These paintings are currently at auction...
Plums
oil on canvas
Spider Wort
oil on canvas
3 day auction
Chrome Lighter
oil on panel
3 day auction
Wednesday, April 3, 2013
Sunday, March 31, 2013
Waiting...
"Waiting"
23" x32"
oil on canvas
purchase
purchase
I'm starting to work on some big paintings for a show next year, Feb. 2014. I have a few now and hope to have about 12 large works and a lot of small pieces. Not sure how I'm going to achieve this with my new schedule running the gallery, but I'm hoping for the best.
I found this image on an old lost and found poster. It said "Have you seen Snoopy?" I thought he was adorable with his big head and tiny legs. I'm hoping he was found, but I guess I'll never know.
I hope everyone had a nice Easter weekend!
I have put another painting up for auction. See all auctions here:
Wednesday, March 27, 2013
New Painting on Ebay
8" x 10"
oil on canvas
I have decided to put some of my paintings up for auction. I'm going to add a new one everyday as they are finished and give buyers the chance to buy them for reduced prices before they are added to my store at a regular price.
This painting is up for auction now. See auction here:
Don't forget I'm having an art show this Friday - hope you can join me!
Monday, March 25, 2013
"Tumbles" by Clair Hartmann
"Tumbles"
8" x 10"
oil on canvas
I did a commission painting in a previous post of Bella.
Bella past last year and this was Bella's best friend, Tumbles.
Here is a comment from the client...
"Oh,
this painting is just wonderful!!! I was so delighted when I first saw
it. Both pieces of artwork surpass and go beyond anything that I could
ever image. You have an amazing gift and I am so thankful that you were
able to share it with us. Both of these portraits of Bella & Tumbles
mean so much to us and will be in a special place in our home for years
to come. The detail you provided is just so breathtaking...the brush
strokes, multi-toned colors used to show the depth and highlights and
color of his fur, his nose and muzzle are just so realistic....and his
eye's display his calm, intellectual, and loving soul. Once again, I
can't thank you enough for creating both of these precious pet
portraits."
I am having a show at the gallery this Friday from 5:00 - 8:00pm
Hope you can make it!
Tuesday, March 19, 2013
Bella
"Bella"
8" x 10
oil on panel
I wanted to share this from the customer... this is why I paint pets...
"It
is simply beautiful...it is more than I ever imagined it would be. I
started crying as soon as I saw it. You've captured Bella beautifully,
her eyes display so much...and the detail, even down to the wisps of her
hair. It is more than perfect...this painting will be held dear to my
heart. I can't thank you enough. I also appreciate how quickly you
created Bella's portrait. This painting is just wonderful!"
Sunday, March 17, 2013
Maggie
"Maggie"
oil on canvas
This post is in honor of Maggie.
She past away April 11 last year.
This portrait was purchased in an All Breed Rescue auction to help give another dog a new life.
As I painted this, I thought about all the smiles and laughter Maggie probably brought to her family and how loved she must have been. There are so many dogs out there that have the same qualities possibly sitting in some cage some where waiting for a chance. Please, the next time your thinking of a new (fur) family member, check out the rescue places in your area. There are some really great pups (and kitties) out there that are waiting for someone just like you.
Thursday, March 14, 2013
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Sunday, March 10, 2013
Listening
12" x 12"
oil on canvas panel
Most mornings I get up early to paint when the house is quiet and their are no distractions. After I feed Chumley and Frida, I'm off to paint something new.
After they eat, it's nap time and then when the house starts waking up, they listen... this is the second favorite time of the day because the prospect of more food is imminent. They listen to every
little noise, they look and wait. It's really funny to watch - they are a constant source of entertainment.
little noise, they look and wait. It's really funny to watch - they are a constant source of entertainment.
I have really great news... I am featured in Modern Dog Magazine this issue. I found out last night when I received a request for a large commission after they had seeing my work in the magazine.
http://moderndogmagazine.com/articles/clair-hartmann/36282
Monday, March 4, 2013
Wilmington Alley
"Wilmington Alley"
12" x 12"
oil on canvas panel
I took this photo a few months ago and have wanted to paint a wilmington alley for awhile. I love the way everything is so dirty and wet on the street and the sunlight cutting into the buildings at the top. It truly is a metaphoric painting... light at the end of the tunnel? transformation? a new life?
Tuesday, February 26, 2013
A New Leash on Life (study)
A New Leash on Life
12" x 12"
oil on canvas panel
I plan on painting this on a much bigger canvas, but wanted to do a smaller version first.
This is from one on the first photos taken of our dog, Frida. She had just gotten a new purple leash as a gift from Guy's daughter. A few days before she had escaped death at the pound and we were waiting for a ferry that was taking us on a vacation to the beach. Needless to say, we all had wonderful, bonding time and are SO grateful to have her in our lives -
I think she is too.
