best. It is what I call being on "Pins and Needles". I am wishing f… Read More
2018-06-15 17:51
"The Wall"2.25"x4" Acrylic - Oil on Handmade Japanese PaperMatted and Framed 10"x10"by Ruth Andre$150.00I love words and what they mean. When I titled this painting, "The Wall" I thought it… Read More
2018-06-13 20:43
"Torn Apart"4"x6" Mixed Media Paper Collage by Ruth AndreWith so many active spring days I have been painting and not posting every painting. I finished the Red Painting above tit… Read More
2018-06-02 21:30
EA encaustic arts MagazineSpring Issue 2018I am so pleased to announce my work is being featured in the EA encaustic arts magazine - Spring Issue 2018. The magazine is available in digital a… Read More
2018-05-23 06:13
"Memories"7"x7" Acrylic-Oil-Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreThis has been another busy week. The days are flying by. I just want to sit out on the back porch and enjoy the view. I did get to the st… Read More
2018-05-16 05:39
"Detached"4"x6.5" Acrylic on Paperby Ruth AndrePainting on Paper $100Matting and Framing also AvailableI usually name my paintings after an event or something I have seen but today I named t… Read More
2018-04-03 00:09
"The River Road"Oil-Wax on 9"x12" Paperby Ruth Andre$450The valley is alive with bright green hills and the creek is like a river with water rushing and meandering along the road that we tak… Read More
2018-03-31 00:13
"Scarlet I and II"Each Painting - 4.5"x4.5" Oil-Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreEach Painting Matted and Framed $300The two "Scarlet" paintings are bold and have done their best to make a statement… Read More
2018-03-29 01:37
"China Sea I, II, III"24"x6"x2.25" Oil-Wax on Cradled Panel-by Ruth Andre$2,100My son, Ian, is a product designer and his company is ChicWrap. Ian is a talented designer and believes in… Read More
2018-03-17 00:05
"Garden Party"16"x3" Oil-Wax on PaperMatted and Framed 22"x6"-by Ruth AndreGarden PhotosRuth - 1996Garden Photos - Ruth and Bailey 1996This time of year the seed catalogs arrive and dreams s… Read More
2018-03-12 01:56
"Cloud Shadow"3"x3" Oil-Wax on PaperMatted and Framed 10"x10"by Ruth Andre$150The painting is the lone survivor of a group of four. I tape off sections of paper and when I took off the wonde… Read More
2018-03-11 05:18
"Black and White Series - Four"Each Painting - 3"x3" Oil-Wax on PaperMatted & Framed $150by Ruth Andre"Black and White I""Black and White II""Black and White III""Black and White IV"Thes… Read More
2018-03-08 23:31
"Letting Go"Oil-Wax on 30"x22" PaperAvailable Matted and Framedby Ruth AndreThis painting is a larger work using oil and wax. I have moved back to the studio and put my best efforts into cle… Read More
2018-02-23 20:01
"Desert Grasses"Image - Acrylic on Paper 5.5"x7.5"Matted - 14"x14"by Ruth Andre"Wind Currents"Image - Acrylic on Paper 5.5"x7.5"Matted - 14"x14"by Ruth AndreAfter returning from Joshua Tree… Read More
2018-02-19 22:53
"Desert At Dusk I and II"Vertical and Horizontal ViewsEach Painting: 3"x10" Acrylic on Paperby Ruth AndreI have procrastenated long enough and need to move from the house back to my painting… Read More
2018-02-18 05:17
"Two Doors Down"5"x4" Acrylic On PaperMatted and Framed 12"x12"by Ruth Andre$300I think the title, "Two Doors Down" really makes this painting. The title may make the viewer take a second lo… Read More
2018-02-13 20:20
Heart Rock - Joshua Tree Desert-2018Heart Rock Collection - Sutter CreekRuth AndreThe post today is about hearts, love and remembrance. I hope you all have a wonderful loved-filled Valentine… Read More
2018-02-04 05:50
"Nest- Five and Six"Acrylic on 9"x12"PaperEach painting can be matted and framed together or separatelyThe "Nest" paintings are growing in numbers and each one has its own story. You will se… Read More
2018-02-02 22:40
"Nest-Four"Acrylic on 9"x12" Paperby Ruth AndreThe nest was found in the creek with water washing over its sides. The small nest branches and the found twining were dark and soaked thr… Read More
2018-02-02 04:15
"Nest-Three"Acrylic on 9"x12" Paperby Ruth AndreThis is "Nest-Three" in the series. I have been enjoying the freedom of working with acrylics on heavy water color paper. The palette of color… Read More
2018-01-31 20:28
"Nest-Two"Acrylic on 9"x12" Paperby Ruth AndreThe "Nest paintings are a step away from my previous paintings. I am enjoying the feeling of letting go and painting outside the lines. It has b… Read More
