PRIDE MONTH

PRIDE BOUQUET  

June is PRIDE MONTH.This PRIDE BOUQUET celebrates all my friends and family in the LBGTQ community. Cheers to you all for being who you are. I love every one of you! This PRIDE BOUQUET is also my nod to the entire LGBTQ community.

No matter the colors of the petals, I wanted my flowers to have a party on my canvas where everyone’s invited. A special thanks to all the talented artists who have written such lovely comments on this painting. It would be wonderful if the whole world could be as understanding and supportive as artists are with each other. We don’t care about who lives where or what the politics are of any country. We don’t care about race or religion, or lack of religion. We don’t care who’s gay, straight, or transgender. We care about each other as human beings with a shared love of beauty and artistic freedom. We are all children of Mother Earth and have no room in our lives for racism, bigots, or bullies!

The original 6”X12” acrylic on wrapped canvas has been sold, however, quality Giclee prints from greeting card size to poster size, tote bags, yoga mats, mugs, shower curtains, etc., are available at: https://fineartamerica.com/featured/pride-bouquet-pamela-allegretto.html  

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“A FANTASTIC STORY THAT HAS IT ALL!”

“This is the first book I read from this author, and let me tell you that I loved it! Such a good book with great characters that keeps you obsessed with every page since the first one. The ending of this book.. come on! I just didn´t expect it! Can´t wait to read other books from this great writer! Amazing job! a must-read!. 5/5 A fantastic story that has it all! I loved this book although the story was at times extremely harrowing. Woven through the account of the Nazi forces (including some good German soldiers) and the Resistance in Southern Italy and Rome is a bewitching story, beginning at the time of the Fascists in the Mussolini regime continuing into the occupation by Nazis in Italy. A great read with interesting characters, lots of twists and turns, so a real page-turner. I look forward to reading more from this author.”

Jennifer Shepard – Scottish Alliance  – A thousand thanks for writing such a wonderful review. I appreciate your generosity. I am thrilled that you enjoyed the read. Best wishes and cheers to you.

BRIDGE OF SIGHS AND DREAMS is available for purchase in paperback and eBook at:

https://www.amazon.com/Bridge-Sighs-Dreams-Pamela-Allegretto/dp/1634906543 and all Amazon sites worldwide plus most all online book sellers.

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WORD PLAY ART GALLERY

Visit my WORD PLAY ART GALLERY that is meant to be simple, colorful, and fun. Nothing serious in this gallery. No frowns allowed! Enjoy!

These are not only quirky images to brighten any room in your home, but they make “happy” greeting cards, pillows, tote bags, mugs, shower curtains, etc. Best of all, everything on the Fineartamerica website is from 20% to 52% off until midnight tonight. For example:  Greeting cards – 42% off  // throw pillow – 52% off //  canvas prints – 48% off  etc.

Click on the WORD PLAY ART GALLERY link here:  https://fineartamerica.com/profiles/pamela-allegretto?tab=artworkgalleries&artworkgalleryid=1117558

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“DECONSTRUCTING DAVID”

As an Italian, an artist, and someone who appreciates excellence, I have no “printable” words to express my outrage over the lunacy in Florida regarding Michelangelo’s magnificent “David.” Occasionally, I like to choose a well-known image and scale it down to minimal lines, allowing the viewer’s eye to fill in the spaces. In 2010 I drew this “Deconstructing David” as my humble homage to the master. I wonder how the Florida school board would fill in David’s “bits,” maybe with an AR-15, as that seems to be an acceptable image. Hmmm…

Quality giclee prints from greeting cards to posters, mugs,pillows,tote bags, etc are available for purchase at: https://fineartamerica.com/featured/de-constructing-david-pamela-allegretto.html

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“FESTA DEL PAPÀ”

Oggi in italia, ci festeggiamo la Festa del Papà. È la Festa di San Giuseppe, per chi si chiede come sia nata questa giornata particolare agli italiani.

Pertanto, mando il mio amore nell’universo e spero che raggiunga mio caro papà.

“FATHER’S DAY”

Today in Italy, we celebrate Father’s Day. It is the Feast Day of Saint Joseph, for those who are wondering how the Italians came up with this particular day.

Therefore, I send my love out into the universe and hope it reaches my sweet Dad.

Click here to order quality Giclee cards, prints, tote bags, coffee mugs, pillows, etc.

