Finally back to the easel! Life has been a bit overwhelming this fall. If it hadn't been for Margaret reminding me I had a deadline for this piece, it would still be a blank canvas. This is 24 x 30" and a bit bigger than my usual work. The scene is a statue of Cincinnatus at T. Berry International Park. If you aren't familiar, it's at the Ohio end of the Purple People Bridge.
While I'm working on this piece, I'll be preparing mentally to begin a few 8 x 10's for the holidays. I hope y'all don't mind a little wet paint under the Christmas tree this year...

Starbucks and the Free Store

Fountain Square is one of my favorite scenes downtown. When I was invited to bring my work to Starbucks in Blue Ash and paint on the scene, I decided to take the image with me. It was kind of like bringing along an old friend. The challenge this time was to fit all this activity into an 8 x 10" surface.
I got most of it done while shivering in the outdoor cafe, then finished it up last night in my studio. For those who saw me painting last Friday and were interested - here it is! Send me an email if you'd like to purchase. janwrites@fuse.net
And Linda, thanks for all the hot coffee.

BOONE3 SHOW

The show opens Friday, September 5, 5 - 9:00 pm and Saturday, September 6, 10-4:00. Hope you can join us for sips 'n nibbles!

The show continues Weekends and Wednesdays through the 24th.

As you can see, there are paintings by Jan and Jessie Boone and sculpture by Tim Boone.

6980 Cambridge Ave., Mariemont, OH 45227

For information or appointment, call 513-791-7044

Stay tuned for pictures from the opening!

Second Sunday on Main

Meet budding artist, Tyrin. While we were enjoying the music and lively breezes, Tyrin was creating a Happy Meal - with dessert, too! The miniature creation was made with Tim's plasticine clay, and sold for $3.00! Way to go, Tyrin!
See you next year.

Boone3 Exhibit in September

Together again (but Chris is taking a break this time) Jan, Jessie and Tim Boone will exhibit new works at the Woman's Art Club Cultural Center in Mariemont, Ohio.

The public is welcome to the opening receptions on Friday, September 5 from 5:00 to 9:00 and Saturday, September 6 from 10:00 to 4:00.

The show continues on Wednesdays and Weekends through September 24, 1 - 4:00 p.m.

Productive Summer

I finally pulled a few small things together, and the bigger canvases are now on my easel. The "Boone 3" show at the new Cultural Center in Mariemont is coming in September, and we all want a few new items to unveil at the show. The above pieces will be included, too, but they represent the smaller items in the collection.

New Blog Address

The website looks all new, and I decided to go with a new look on the blog, too. Daily Paintings are a thing of the past, though I enjoyed the experience benefited from the demand and the pace.

My desire this summer is to work big. A few things are getting in the way, like a surprising lack of time. Getting control of my schedule will be the next BIG THING, so stay tuned for frequent, but not daily postings.

Be sure to have a look at the new website. http://longmeadowlane.com/