3 Mar 2017

March: In Like a Lion

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  March came ‘in like a lion’ where I live in SE Tennessee (with tornado warnings) and in many other parts of the country, so I’ll stick with that as the theme I had already chosen for this month’s features.  “Her Highness” was one of my first animal paintings, during what might be called my African wildlife phase. My wonderful friends Bill and Lois had been on safaris in Africa and came home with amazing photographs. They invited me to … Read More
7 Feb 2017

February: So Sweet

posted in: acrylic, commissioned painting, dog portrait, giclee print, open edition, prints, watercolor | 0

My painting theme this month is “sweet” and here are four of my paintings, with a variety of subjects, which I think fit this category. Of course, February is always sweet for me, since Valentine’s Day is the day I married my forever sweetheart! “Decadence” features a super sweet display of yummy chocolates. This painting was a real departure from my usual subject matter. I purposely aimed at creating a strong and unusual image, since my intention was to enter … Read More
30 Jan 2017

Calendar Pin-Ups

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I’ve been asked many times if any of the 12 images of my paintings in my 2017 Calendar can be purchased. Four of the original paintings are still for sale, and most of those shown on the calendar are available as prints. I’ve made an inventory and list it here, along with links to each painting in my online gallery so you can find out more about any image which interests you. You’ll notice information about the prints with each … Read More
4 Jan 2017

January: Start the Year Off Fine

posted in: acrylic, calendar, inspiration, landscape | 0

“Let It Snow” © Judy Lavoie “December Snow” © Judy Lavoie Based on the popularity of my new 2017 Calendar (still a few available @ $15), I am beginning a monthly Artwork Feature. The calendar features one of my paintings for each month, and, similarly, my blog posts will focus on one of my painting themes each month. This month it’s “snow!” Paintings of snowy landscapes are one of my favorite subjects. We don’t get a lot of snow where … Read More
22 Dec 2016

The “Big Time”

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Yes, it’s the Big Time for me. My award-winning painting, “In The Spotlight,” is currently on exhibit in Clarksville, Tennessee, which is northwest of Nashville on the Kentucky border. But wait, there’s more…. The hosting venue, the Customs House Museum, chose my painting to feature on the show banner which is hanging on the exterior of the historic building! I am surprised and honored. My friend Mike, the subject in my painting and a native of Nashville, visited the exhibit … Read More
1 Dec 2016

Art Sale – 25% Off!

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Need a special gift for Christmas or an upcoming event? Want to treat yourself to some fine art? Here’s your chance… at a great savings! From now through Dec. 31, 2016, any purchase of my artwork from the Tellico Art Center which totals $100 or more will automatically receive 25% OFF. Choose from original paintings in watercolor and acrylic, limited edition signed prints, open edition prints, notecards, mugs, mousepads and more. See my new 2017 calendar, with one of my … Read More
6 Oct 2016

Tyson

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“Tyson” My paintings cover a wide variety of subjects, but if I had to restrict myself to one, I’d pick dog portraits. Every furry face has its distinct characteristics and I love to hone in on each one’s uniqueness.  I also know how much pleasure I get from seeing my doggies’ faces in the portraits I’ve done, particularly those who have passed away, and it pleases me to be able to do this for others. Maggie Mae The eyes are … Read More
25 Jul 2016

You Can Own It Too!

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“Barnyard Bouquet” is one of my paintings which several people have told me they would like to purchase. Too late now… the original was bought by my sweet friend Ginny and hangs in her flower-filled sunroom. By popular demand, I’ve just produced a limited edition of signed and numbered giclee prints, so it can hang on your wall too!The new prints are on canvas, just as I painted the original, and they are museum quality. The reproduction quality is so … Read More
13 Jul 2016

See the Show Winners

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The 2016 Tennessee Watercolor Society Exhibition winners are now posted on the organization’s website, so if you didn’t see the show in Knoxville you can have a look here. Click on any of the images for a larger view. I am proud to be included with my painting “In The Spotlight,” which you can read about in my previous blog posts. Judy and “In The Spotlight” at the Knoxville showing My painting was also chosen as one of 30 in … Read More
24 May 2016

Hoorah – I Won!

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I am delighted and proud to announce that my watercolor “In The Spotlight” has received a top award at the opening of the 35th Biennial Juried Exhibition of the Tennessee Watercolor Society! My painting received the “Beauty of Watermedia” cash award, which is funded by donations made by the Society’s members over the past 2 years… $1150 in cash – whoopee! My award was the third place; the two lovely paintings chosen for 1st and 2nd received $1200 purchase prizes, … Read More

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