Simple Joys : ACEO Limited Edition Still Lifes

What could be more relaxing than a good book and a glass of wine?

This is a  2.5” x 3.5” inch ACEO Limited Edition Print (50) of an oil painting from my series of 26 original Still lifes.

In many of my still life paintings I use a wine glass as the main character to personify the human spirit. These paintings are about the simple joys of life, leisure, and contemplation.

This ACEO Print and more from the series are available from my Etsy shop at: http://DanielMontoya.etsy.com

I have also created a simple and affordable DIY Tutorial on my blog for ACEO fans on how to safely frame and display them at:  http://DanielMontoyaStudio.blogspot.com

Thank you for taking the time to visit! and please try to check out all of the other wonderful and inventive ACEO artists on the ACEtsy Team!

Snowflake Series

Snowflakes 5 of 12

by Artist Rita Squier

ACEO Art Card

Original Watercolor Painting

Size: 2.5 x 3.5 inches

I've created a series of 12 snowflake ACEOs by painting one large snowflake painting and cutting it up into 12 individual ACEOs. Shown here is Snowflakes 5. On my own blog, I blogged about the inspiration for this series: http://ritasquier.blogspot.com. This snowflake and more from the series are available in my Etsy shop: http://squier.etsy.com.

Pretty soon we will be seeing real snowflakes floating from the sky.

"RAINBOW GIRLZ"

Hi everyone, been a long time since my last post. I haven't had much access to a computador since my pc broke a few months ago, so posting has become an issue.

Anyways, I've just listed several original ACEOs for sale on my ArtFire and Etsy stores. If you'd like to take a look, please visit:http://www.artfire.com/modules.php?name=Shop&sc_id=58040&seller_id=13440&op=new

I'm running a sale this month and shipping is FREE with every ACEO purchase.

Below is my newest collection "Rainbow Girlz". Hope you like them.


Hugs,
Jade

The Jewels of Autumn

Autumn Jewels

by Rita Squier

Original Watercolor Painting

ACEO - Art Card

Size: 2.5 x 3.5 inches

The leaves are beginning to turn their gorgeous autumn colors here in Upstate New York. Pretty soon they will be falling from the trees and we will soon be outdoors raking them all up into large piles to play in and then cart away.

This little ACEO and more can be found in my Etsy Shop.

Have a great day!

I love it when...

...an ACEO artist wants to help a good cause! 

Here is a fun little creation from WorldOfMoments.  100% of this purchase will go the Dockery Foundation. This is a print of her original painting called "Are You Aware?"

Here is part of her description:  This ribbon is purposefully made to be just a little bit different, just a little bit un-perfect. Because in real life, every case of autism is just as different.

Way to make a difference, Mel! 
 
This makes me want to think about ways I can make a difference, too.  How about you?
 
Blessings,
Kathy

Featured Seller: artwatercolor

I came across this beautiful original watercolor painting titled "Color Composition" yesterday and fell in love with it. It is by EtsyACEO member artwatercolor.

I asked Anca to tell me a little bit about how she did it. "I was on a holiday when I painted this watercolor and was relaxing sketching in the garden. There are two weeks each summer when that area is full of dragonflies and it's magical. I know the subject may seem a bit cruel but the real subject is the beauty of nature, in all of its forms. I started sketching the dragonfly with a small brush and then added the spider web background to complete the composition. Then I just played with colors and textures. It took longer to complete then my other watercolor paintings, because of all the hues and details, but I'd say it was worth it."

© artwatercolor

I really like her style of painting, I really find them unique and interesting. I hope you will take a look at all of her artwork that she has for sale in her Etsy shop.

© artwatercolor

Sweet September Saturdays by Artist/Designer/Photographer Glenna Normyle

Thank you very much for inviting me to write about ACEO's and ETSY. As we pass from one season to another you can really feel it and certainly see it. This new season Fall 2009 is just starting for us here in New England. Cooler nights herald the beginning of the Fall season for us. I am also very much swayed in my creativity at this point. I have been creating ACEO's with Fall, back to school, owl, bird and Christmas themes. Some ideas for ACEO's come to me and they are so simple in design. This Hoot Owl Aceo I made was simple to make and fun. A few months ago I had ordered a package of various iron on items, beautful embellishments etc...from a fellow Etsian. When I received my order I took one look at this owl and I said to myself, very cute, unique I really would like to preserve it on aceo cardstock to share with someone else. Enjoy! It is available for sale at my shop Glenna's Garden. By visiting www.gnormyle.etsy.com you can see this aceo and others I have created.

Hiking in the Adirondacks

Forest Path

by Artist Rita Squier

ACEO Art Card

Original Watercolor Painting

Size: 2.5 x 3.5 inches

During the summer and fall we spend a great deal of time in the Adirondack mountains in upstate New York. Traveling and hiking through the woods has inspired many of my watercolor paintings.

