22 x 28"
oil on canvas
February 9, 2010
February 8, 2010
February 7, 2010
red spotted giraffe
22 x 28"
oil on canvas
I hope this post finds everyone happy and well on their way to a great 2010. My year so far has been a busy one, between work and travel I've only just recently sat down to reflect on 2009, and think about what I want to achieve in 2010... it's a long list.
Lately there has been an undercurrent of excitement in my heart, and I've found myself happier than normal for a while now. In fact, when I first became aware of this "excitement" I thought it might be fleeting, but the feeling has stayed... I've found my head so full of ideas and inspiration I fear it might just explode. Every where I look I see objects and arrangements I want to paint, colors I want to recreate. (lots of "I" in this post ... sorry!) Here's to hoping these feelings translate to the canvas in a beautiful way! dear 2010... I love you!
January 16, 2010
January 13, 2010
January 12, 2010
January 8, 2010
January 6, 2010
January 5, 2010
January 4, 2010
December 29, 2009
December 6, 2009
December 5, 2009
December 3, 2009
I'm Off...
I will be traveling a lot over the next week or so, I won't be posting a new painting for awhile, but will be updating this blog... check it out.
November 29, 2009
November 28, 2009
Some old posts are new again!
A bit of Lulu for fun. You might notice some odd things going on with the blog, I am retrieving old posts from the first A Bunny a Day blog, and re-posting them! I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving!!!
November 20, 2009
October 28, 2009
October 27, 2009
October 25, 2009
October 23, 2009
October 20, 2009
Tuesday's Print.
I love this painting, it's now available as an archival print here. If you live in the SF Bay Area, come by Appel and Frank this weekend!!! All of these amazing designers will be in attendance. We would love to see you!!!!
The event will be held on Saturday, October 24 from 10:00am – 2:00pm at the JCC in San Francisco (3200 California Street @ Presidio). Tickets are FREE by entering the discount code DESIGNERBB online at www.appelandfrank.com.
October 13, 2009
October 9, 2009
October 8, 2009
October 6, 2009
Tuesday's Prints.
Hello! I am starting a new print section in my shop. Each Tuesday I will introduce two archival prints that will be available in the shop through until the next Tuesday... and so on! Here are the first two!
October 5, 2009
September 13, 2009
Getting Ready for Camille!
Leaving for Petaluma tomorrow to paint for a week with Camille Przwodek... I am beyond excited! A few past trips...
My first Plein Air Easel... it didn't work too well, learned quick what NOt to use!
Sol used to always come with me!
Estes Park Plein Air...
My first Plein Air Easel... it didn't work too well, learned quick what NOt to use!
Sol used to always come with me!
Estes Park Plein Air...
September 2, 2009
Been Missing...
Montana lately
... the sunsets
... the sunsets
... and Jason riding his bikes, the smell of the mountain air, my friend Donna and the sound of the wolves.
Last summer seems so far away! I am having one of those "I can't believe August is over" moments...September 1, 2009
Bugs and Best Friends
Hello Bug
8 x 10"
Oil on Board
I have had mixed feelings about creepy crawlers lately. There is a spider who lives above the door to my garden. Every day I have to check to be sure he is still there, safely perched above the door, and not some where on the loose. A huge Black spider on the loose in my house or porch makes me uneasy. Well I have not seen that spider in a few days... and sure enough I was at my Doctors office this morning, with some pretty HUGE bites on my leg- and stomach. I know he got me, even though I've been nice enough not to squash him, I think my "nice" streak is over.
On the other hand one of my most favorite people graduated a few weeks ago with her MASTERS in Entomology, the study of insects... so I can't hate them (or spiders) too much. (even though they love to bite me) She came to CA last weekend to visit for a few days. I wanted to introduce her to everyone like this, " Hi this is my friend Erin, and she has her Masters," and a few times I did. I am really proud of her.
August 2, 2009
August 1, 2009
"Orchid" 8 x 8" Oil on cradled panel.
sold.
