A New Gallery to Call Home! Birthday Wish Comes Early!

My birthday wish came true early this year!!!  After years of showing my art in shops and galleries a few pieces at a time, I finally have space on a gallery wall to call my own all year long!!!  Paintings I’ve created in unison or in a series can finally hang together!  This my friends is a dream come true!  I am excited to announce that I am now a member of the Arts in the Village Gallery in Leesburg!  Last week was a whirlwind of artful activity with a gallery interview, acceptance, orientation, installation and reception all within a few days! I’m looking forward to working with this talented group of artists!  The gallery is located at 1601 Village Market Blvd, Suite #116, Leesburg, VA 20175 and is open 7 days a week.  You can visit http://www.artsinthevillage.com/ for hours and information.  I will be working in the gallery 2-3 days per month. Please stop by to say hello!

Lemons and Lavender!

Thought I would share these two new paintings inspired by my recent visit to a beautiful lavender farm!  I love the sight and scent of lemons and lavender!  What a great way to spend a summer day!  Soaking in the sunshine and the soothing scent of lavender while sipping sweet lavender lemonade and hand-picking these gorgeous aromatic purple blooms!  Both lemons and lavender evoke the spirit of summer for me.  Lemons shout bright, clean, crisp, citrus delight and lavender whispers relaxing, lazy days and magical nights.

"Lemons" - 16" x 20"

"Lavender"- 16" x 20"

If you are interested in purchasing one (or both) of these original paintings or ordering prints, please email me at: jackietury@gmail.com!  Paintings are 16” x 20” and are $150 each or $275 for the set.

Abstract Works in Progress!

More abstract works in progress! Check back soon for pix of finished paintings!  Lots more I need to add!

Lotus Rising Registration Open!

Lotus Rising Art Workshop!

Sunday, April 23rd

4-7 p.m.

Chantilly, VA

Awaken with me this April with a repeat of one of my favorite art workshops—Lotus Rising!  Even if you have created a lotus with me before, come see what new blossom emerges.  We will create unique, beautiful lotus blossoms as we rise out of the mud and darkness and into the light, awakening our creative spirit!  We will begin the workshop with a short guided meditation to get our creativity flowing.  No art experience necessary.  Cost for the workshop is $45 and includes all instructions and supplies.  Feel free to bring a drink or snack to share.  To register, click the button below.  Hope to see you soon!

Aruba Inspired Art in my Society 6 Shop!!!

I am SO excited to announce that my “Aruba Inspired” collection of original artwork is now available on prints and products at my Society 6 Shop!!!  https://society6.com/jackietury This collection is very near and dear to my heart!  They call Aruba the happy island for a reason!  Please take a peek and let me know what you think!  Feel free to stock up on gifts for yourself and your loved ones and take advantage of the Cyber Monday discounts and free shipping!  Hope my paintings make you as happy as they make me!  

Please share this with family, friends, and co-workers to help me spread the news and the joy!  If you would like to purchase an original painting or commission a custom piece of your own send me a PM.  Be on the lookout for more prints and products soon as well as a pop-up art party or two!  Thank you for your love and support! Love, Jackie

Artwork in progress at my home studio!

Some of the many beautiful scenes that helped inspire this new series of artwork! Happy Island = Happy Art! Enjoy!

Leaving the Nest...

As many of you know, I just returned from dropping off my oldest daughter at college for the first time.  It’s been a very emotionally challenging time for me.  I created this painting several months ago, but feel it sums up this summer perfectly and is a follow up to my earlier post and painting “holding on and letting go.”  

I knew this summer would be about preparing my daughter for college and preparing myself to let go.  I knew I wanted to spend as much time with my daughter as possible before she left home.  What I didn’t know is that my younger daughter would injure her knee and require surgery and a lengthy rehabilitation.  Although I was not happy about being “grounded,” perhaps it was a blessing in disguise.  I got LOTS of extra time at home with two of my favorite people in the world—my daughters!   For us, the summer has been all about nesting, resting, healing.  It has been about strengthening our roots and our wings before taking flight.  

I was worried that I was neglecting my art biz this summer and not working towards my goal of getting my ART out into the world in a bigger way.  Then it hit me—That’s exactly what I’ve been doing all summer long (and for 18 years)!  My daughter Autumn’s initials are A.R.T. (yes, on purpose) and she and my daughter Zoe are by far mine and my husband’s greatest works of art!  This summer was in fact, all about getting my A.R.T. out into the world (and to Art School in New York to boot)!  Mission accomplished—time to SOAR my baby bird! You’ll do great!  Love you!

Beach Treasures!