Take a hike on a Forest Path. This little ACEO can be found in my Etsy Shop along with more Adirondack and nature inspired watercolor ACEOs.

Still being influence by Kauai – new ACEO’s

© M Pruitt 2009

I can’t help it… the island got into my blood. I want to move there and just keep soaking in that healthful island living!

Well, still being there in heart has drawn out a of me, paintings, inspired by the beauty there. I completed these ACEO’s recently – all of which are for sale in my Etsy shops (or click the picture)

 © M Pruitt 2009

I totally and completely fell in love with Plumeria's! They were blooming everywhere. The variety of colors intrigued me and the smell is intoxicating! One of these Plumeria paintings includes native symbols and pen work in the background. The other is a bud just opening in the early morning!

 

© M Pruitt 2009

 

© M Pruitt 2009

Thanks for stopping by the ACETSY blog! Be sure to come and visit my shop, The Creators Palette, for a selection of original watercolor painting ACEO’s.

Christian Daisy Child

Christian Daisy Flower Child

My newest whimsical creation!
This one is right up there at the top of my favorite list!
Some times it is great to step out side the box.

Soft as a petal,
I walk through the green meadows.
Leaving no fear behind!

I hope you like my newest creation.

You can find it at

My Etsy Shop

Mary & Baby Jesus

I have been busy creating, this is just one of my newest creations!
And I loved it so much I printed it out in 11 x14!
I hope you like my newest creation.

You can find it at

My Etsy Shop

Reaction to Making a Difference

I am so excited about the Make A Difference Movement! Read what's happening.

"Robin, I gave out three of your little cards yesterday to some very
specialfriends and customers...I wrote a little note on the back thanking them
fortheir business and friendship, then handed them to them and told them why I
wasgiving them the card....one of the ladies who is already special to me, was
intears and took her's home and showed her husband...Just thought I'd let you
know:) "

For the Love of Orange

Fire Dew Drops

by Artist Rita Squier

Original Watercolor Painting

ACEO, Art Card

Size: 2.5 x 3.5 inches

The warmth of a summer camp fire, the thought of the glowing autumn approaching, reminds me of this little dew drop ACEO. It is currently featured in an Etsy Treasury titled "pumpkin."

Mermaids Of The Sea

Oh wow..
I love the colorful tones I have incorporated into this design!
All I can say is I can't wait to see it on my new 3-D pearl essence paper!
I am sure this one will have me ooh and awing!
Okay off to the printers now to place my order!
I hope you like my newest creation.

You can find it at

My Etsy Shop

Where Do You Find Your Inspiration

Dusk

by Artist Rita Squier

Original Watercolor Painting

ACEO - Art Card

Size: 2.5x3.5 inches

We spend a great deal of time in the Adirondack Mountains in upstate New York. Hiking down trails, nature is such a great inspiration for my artwork.

Where do you find your inspiration?

Embossed and soft pastel original ACEO by Robin Maria Pedrero

Dragonflies are delightful!

"Yellow Dragonfly"

"2Dragonflies"

Robin Maria Pedrero is a signature member of the Pastel Society of America

In the Hood!

Here is a sweet custom illustration I just finished for a client. To me, this little guy just looks like Robin Hood. I am going to do another in a fedora, a little Bogart action, he he, so we'll see what kind of actor he can be!

It is such a joy to me to share my love of animals with others and to be able to take an image and make some itty bitty fantasy of it!

I hope you enjoy this piece.
Regards, Rebecca
Smelly Rhino Studio

"He's got the whole world..."
acrylic


"Sunshine Field"
acrylic


"View From the Trees"
Windsor&Newton inks and Sharpie pen

Here are three new ACEO's that I have recently added to my shop. They are all done on ACEO size canvases, complete with stretcher bars.

www.juneblue.etsy.com

Thanks for looking! ~Miriam

A New Look

Aquamarine Dew Drops

by Artist Rita Squier

Original Watercolor Painting

Art Card, ACEO

Size: 2.5 x 3.5 inches

I decided to give my Etsy Shop a new look. It is so important to have wonderful photos to draw people in. I also wanted to create a sense of size and scale to these wonderful little ACEO Art Cards. I wanted to display them in an unusual and unique way.

What do you think?

Two mixed media works by Robin Maria Pedrero

"The Teacher"original mixed media aceo by Robin Maria Pedrero
A mixed media piece in my ACEO series that is a perfect keepsake to honor a teacher. The verse here talks about "The Teacher..he imparted knowledge to the...pondered and searched out....just the right words..and upright and true...other symbols like the crossword, a piece of the sky, more words on hope...

"My Darling"original mixed media aceo by Robin Maria Pedrero. A fun mixed media piece in my ACEO series. "I liken you my darling....your cheeks are beautiful...with earring...."See the earring on the branch, there's more if you study it. The back states date and time of completion.

Visit A Visual Journey by Robin Maria Pedrero to see these and more.