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by AnnaJo Vahle
$105.00
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Queen duvet cover (88" x 88") featuring the image "Cocoa Beach Birds" by AnnaJo Vahle. Our soft microfiber duvet covers are hand sewn and include a hidden zipper for easy washing and assembly. Your selected image is printed on the top surface with a soft white surface underneath. All duvet covers are machine washable with cold water and a mild detergent.
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I painted this at Cocoa Beach, Florida. I wouldn't call it a traditional plein air painting, though. I was actually at a friend's home a block from... more
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I painted this at Cocoa Beach, Florida. I wouldn't call it a traditional plein air painting, though. I was actually at a friend's home a block from the beach for the beginning of it. She wanted to watch my method. After painting with her there, I walked over to the beach and studied it for a while. I soaked in the atmosphere and the setting sun. The clouds grew before my eyes. Some of them grew dark threatening rain, but it never did. I watched the movement of the seagulls as they flew off into the distance. Once I was back home at my own easel, I continued to flesh out the painting. I tried to imbue it with the movement of the gentle surf and the birds. Using a photo I had taken of a flying pelican recently, I added that to the sky. It is all a kind of impression of the day...some of it from nature and some of it just with my memories. I was pleased to keep it relatively simple. It was a nice day full of soothing pleasant experiences.
Although born in upstate New York, I grew up mostly in Nevada and California. The fabulous panoramic views of the far west inspired me to begin painting and photographing it’s beauty. I’ve lived in various areas in the states and in Europe but always had the desire to express through painting and photography. While living in the Mediterranean, I was especially influenced by the great Renaissance art and the chiaroscuro work of Caravaggio. I began with oils, worked with a wide variety of mediums but now mostly work in acrylic, oils, and photography. I studied mostly engineering in college but ended up with a degree in Technical Illustration, one in Psychology after several moves and colleges, one in Art Education. My experience as a...
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Cindy Treger
AnnaJo, beautiful artwork. f/l
Sharon Williams Eng
How beautiful, AnnaJo. I can hear the gulls now.
Dr Debra Stewart's Gallery
Gorgeous tropical setting and artistry!!! -Tweet!
Michelle Webb
I love this. It’s pretty! The beach , the water with waves… birds… it’s a place I would want to go to.
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you, Michelle.
Hanne Lore Koehler
Spectacular seascape painting, AnnaJo! Gorgeous color and light! Love the seagulls in this beautiful composition! L/F
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you, Hanne.
Hanne Lore Koehler
Magnificent painting of this beautiful ocean view, AnnaJo! Fantastic colors, light and movement! Masterful arrangement of seagulls, artistic style and composition! L/F
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you, Hanne.
Genevieve Esson
This is gorgeous AnnaJo! vf
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you, Genevieve.
Kellice Swaggerty
What a beautiful gem of fine artwork, AnnaJo! L/F
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you, Kellice.
Sandra Phryce-Jones
The most beautiful, romantic sea scapes ever !!!! LF Annalo
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you, Sandra.
Phil Chadwick
I like this... the tropical skies are very different than what we see at the temperate latitudes :>))
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you Phil. Yes, it is fascinating to see how different the skies look in different parts of the world, isn't it?
Carol R Montoya
Awesome painting, love the light! f,v
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thanks so much, Carol.
Rosemary Colyer
Stunning painting, AnnaJo! Wonderful composition and colours! L/F f
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you very much, Rosemary.
Anna Ewa Miarczynska
Fantastic!!!
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you very much, Anna.
Debra and Dave Vanderlaan
Gorgeous blues and light in this beautiful painting AnnaJo! We added our Like! Celebrate life, Debra and Dave
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
I am honored with you support, Debra and Dave. Thank you.
Brendan Ludlow
A very beautiful composition, AnnaJo. The mood and motion is spellbounding. You have captured the essence of the moment to perfection. F/L
Alfonso Garcia
Wonderful work!
Bonnie Mason
What a lovely piece, Anna Jo! Brings back many wonderful memories....LF
Joe Leahy
Lovely Seascape AnnaJo!
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you very much, Joe.
Phyllis Kaltenbach
Beautiful painting! V/F
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you very much, Phyllis.
Belinda Low
Very Beautiful AnnaJo! Love the feeling of FREEDOM I get looking at this!
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you very much, Belinda.
ABeautifulSky Photography
What a beautiful scene you've created here Anna--love the color and feel of this! f/v
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you very much, Bill.