2018-01-29 03:36
"Nest One"Acrylic on 9"x12" Paperby Ruth AndreWhile out walking my husband and I spotted a small mound of sticks and leaves by the creek. I fished it out and was surprised to find a be… Read More
2018-01-20 19:50
"Jackson Pass"6"x6" Acrylic on CanvasWHODUNNIT - 2018by Ruth AndreThis painting, "Jackson Pass" will be shipped out next week to a wonderful showing called, WHODUNNIT. Each year the ART… Read More
2018-01-19 02:45
"The Country House"4.5"x8.25 Acrylic on Paperby Ruth AndreI enjoy following architectural websites showing beautiful contemporary homes with many being in the forest wilds or on top of a mou… Read More
2018-01-14 01:43
"Running Interference"8"x8" Acrylic-Charcoal on Paperby Ruth AndreFirst I would like to wish you all a very Happy New Year with many rewards in your work and play. I ended 2017 with a bang w… Read More
2017-12-13 05:01
"Plate Series - Gold Platted"11"x11" Acrylic on Torn PaperMatted and Framed 18"x18"by Ruth Andre$450This is the third and last plate painted for this series. I hope you have enjoyed the whim… Read More
2017-12-12 03:50
"Plate Series - Blue Plate Special"11"x11" Acrylic on Torn PaperPainting Matted and Framed 18"x18"by Ruth Andre$450I have had a couple of inquiries about yesterday's posted plate paint… Read More
2017-12-11 04:25
"Paper Plate - Cake Plate"11"x11" Acrylic on Torn PaperMatted & Framed 18"x18"by Ruth Andre$450Sometimes an artist needs to go off the reservation and just have a day to try a new techni… Read More
2017-11-30 18:27
"Stormy Weather"6"x10" Oil-Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreMy husband, Tom, and I are in Coeur d"Alene, Idaho for the 19th Annual Small Works Show at The Art Spirit Gallery. If you… Read More
2017-11-16 05:41
Totem - "Star Light"1.25"x12" Oil-Wax on PaperPainting Matted and Framed 5"x16"by Ruth AndreThis is another painting to celebrate the coming holiday season, "Totem-Start Light". I really lik… Read More
2017-11-13 00:35
Totem - "Star Bright"1.25"x12" Oil-Wax on PaperPainting Matted and Framed 5"x16"by Ruth AndrePurchase I don't know about you but shopping for the holidays takes planning and a lot of hu… Read More
2017-11-06 19:18
"Searching"4"x14" Acrylic on PaperMatted and Framed - 10"x20"by Ruth AndreAs promised in yesterday's blog post here is the third painting of the supposedly triptych. This painting went astra… Read More
2017-11-06 04:28
"Falling In Place I"5"x5" Acrylic on PaperMatted and Framed 12"x12"by Ruth Andre"Falling In Place II"5"x5" Acrylic on PaperMatted and Framed 12"x12"by Ruth AndreMy online course, Studio Jour… Read More
2017-11-04 04:59
"Carousel I"5"x5" Acrylic-Oil on Paperby Ruth Andre"Carousel II"5"x5" Acrylic-Oil on Paperby Ruth Andre"Carousel III"5"x5" Acrylic- Oil on Paperby Ruth AndreArtist JourneyI have started an o… Read More
2017-11-01 03:21
"Phantom I and II"Each Painting 4.5"x4.5" Oil-Wax on PaperMatted and Framed 12"x12"by Ruth Andre HAPPY HALLOWEEN- Contact-See More Work - WebsiteRepresentation - The Art Spirit… Read More
2017-10-30 03:30
"Totem - Red Sky"1.25"x12" Oil-Wax on PaperMatted and Framed 5"x16"by Ruth AndreTotems Available HereI just put a link up for the Totem Series. I will adding to this collection prior to the… Read More
2017-10-26 06:14
"Structure"4.5"x4.5" Oil-Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreThe painting, "Structure" is a favorite work. It is minimal with strength in color and design. The title came to me as I finished the painti… Read More
2017-10-25 04:32
Totem - Messa I and II"1.25"x12" Oil-Wax on PaperMatted and Framed 5"x16"by Ruth AndreThis is the start of a new series of works that have brought true joy to the studio. I hear artists say… Read More
2017-10-21 02:41
"The Mountain Speaks"4.5"x4.5" Oil-Wax on PaperMatted and Framed 12"x12"by Ruth AndreThe change in seasons has brought new energy to the studio along with a few new ideas to pursue. I am wor… Read More
2017-10-15 19:37
"The House Next Door"4.5"x4.5" Oil-Wax on PaperMatted and Framed 12"x12"by Ruth AndreHave you ever walked by a house or walked down a road and had the feeling there could be lingering spirit… Read More
2017-10-10 00:41
"Briarwood"4.5"x9" Oil-Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreThe painting today is a small study but imagine it to be 36"x72" or 48"x96". How would you perceive the two pieces? I believe size does matter… Read More
2017-10-07 04:59