So happy and grateful to announce that Beach Treasures in Duck, NC (OBX) is now carrying my artwork!!! There are several original pieces to choose from as well as copies of my Beach Blessings book.  Thank you so much Lisa, Mary Anne, Mom, Mrs. P, Aunt B. and Paul for giving me this opportunity and helping me get my artwork there!  Thank you April for spotting my art while you were on vacation! Be sure to check it out next time you are in the Outer Banks (Beach Treasures, Wee Winks Square in Duck, NC)!

Full Moon Over Folly!

This mixed media painting was created after returning from spring break where I was lucky enough to witness a beautiful full moon rise over the ocean at Folly Beach! Loved how the palm trees were blowing in the breeze!  I will be teaching this project in a workshop/art party this summer!  Stay tuned for dates and details, or message me to be added to my list.  I am also happy to host private art parties and create commissioned pieces :)

"Full Moon Over Folly!"

Save the Date--BIG announcement coming soon!!!

Save the date (April 30th - May 1st)!  I am planning something extra special with Donna Hollowell of Deja New!  Stay tuned for our BIG announcement coming soon!!!

My Word of the Year (LEAP!) and how to choose your own WOTY:

Choosing your Word of the Year (WOTY):

What are your hopes and dreams for 2016?  What do you want to focus your time and energy on this year?  How do you want your life to look or feel?  What is the central theme of the year to come? By asking yourself these questions, you can come up with your own Word of the Year (WOTY).  Close your eyes and write down the first word that pops into your mind as you think of the year ahead.  Surrender and allow your word to come to you, with intuition as your guide.  Your word can be a noun, verb, or adjective.  It can even be a phrase or mantra.  Whatever you choose, it should be personal, powerful and meaningful to you.  If several words come to mind, make a list and visualize each one and how it applies to your personal vision for 2016.  Is there a theme that emerges?  Is there one word or phrase that stands out above the rest?  Go with that word and let it be your guide for 2016!

Once you decide on your WOTY,  make it visible!  Share your word with family and friends so they can help support you on your journey.  Write about it in your journal.  Create a canvas with your word front and center and display it where you will be reminded of your intention each and every day!  (This is the project and process I guided participants through at my recent Art Workshop: “Setting Your Intentions for the Year!” We also created a set of inspirational cards with our WOTY to save and share!)  Allow your WOTY to provide insight, inspiration, empowerment, affirmation, and validation throughout the coming year!  Use it as your guidepost in creating a year full of dreams come true!

My Word of the Year (LEAP!):

Several words jumped out at me this year, but one stood out above the rest.  I had a long list that included leap, launch, celebrate, possibility, aloha, collaborate, believe, wonder, release, and many more.  Some themes that emerged were letting go, new chapters, endings and beginnings.  I felt I needed a word that was active and intentional rather than passive.  I needed a word that could somehow capture the feeling and emotion I was already having about this BIG year ahead.  The word I kept coming back to was LEAP!  

2016 is a BIG year full of BIG changes and BIG emotions for me!  In addition to being leap year, and presidential election year, 2016 is the year my eldest daughter will graduate high school and go off to college, my youngest daughter will turn sweet 16, and I will turn the BIG 5-0!  In addition to the normal challenges of daily life, there is a whole sea full of change and uncertainty for me and my family to navigate this year.  As I mentioned in an earlier post, I plan to do this by continuing to follow my heART.  Difficult decisions lie ahead and the unknown and uncharted waters can be scary.  Financial responsibilities will be increasing, family dynamics will be shifting, health issues will be resolved, and hopefully my art business will not only stay afloat, but will thrive.  We will be ending one chapter and beginning a new one .  I am trying to remind myself to leave fear and doubt behind and to LEAP forward and allow the “net to appear!”  To do this I need to have trust, faith, courage and support!  It’s going to be a BIG year and I am ready to take the LEAP!  I hope that you will join me!

Setting Our Intentions for the New Year!

Thank you to all the wonderful women who gathered with me last night as we set our intentions for the New Year in a fun, meaningful, creative way with the new moon!  What a great way to usher in 2016!  I love all the colorful, inspirational cards you created and the powerful words of the year you chose! I hope the cards and canvases you created will guide, inspire and empower you in the year to come!  Wishing each of you a happy, healthy, prosperous year of dreams come true! xoxo ~ Jackie

Give the gift of Creativity! Winter Workshops now OPEN!

2016 Winter Workshops--Registration now OPEN!

Add some color, intention, and inspiration to your new year!

Join me for the first art workshop of 2016 on Sunday, January 10th from 4-7 p.m.

We will be setting our intentions for the year and creating mini, mixed-media inspiration cards and affirmation blocks.  Each participant will create 12 inspiration cards to save or swap, as well as an affirmation block with your word or phrase of the year!  Cost is $45 per person and includes all instruction and supplies.  Please bring a drink or snack to share.  Feel free to bring along some quotes or inspiring messages to use in your projects.

