My newest fine art pendant...A white dove glides through the clouds in shades of pink, magenta, violet and purple. This inspirational art is offered as a pendant, hand crafted by the artist from my original painting. Made from polymer clay with the print fired onto it, then sealed for protection.

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Fine Art Pendants

My newest items are fine art pendants. I make these out of polymer clay, using a high-quality print of one of my paintings, fired right into the clay. Each one is signed and dated on the back. Lots of these are coming and are selling fast :-).

This year, my new calendar designs feature original haiku by my mother. Here is the deluxe 12-month zen critter one:

And I also have quite a few single sheet ones

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Three dragonflies flit through a forest of green bamboo. This feng shui landscape, from the Zen Mandala series, is an original miniature acrylic painting.

ACEOs (Art Cards Editions and Originals) are miniature works of art that measure 2.5" x 3.5" (the size of sports trading cards).

Blue Star Peace Symbol Necklace - Ready to Wear:

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A peace symbol with white stars and abstract shapes on an indigo blue background, with a slight sparkle. This chunky wearable fine art is offered as a pendant, hand crafted by the artist, and one of a kind (OOAK). Made from polymer clay. An adjustable white knotted cotton cord is included so the piece is ready to wear.

An Irish angel with red hair, her hands clasped in prayer, wearing a beautiful gown of rich green with gold accents, handsculpted in polymer clay around a real metal thimble. One-of-a-kind folk art. An excellent Christmas gift or year-round collectible for anyone who loves angels.

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Sand and Sea Peace Sign - Ready to Wear:

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Perfect choice for a man or woman, a hippie peace symbol in shades of watery blue green and marbled tan, brown and beige. This unisex chunky wearable fine art is offered as a pendant, hand crafted by the artist, and one of a kind (OOAK). Made from polymer clay. An adjustable natural cotton knotted cord is included so the piece is ready to wear.

Beautiful African angel in a lavender and melon (pink orange) gown with a tribal pattern, handsculpted in polymer clay around a real metal thimble. Her open wings have a touch of pink in them. One-of-a-kind folk art. An excellent Christmas gift or year-round collectible for anyone who loves angels.

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A graceful angel in prayer, handsculpted in burgundy and gold polymer clay around a real metal thimble. She has a little star on her halo. One of a kind. An excellent collectible for anyone who loves angels.

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Tomorrow, I will be taking my new line of thimble angels to Sacred Paths Bookstore in San Mateo, California:


Each one is a unique sculpture around a metal thimble. An excellent collectible.

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Bidding Starts at only 99 Cents!

Nibblefest is a monthly themed art contest on eBay where all art starts at only .99.

To see more great entries, search for NFAC on eBay.

I'm early this year with getting a new card done: Peace Angel Christmas Cards:

Available in single cards or packs of 20

Checkbook Covers

Here's something new and useful...checkbook holders featuring my artwork. I've designed several different covers and done a few custom ones of specific paintings.

Ponytail Holders

I've teamed up with Leslie Welsh, who makes these excellent ponytail holders, or ponies. Leslie had the idea of putting my artwork on her ponytail holders and I'm thrilled with the result. We're working on lots more so bookmark Leslie's store.

I am creating art in a new size, 5" x 5" square. Frames are readily available in this collectible size. I am doing both originals and reproductions. Here is an original, "Tad in Cherry Blossoms":

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Tad, an orange tabby cat with white paws and chest sits in branches of cherry blossoms, illuminated by the full moon. The night sky is in shades of blue deepening to indigo. Some of the petals are dancing in the air. This piece, part of the Zen Mandala modern art series (botanical abstract landscapes in a contemporary Asian style), is a miniature original acrylic painting. Please see my etsy store for other 5" x 5" pieces (I am getting them up on other venues too but the complete selection is on etsy).

I know it's been ages since I posted. I returned to oil painting. I've completed one landscape (from the hills in Fremont Older Preserve in Cupertino), which I will photograph in a couple days when it's drier and am currently working on a seascape from Pacific Grove. Here is is in progress:

I hope to finish it today or tomorrow.

Here are some pics of the booth from yesterday:

The show is running today too so stop by if you get a chance:

AVArtFest at the Triton Museum, 1505 Warburton Avenue, Santa Clara, CA 95050

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Suitable for either a man or woman, an abstract crow in shades of orange and copper soars towards a luminous full moon, against a sky in shades of dark turquoise and teal. This chunky unisex wearable fine art is offered as a pendant, hand crafted by the artist, and one of a kind (OOAK). Made from polymer clay. An adjustable knotted black cotton cord is included so the piece is ready to wear.

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A Siamese cat sits in a tree watching the setting sun. Some of the turquoise leaves are dancing in the sunset sky. This feng shui piece with a Southwestern palette of yellow, red, turquoise blue and purple, part of the Zen Mandala modern art series (botanical abstract landscapes in a contemporary Asian style), is offered as a limited edition art card (ACEO).

