Itty Bitty Bits of Pretty...Blue & White

...because everybody deserves 

a bit of pretty in their lives ;)

available on etsy

Itty Bitty Bits of Pretty. . .

. . .because everybody deserves a little bit of pretty in their lives ;)

Available on etsy.

Strawberries on Ming Plate

Something fresh & classic for the New Year...an antique blue and white Ming plate with red, ripe strawberries. Available on etsy. 

Itty Bitty Bits of Pretty. . .

(Available on etsy)

Commissions Always Welcome!

Just thought I'd share a couple recent commissions....feel free to contact me if you are interested in having a custom piece done for you!

CuPcaKeS & HyDRanGeA...Itty Bitty Bits of Pretty

Itty Bitty Bits of Pretty...because everybody needs a little pretty in their lives! ;) Available on etsy.

FReSh LEmoNs on BLuE SPoDe BoTaNicaL Plate Painting in OIL

When life gives you lemons...paint them! ;) Available on etsy.

Cherries on Vintage Floral Plate Painting in OIL by LARA

A winning combination...a beautiful dish & luscious fruit!
Available on etsy.

Strawberries on Blue Vintage Plate 8x10 Painting in OIL by LARA

Is there anything better than fresh strawberries?...well maybe cherries. Available on etsy.

Mixed Berries on Furnivals Floral Platter Painting in OIL

 This is the second of two paintings I am doing for a customer in Australia The blue is a bit more cobalt and the raspberries are warmer in tone....paintings always look better in person! If you are interested in having a custom piece done, feel free to contact me! Hope you have had a wonderful summer!

Summer Commissions

I apologize that my posts have been a bit sporadic lately...I think it's a combination of summer and working on a number of commissions :) Feel free to contact me if you are interested in having a commission done! Hope you are having a wonderful summer wherever you might be! ;)

Lilacs with Nest & Floral Plate...Painting in OIL by LARA

It was hard to get a good photo of this piece, but I am pleased with how it turned out :) Available on etsy.

FReSh LeMoNs on Blue Spode Plate...Painting in OIL

This piece may already be spoken for, but if not it will be available on etsy in the next couple of days....if you would like a Custom Plate Painting done, feel free to contact me! You can choose the style of plate, color, & what will be on the plate...strawberries, lemons, buttons, you name it! To view more examples visit my store on etsy.

Build Your Own Plate Painting

Have a favorite plate you'd like created into a one-of-a-kind painting in oil? Feel free to contact me to have one custom made for you! Also available on etsy.

SuMmeR BeRRieS on Green Floral Plate Painting in OIL by LARA

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 I love the color combination with this piece :) I think the light green makes the berries appear even more fresh & juicy! Viva La Summer! Available on etsy.

SuMmeR STraWbeRRieS on PiNk SpoDe PlaTe...Painting in OIL

I think there is nothing that quite says 'summer' as some fresh-picked, juicy red strawberries! This piece is available on etsy.

Fresh off the Easel...

  (available on etsy)

 (available on etsy)

Fresh off easel, two itty bitty bits of pretty paintings...I'll need to get some better photos tomorrow as the sun is fast asleep :) Both available on etsy. Hope everyone is having a wonderful, family-filled Memorial Day weekend! 
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Who Doesn't LoVe Hydrangea?...Painting in OIL by LARA

 

I had so much fun creating this piece...a little bit of everything I love, hydrangea, a robin's nest, vintage plant mister, transferware plate, and some old books yearning to be read. I need to get a better shot of this piece tomorrow... available on etsy. (*Kind of funny to think that the painting above comes outta this crazy mess below :)

 (**Linking to Between Naps on the Porch 
Metamorphosis Monday :) Be sure to enter my ART giveaway here, and the giveaway at My Domestic Bliss!) Both are part of the month-long giveaway extravaganza going on at My Cottage Charm...don't miss out! :)
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A Stroll Thru Life

Flea Market Style Inspiration!

 

"Antique Key on Vintage Plate," 3"x4", 

oil on canvas, (available on etsy)

 

"Antique Ornate Door Knob & Key," 3"x4",

oil on canvas, (available on etsy)

 

"Sew Cute-Miniature Vintage Button Painting," 3"x3",

oil on canvas, (available on etsy)

 

"Sew Cute-Miniature Vintage Buttons Painting," 3"x3",

oil on canvas, (available on etsy)

I was inspired this weekend to do some paintings inspired by flea markets and of course Flea Market Style Magazine! All of these have a bit of a sepia, vintage vibe and frankly my dear I love them! I just wish my camera would take better photos! Be sure to enter my Flea Market Style Magazine Giveaway below! I have 2 FREE ISSUES to give away plus a giclee print of your choice from my store (sorry, no originals this time!)