–Original Art Update–
Some of my original paintings are now available at KRASL Art Center in St. Joseph, Michigan. Please contact KRASL for inquiries about purchasing & reserving original art.
269.983.0271 - Jackie: jkenyon@krasl.org
This is a lovely art center & gallery and I am so delighted to have my work featured at KRASL!
The Rat and His River 14"x11" gouache on paper
Ratty is perhaps my favorite Wind in the Willows character. He’s sweet, sensible, down to earth and content. All he needs is his boat and the river and he considers himself well-off.
“Believe me, my young friend, there is nothing - absolutely nothing - half so much worth doing as simply messing about in boats.” -Ratty of The Wind in the Willows (Kenneth Grahame)
Mr. Toad 8"x10" gouache on paper
Once upon a time, a little girl fell in the love with the story of a rat, a mole, a badger, and a toad. I was that little girl, and the story was Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame. Now that I’ve grown up (technically), I have finally begun a project that I have been dreaming about for quite some time. A series based on the tale and its characters.
Here is the infamous Mr. Toad at the wheel of his greatest weakness, the motor car. In describing his attributes and characteristics it would be best to quote him on himself: “I’m such a clever Toad.”
Mr. Toad is the first in what will be a series of periodic installments. I hope you will join me for the adventure!
Cold Hands, Warm Hearts 8"x10" gouache on paper
Perhaps one of my favorite scenes that I have been painting lately is this snowy setting with two unlikely friends. They could be planning a cup of something warm once they reach their destination, they may be discussing the upcoming Christmas party, or they may be having a discussion on the book my rabbit friend is carrying in her hands.
Either way, I would love to be able to listen in on their discussion and make plans with them.
I love my Patty Cake’s Recipe for Fun so, that I just couldn’t resist the temptation to make recipe cards from it. It is my absolute delight to introduce a new product to the shop Patty Cake Recipe Cards.
Patty Cake and her troop of ingredient helpers are more than happy to help you keep all of your favorite dishes and treats organized, as well as preserve your culinary masterpieces for generations to come!
Christmas Cards have arrived back from the printers!
Each card comes with a matching envelope of the lovely kraft paper variety. They are standard A2 size (measuring 4.25"x5.5") They are blank inside for your own personal messages.
It may not be a winter wonderland outdoors yet… but in case you’re like me and can not wait to begin decking the halls, fa-la-la-ing and generally elfing about, I have made these cards & prints of these Christmas pieces now available in the shop!
Patty Cake’s Recipe for Fun 14"x11" Watercolor on Paper
Patty Cake has her own recipe for fun. And her friends, the ingredients, pop out of the cupboards to help her and add some sweetness.
I wish this is what cooking looked like for me. I’m still checking egg cartons for derby hats.
—(This original painting will be available at KRASL Art Center on October 22nd.Please contact KRASL for inquiries about purchasing & reserving original art: info@krasl.org)
Bob Cratchit 6"x6" Gouache on paper
It’s no secret that I adore Charles Dickens, and have been known to recite a quote or two.
(Confession: I was smitten with him in high school, and he’s been my literary-sweetheart ever since.)
So it was only a matter of time until I turned one of his characters into an animal. In Bob Cratchit’s case, a songbird. It seemed to me that a feathered friend matched Bob’s disposition perfectly. Cheerful. Singing. Jolly. And all around a good-natured soul.
Why, I have just described both Bob Cratchit and a robin!
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Original Art Update
I have some exciting news! On October 22nd, I will be having some original work available at KRASL Art Center in St. Joseph, Michigan. Please contact KRASL for inquiries about purchasing & reserving original art: info@krasl.org
I will be sharing all of the pieces shortly!