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Dragonflies flit among the bulrushes, beneath a luminous full moon. The night sky is in shades of teal blue, deepening to indigo. The reeds and dragonfly are in orange tones (reeds always remind me of Rumi). This piece, part of the Zen Mandala modern art series (botanical abstract landscapes in a contemporary Asian style), is offered as a limited edition art card (ACEO).

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A stylish choice for a man or woman, a chunky peace symbol in rich chocolate brown and sky blue. This unisex wearable fine art is offered as a pendant, hand crafted by the artist, and one of a kind (OOAK). Made from polymer clay. An adjustable brown knotted cord is included (cotton or something vegan friendly) so the piece is ready to wear.

Here is my latest oil painting, "Santa Cruz Cypress Tree":

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As often happens, I am too attached to sell it (plus, it's still too wet to ship). This piece is offered as an open edition giclée print, however.

I just got in my newest product, a set of four refrigerator magnets from my original paintings..."Blossoms in Fuchsia Moonlight," "Siamese Cat in Autumn Glow," "Siamese Cat in Red Sunset," and "Siamese Cat in Purple Moonlight."

Available through ecrater

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A crow sits in a tree watching the setting sun. Some of the turquoise leaves are dancing in the sunset sky. This feng shui piece with a Southwestern palette of yellow, red, turquoise blue and purple, is part of the Zen Mandala modern art series (botanical abstract landscapes in a contemporary Asian style). This chunky wearable fine art is offered as a pendant, hand crafted by the artist, and one of a kind (OOAK). The image, from my artwork, has been transferred onto the clay. A 17" black cord with hook & eye clasp is included so the piece is ready to wear (an adjustable black knotted cord may be substituted at the time of purchase if more length is needed).

"Meadow in Early March":

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Orange California poppies are starting to dot the landscape. Wispy clouds drift over the hills, above a live oak tree. This Northern California landscape from Arastradero Open Space Preserve in Palo Alto is an original oil painting on a gallery-wrapped canvas (the 3/4" sides are finished off in brown acrylic) and can be hung with just a nail--no need to frame. The copyright watermark does not appear on the actual painting.

This piece is also offered as an open edition giclée print.

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An elegant choice for a man or woman, a chunky peace symbol in purple and metallic green, with a slight sparkle. This unisex wearable fine art is offered as a pendant, hand crafted by the artist, and one of a kind (OOAK). Made from polymer clay. An adjustable black knotted cord is included (cotton or something vegan friendly) so the piece is ready to wear.

Yesterday, I again visited Pacific Grove. The flowers were in full bloom and the weather was excellent. It was raining in Santa Clara but there was intermittant sun.

Expect to see some paintings soon from this trip :-).

Today, I felt like painting bo leaves. I did a couple small paintings and listed the first one on eBay at a low starting bid price, "Two Green Bo Leaves" ACEO:

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Two green bo leaves against a purple background. Under the bo, or bodhi, tree is where Buddha is said to have gained enlightenment and the leaves have become a Buddhist symbol. This mystical botanical art is a miniature original acrylic painting. ACEOs are miniature paintings, the size of a sports trading card (2.5" x 3.5").

Seashell #2:

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A sculpted seashell in gold metallic tones against a dark brick red background (a real shell was used as the mold). This wearable fine art is offered as a pendant, hand crafted by the artist, and one of a kind (OOAK). Made from polymer clay. An adjustable black knotted cord is included (cotton or something vegan friendly) so the piece is ready to wear.

Here's something I haven't done for awhile...A new, original ACEO, "Scarlet Poppies and White Butterfly":

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ACEOs are miniature paintings, the size of a sports trading card.

Peace Sign #65:

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A peace symbol in red, black, white and turquoise. The black fields have white abstract stars. This chunky unisex wearable fine art is offered as a pendant, hand crafted by the artist, and one of a kind (OOAK). Made from polymer clay. An adjustable black knotted cord is included (cotton or something vegan friendly) so the piece is ready to wear.

If you are in the San Francisco Bay Area, you can now find my work at the Sacred Paths Bookstore in San Mateo.

Dharma Wheel Handmade Pendant:

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A dharma wheel in lovely shades of turquoise blue and purple (the dharma wheel is a symbol for Buddhism, representing the eight-fold path to enlightenment). This unisex wearable fine art is offered as a circle pendant, hand crafted by the artist, and one of a kind (OOAK). Made from polymer clay. An adjustable black knotted cord is included (cotton or something vegan friendly) so the piece is ready to wear.

Ancient Sun Handmade Pendant:

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A circular sun symbol in dark red spirals, against a weathered gold background. This chunky unisex wearable fine art is offered as a pendant, hand crafted by the artist, and one of a kind (OOAK). Made from polymer clay. An adjustable black knotted cord is included (cotton or something vegan friendly) so the piece is ready to wear.

