More? Yes more sights from Ixtapa and Zihuatanejo….
Posted: March 3, 2023 Filed under: beach, Break Time, Canadian Artist, hiatus, Mexico, Ocean waves, on vacation, Pacific Ocean, Seaside, sunset | Tags: beach, Break Time, For the joy of it, hiatus, Mexico, on vacation, Pacific Ocean, Photos, Seaside, sunsets, surf, Susan Feniak 5 Comments
We are still enjoying our much needed extended vacation in Ixtapa. It’s been a tuff couple of years and an even ruffer 8 months or so. Family issues have taken up a lot of our time and energy. It’s been wonderful to escape and take care of us instead of everyone else. The photos are some what self explanatory. The sunsets are glorious. The palapa is being rebuilt after a fire destroyed it. There are many pangas, boats used by the locals for everything. The iguanas are numerous and interesting. We spend hours watching the ocean and waves. There have been dolphin sightings and even a humpback whale or two. Normally we don’t take selfies. Mostly because we suck at it. But sometimes people want to see us in a photo so I attached the two selfies that we dared to take. Worth a laugh if nothing else.
I hope you are enjoying a glimpse into our vacation. We are relaxed. And that is important. Cheers Susan and Carey
Much needed break…
Posted: January 18, 2023 Filed under: beach, Break Time, hope, Mexico, Ocean waves, on vacation, sunset | Tags: beach, Break Time, hiatus, Mexico, on vacation, Pacific Ocean, Seaside, sunsets, surf, Susan Feniak art 7 Comments
We are on a much needed hiatus. Our first get away from it all in over two years. They haven’t been the easiest two years and getting here proved difficult as well. Since getting here my husband has been ill. Which leaves you the reader with several questions, maybe.
As we all know the pandemic has not allowed anyone to travel. Plans were made, plans were canceled. This year we can travel. Months ago we arranged everything for a two month stay in Mazatlan. Those plans, dreams, saw us through one of the most difficult times in our lives. The death of our youngest son. Two days before our departure date to Mazatlan. Violence erupted, I am sure most of you heard about that. Our dreams shattered. But, we managed to change everything at the last minute. Flights, accommodation and all. It was a stressful few days but thanks to great friends who stepped up to help and modern technology we are now happily ensconced in Ixtapa.
My husband has been ill but thanks to modern medicine and good medical services in Mexico he is recovering from a severe sinus infection and possible pneumonia. We have been determined to remain optimistic and look on the bright side of every deterrent.
Our glass is more than half full, all the time. I won’t say full of what exactly, you can figure that out. We are on vacation.
Ergo, you won’t be hearing much from me for awhile. Cheers Susan
The start to a seascape..
Posted: February 25, 2022 Filed under: Acrylic on Canvas, Acrylic Paintings, Canadian Artist, Golden Acrylics, Golden Artist Colors, nautical art, Opus Art Supplies, Original art, Pacific Ocean, Seaside, self taught artist, Shuswap Artist, Susan Feniak art, Susan Feniak Originals, Susan Feniaks Easel, WIP, work in progress | Tags: #canadianartist, #shuswapartist, Acrylic on canvas, Art, Canadian Artist, For the joy of it, Golden Acrylics, Golden Artist Colors, In progress, nautical art, Opus Art Supplies, original art, seascape, Seaside, self taught artist, surf, Susan Feniak art, Susan Feniak Original Art, Susan Feniak Acrylic, waves, WIP, work in progress 9 Comments
I have made a good start to another seascape. It has become apparent to me that I am happiest painting larger pieces and water. This after trying to increase my small pieces inventory. I will finish this one and get back to the smaller works. Having a good variety to share with everyone is important, collectors, purchasers, venues and all.
Artist Susan Feniak. Acrylic on a 12″ x 36″ gallery canvas. If you are interested in my art feel free to contact me at sfeniakart@gmail.com. That being said I don’t respond to spam and questionable inquiries. After having several mishaps I am suspicious. Just saying.
World Watercolor Month Day 15
Posted: July 15, 2021 Filed under: #doodlewash, #WorldWatercolorGroup, #Worldwatercolormonth, Boating, Canadian Artist, gouache, greeting cards, Just for fun, nautical art, Ocean waves, Opus Art Supplies, Original art, Paintings of boats, QoR watercolor, Seaside, self taught artist, Shuswap Artist, Sketches/Doodles, Strathmore Paper, Susan Feniak water color and ink, Uncategorized, water color and ink, WorldWatercolorMonth | Tags: #canadianartist, #doodlewash, #doodlewashaday, #paintingaday #paintingsofboats, #shuswapartist, #watercolorandink, #WorldWatercolorGroup, #Worldwatercolormonth, Boating, Canadian Artist, Card's, For the joy of it, gouache, greeting cards, nautical art, Opus Art Supplies, Paintings of boats, QoR watercolor, Seaside, self taught artist, Shuswap Artist, Sketches and Doodles, Strathmore card stock, surf, Susan Feniak Original Art, Susan Feniak watercolor and ink Leave a comment
#WorldWatercolorMonth Day 15 prompt “Effervescent”. This is beyond bubbly and effervescent. Maybe the boats name is Effervescent?! Artist Susan Feniak. QoR watercolors and Pixma Micron ink on Strathmore card stock. 4″ x 6″.