Friday, February 22, 2013
Thursday, February 21, 2013
Tuesday, February 19, 2013
Monday, February 18, 2013
Saturday, February 16, 2013
Thursday, January 31, 2013
Wednesday, January 30, 2013
"Friend from Above" and Other Great News!
Friend from Above
7" x 5"
oil on panel
purchase
purchase
I'm so excited to tell you I am featured in an article in Wrightsville Beach Magazine called "When Dogs and Art Collide".
(Frida and Chumley were so well behaved for the photos shoot)
Monday, January 21, 2013
Wednesday, January 9, 2013
Tuesday, January 8, 2013
Old Baldy
Old Baldy
10" x 8"
oil on canvas
In case you didn't know, Old Baldy is the name of the lighthouse on Bald Head Island, North Carolina.
Monday, January 7, 2013
Sunday, January 6, 2013
Saturday, January 5, 2013
Friday, January 4, 2013
Thursday, January 3, 2013
Hot Chocolate
Hot Chocolate
8" x 10"
oil on canvas
Actually, this is Mexican Hot Chocolate - been craving it lately... guess cold weather will do that.
For the past week I have been chillin' at the lake house with Guy and the dogs. It's been a wonderfully relaxed week with lots of painting, playing, visiting, reconnecting, celebrating and eating.
Tomorrow we drive back and get back to the real world.
Here is a great site about using art to make a big difference... thought you might like it... I did...
Wednesday, January 2, 2013
Tuesday, January 1, 2013
Friday, December 28, 2012
Wednesday, December 26, 2012
Cloud the Wonder Dog
8" x 10"
oil on panel
My new friend (and wonderful painter) Kathleen Coy and I decided for Christmas to exchange portraits. I painted her dog Cloud (The Wonder Dog) and she painted my Chumley. It was quite fun and challenging - It's not often that I do a portrait for a fellow painter and I felt more less confident that usual, but was able to forge ahead and complete a piece I am very happy with.
When I feel insecure and question my abilities, I say to myself "Buck-up and paint like you know what you're doing!"
It always works.
You can see Kathleen's awesome work here:
Tuesday, December 25, 2012
Merry Christmas!!
"Fender"
18" x 24"
oil on canvas
Christmas day has brought a welcome break from the end commission season. I just finished that last one this morning and now I can get ready for my show at McErny Gallery in 2014. I'll be experimenting with some larger paintings and very excited about the possibilities!
I hope that you all have a safe and peaceful holiday season.
Thank you for supporting my art through the years. Through your patronage, I have been able to pursue my passion and for this I am grateful.
Do something awesome for yourself and an artist in the new year, go out and buy some art!
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
Frida
"Frida"
11" x 14"
oil on canvas
Lately I have been working on numerous portraits, not being able to post because I don't want to mess up anyone's secret surprise... shhhhh!
In between, I have been working on this portrait of Frida, my newest addition. I love her long neck and when I took this photo I knew I had to paint it. Now, I need to do a portrait of Chumley and hang them next to each other.
Don't forget to order your calendar early. They are on sale at Red Bubble
Friday, November 23, 2012
New 2013 Calendar!!
I just finished the New 2013 Calendar and it's available here at Red Bubble!
http://www.redbubble.com/people/clairhartmann/calendars/9643225-a-calendar-of-paintings-by-clair-hartmann
These calendars are high quality printing on heavy paper. I was very surprised when I received my first one how nice they are and have saved all of them from the past 3 years.
Sunday, November 18, 2012
TP or not TP II
11" x 14"
oil on canvas
TP or not TP
11" x 14"
oil on canvas
Sold to a collector in Florida
I know a painting of a toilet paper roll is odd, but they sell surprisingly well.... go figure. I like painting them because they are an excellent exercise in subtle differences in whites, which is really difficult to see and translate to a painting. You can get lost in one of these.
I also love the idea of taking something so mundane and making it interesting and beautiful. It makes me think about how important TP is in our lives... you may say "gross", but try living without it... now, that's gross.
Monday, November 12, 2012
Sunday, November 11, 2012
Tuesday, November 6, 2012
Thursday, November 1, 2012
New Watercolors
Angelfish
14" x 11"
Lately I have been working on these fun watercolors of tropical fish in combination with doing portraits for Christmas presents and working on larger pieces for the McErny Gallery show in spring 2014... All while running the gallery! Whew!
The show at McErny will be dog inspired, of course with all new work. I have a whole year to work on it and it will be fantastic!!
This friday the Gallery is having an open house and you can see new work and a surprise portrait gift to a special someone. Love surprises! I hope you can come out and join us. Here is the info...
Don't forget, if you are thinking about a portrait for Christmas, it's best to get your order in soon!
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