First Painting of 2012!

"Hills Hotel - Red Chair #1"

This is my very first painting of 2012!

"Hills Hotel - Red Chair #1" is an original oil 

on a Raphael Linen Panel - 14" x 11"

(available from studio)

This brand new piece represents a direction I will

be heading towards in this wonderful New Year!

This is the year of the dragon...a year for change...

and... this is going to be the best year ever!!!!

My penchant for figurative renderings is even more

passionate than ever!  I am adding some brand new

 colors to my palette, and stretching to new heights

 new techniques, and some novel painterly surfaces 
to launch my 2012 series.

This year, my skin tones will take on porcelain hues

with softer edges and a focus on stunning features;

 distinctive features that draw you in and 
don't allow you to leave.

I plan on accentuating expressive graceful hands,

alluring lips and arresting eyes.

All women are so beautiful, inside and out.  

Capturing this inner beauty 

is my ultimate creative intent.  Portraying this

grace and elegance in my works my 

 hallmark!

My model for the Hills Hotel series is a wonderful,

effervescent, sweet and lovely young woman who
leaves you feeling happy just knowing her.
  She is an absolute joy and it is an honor to work with her.

I invite you, the viewer, to join me

in celebrating this wondrous New Year,
filled with limitless possibilities and dreams come true.

Look for some exciting news in forthcoming shows...

and stay tuned for new leading-edge paintings.

Magic and miracles are in store this year!

Blessings,

September McGee

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The Last Painting of 2011 by September McGee, American Impressionist

"The Blues Singer II"

14" x 11" oil on museum panel

I wanted to finish off 2011 with a painting that spoke of the flavor of another wonderful year now ending.  Interestingly it ended up being one of my paintings of musicians.   But then again, what better ending!

She took three nights at the easel, when she dries I will most likely

tweek a few things here and there...in the interim....

May your song be sung with passion, joy, love and magic

and....

May 2012 be the year of miracles for you!

Blessings,

September McGee

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Happy Miraculous Monday from September McGee Studios

"Cafe Series - The Hills Hotel - Bar #1 - First Date"

"The Hills Hotel - Bar #1 - First Date" is the first in this brand new series. I met this gorgeous model at my summer show and she agreed to model for me. As it turns out we did our modeling session at the Hills Hotel in Laguna Hills, CA and what a treat. There were many different locations from the lobby to the bar and more. I was in heaven - a dream location.

...an a dream model! Jacqui was prepared with dresses and shoes and an effervescent personality. We began the modeling session and it was magic from beginning to end. Our concerted efforts paid off and I was thrilled with the incredible photographs of this beautiful woman on my camera. How lucky can you get?!

I have been biting at the bit to begin painting some of these images and plan on doing many large ones. This is a small study to get my brushes rolling and get familiar with my model. I just love the palette that evolved and the stance of this gorgeous model is so innocent and endearing.

We had so much fun doing this modeling session and I can't say thank you enough to Jacqui for her beautiful spirit, for modeling and for lending me her Dad's hotel for the evening.

On this Miraculous Monday I wish you FUN! and miracles...small and large. Look for them. You might be surprised to find them everywhere!

Blessings,

September McGee

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Happy Thankful Thursday!

"Cafe Series - Bordeau Reflections"

oil on Museum Panel

This rendering reminds me how grateful I am to paint. These little studies can be so much fun and when the paint is flowing - let it flow!

Life itself generally ebbs and flows...every circumstance bearing gifts for us to open. How we choose to handle each moment is always up to us...we choose, we always choose...in the every only moment of NOW!

I find it way more fun to choose to be happy...particularly knowing every thought - word - action is coming back to me in one way or another.

Creating is a process that flows through us - not from us!

Letting go of how the piece is going to turn out allows for true creativity to flow. Trying to push the rendering in one direction or another can block the pathway to its fruition. The trick - get out of the way!

The same holds true for life. Decide what it is you want then get out of your own way and let the universe bring it to you....I guarantee (like so many brushstrokes that came out of the ethers) the universe will deliver far greater than you ever imagined!!!

"Bordeau Reflections" is a brand new oil on Museum panel that just rolled off my brushes. This is a painting of a beautiful woman, inside and out, who has modeled for me twice. Often the second session is more relaxed and we both know what to expect from each other... and the creativity flows.

Did you know that if you say "hmmmmmmmmm" out loud you cannot criticize yourself while saying it. Try it next time you find yourself repeating limited vocables to yourself. Relax, turn off the "neggies" and let it all flow.

My plan is to do a large painting from this study. The color palette will probably change as will the strokes and flavor of the painting.

I am so grateful to this wonderful woman who has come into my life, and also become a dear friend!

What more can you ask for!

Blessings on this Thankful Thursday,

September

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SEPTEMBER GREETINGS - From September McGee

"Cafe Series - Sunday Afternoon"

Pastel on Board

Summer show is over - A huge success!

I am back in my studio with new found energy

for brand new creations....

but while the show was going I also

was juried into FIVE national juried exhibitions!!!!!

"Sunday Afternoon" was juried into the PSWC National Exhibition 2011

and I received my Signature Member Honor with the PSWC,

making it my second Signature member Honor.

"Sunday Afternoon" was just also juried into

Chicago Pastel Painters,

Third Biennial National Juried Exhibition!

The show opens September 15th

and run through October 28, 2011

at theMayslake Peabody Estate

1717 West 31st Street

Oak Brook, IL 60523

www.mayslakepeabody.com

Check back for more juried exhibition updates and

feel free to contact me information on paintings and commissions.

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Have a blessed day!

September

Monday Musings with American Impressionist Artist, September McGee

Cafe Series - Lunch at the White House - Terri

Starting off this holiday week with a beautiful new painting of a wonderful and special woman who has blessed my life with her friendship, giving spirit and loving heart!

This is an oil on museum board from a brand new series of paintings from Lunch at the White House!  The owner of the White House in Anaheim, CA was kind enough to allow us to do a photo session at his fabulous restaurant and I am very excited about this series. 

With gratitude being the order of the day on this Thanksgiving week, I am ever so grateful for my family and friends, for the generosity of so many people who help me with my art and for the gift of creativity.

I am truly blessed!

Wishing you the best day of your life - today and always!

September McGee

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