Happy Holidays with GG's Tropical Flamingo Art!

Baby it's cold outside. Each year when the cold northwesterly winds begin to blow here in Kentucky – I long to be a snow bird and head south! 

One way I cope with the cold, is by sketching and painting palm trees, tropical birds or other whimsical creations.

http://www.cafepress.com/ggfunctionalart.567875676

If you would like to purchase custom "functional art" featuring any of my flamingos please send me a text on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/ggs.art.  

Additionally, hand-signed prints of any of my flamingo designs can be purchased online with Paypal. Please text me on Facebook for more info. 

http://www.cafepress.com/ggfunctionalart.1018741487

The original watercolor of both the "pretty in pink" and "fabulous flaming flamingo" are SOLD. 

However, the original watercolor painting of the "warm wishes -- flamingo with santa hat" is still available. 

Several unique hand-made ornaments are also for sale at only $10 each plus shipping. 

Below are links to additional flamingo designs that can be purchased on "functional art" items. From framed prints, to area rugs, to bags to shower curtains ... you name it, we can find it. 

Walk on the wild side and purchase one of my unique flamingos today. As always I appreciate my customers and your business. 

Wishing you a 'warm' holiday. And, may your new year be blessed with good health, peace and 'warm' sunny days. :-) gg

Frame prints or on canvas here:

http://www.imagekind.com/art/Warm-Tropical-Wishes-with-GGs-Flamingo_art?show=canvas&IMID=0700ed60-f600-48ae-a276-4472946d0f9a

http://www.imagekind.com/art/flamingosquareLARGE_art_art?IMID=c683ee0f-25b0-4847-bb2c-290fc5e84481

http://www.cafepress.com/ggfunctionalart.628375201#

Area Rugs

http://www.cafepress.com/ggfunctionalart.1018741487

Serving Trays

http://www.cafepress.com/ggfunctionalart.1018741499

Postage Stamps

http://www.zazzle.com/warm_holiday_wishes_santa_flamingo_by_gg_burns_postage-172335467249425478

http://www.cafepress.com/ggfunctionalart.637723799

Bags of all sizes

http://www.zazzle.com/all_about_the_pink_santa_flamingo_by_gg_burns_bag-149780778794013438

Pillows

http://www.cafepress.com/ggfunctionalart.1018741476

http://www.cafepress.com/ggfunctionalart.685050175

Apron

http://www.cafepress.com/ggfunctionalart.565306208

31 days of Fall-o-ween!

Although Autumn is typically packed full with difficult challenges in my personal life, I try to remember that "October is my favorite color".  Which means, I never leave home without a camera.  As soon as I can find the time and energy in August, I typically decorate my home with pumpkins, gourds, crows, black cats and all sorts of witchy art.  Anything with a witch hat is my favorite. Below are some of my favorite Autumn photographs, (and links to my stores) of some of my favorite hand painted coasters or trivets or witchy designs -- inspired by the season. Enjoy. gg

I made this photo in on my brother's horse ranch -- the colors are why I love fall. 

This photo is somewhere in TN, made on I-75 while traveling.

A little Autumn treasure from my garden wrapped up in my shrine to 
long passed WC kitty statue.

Front yard display.

 A few dressy pumpkins -- design borrowed from Pinterest.

Some of my hand painted trivets, in the works.

Completed Design -- 6"x6" - $45.

Another, golden maple -- one is hand painted, the other is real.

Ginkgo leaf on a 4" hand painted coaster.

Many leaf coasters in the works -- it's production time.

More production time, bringing hand painted coasters out of the oven. 

A few of the completed coasters with native leaves from Kentucky.

  Brittany the beautiful witch, purchase it here:

http://www.zazzle.com/brittany_the_witch_happy_halloween_stamp-172941259174264009

 Brittany the beautiful witch on a pillow -- a very 

functional piece of art. Purchase it here:

http://www.cafepress.com/ggfunctionalart.685063533

or 

http://www.cafepress.com/mf/70441151/the-witch-is-in-by-gg-burns_long-sleeve-tshirt?shop=ggfunctionalart&productId=685064583

This can be purchased at:

http://www.zazzle.com/witchy_therapy_halloween_design_by_artist_gg_burns_card-137240601806384479

Witchy shoe and cat sketches on the board.

These heels can be purchased here:

http://www.cafepress.com/ggfunctionalart.1018741469

Vintage paper handmade card. All hand cut.

More Witchy cards inspired by art on Pinterest. 