"Landscape 6" 12 x 12" Oil on Canvas. Please email me for purchase information. nicole@abunnyaday.com
July 29, 2009
July 28, 2009
A Few Landscapes
"Ravine"8 x 24" Oil on Canvas
I have been working quite obsessively on landscapes lately. I feel like if I don't "get them out" I might forget how it felt to be there. Mostly from memory and sketches, these pieces are painted in oil over thick layers of Acrylic. Thick paint combined with thin washes and visible pencil marks are really exciting me right now, I am working on how to incorporate these ideas into my portraits. Fun stuff. These pieces are both available, please email me for purchase information. Nicole@abunnyaday.com
On my breaks from working, I am either on the phone, checking e mail, peeking in my partner's sudio or chillin with my furry kids. I will be happy when these "summer clean up" projects are over so I can get back to my regular schedule! It's so nice though, my art studio hasn't been this organized in years!!!!
A few weeks ago I posted a link to this little write up in Mt. Diablo Magazine... well a apparently I'm slow because I didn't realize I had won a "Best of the East Bay" Award, in "Nursery Decor." I am giving myself a tiny pat on the back, it's nice to be recognized for something I've worked so hard on!
July 26, 2009
July 25, 2009
Saturday!
I am so far having a productive weekend, lots of moving boxes and organizing tomorrow, aghh... hope you all are having a nice Saturday, I am off to cook... we eat dinner late around here!
Skillet Corn Bread, Sweet Potato Chili and a Salad! I have been thinking about starting a cooking blog, as I prepare homemade foods almost everyday. What do you think? Are there to many foodie/cooking blogs out there already??
Going out in SF! Thanks to my boyfriend for our pre-evening photo shoot.
Cooking!?
Skillet Corn Bread, Sweet Potato Chili and a Salad! I have been thinking about starting a cooking blog, as I prepare homemade foods almost everyday. What do you think? Are there to many foodie/cooking blogs out there already?? July 24, 2009
Happy Birthday Dad!
It was few days ago, but I am not always on time for these things..
Dad and me, at the top of Mt. Marcy in the Adirondacks circa 1993!!
If all goes well my Dad will be receiving a box today, via express mail, containing a complete Italian dinner, with s'mores for dessert. Let's hope the graham crackers don't get crushed! My Pops lives in Kaktovik, a small town on this Island in the Beaufort Sea, it's pretty remote, and I am hoping my box of goodies will be a real treat. This is his work. We (his kids and the rest of our family) miss you Dad, Happy Birthday!!
Dad and me, at the top of Mt. Marcy in the Adirondacks circa 1993!!
July 19, 2009
Update!
I returned a few days ago from a long overdue trip to upstate NY. My family resides there, and I miss them too much all the time, so going home it one of my FAVorite things to do! My pups stayed with the boyfriend who was working in the Chophouse (music studio) the whole time I was home- 7 days, the longest time away in years!!!
Letchworth State Park , Upstate NY. Positively Gorgeous! My pictures are amateur, but you get the idea!
My Big, Little brother and his girlfriend, they are a very sweet couple!
Siblings ;)
Do you see the double Rainbow?We visited our friend's ranch in N. Cal a few weeks ago, it was heavenly...
Hiking in N. Cal, amongst the Oaks!
Making friends, with of course... dogs!
A Barred Owl, our friend rescued him.
He was a fluffy feather ball, and I wanted to take him home... I hope you all are having a wonderful summer so far, I am excited to catch up on my favorite blogs today, and see what you all are up to! Cheers!
July 2, 2009
Duck
18 x 24" Mixed Media on Board I want to thank everyone for their lovely comments and emails! I am releasing "Love Cows" as an 8 1/2 x 11 Archival Print, you can purchase here. It's exciting to try something different, and I am having such a great time with these new pieces. It's funny, I almost didn't share them because they were so different than my other work... we'll see where it goes!
I've been back in Northern CA now for a few weeks after 1 1/2 months in South Florida, I miss the palm trees and the afternoon thunderstorms, but it's hard to beat the summers here in SF!! Last weekend I volunteered at the ACCI Gallery in Berkeley, if you are in the area it's a must to visit. Tons of fantastic jewelry, sculptures, paintings and prints.
It was our girl Kaya's 12th birthday yesterday... it was nothing but a party!
June 30, 2009
June 22, 2009
June 21, 2009
Thanks Mt. Diablo Magazine...
June 19, 2009
They're Spots, Not Scars.
18 x 24" Oil on Panel Please Email me for purchase information. Nicole@abunnyaday.com
June 12, 2009
New Friends!
"Nice to meet you, can I pet your dog?"
.. oh yes.
Adorable, right?!
Sunset, my favorite time to be riding bikes...