Sold work and a thank you…
Posted: May 2, 2021 Filed under: Acrylic on Canvas, Acrylic Paintings, Canadian Artist, nautical art, Ocean waves, Opus Art Supplies, Original art, Salmon Arm, Seaside, self taught artist, Shuswap Artist, Sold Art, Sold Work, Susan Feniak Originals, Susan Feniaks Easel, Uncategorized | Tags: #canadianartist, #shuswapartist, Acrylic on canvas, Art, business cards, Canadian Artist, For the joy of it, Golden Acrylics, Golden Acrylics on Canvas, grateful, Local artist, nautical art, Opus Art Supplies, original art, Seaside, self taught artist, Shuswap Artist, surf, Susan Feniak Original Art, Susan Feniak Acrylic, vistaprint, waves 7 Comments
This past weekend I sold a painting. “Waves Brilliant Dance”, found a new home. I am always grateful to have someone like my art enough to hang it in their home. I appreciate the fact that art is a personal thing. Thank you to the new owners.
Now, I need to announce that I have new art promotional cards. And I need to thank Hooked Decor and What Knots in Sicamous for displaying my cards again this year. Check out the store. It is full of lovely decor items and inspiration for interior decorating. You can’t miss a real houseboat that is an actual store sitting beside the Trans Canada Highway in Sicamous. A favorite spot for browsing and getting decor ideas for me. Truly an inspirational place to visit.
If you have any questions about my art or are interested please email me at sfeniakart@gmail.com
“Tropical Daze” Framed and ready…
Posted: March 10, 2021 Filed under: Acrylic on Canvas, Acrylic Paintings, Art for Sale, Canadian Artist, Golden Acrylics, Golden Artist Colors, Ocean waves, Opus Art Supplies, Seaside, self taught artist, Shuswap Artist, Susan Feniak art, Susan Feniaks Easel, Uncategorized | Tags: #canadianartist, #shuswapartist, Acrylic on Paper, Art for Sale, beach, Canadian Artist, For the joy of it, Golden Acrylics, Golden Acrylics on Canvas, Golden Artist Colors, nautical art, Opus Art Supplies, Seaside, self taught artist, Shuswap Hospital Foundation, surf, Susan Feniak art, Susan Feniak Acrylic, waves 4 Comments
“Tropical Daze” is framed and ready to hang in someone’s home. I have included a couple of photos of my process for you. Palette knife painting is different from my usual brush work. I do enjoy playing with a palette knife. It’s very different and makes for a lot of texture. I also used cheesecloth and when I used a brush it was loosely, almost carefree. The scene reminds me of a tropical getaway. Something I didn’t get to enjoy this winter. Maybe next year? In the meantime dreaming and remaining hopeful will suffice. Cheers Susan
Artist Susan Feniak Acrylic on 20″ x 20″ gallery canvas. Asking $200 plus shipping.
If you have a question about this painting or any of my other pieces please email sfeniakart@gmail.com
Forging ahead… with “Tropical Daze”
Posted: March 8, 2021 Filed under: Acrylic on Canvas, Acrylic Paintings, Art for Sale, Canadian Artist, Golden Acrylics, Golden Artist Colors, Just for fun, nautical art, Ocean waves, Opus Art Supplies, Seaside, self taught artist, Shuswap Artist, Susan Feniak art, Susan Feniak Originals, Susan Feniaks Easel | Tags: #canadianartist, Acrylic on canvas, Art for Sale, Canadian Artist, For the joy of it, Golden Acrylics on Canvas, Golden Artist Colors, nautical art, Opus Finest Watercolour Paper, palette knife painting, Seaside, self taught artist, Shuswap Artist, surf, Susan Feniak art, Susan Feniak Original Art, Susan Feniak Acrylic, waves 9 Comments
Celebrating 10 years, here on WordPress.
