The past few months I have been exploring a new series that I am calling my "Art Nouveau Migration" series.  I have been studying the art Nouveau period and looking at the color palette that was used as well as form and shape that were typical of that time frame.  

Britanica defines Art Nouveau as the following:  

Art Nouveau, ornamental style of art that flourished between about 1890 and 1910 throughout Europe and the United States. Art Nouveau is characterized by its use of a long, sinuous, organic line and was employed most often in architecture, interior design, jewelry and glass design, posters, and illustration. https://www.britannica.com/art/Art-Nouveau 

I have always been drawn to nature so this new approach really resonates for me. 

I am excited to show you a few pieces that I have completed in my exploration.

 










New Seasons Markets and the Beaverton Arts Commission Present The Original Watercolors by award winning artist:

Anji Grainger

New Seasons Progress Ridge:
14805 SW Barrows Road, Suite 103. Beaverton. Open 8am - 11pm.

Beaverton Arts Commission calls it: ·  Stunning Natural Watercolors by Anji Grainger

Dates: October 1 - 31, 2013

New works in exploring texture in watercolor

Unique and fun results...

Check out this great article written by Angela Wrahtz! 

Wonderfully written story about the Portland Rose Festival's Annual Juried Rose Show held at the Oregon Society of Artists: 

http://www.nowartportland.blogspot.com/

"Portland's Party is Coming Out Roses" - Takes 1st place at the 2013 Rose Show!

I was so thrilled and honored that the juror gave me a first place for the theme category in this years Juried Portland Rose Festival show with the Oregon Society of Artists.  Very cool.  Then was doubly thrilled to also win the people’s choice award.  I actually was quite surprised  because I heard several large groups of people talking about a different painting that they were voting for so when they called my name I wasn’t expecting it!  Woo Hoo! 

Original Watercolor on Paper

New Work completed

"Walk This Way" Original Watercolor on paper - Image size is 28” x 9 ¾ ”- $875.00 Framed size 34 5/8” x 16”

"Autum Mist" - Mixed Media - Watercolor and Light Molding paste texturing - Image size 14" x 10"

- $475.00

Come see my work at the Helvetia Lavender Farm, Friday - Sunday, July 13, 14 and 15, 2012.  Hope to see you there!

This piece is called "In Time for Breakfast" and is watercolor paper on a 1.75 inch cradled birch wood board.  Price:  $125

You can find more information about the Lavender Festival and Helvetial Lavender farm at: 

http://www.helvetialavenderfarm.com/

New Work "Hanging Out for Breakfast"

Preparing for the Lavender Festival at Helvetia Lavender Farm July 13,14 and 15, 2012.  This is an original watercolor mounted on a 2" cradled Birch Wood board.  I call it "Hanging Out for Breakfast".

First Entry for the 2011 juried Portland Rose Festival Show

"Carnival of a Festival Rose"  - watermedia and collage, watercolor, ink, and found papers.  Image is 12" x 12".  Imagine the bustling scene around Portland's Rose Festival - the sounds of carnival music, the excitement of waterfront park, and the quiet of the rose garden.   $225.00

"Lighter Than a Feather"

A "Quick Study" watercolor on 300 pound arches cold press paper.  Image is 11.5" x 15.5".  Matted price:  $475.00

My New Work: "Ariel"

Do we remember when we were teenagers, and how we looked at life?  This painting that I call "Ariel" is all about being a Teen ...

Painted on 140 pound cold press Arches watercolor paper.  Image Size 22" x 15"  $1275.00

New Series and new posts comming soon