June 9, 2009
June 7, 2009
June 5, 2009
Last Nights' Horizon
16 x 20" Acrylic on CanvasPlease E-mail me if you are interested in purchasing this piece.
June 4, 2009
Some photos from today!
It was dark by the time I packed up, so I didn't get a chance to take pictures of the finished pieces... so it goes...
**taken with my iPhone
... notice the little wiener dog to the left... **taken with my iPhone!
... taking a break!
**taken with my iPhone
... notice the little wiener dog to the left... **taken with my iPhone!
... taking a break!June 3, 2009
A Purple Bird...
... who lives in my head.
8 x 10"Acrylic on Board.
Please E-mail me if you are interested in purchasing this piece.
I am off to work on some landscapes, and although I've been working all morning- the prospect of getting outside seems more like play...
June 2, 2009
Somewhere...
To say I had a creative day yesterday would be an understatement. To say I had one of the MOST creative days in my recent memory, would be more accurate. When I am working in the great outdoors, my paintings become these very special, precious events. When I look back on my plein air work from the past, with each piece I am reminded of the the moment in which it was created. The weather, the hot sun or cold rain, how the air smelled, the sounds that surrounded me, and all the small details that would be otherwise forgotten had I not been painting. Painting out of doors puts me in the moment, and allows me to become completely present, and it is such an amazing experience.
I would like the world to be my studio, I wonder if that is possible...May 31, 2009
May 23, 2009
Post Party Pictures
From the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame... one of Jason's fans sent these! Thanks, I love the lights..
May 21, 2009
Some People Love to Lie
11 x 14" Oil and Acrylic on Canvas Board
Please E-mail me if you are interested in purchasing this piece.
May 20, 2009
You are my Sunshine
5 x 7" Oil on Canvas Board Sold.
A page from my sketchbook, I love the reflections of the palms in the glass table!
A Corner of my Studio...
... another corner! May 18, 2009
Boxer
16 x 20" Oil on Gallery Wrap Canvas Donation to the Florida Boxer Rescue's show, The Art of Rescue. This piece will be on display at the The Art Institute of Tampa Gallery from June 1 through June 13, 2009. Thanks so much to Jen over at Made by Girl for allowing me to use photos her lovely pooches as references. Your pups are Adorable Jen!!!!
May 10, 2009
I See You in There
8 x 16" Oil on Canvas BoardPlease E-mail me for pricing and shipping details. Please allow up to 3 weeks for delivery, including drying time! I love this, and had such a great time painting her.... do you recognize her in the post below?
May 9, 2009
In Hopes...
... of a new painting very soon, sometimes you just have to draw. I'd much rather paint, but I think I forgot how- hope to remember soon ;) Every few months I become obsessed with birds, and want to cover HUGE canvases with them, I then convince myself I don't have the time and move on. I feel because it keeps popping up in my frontal lobe, I need to start paying attention. I'm going to go for a bike ride now.
May 1, 2009
A Little Sketch
I am a minimalist when it comes to setting up my palette. A warm red, yellow, & blue, a cool red, yellow & blue, and of course, white. I have done it this way most of my life, a combination of habit and it's just what's worked best for my personal taste! Whenever I do a workshop the first this I investigate is how my teacher sets up his/her palette. I find it very interesting, and I think it tells volumes about a person... a picture of my palette below...
... so the other afternoon, my BF comes home super excited and says, " I have a present for you in the front room!" Immediately excited and curious, as I can't imagine what it might be, I open a big brown u- haul moving box. Inside I find all of the oil colors I've never tried!! Oh the colors, I've seen them millions of times on the shelves, but now they are patiently waiting, in my studio to be used. Honestly, I am a bit nervous. I have no idea where to put them on my palette, but I am so excited to experiment and see what happens! Thanks BF.
New Colors!
A Little Sketch
... so the other afternoon, my BF comes home super excited and says, " I have a present for you in the front room!" Immediately excited and curious, as I can't imagine what it might be, I open a big brown u- haul moving box. Inside I find all of the oil colors I've never tried!! Oh the colors, I've seen them millions of times on the shelves, but now they are patiently waiting, in my studio to be used. Honestly, I am a bit nervous. I have no idea where to put them on my palette, but I am so excited to experiment and see what happens! Thanks BF. 
New Colors!
