Video of Richichi working in the Studio

I most often work from life however here is a studio piece created from a photo reference. Usually I have a study to work from as well. This was create last summer so that solo exhibit I speak of is over. Now, I'm building my inventory for next year and working on commissions. Here is a taste of how work begins. To see work created start to finish, consider traveling with me to Tuscany and Umbria in Italy this coming summer- July 10-17 in 2010.


The Golden Open Acrylics were used as a base as a wash. The finished piece is shown below.



It is my intention to capture the feeling of the place, the spirit of the place and not only how it looks. These pieces help to alter the environment they end up in.

Winding Hills Scene 24" x 36"
Pastel
On exhibit at Fieldstone Fine Art in Ramsey, NJ.

What's New in the Studio?

Welcome Julie Saltzberg to the Richichi Studio as an apprentice. She's been painting historical scenes around Orange County for two years now. Her enthusiasm about art makes her the perfect helper and I love sharing with her all I can. Here are a few of her works in oil.




She is also helping me develop a line of jewelry so you can
wear the energy- the chi.

Here is a sample of what is to come ...

Surrender to Inspiration Necklace
"Transformation Collection"

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$75 value- Introductory offer
$60 through Nov. 28th.

*Order two & receive Free shipping in the continental US.
Key chains and money clips also available. For a
custom piece choose a Richichi painting (add an additional $10). Go to www.LindaRichichi.com to pick your favorite painting.
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Contact me at Linda@LindaRichichi.com

Bayer Healthcare Exhibits works by Wiedenbaum, Richichi and Edlund

On Nov. 5th three artists from Fieldstone Fine Art hung work for a private showing at
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals. Other works by Marlene Wiedenbaum, Linda Richichi and Carolyn Edlund from the Hudson Valley may be seen at Fieldstone Fine Art in Ramsey, NJ.

Free ART in NY website features...

Linda Richichi, FreeArtinNY.org from Lindsey Graham on Vimeo.

Free Art in NY created a wonderful website filled with many Orange County artists. This weekend is the studio tour on Sat. and Sun. from 11-5 so please take a preview now and then stop by 38 Colden Hill Rd., Newburgh, NY . Look for balloons and signs. See you then!

Linda


ps. In the video I wasn't dancing because I was recovering from knee surgery. Dancing in the studio is again a regular activity while working. Perhaps you'll join me?

Orange Above created in the Golden Open Acrylic

Orange Above 20"x 20" Acrylic

The new Golden Open Acrylics have allowed me to create works of art that are similar to my pastels. The depth that is achieved using pastel comes easily for me. Now I'm able to acquire a similar look with the newest acrylic on the market. The open quality of the paint, meaning it stays wet longer, allows me to work en plein air or in my studio. I love the colors of the new open acrylics since they appear to me to be more like oils than traditional acrylics. This new medium is allowing me to create larger works of art since it doesn't need to be placed under glass. See the video also on this blog to see some of the newest collages since this paint can be easily mixed with paper and such. This earth friendly paint has been an answer to a prayer. No more toxic smells in the studio!

REGARDING...How's the Website Working for You?

Thanks for taking the survey.... You said you wish to have some videos. Ok, we heard you so it is being worked on. The winner of the SMALL RICHICHI ORGINAL will be announced soon after I hear back from my collectors.



Thanks!!!! Just in Barbara Wickwire from Florida is the winner of a small original.

World Wide Paint Out Demo

Yesterday the Wallkill River School was on location at Blooming Hill Farm Stand painting plein air. They asked me to Demo since I am an ambassador and signature member for the International Plein Air Painters. Here's a quick recap.

1. Start by doing a 360 degree scan of the area. Find what calls to you.

2. Take two minutes to create a black and white value study using a dark , medium and light value. Here I also added my focal point, the highest value in the light area to show where there was a break in the clouds.

3. Take a few more minutes to create the fastest color study you can do matching the values. Feel the energy of the scene rather than focusing on details!

4. I had twenty minutes to paint. Wow, what pressure. With twenty additional minutes spent (before walking around to the students) I was able to get this far.
Pastel demo- approx. 8" x 10" on UART paper (price is reduced for a demo piece- ask if interested)