"Indian Summer"10"x10"x1.5" Oil-Wax on Cradled Panelby Ruth AndreAfter a hot summer the fall weather sets in and sometimes the temperatures are quite cold. The sweatshirts and parkas are muc… Read More
2017-10-06 04:47
Xanadu Art CataloguePaige 10 - Paintings by Ruth Andre Xandu Gallery promotes artists in their monthly art catalogue. I chose to show the paintings, "Land I and Land II". The catalog of… Read More
2017-10-04 04:02
"The Journey"4"x10" Acrylic on Paperby Ruth Andre$400I decided to give acrylic paint another try today. I have to say acrylic paints totally humble me. I am not in love with painting with ac… Read More
2017-10-02 00:58
"Passing Storm"7.5"x9" Acrylic on Paperby Ruth AndreI have been away from the studio for a few days. A group of artist friends rented a house in Fort Bragg, California and spent four days on… Read More
2017-09-20 05:32
"Crossed Paths"6"x24"x2" Oil-Wax on Panelby Ruth AndrePainting on paper has become my go to backing but today I am showing a painting on a nice deep 2 inch cradled panel. The panel depth giv… Read More
2017-09-17 22:49
"The Possibility Is There"8"x4" Oil and Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreI have been painting for a coming Small Works show at The Art Spirit Gallery in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. As you know I love… Read More
2017-09-15 22:08
"First Blush"6"x10" Oil-Wax on Loose CanvasMatted and Framed 10"x15"by Ruth AndreThe cooler weather is giving my new work a lighter feel. I had planned this painting to be quite graphic and… Read More
2017-09-14 04:03
"Drift"4"x14" Oil-Wax on Canvasby Ruth AndreThe breeze came from the west while walking this morning. The change of seasons is here. The trees are turning golden and losing their leaves. It… Read More
2017-09-11 03:47
\"Stormy Weather"6"x8" Oil-Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreMy thoughts are with the ravaged flood victims. My thoughts and prayers go out to the people and all of the animals that cannot fend for t… Read More
2017-09-10 05:47
"Early Moon"4"x6" Oil-Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreThis morning I felt the first glimmer of fall. The air was cool and the tree leaves along my walking path had started falling. The influence of… Read More
2017-09-07 22:55
"Just Got Home"6"x10" Oil-Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreThis morning as I took my walk the chilly weather made me almost wish I was wearing a sweater. It has been so long since the air felt cool… Read More
2017-09-04 17:25
"One More Step"14"x10" Oil-Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreMy exercise of choice is walking and I take two walks up the hill behind our house per day. With the heat this summer it sometimes feels l… Read More
2017-09-01 05:20
"The Band Played On I and II"Each Painting 4"x14" Oil-Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreWhen life happens wether it be good or bad the news is shared and thought about and then it seems life moves on… Read More
2017-08-30 21:39
"Clouds on the Horizon"12"x12" Oil-Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreLabor Day is fast approaching and I hope you all have plans to relax and enjoy. It has been, "A Painting Day".Talk To Me - Co… Read More
2017-08-29 21:21
"It Fell From the Sky"6"x10" Oil-Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreWhen good things happen we sometimes say, It is like it just fell from the sky. I have had this feeling a few times in my life and i… Read More
2017-08-28 05:49
"Sideward Glance"Each Painting 4.5"x4.5" Oil-Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreMy escape to the studio was a two part adventure today. I was able to paint this morning and then again late afternoon… Read More
2017-08-26 04:39
"Red Mountain"12"x12" Oil - Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreThe west is a place that calls to me and when I have visited the land of enchantment the red mountains and steep cliffs were totally awe… Read More
2017-08-24 04:49
"The Sun Is Out"5.5"x5.5" Oil-Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreThis painting was once white and blue with a hint of yellow. I thought it looked nice but it did not jolt any strong feelings so… Read More
2017-08-21 05:40
"The Back Door"6"x10" Oil-Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreEvery summer when my kids were growing up we would take a summer vacation to Falling Leaf Lake in Tahoe, California. The old summer cottage… Read More
2017-08-20 01:36