This little leopard kitty can be purchased here:

http://www.zazzle.com/naughty_leopard_with_witch_hat_by_gg_burns_stamp-172709016498713360

http://www.zazzle.com/naughty_leopard_with_witch_hat_by_gg_burns_stamp-172709016498713360

An earlier Halloween design by GG, can be purchased here:http://www.zazzle.com/there_is_a_little_witch_in_all_of_us_stamp-172502980189792776

Ghost poop, another Pinterest or Facebook inspiration.

Easy Witch Hat desserts. So simple!

This Halloween art by GG can be purchased here:

http://www.imagekind.com/Halloween-Kitty_art?IMID=ec7dc2d4-47d3-4a9e-8931-3caf256957ca

Ginkgo Mare, for "Scenes of Darley, pet cetera 2013”

 

In spite of several serious challenges, I managed to complete my painting for the "Scenes of Darley, pet cetera” which is now showing at the beautiful 

Headley-Whitney Museum.  

4435 Old Frankfort Pike 
Lexington, KY 40510
Phone: 859-255-6653
View Map
 

The Sneak Preview Party was held on June 27, 2013 

The “Scenes of Darley, pet cetera” art exhibit including Priscilla Fallon's signature painting, will be on display from June 27-July 21, and at Freedom Fest July 26-27.

I feel honored to be among the artist participating in this fabulous event.

This is a list of the 2013 participating artist and sneak peaks of almost 40 pieces of incredible art that will be auction at the Freedom Fest Event

Saturday, July 27, 2013, 5:30 - 11:30 pm

 

____________ about the process _____________

Old Frankfort Pike is one of my favorite roads to travel in Kentucky. 

I took this image on my way home after joining other Kentucky artist, at the 'Darley at Gainsborough Farm' photo shoot for the upcoming '2013 Freedom Fest', Woodford Humane Society's summer fundraiser event.

On May, 25, 2013 it was a beautiful spring day, and I was fortunate enough to take over 100 photos to work from. All I can say, "it must be like horse heaven to live in such a grand environment". 

I learned that the Darely breeding operation currently stands stallions in seven countries around the world. The word impressive does not attempt to describe the entrances to the farm, the barns, the beautiful landscaping and mostly the magnificent horses! It was like a scene from a fabulous movie. 

Amidst all the serenity and beauty, I also felt sadness. 

For many years, I have advocated across Kentucky for people with serious 'untreated' mental illness. (Sometimes individuals who lack insight to their illnesses such as bipolar and schizophrenia, often end up homeless and lack access to treatment and resources, due to Kentucky's failure to provide adequate funding, treatment laws and the antiquated mental health system overall!) The difference between these two worlds sometimes boggles my mind.

 

Please don't misunderstand my passion for people, as I love animals as well. As an artist, I feel privileged to participate in such a worthwhile cause for the Woodford Humane Society.  

The Woodford Humane Society does not accept government funding and is completely dependent on private contributions to continue to provide care to 1,200 animals each year. 

Since 2007, the Woodford Humane Society have placed 90% of our animals into their forever homes! The national average is around 25%.

Since I was a small child, I have sketched and painted horses, dogs and cats — so naturally participating in this event is perfect way to give to a incredible organization.

This year, I considered having one of the photos enlarged and framed for my contribution. But at the last minute, I decided to create. 

For several of my latest works, I have been painting on pages from vintage 1867 Cyclopidea-English literature book pages. I began my process by using Golden Gel Medium to gently apply the pages to an 11"x14" canvas. Arranging and collaging pieces of vintage paper, isn't as simple as one might think. 

Later, I looked through my photos and settled on a beautiful mare who actually seemed to pose for me the day I visited the Darley Gainsborough Farm.

Located on the farm, were many beautiful garden designs. I was particularly fascinated by all the mature Ginkgo trees around the stallion's stables, as well as the abundance of the Kousa Dogwoods on the Darley Gainsborough property. I decided to add Ginkgo leaves to the painting to give my horse a theme. I called the mare "Ginkgo", because I couldn't read the name on her halter.

Matt, at Hobby Lobby gives Ginkgo Mare the finishes touches and a great frame.

 

Artist Name: GG Burns
Title: Ginkgo Mare
Medium: Mixed Media, acrylic on canvas panel

Size: 11"x14", Framed

Suggested price: $275

This silent auction exhibit will be on display at the Headley-Whitney Museum until June 27-July 21, and at Freedom Fest July 26-27.  

Bidding concludes during the Freedom Fest Event on Saturday, July 27.