Reblogged from The Birmingham Times: Each spring Birmingham becomes the center to one of the Southeast’s largest displays of paintings, sculptures, photography, jewelry and decorative arts. Dozens of artists showcase their works at the annual Magic City Art Connection (MCAC), which along with Memorial Day, is a clear sign that summer is near.
Read MoreIntroducing the new Shanti Elixirs’ “Kudzu Dandelion” Fine Dining bottle. I’m honored to once again have my artwork don the bottles of the Asheville-based honey kombucha company, Shanti Elixirs. The soft purple pink mountains, bright, sunny dandelions, and unique Kudzu flower make this label painting one of my favorite Shanti Elixir paintings yet.
Read MoreThis new mountain-inspired collection celebrates summer in the High Country, kicking off with 10 new works, to be followed by many more all summer long. See these new works in person at my Edgewood Cottage Artist Residency and Exhibition in Blowing Rock, NC starting this Monday, June 26th to Sunday, July 2nd, open daily from 10 am - 5 pm.
Read MoreLast weekend’s Art in the Park in Blowing Rock, NC made me question why in the world I had never exhibited there before. After this Saturday, however, I’m all the more eager to spend so much of my summer up in the High Country. If these art events are anything like June’s Art in the Park, then it’s going to be a beautiful, fun, art-filled summer!
Read MoreI didn’t think there was any way for this year’s Sidewalk Art Show to top last year’s, but I’m absolutely delighted to be wrong. This year’s 65th Annual Sidewalk Art Show was my first ever returning show, so I had never before experienced how wonderful it was to reconnect with collectors from last year and hear how much they still love their fine art.
Read MoreReblogged from Winston-Salem Ambassadors: We are ALL about people, and connecting people, here at the #wsambassadors. Today we have artist Veronica Vale. What’s your favorite part about Winston-Salem? My favorite part about Winston Salem is its support and enthusiasm for small businesses
Read MoreReblogged from Forsyth Woman Magazine: This month’s featured artist, Veronica Vale, follows adventure wherever it calls her name, taking in breathtaking scenes that she recreates into vibrant, expressive paintings showcasing nature’s beautiful blend of both rugged and delicate details.
Read MoreSeeing the beautiful spaces where my paintings and prints end up is the cherry on top of everything for me. I don’t always get to see the space where my work lives after it leaves my studio or art fair tent, but it always makes my day when I do. Thank you to my collectors for sending in these in situ pictures so I can see how the work I pour my heart into brightens your home and your everyday.
Read MoreSomething about the Stockley Gardens Arts Festival feels especially warm and fuzzy. Perhaps it’s the fact that 100% of the proceeds from the festival supports individuals with developmental disabilities via the Hope House Foundation. Perhaps it’s the kind locals and friendly fellow artists. Whatever the underlying cause, Stockley Gardens Art Festival has a way of lifting the spirits.
Read MoreThis weekend at Arts in the Park in Richmond, Virginia, I couldn’t believe the steady stream of art lovers who came out to bask in the beautiful weather and shop for fine art. It was a sight to see 350+ artists’ tents dotting the stretches of grassy knolls underneath towering oak trees and the droves of people who came out, nearly selling us out of our art prints.
Read MoreMagic City Art Connection lived up to its name this weekend. Between the sunny weather, the cool venue, the kind people, and the obvious enthusiasm for original fine art, our first trip to Birmingham, Alabama left us feeling charmed. 10 original paintings found their homes this weekend, and we found a new favorite place to visit in Birmingham.
Read MoreAt the 4 Bridges Arts Festival, we were astounded by the talent from every artist and the quality of every booth display. Thank you so much to my new collectors in Chattanooga for welcoming my work into your beautiful homes and lives and thank you to the Association of Visual Artists for putting on one of the highest quality art fairs we’ve exhibited in yet!
Read MoreThese eighteen brand new works are a love letter to the Blue Ridge Mountains. When we’re high up on an Appalachian trail, watching the pink Rhododendrons bloom before rolling blue mountains as far as the eye can see, that’s when we’re #FeelinBlue.
Read MoreIntroducing Shanti Elixirs’ “Blueberry Basil” Fine Dining Jun! I had such a blast creating the four seasonal label paintings for Shanti Elixirs’ alcohol-free champagne bottles this past year, that when they asked me to continue the collaboration, I was delighted! This label painting is particularly special as this flavor happened to win the Made in NC Best Drink award in Our State Magazine.
Read MoreCheck out this Spring’s bestselling art products from the new Vale Brand Line. Since the Vale Brand Line launch on February 7th, these art products have been getting the most love. So, refresh your wardrobe with these bestsellers or give the most thoughtful Mother’s Day (coming up fast on May 14th!).
Read MoreThe 3/11 Metropolitan Market in Charlotte, NC, hosted by the Starving Artist Market, was the beautiful, sunny start we needed to kick off our Spring event season. Every time we show in Charlotte, I’m always delighted by the friendly, enthusiastic people and the warm reception my work receives. I finished up my latest painting “Charlotte Sunflower Moonrise” just in time for this market.
Read MoreThis March, I’m excited to be selected for Wise Man’s Artist of the Month. I’ve just installed 11 original landscape paintings and 9 high-quality framed prints on Wise Man Brewing’s “Wall of Windows,” to be displayed from March 1st-31st. So this March (and this St. Patrick's Day!) come out for some beers, yummy food truck food, music, and fresh art!
Read MoreThe first wave of Vale Brand Line orders have arrived, and I couldn’t be more excited. Here are a few of the photos I was sent of collectors with their Vale Brand Line art treasures. Please keep sending me your pics with your new art products - they make my day! Plus, if you share on your social media, I’ll send you a courtesy code for 15% off your next order, so thanks for sharing the love!
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