"Stop Ahead"6"x10" Oil-Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreI was thinking about snow once again while painting, "Stop Ahead". The painting makes me think of snow covered walk ways and the swishing soun… Read More
2017-08-19 04:04
"Well Red"6.5"x6.5" Oil-Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreWhen we think of Minimal Art we usually think it is white, grey or black. The painting today, "Well Red" is painted in a minimal style and is… Read More
2017-08-17 22:24
"Sojourn II"12"x12" Oil-Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreThe Sojourn series has begun and continues with, "Sojourn II". The painting from yesterday's post and this one today are a little different i… Read More
2017-08-17 04:47
"Sojourn I"12"x12" Oil-Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreThis painting caught me off guard and maybe the same thing has happened to you. I went to the studio with a definite plan for a painting. As t… Read More
2017-08-15 20:08
"Traverse"10"x10"x1.5" Oil-Wax on Panelby Ruth AndreWhat happened to quiet summer days? It seems this summer has been busy from the get-go. The vacation trip to the North-West and then paint… Read More
2017-08-01 03:47
The Art Spirit Gallery is featuring my paintings along with three other artists at a special exhibit with the Barrister Winery in Spokane, Washington. The exhibit will run through the m… Read More
2017-07-30 23:58
"Snow Trail"7"x7" Acrylic on Paperby Ruth AndreIt is quite hot here in Northern California. We are experiencing another heat wave. I am thinking the last heat wave may not have ended. Though… Read More
2017-07-28 19:15
"There Is Always A Bright Spot"7"x7" Oil-Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreThis has been a very busy week. I shipped seventeen paintings to The Art Spirit Gallery. The gallery is featuring me in… Read More
2017-07-25 05:12
"Shelter I"4.5"x4.5" Oil-Wax on PaperMatted and Framed 12"x12"by Ruth AndreThe, "Shelter" paintings went to the framer today. It is always a treat to see my paintings enclosed within a frame… Read More
2017-07-23 21:03
"Shelter II"4.5"x4.5" Oil-Wax on PaperMatted & Framed 12"x12"by Ruth AndreThe series continues with, "Shelter II". Thanks go out to those that sent comments regarding, "Shelter III"… Read More
2017-07-23 02:20
"Shelter III"4.5"x4.5" Oil-Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreThe color, red, has come into my life with a vengeance. I am painting red and more red paintings. Isn't red the color of choice for so man… Read More
2017-07-20 05:49
"Cloud Cover"4.5"x4.5" Oil-Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreI love seeing the afternoon sky and how the color changes from shades of blue to pink, orange and yellow. The sky is like a beacon of ligh… Read More
2017-07-17 05:46
"Finding My Way"4.5"x4.5" Oil-Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreI painted this piece and then scrapped it off and started again and again. I saw paintings come and go and though they might not have b… Read More
2017-07-14 18:34
"The Red Car"14"x20" Oil-Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreMy painting today, "The Red Car" was influenced while visiting relatives in Coleville, Washington I was impressed with the logging industry… Read More
2017-07-08 18:45
The Art Spirit Gallery 415 East Sherman AvenueCoeur d'Alene, Idaho 83814208 765 6006I am very proud to announce my work is now being represented by The Art Spirit Gallery in Coeur d'Ale… Read More
2017-07-05 02:50
"Stepping Stones'6"x18" Oil-Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreI am on a few artist's email lists and one of my favorites is a blog by Nancy Hillis. Her Blog is The Artist's Journey. I total… Read More
2017-07-02 05:50
"The Curtain"8.5"x8.5"Acrylic-Oil-Wax on Stonehenge Paperby Ruth AndreToday I did some experimenting with paper and mixed media. On this piece I mixed acrylic base colors and once they… Read More
2017-07-01 02:37
"The Red Sled"6"x10" Oil-Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreThe title of this painting makes me happy. I love seeing kids sledding and tobogganing down snowy slopes. They speed by with fearless wonder… Read More
2017-06-29 23:15
"Dream Landing II"4.5"x4.5" Oil and Wax on PaperMatted and Framed 12"x12"by Ruth AndreThere are times in life when each day feels like a Saturday and then other times each day feels like a M… Read More
2017-06-27 20:26