A Little Sketch8 x 10" Oil on Canvas Board
Please E-mail me if you are interested in this little sketch!
April 28, 2009
Bunnies Rule!
Thanks to everyone who came out to support your local designers at Appel and Frank last weekend. I had a great time meeting you all, artists and attendees included! My table was set up next to Keri of Small Miracles Photography, her work is absolutely captivating, and so is she! ( I made a new friend ;)) I hope everyone's weekend was good, I feel like I inundated myself with news (as in the 24 hr news channels) so I'm taking a break from that for a few days. Back to work! April 21, 2009
April 19, 2009
April 13, 2009
Hello Monday!
I spent most of the weekend cleaning and organizing my studio~ I love these three paintings together!
April 10, 2009
Our Families Rock!
Oh, indeed they did! They all met up with us in Cleveland last weekend to celebrate my partner being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame! It was an amazing time, honoring Jason's career thus far, and being able to share it with our family and close friends was such a treat. I will have more pictures to follow, as I hardly took any myself, so Sara and Heather hook me up!
I know I was going to post this recipe last week, but time got away from me... I made this soup to accompany fish/tofu tacos. It was a nice contrast to the spicy tacos, as it has a slightly sweet flavor, let me know what you think!
*2 cans of Black Beans, one drained, on left in juice
* 3 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 Medium Sweet Potato, chopped in small pieces
• 2 Medium Carrots, chopped
• 2 Celery Stalks, chopped
• ¼ Teaspoon of Salt
• 3 Medium garlic cloves, minced
• 1 Tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 Teaspoon ground Chile powder
• 3 Cups No-Chicken Broth
• 2 Tbsp fresh lime juice
• Cilantro
• Avocado
• Blender
Directions:
Heat Olive oil over medium heat in your soup pot, I love this one.
Add the celery, carrots, sweet potato, and salt. Cook until softened, about 15 minutes.
Add the cumin, chili powder, and garlic, cook for an additional few minutes.
Mix in the beans, including the liquid from one can, and no-chicken stock. Bring almost to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
Place about half soup into blender, mix until pureed, return to soup pot. Mix in limejuice.
Adjust seasonings if you like a spicier soup. (Heather ☺)
Garnish with cilantro and avocado… and sour cream if you wish! Enjoy!!
Candy Jade
Blue & Green Turquoise
*Candy Jade Necklace, and my first Jewelry give away! This a great piece for spring and summer, and it looks great with a simple white T! Leave me a comment, or email me your favorite thing about spring... be as simple or elaborate as you like, the 10th comment/email I receive will be the new owner of this lovely necklace!
I know I was going to post this recipe last week, but time got away from me... I made this soup to accompany fish/tofu tacos. It was a nice contrast to the spicy tacos, as it has a slightly sweet flavor, let me know what you think!
Black Bean Soup
*2 cans of Black Beans, one drained, on left in juice
* 3 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 Medium Sweet Potato, chopped in small pieces
• 2 Medium Carrots, chopped
• 2 Celery Stalks, chopped
• ¼ Teaspoon of Salt
• 3 Medium garlic cloves, minced
• 1 Tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 Teaspoon ground Chile powder
• 3 Cups No-Chicken Broth
• 2 Tbsp fresh lime juice
• Cilantro
• Avocado
• Blender
Directions:
Heat Olive oil over medium heat in your soup pot, I love this one.
Add the celery, carrots, sweet potato, and salt. Cook until softened, about 15 minutes.
Add the cumin, chili powder, and garlic, cook for an additional few minutes.
Mix in the beans, including the liquid from one can, and no-chicken stock. Bring almost to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
Place about half soup into blender, mix until pureed, return to soup pot. Mix in limejuice.
Adjust seasonings if you like a spicier soup. (Heather ☺)
Garnish with cilantro and avocado… and sour cream if you wish! Enjoy!!
My Studio has been looking a lot like Spring lately...
Candy Jade
Blue & Green Turquoise
*Candy Jade Necklace, and my first Jewelry give away! This a great piece for spring and summer, and it looks great with a simple white T! Leave me a comment, or email me your favorite thing about spring... be as simple or elaborate as you like, the 10th comment/email I receive will be the new owner of this lovely necklace!
March 27, 2009
Do you see what I see?
9 x 12" Oil on Canvas I am loving thick paint at the moment! I have an great black bean soup recipe I'm going to post a bit later. Cheers!
