Chrysanthemums and Copper, oil on canvas, 12 x 16

I have been taking some time off as of late from teaching so its enabled me to work on a few more studio still life set ups. As with a previous post I am enjoying working with different lighting affects in a more controlled atmosphere. Returning to a favorite theme of copper and blue and white porcelain, I added in some chrysanthemums for additional color and texture. I thought the addition of some of the complementary blues gave a little zip to a predominately analogous painting. Even though the painting is in rather warm tones, which tend to be thought of as energetic and exciting, for some reason, I think this is a more restful painting. At any rate, it was a lot of fun to play around with. Enjoy.
Chrysanthemums and Copper
oil on canvas, 12 x 16
700.00 framed
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www.andreworr.com

Yellow and Blue, oil on canvas, 16 x 12

I have come to a more quiet time in my schedule so I am looking forward to spending some of these moments playing around with new subjects, colors or even brushes. In this piece I tried a slightly different approach to setting up my still life in terms of more controlled lights and shadows. I also wanted to focus on lost edges, especially in the shadowed areas of the painting. I liked the result and so I'll give it another go and see what happens.
Yellow and Blue
oil on canvas 16 x 12
695.00 framed, plus shipping
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artsteph1@aol.com
www.andreworr.com

Andrew Orr-Recent Paintings

November 6 through December 3, 2009
South Street Gallery
149 South Street
Hingham, MA 02043

Opening reception November 6 from 6:00 until 9:00 p.m.
Painting demonstration, November 7 from 1:00 until 3:00pm

For more information please see our advertisement in the November issue of American Art Collector magazine or visit us on the web at www.southstreetgallery.com

The Softness of Autumn, oil on canvas 12 x 16

There is something about a cloudy, somewhat gray, autumn day that can seem somewhat "soft." There is a gentleness to the light and to the time of year. After all of the events of a busy summer combined with preparations for the winter ahead, a quiet or soft autumn day can bring a wonderful sense of peace and calm.
The Softness of Autumn
oil on canvas,
12 x 16
artsteph1@aol.com
www.andreworr.com

Andrew Orr-Recent Paintings

November 6 through December 3, 2009
South Street Gallery
149 South Street
Hingham, MA 02043

Opening reception November 6 from 6:00 until 9:00 p.m.
Painting demonstration, November 7 from 1:00 until 3:00pm

For more information please see our advertisement in the November issue of American Art Collector magazine or visit us on the web at www.southstreetgallery.com

Still Waters, oil on canvas 16 x 20

This painting completed entirely on location earlier this fall was a true joy to paint. This is an area swimming hole on the Poultney River and the rock formations are truly amazing. I loved the early afternoon light in this area and hope sometime next year to paint in the same area only in a different season. I should think a fall setting of this same scene would be beautiful. I was pleased to find out that my painting, "Peonies and Hydrangeas" has won the Helen DeCozen Memorial Award for a Floral from the 81st Grand National Exhibition of the American Artists Professional League. The show will be at the Salmagundi Club, in New York until November 13th.
Still Waters
Oil on canvas, 16 x 20
artsteph1@aol.com
www.andreworr.com

Andrew Orr-Recent Paintings

November 6 through December 3, 2009
South Street Gallery
149 South Street
Hingham, MA 02043

Opening reception November 6 from 6:00 until 9:00 p.m.
Painting demonstration, November 7 from 1:00 until 3:00pm

For more information please see our advertisement in the November issue of American Art Collector magazine or visit us on the web at www.southstreetgallery.com.

Smiling Faces, oil on canvas 16 x 20

I always enjoy working with still life subjects. At the end of the season, these pansies were still looking up at me with bright happy faces so I thought it would be great to put them in a painting. The blue and white porcelain items were pieces I found in an antique shop while traveling in Australia a couple of years ago. I hope the painting makes you smile as well. This piece is one which was included in the November issue of American Art Collector magazine.

Smiling Faces
oil on canvas, 16 x 20

Andrew Orr-Recent Paintings

November 6 through December 3, 2009
South Street Gallery
149 South Street
Hingham, MA 02043

Opening reception November 6 from 6:00 until 9:00 p.m.
Painting demonstration, November 7 from 1:00 until 3:00pm

For more information please see our advertisement in the November issue of American Art Collector magazine or visit us on the web at www.southstreetgallery.com

September Sycamores, oil on canvas 20 x 24

Painted entirely on location in late September this area on the Poultney River has truly become a favorite spot.

September Sycamores
oil on canvas, 20 x 24

www.andreworr.com
artstpeh1@aol.com

Andrew Orr-Recent Paintings

November 6 through December 3, 2009
South Street Gallery
149 South Street
Hingham, MA 02043

Opening reception November 6 from 6:00 until 9:00 p.m.
Painting demonstration, November 7 from 1:00 until 3:00pm

For more information please see our advertisement in the November issue of American Art Collector magazine or visit us on the web at www.southstreetgallery.com

After the Autumn Harvest, 12 x 16, oil on canvas

Painted en plein air, it was a beautiful, sunny day after the harvest.
After the Autumn Harvest
12 x 16, oil on canvas
artsteph1@aol.com
www.andreworr.com


Andrew Orr-Recent Paintings

November 6 through December 3, 2009
South Street Gallery
149 South Street
Hingham, MA 02043

Opening reception November 6 from 6:00 until 9:00 p.m.

For more information please see our advertisement in the November issue of American Art Collector magazine or visit us on the web at www.southstreetgallery.com