Zen Stars Handmade Pendant:

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Two pure red stripes set off a tile of black and white abstract stars, framed in a black rectangle. This chunky wearable fine art is offered as a pendant, hand crafted by the artist, and one of a kind (OOAK). Made from polymer clay. An adjustable black knotted cord is included (cotton or something vegan friendly) so the piece is ready to wear.

Zen Cat Framed ACEO Triptych:

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A delightful assortment from my Zen Cat series, offered as limited edition ACEO (miniature) prints:

• "Blossoms in Fuchsia Moonlight"...A Siamese cat sits in a blossoming tree, illumined by the full moon. Some of the cherry blossom petals are dancing in the night sky, which is in shades of pink and magenta.
• "Siamese Cat in Autumn Glow"...A Siamese cat sits in a tree watching the setting sun. Some of the red autumn leaves are dancing in the sunset sky, which is in tones of yellow, gold and amber.
• "Catch a Falling Leaf"...A Siamese cat sits in a tree reaching down to try to catch a falling autumn leaf. A luminous full moon brightens the night sky, which is in shades of purple.

A black wooden frame and removable easel are included. The frame also has a notch in the back so it can be hung. Total outside framed dimension: Approximately 5 1/4" x 10 1/2"

Mixed Media ACEO of Two Crows:

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This is my entry in the Nibblefest Art Contest, a themed art contest beginning on the 20th of each month on eBay. Search for NFAC to see more great entries, each starting at just $0.99.

"Blossoming Trees and Poppies":

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Cherry trees in a field of orange California poppies. White clouds drift over the green hills. Some of the cherry blossom petals are dancing in the air. This traditional landscape with a Zen twist is an original acrylic painting on a gallery-wrapped stretched canvas (the 3/4" staple-free sides are finished off in dark green acrylic) and can be hung with just a nail. It has been lightly varnished to protect the paint and preserve the lustrous colors. The copyright watermark does not appear on the actual painting.

This piece is also offered as an open edition giclée print.

Calla Lily on Rainbow Pendant - Ready to Wear:

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A single white calla lily on a circular disk in peacock colors: magenta, green, turquoise, blue, purple, reminiscent of stained glass. This chunky wearable fine art is offered as a pendant, hand crafted by the artist, and one of a kind (OOAK). Made from polymer clay. An adjustable knotted cord is included (cotton or something vegan friendly) so it is ready to wear.

25% will be donated to the Greater New Port Richey Main Street/Progress Energy Art Gallery

New Calla Lily Jewelry Set:

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Mysterious Calla Lilies Set:

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A pendant of calla lilies in mysterious shades of purple, mauve and pink against a background of green leaves with a matching set of round earrings (pierced with comfort backs). This wearable fine art is offered as a set, hand crafted by the artist, and one of a kind (OOAK). Made from polymer clay. A 17" purple satin cord is included so the piece is ready to wear (an black knotted adjustable cord may be substituted at the time of purchase for no additional charge).

Copper & Black Peace Sign Pendant:

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Suitable for a man or woman, a peace symbol in copper and black, with a slight sparkle. A spiral design in the background and repeated on the bail (the piece that fits over the cord) completes this unique piece. This unisex wearable fine art is offered as a pendant, hand crafted by the artist, and one of a kind (OOAK). Made from polymer clay. An adjustable black knotted cord is included (cotton or something vegan friendly).

Peace Sign Pendant + ACEO:

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A lovely coordinated set of "Peace Dove in Tropical Sunset" ACEO and a peace sign necklace on a purple cord (unique and ready to wear).

Thimble Angel #2:

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A graceful angel in prayer, handsculpted in polymer clay around a real metal thimble. Her color is "plum frost" (purple and white pearlized shades). She has a little star design on her halo. One of a kind. An excellent collectible for anyone who loves angels.

Lucky Four Leaf Clover Necklace:

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A lucky four-leaf clover in kelly green on a rainbow square, in a pattern reminiscent of stained glass. The shamrock is "applique" style, meaning each leaf was hand sculpted. This wearable fine art is offered as a pendant, hand crafted by the artist, and one of a kind (OOAK). Made from polymer clay.

Valentine Kitty - Miniature Gray Tabby Cat with Red Heart Collar:

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Gray tabby cat with a white vest and spot of white on the tail, wearing a red heart pendant on her collar. Completely hand-crafted, one of a kind. Made from polymer clay.

Black Rainbow Pendant:

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>Elegant and understated, abstract rainbow spectrums float on a black circle. This wearable fine art is offered as a pendant, hand crafted by the artist, and one of a kind (OOAK). Made from polymer clay. An adjustable black knotted cord is included (cotton or something vegan friendly) so the piece is ready to wear.

50% will be donated to the Greater New Port Richey Main Street/Progress Energy Art Gallery