I have a tendency to organise shapes in simple thoughtful ways, so in the beginning i took simple cutout shapes and arranged them in a pleasing composition.

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Circle, Square, Triangle

This was done in Jean Carter's class - geometric, abstract collage

yoga on the beach

acrylic on watercolor paper
10" x 20"
$300
$375 framed

Never underestimate the power layers of paint. This painting is a revised version of Dance Therapy II. http://priti-fine-art.blogspot.com/2015/12/dance-therapy-ii.html.
Which version do you like better?

Thinking about elements and  principals of design- color, shape, space, harmony, balance, rhythm, contrast, edges, and repetition.
This painting is done from life drawing 15 minute sketches, like these:

Fish Pond

Large Acrylic on Watercolor Paper
22" x 30"
Framed size: 27" x 38"
$900

Fish Pond is inspired by a the zen feeling of watching fish swim and following their rhythmic, swirling movement in the pond water around them. 

Happy to mention that this painting has been accepted into the Chelmsford Center for the Arts "Garden In The Gallery Show". This exhibit will run from April 3 through May 17.  The Opening Reception is Friday, April 3^rd, 5:30-7:30pm.  The Gallery will be open Saturdays and Sundays, 2:00-4:00pm.

I began this painting before i went to India- finally got to complete it today. This is done from a photo taken at the local botanical garden . The flash captured the bubbles very well and the whole painting depicts the grace and movement of the fish.

Oil on canvas board
20" x 24"
This painting is for sale
If you wish to purchase the above painting, please email me;
plathia@hotmail.com