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Unity


Although the balloons are different colors, they are all still Balloons. When they unite, good things happen.

The original 8�X12� acrylic on wrapped canvas is available for purchase on my website: http://www.pamelaallegretto-franz.com or contact me here.

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“LIFE IS TRICKY”

These past few months have been “tricky” to say the least. But thanks to all of my friends and family we are keeping a positive attitude for better days ahead. Spring is just around the corner. It’s time to celebrate with spring flowers.

Although I am clearly not a botanical artist, still, I think all flowers are beautiful whether real or imagined, and the bolder the better. The original painting is a 16″x20″ acrylic on one-inch thick wrapped canvas and can be purchased on my website:  http://www.pamelaallegretto-franz.com

Giclee prints from greeting card size to poster size, including tote bags, iphone cases, and designer pillows are available at :  https://fineartamerica.com/featured/purple-iris-pamela-allegretto.html

PURPLE IRIS
PURPLE IRIS
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FAMILY UNITY

FAMILY UNITY

I am honored to have my painting “FAMILY UNITY” featured in the “SOCIAL JUSTICE AWARENESS AND UNITY GALLERY” on Fine Art America. I did this painting in 2019 to express my sadness and outrage at this country for separating families and putting children in cages at our border.

Infants, toddlers, ALL children belong with their parents and should not be used as tools for racist, hateful politicians. We are all children of Mother Earth and we should have no room in our lives for bigotry or cruelty! Is it so difficult to treat other people’s children the way we expect our own children to be treated? Is it so difficult to keep ALL families together the way we expect our families to stay together?

May this New Year bring about (finally) a solution that will allow asylum seekers the same opportunity to build a better, safer, healthier life in this country, as all of our ancestors had before us. Let’s never forget that apart from indigenous Indians, we are all immigrants or decedents from immigrants.

The original 8”X10” acrylic on wrapped canvas is available for purchase on my website: http://www.pamelaallegretto-franz.com  or contact me here.

Quality Giclee prints from greeting card size to poster size, tote bags, yoga mats, mugs, shower curtains, etc., are available at: https://fineartamerica.com/featured/family-unity-pamela-allegretto.html

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VAL D’ORCIA

VAL D’ORCIA

While driving through Italy’s Val D’Orcia region, we spied this cart overflowing with flowers, the colors of which mirrored the explosive sunset. Or was it the other way around? Hmmm… ,

The original is an acrylic and watercolor on 12”x16” Arches 140 pound watercolor paper. Quality Giclee prints from greeting card size to poster size, pillows, totebags, mugs, et al are available at: https://fineartamerica.com/featured/val-dorcia-pamela-allegretto.html

Nel regione di Val D’Orcia, ho visto questa scena dove il tramonto si specchia nei fiori. Oppure, i fiori si specchiano nel tramonte? Hmmm…

L’originale è dipinto con acrilico e aquarelle. Si può comprarne delle stampe qui:  https://fineartamerica.com/featured/val-dorcia-pamela-allegretto.html

Val D'Orcia
Val D’Orcia – click on flower cart to enlarge image or to order giclee prints.

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ALLEGRETTO ART – Free Shipping

FREE SHIPPING Today: Saturday 11/19/22 ending midnight Sunday 11/20/22  Eastern Standard Time! Quality giclee prints, greeting cards, tote bags, i-phone cases, throw pillows, puzzles, masks, coffee cups, etc. I hope you enjoy browsing through my eclectic gallery that ranges from bold trompe l’oeil “Views to Go,” thru animated Kid’s Art, to landscapes, tropical scenes, music themes, and sun-drenched Italian villages. I like to fuse whimsy with realism, and the variety in my style, medium, and subject reflects a Gemini nature that consistently prods me away from monotony. “TUSCAN FARMHOUSE AT SUNSET” In “TUSCAN FARMHOUSE AT SUNSET” I wanted to pay homage to the Italian farmers who for hundreds of centuries, from sunup to sundown, have tended their land with a deep love and respect. The original 8″x10″ acrylic painting on wrapped canvas has been sold, but fine quality giclee prints are still available at the link below. In questo quadro volevo rendere omaggio agli agricoltori italiani che per centinaia di secoli, dall’alba al tramonto, hanno coltivato la loro terra con un profondo amore e rispetto. Il quadro originale è stato venduto, pero, sono disponibili le stampe di alta qualità dove si puo` travare sul link in fondo. Saluti! A thousand thanks, mille grazie, merci` beaucoup, vielen dank, muchas gracias to yesterday’s buyers! I am deeply appreciative and hope you all enjoy the prints and gifts. Cheers!!! Go to: http://pamela-allegretto.fineartamerica.com   or   https://pamela-allegretto.pixels.com/
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“EDITORS PICK”