"Dream Landing I"4.5"x4.5" Oil-Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreI tried something a little different today and painted without painting in the formatted square but let the paint stroke stop before m… Read More
2017-06-27 02:45
"Snow Pack"6"x10" Oil and Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreToday felt like a snow day compared to last week's weather. We had cooler temperatures and it felt so good to be outside. There was no snow… Read More
2017-06-25 23:26
"Desert Lands"6"x10" Oil and Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreThe summer days have changed the landscape from the rich green of winter to the colors of a desert land. The grasses are what the Chambe… Read More
2017-06-24 18:55
"The Heat of the Day"4.5"x4.5" Oil and Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreIt is officially summer and the daily temperatures have been very high. Let's hope it cools down a little bit so we can all st… Read More
2017-06-24 02:17
"Moon Over the Water"4.5"x4.5" Oil-Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreThis painting brings memories of summer nights, a full moon, and seeing the creek water rustling over the rocky creek bed. I may h… Read More
2017-06-23 04:39
"Covered In Green"4.5"x4.5" Oil and Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreWhen things go wrong and then go right, you then know you are having a special experience. While traveling through Washingt… Read More
2017-06-21 06:33
"Creek At Night"3.5"x4" Acrylic on PaperMatted and Framed 11"x11"by Ruth AndreThe temperatures have been high and with the creek still running it brings the thirsty wildlife down from… Read More
2017-06-18 00:57
"It Came From the North"30"x22.5" Acrylic on Paperby Ruth AndreVignettes for, "It Came From the North"Summer is here but I am still thinking about the northern states we visited just a few w… Read More
2017-06-15 05:27
"A Far Horizon"9"x12" Oil and Wax on Paperby Ruth AndreThis painting, "The Far Horizon, is somewhat representational, at least to me, since it reminds me of traveling through the valley land… Read More
2017-06-11 05:16
"Tall Grasses"8"x8"x1" Oil on Cradled Panelby Ruth Andre$500The day is not complete without a walk up the hill behind our property. My dog, Sadie, and I walk the fence line, cross the creek… Read More
2017-06-08 23:50
"Jackson I and II"Each Painting 16"x16"x2" Oil on Cradled Panelby Ruth AndreWhile in Jackson, Wyoming my husband and I had an opportunity to tour a beautiful contemporary home. We both loved… Read More
2017-06-04 01:00
"Prairie Shadows I"10"x10"x1.5" Oil-Wax on Wood Panelby Ruth Andre"Prairie Shadows II"10"x10"x1.5"Oil-Wax on Wood Panelby Ruth AndreI have been away for three weeks taking a road tour w… Read More
2017-05-17 04:29
"The Grass Is Greener"6"x8" Oil on Canvasby Ruth AndreThe grass is greener this year or at least it is staying greener due to the amazing amount of rain fall we have had. I love the blustery… Read More
2017-04-03 23:29
"Springtime Oak"6"x8" Oil on Canvas Panelby Ruth Andre$125Winter has brought over 40 inches of rain to the valley and with the rain came a bit of flooding and a road that was impassable but… Read More
2017-02-01 05:19
Solo Show - Ruth Andre - Gallery 10The New Year is here and speeding away in time. I have been busy getting paintings ready to present at Gallery 10 in Sutter Creek, California. The gallery… Read More
2016-11-21 19:59
"This Too Shall Pass"8"x8" Acrylic on Handmade Paperby Ruth AndreThis is the week we in America celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday and I would like to wish everyone a very special Day of Tha… Read More
2016-11-02 03:02
"Changing Seasons"12"x12" Acrylic on Paperby Ruth AndreThe painting today is to celebrate the October rains and the change in seasons. It is a beautiful time of year. I feel as if our home h… Read More
2016-10-23 19:17
"Sky Dive"12"x12" Acrylic on Paperby Ruth AndreThis painting is soothing to the eye and reminds me of late afternoon clouds that flood the valley sky. The pink clouds signal the day's end wi… Read More
2016-10-18 17:40
"Save the Day"12"x12" Acrylic on Paperby Ruth AndreThis painting got into the studio save box but not the blog so here it is a few weeks since it was completed. We had a rash of very hot day… Read More
2016-10-14 18:15
Summer Lost12"x12" Acrylic on Arches Paperby Ruth AndreNFSIt was a busy day yesterday. First my husband and I drove about 4 hours getting materials to fix the horse shelter. Of course there… Read More
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