Come fill your heART and join me for the February Art Workshop on Sunday, February 7th from 4-7 p.m.

We will be creating mixed media hearts filled with love, gratitude, and whatever your heart desires!  Cost is $45 per person and includes all instructions and supplies.  Please bring a drink or snack to share.  

Rise!

Here is painting 2/50 in my "50 to 50" Challenge!  I have always admired the beauty, strength and symbolism of the lotus flower.  This new painting was inspired by the lotus and her ability to rise and shine despite her obstacles.  She is able to lift herself up from beneath the murky waters and grow towards the light, rising strong and opening herself up to the world above.

"Rise"

Here is a little poem I wrote several years ago for our first retreat participants that went along with the lotus lesson and art project I prepared and taught at the "living your yoga on and off the mat" retreat. Hope you enjoy!

Breathe deeply...

Begin the transformation...

Rise above the dark waters...

Blossom towards the light...

Reach your full potential...

Awaken your spirit...

~by jackie tury

Autumn Art Parties and Workshops--Registration Open NOW!

Register NOW for Autumn Art Parties! 

Click on link above for dates and registration information.  First class is September 27th!

Animal Totems class coming soon!

Christmas in July Sale this Saturday, July 25th!!!!

Don't miss my first ever Christmas in July Sale 

this Saturday, July 25th!!!

Thank you SO much to everyone who participated in this event! Your art is on its way! Enjoy!

For one day only, I am offering 25 pieces of original artwork at special discounted prices of 25% or more off the original price!!!!  All 12" x 12" canvases originally $100 will be on sale for $75.  All 16"x20" and 12"x24" originally $150 will be on sale for $100. There will be an extra charge for shipping and handling.  If you are local, we can arrange a time for pick up of purchased artwork.

Don't miss this amazing opportunity to purchase original artwork for you or someone special! Each piece is unique and hand-painted with love and inspiration.

All 25 pieces will be posted on this site by Friday for the one day sale on Saturday!  If you see a piece that speaks to you, email me at jackietury@gmail and we will make it happen!  Hope my art makes you as happy as it makes me!

Here they are!!!

25 pieces of original, inspirational artwork looking for new homes!  If one is calling your name, please email me at jackietury@gmail.com to make your one of a kind purchase! Thank you and enjoy!  Merry Christmas in July!

Original mixed media artwork on 12" x 12" canvases: originally $100, now only $75!

1. "Wish" (dragonfly): 12 x 12 - $75

2. "Fish": 12 x 12 - $75

3. "Back to school" (schoolhouse): 12 x 12 - $75

4. "Take a bite out of life" (candy apple): 12 x 12 - $75

5. "Go at your own pace" (snail): 12 x 12 - $75

6. "Blossom" (cherry tree): 12 x 12 - $75

7. "Artful avenue"(town): 12 x 12 - $75

8. "Voyage" (sailboat with purple sky): 12 x 12 - $75

9. "Autumn abundance" (3 trees with letter tiles): 12 x 12 - $75

10. "Dreams set sail" (sailboat with letter tiles): 12 x 12 - $75

11. "Gratitude" (single tree with letter tiles): 12 x 12 - $75

12. "Rise and shine" (sun): 12 x 12 - $75

13. "Full moon rising" (moon): 12 x 12 - $75

14. "Whelk shell": 12 x 12 - $75

15. "Sand dollar": 12 x 12 - $75

16. "Star fish": 12 x 12 - $75

17. "Sea horse": 12 x 12 - $75

Original mixed media artwork on 12" x 24" or 16" x 20" canvases: originally $150, now only $100!

18. "Dive deep" (mermaid): 12 x 24 - $100

19. "Listen to your whispers" (mermaid): 12 x 24 - $100

20. "Follow your heart": 16 x 20 - $100

21. "Wish" (face with mirror): 16 x 20 - $100

22. "Love supreme": 16 x 20 - $100

23. "Radiate love" : 16 x 20 - $100

24. "Once upon a time" (playground): 16 x 20 - $100

25. "Hopes and dreams take flight" (birds): 16 x 20 - $100

Summer Fun!

This was the first chance I've had to paint all summer!  I had so much fun transforming this old painting that was hanging on my wall into a new sea turtle!  It really was "Transformation Tuesday!"

I have also had fun receiving photos from people who have purchased my new book "Beach Blessings: A photographic journey of awakening to the beauty and blessings of the ocean!" Copies are still available on Amazon and at the DCAC Gallery in Manteo.  I will also have more available in my home studio soon.