Recently, the gracious administrators at ARTMAJEUR in Paris, Franceselected my original art gallery for their “EDITOR’S PICK.” I am honored to have been chosen and to have my work alongside so many gifted artists. I know my work is not in the same realm as “fine art,” but I’m happy that my often-quirky style elicits joy.

 VIVE LA FRANCE!

Visit my Gallery at: http://www.pamelaallegretto-franz.com  Prices for original works are always negotiable and include free shipping within the US and Canada.

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LAVENDER FARM IN TUSCANY

While driving through Italy’s Tuscan Region, we spied this lavender farm. I loved how the purple lavender played off the golden Tuscan sky.

The original 8”x10” acrylic on wrapped canvas is available for purchase. Contact me here or visit my original art website: www.pamelaallegretto-franz.com

Quality Giclee prints from greeting card size o poster size, tote bags, pillows, mugs, etc., available at: https://fineartamerica.com/featured/lavender-farm-in-tuscany-pamela-allegretto.html

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ARTIST OF THE WEEK

As most of you know, I don’t share my personal life online. However, I will have to say, without a doubt: last week sucked. But just as I found myself knee deep in sorrow and anger, I received notice that I had been awarded ARTIST OF THE WEEK on Fineartamarica. This glimpse of a rainbow amid such dark clouds made me realize that taken in small bites, la vita can still be bella.

Purple elephants love pink daises. How do I know? I just do. Are there such things as purple elephants and pink daises? In my world, yes there are.

Elephants represent strength and good fortune. These gentle giants symbolize health and happiness, and they are thought to promote spiritual well-being. Elephants are strong, nurturing, loyal, protective to their family, and over-all just plain super cool.

Of course, this purple elephant will never hang in the Uffizi. He was fun to paint and only meant to bring a smile and spread a little joy.

The original is an 8”x10” acrylic on wrapped canvas.

Quality Giclee prints from greeting card size to poster size, tote bags, pillows, mugs, etc., are available at: https://fineartamerica.com/featured/purple-elephant-pamela-allegretto.html#comment51921952

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“INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE” – UNITY

Although the balloons are different colors, they are all still balloons. When they unite, good things happen.

I’m hopeful that on this “INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE, and EVERY day, we can all unite to make good things happen.

BUY ART NOT GUNS.

Giclee prints from greeting card size to poster size, tote bags, phone cases, mugs, pillows, masks, etc. are available at:
http://fineartamerica.com/featured/unity-pamela-allegretto.html

The original 8”x 12” acrylic on wrapped canvas is available for purchase on my art website: http://www.pamelaallegretto-franz

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“NATIONAL BOOK LOVER’S DAY”

What better day to add to your book collection than today, NATIONAL BOOK LOVER’S DAY. Amazon is doing its weird limited time, book discount scan, and it is listing the paperback version of ASHES TO ASHES, DIAMONDS TO DUST at$8.54. That’s a savings of $12.41, which is almost enough to buy a cheap bottle of Chianti to drink while you read.

CHEERS and HAPPY READING!

ASHES TO ASHES, DIAMONDS TO DUST is available in ebook and paperback versions at all online bookstores worldwide. https://www.amazon.com/Ashes-Diamonds-Dust-Pamela-Allegretto/dp/1647181828

BRIDGE OF SIGHS AND DREAMS is available in ebook and paperback versions at all online bookstores worldwide at:

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GUITAR MAN

This is my caricature to honor jazz guitar great Jim Day. I took artistic liberty adding shades and a cigarette, just to keep it not-too-serious. What is serious, is Jim’s remarkable guitar chops playing jazz, blues, classical, and classics.

The original 11″x14″ acrylic on wrapped canvas is available for purchase. Contact me here for information.

Quality Giclee prints from greeting card size to poster size, tote bags, mugs, pillows, stickers, etc. available at: https://fineartamerica.com/featured/guitar-man-pamela-allegretto.html

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