“Tropical Daze” is the title I have given to my latest fun painting. After another set back I am forging ahead with my art. I won’t let rejection get me down, not this gal. This is a brand new painting on my easel, still drying. I certainly enjoyed using my palette knife while creating this piece. I used a palette almost exclusively. There is very little brush work. I did make use of some cheesecloth to add different texture, especially to the clouds. All in all great fun. It seems that these days if I am not thinking about spring I am thinking about some tropical paradise. Or so it would seem by my artistic endeavors. My new easel is no longer new looking. Tropical Daze is acrylic and gloss medium on a 20″ x 20″ gallery canvas, framed with a metal white frame. Asking $200
If you want to learn more about my art please contact Susan at sfeniakart@gmail.com I will not respond to scam emails.
World Watercolor Month 2020 Day 26
Posted: July 26, 2020 Filed under: #WorldWatercolorGroup, #Worldwatercolormonth, Boating, Canadian Artist, greeting cards, nautical art, Ocean waves, Opus Art Supplies, Original art, QoR watercolor, Scotland, Seaside, self taught artist, Shuswap Artist, Strathmore Paper, Susan Feniak art, Susan Feniak Originals, Susan Feniak water color and ink, Susan Feniaks Easel, Uncategorized, water color and ink | Tags: #canadianartist, #shuswapartist, #watercolorandink, #WorldWatercolorGroup, #Worldwatercolormonth, birthday cards, Boating, Canadian Artist, Card's, For the joy of it, gouache, greeting cards, nautical art, Opus Art Supplies, QoR watercolor, Scotland, self taught artist, Shuswap Artist, Strathmore card stock, surf, Susan Feniak Original Art, Susan Feniak watercolor and ink, watercolor and ink Leave a comment
World Watercolor Month Day 26 prompt “Favorite Song”. We are a music loving household. That made it difficult to choose one song. There have been so many artists that we have listened to over many years. Our play list is long and varied. There is one song that I sing to myself often enough to single out and that is Rhythm of My Heart by Rod Stewart. The verse and the bagpipes pull at my heart. I created this painting with QoR watercolors and Pixma Micron ink on Strathmore card stock. To learn more about World Watercolor Month please visit worldwatercolormonth.com While there check out the shop. All proceeds benefit The Dreaming Zebra Foundation. Thank you.
To contact Susan about her art please email sfeniakart@gmail.com Spam and scam emails will be deleted
Water water everywhere…
Posted: May 29, 2020 Filed under: Acrylic on Canvas, Acrylic Paintings, Art for Sale, Canadian Artist, Golden Acrylics, Golden Artist Colors, nautical art, Ocean waves, Opus Art Supplies, Original art, QoR watercolor, Seaside, Shuswap Artist, Susan Feniak art, Susan Feniak Originals, Susan Feniaks Easel, Uncategorized | Tags: #shuswapartist, Acrylic on canvas, Art, Art for Sale, Canadian Artist, For the joy of it, Golden Acrylics, Golden Acrylics on Canvas, nautical art, Opus Art Supplies, original art, Seaside, self taught artist, Shuswap Artist, surf, Susan Feniak art, Susan Feniak Original Art, Susan Feniak Acrylic, waves 4 Comments
Water water everywhere! I am naming my latest water themed painting ” The Zone”. Simply because I got into a zone whilst painting it. By the time I decided that it was finished I was sure hours had passed. Or at least the entire afternoon. It had only taken me an hour and a half from start to finish. Does this happen to any of you?
Artist Susan Feniak. Golden Artist Acrylics on a 12″ x 24″ gallery canvas. Colors used were Light Green (yellow shade), Green Gold, Cobalt Teal, Azurite Hue, Cerulean Blue Chronium, Titanium White. All favorites of mine.
To contact Susan please email sfeniakart@gmail.com
“Tide Abandoned”
Posted: May 15, 2020 Filed under: #WorldWatercolorGroup, Art for Sale, beach, Canadian Artist, Fabriano paper, nautical art, Opus Art Supplies, Original art, Paintings of boats, QoR watercolor, Seaside, Shuswap Artist, Susan Feniak art, Susan Feniak Originals, Susan Feniak water color and ink, Susan Feniaks Easel, Uncategorized, water color and ink, Watercolors | Tags: #shuswapartist, #WorldWatercolorGroup, Art for Sale, beach, Boating, Canadian Artist, Fabriano papers, For the joy of it, nautical art, Opus Art Supplies, original art, Paintings of boats, QoR watercolor, Seaside, self taught artist, Shuswap Artist, surf, Susan Feniak art, Susan Feniak Original Art, Susan Feniak water colours, Susan Feniak watercolor and ink 5 Comments
Tide Abandoned. It was time to do a watercolor and ink. I have been making a lot of greeting cards but no watercolor painting of substance. Hope you like my sun bleached wreck seemingly abandoned by the tide. This painting is available at Three Buoys Marina on Riverside Ave in Sicamous. Asking $125.
Artist Susan Feniak. QoR watercolor and ink on Fabriano 11″ x 14″ paper
To contact Susan sfeniakart@gmail.com
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