March 23, 2009
An Orange
How about some vitamin C ???
12 x 12" Oil on Canvas Board
12 x 12" Oil on Canvas Board Sold!
I could not get a photo that represented the texture of this painting, which I think is the most fun part! Please E-mail me if you are interested in putting this painting on your wall, preferably on a wall in your kitchen!
March 21, 2009
I am in Love...
... with this artist's work.
Wayne Thiebaud
Three Machines
1963
oil on canvas
30 x 36 1/2 in.
See more paintings here.
March 7, 2009
February 27, 2009
February 26, 2009
February 11, 2009
February 10, 2009
February 6, 2009
February 5, 2009
Teach Me Your Song.
9 x 12" Oil on Canvas, painted on the sides, ready to hangSold!
Agate and Sterling Silver
Inspiration! January 28, 2009
January 25, 2009
January 23, 2009
See Gossie, It's Still Winter
8" x 10" Oil on CanvasSold.
I received some new stones in the mail this morning, soon to be rings! January 16, 2009
January 15, 2009
Meditating Bear in a Pink Room
12" x 16" Oil on Gallery Wrap CanvasPlease email me about this piece.
January 13, 2009
November 19, 2008
New Jewels!
For the past few months I have been taking a jewelry fabrication class. It ended yesterday, and here are a few of the results that I'm really excited about! A Drusy Chalcedony Ring, which I am wearing right now!!! A Drusy Chalcedony Cuff Bracelet, and a Polar Bear Pendant Necklace. The Polar Bear Necklace will initially be available by pre- order only, orders will be shipped out in January. The necklace is hand cut out of Sterling Silver, finished with a lovely matte texture and strung on a adjustable silver chain. $ 170.00 Pre- order yours here. I have also been a bit obsessed with pearls lately, I think it might be Sex and the City inspired, at any rate, I've been stringing them like a mad woman. The ones above are hand knotted with purple silk.November 11, 2008
Star Light, Star Bright...
8" x 16" Acrylic and Oil on Canvas Boardemail me nicole@abunnyaday.com for more information on this piece!
Wow. In the words of my favorite Comedian, What... a Whirlwind. The house is Very quiet today after a long weekend of family fun. We miss you- Guys!! Ha! I have a few pictures I want to post later today, but for now back to work!
November 5, 2008
We're on our Way...
8" x 16" Acrylic and Oil on Canvas BoardPlease email me nicole@abunnyaday.com if you are interested in this piece!
November 4, 2008
October 28, 2008
October 20, 2008
October 15, 2008
Pow Wow
I love this piece so very much! It has some of my favorite characters in it- funnily enough all manufactured by the same plush toy company Manhattan Toy. Check them out, they make absolutely the most adorable stuffies!!!
Today is one of those days. One of those Amazing days where I feel excited, happy, and so lucky to be able to spend my time creating. I am also feeling very generous- and this means a few things: I am going to be sending my little sister and sister's in- law- ( I dislike that term "in-law," they are my sisters.) a few goodies this week for being F-ing fabulous and THE BEST. I can't believe how it worked out, I couldn't have asked for a better girl for my older bro to marry, she has become one of my very best friends, and my partner's sister is super fun, and I love to be around her!!! I also am going to be giving away Three 81/2 x 11" prints of "Pow Wow"- just be one of the first three to comment on this post, it can be anything- even just your name- and it's yours! Unfortunately I am not shipping internationally yet, so this giveaway is limited to domestic readers only. If you are one of the first three to comment, please email your shipping address to nicole@abunnyaday.com Xoxo
October 5, 2008
Vanilla and Rees's Redo!
I like this so much better!11" x 14" Oil on Canvas
Please E mail me nicole@abunnyaday.com if you are interested in this piece!
October 4, 2008
Vanilla and Rees's
11 x 14" Oil on CanvasThis one isn't done yet, I think I'm going to remove the Polka Dots...
September 28, 2008
Bunny Bear
It's a Bear who wishes he were a Bunny!!!11 x 14" Oil on Canvas
September 22, 2008
September 21, 2008
September 9, 2008
August 11, 2008
August 10, 2008
August 7, 2008
August 4, 2008
Cool Bird
5 x 7" Oil on CanvasI LOVE painting Birds. They're colorful- and look great with Polka Dots! I will post a better photo of this painting tomorrow.
August 3, 2008
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