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“THE IDES OF MARCH”

Beware the IDES OF MARCH! March 15 has a notorious reputation: Julius Caesar was assassinated on that date in 44 B.C., the last Czar of Russia, Nicholas the II, abdicated the throne on the Ides of March in 1917 and … Continue reading

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“ISLAND BEAT”

This is Winston, one rockin’ conga drummer. His red-hot reggae rhythm is as cool as a tropical breeze. You can purchase the original 16″x20″ acrylic on canvas on my website: http://www.PamelaAllegretto-Franz.com Quality Giclee prints from poster size to greeting cards, … Continue reading

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WORLD FOOD DAY

WORLD FOOD DAY Hunger won’t wait for the pandemic to end. There is no justification for children to go hungry in this country. But it’s happening every day, in every community. The USDA states that more than 11 million children … Continue reading

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LEI DAY – MAY DAY

Yes, I know, I’m a day late with my greetings. I’m running on Hawaiian time. Whenever possible, I like to step away from the serious. In this painting, I did that. Who says turtles have to be green or dolphins must … Continue reading

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INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY

TO MARKET On this International Women’s Day, I want to thank “International Women Artists” for featuring this painting in your Fineartamerica gallery. I am honored to have my work alongside such gifted artists. For me, big, bold colors reflect the … Continue reading

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“HAWAIIAN ISLAND LOVE”

HAWAIIAN ISLAND LOVE Often times, I like to step away from the serious. In HAWAIIAN ISLAND LOVE I did that. Who says turtles have to be green or dolphins have to be grey? Not me. And where is it written that once we … Continue reading

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TO MARKET

TO MARKET Thank you to International Women Artists for featuring this painting in your Fineartamerica gallery. I am honored to have my work alongside such gifted artists. For me, big bold colors reflect the joys of a tropical island. Taking … Continue reading

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HAWAIIAN SIGN POSTS TO PARADISE

HAWAIIAN SIGN POSTS TO PARADISE I’m not a fan of wishy-washy, muted colors, and so I played with the vivid Rainbow Coalition colors that speak to me of peace and unity while hanging out in Paradise, sipping a smoothie, and … Continue reading

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TROPICAL HARVEST

Tropical Harvest – For me, big, bold colors reflect the joys of a tropical island. I wanted to keep this painting as uncomplicated as island life. It’s all about celebrating color and simplicity. The original acrylic painting on wrapped canvas … Continue reading

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HAWAIIAN ISLAND LOVE

HAWAIIAN ISLAND LOVE “HAWAIIAN ISLAND LOVE” To all my friends and family and followers here and on my Facebook Page, I appreciate your support for my art and my novel: “Bridge of Sighs and Dreams,” : http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B015JRFQE8 BARNES & NOBLE: … Continue reading

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AMALFI COAST

AMALFI COAST          The diverse villages along the Amalfi Coast have been compared to a constellation, if this is the case, then the town of Amalfi is unquestionably the brightest star.  The Amalfitani like to boast: “The sun, … Continue reading

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PIETRASANTA in TUSCANY

PIETRASANTA in TUSCANY Pietrasanta – the village of Pietrasanta sits high in the coastal hills of Tuscany.  It’s beach town, Marina di Pietrasanta is a favorite summer seaside resort for winter-weary weary Florentines and Pisans. Giclee prints from greeting card … Continue reading

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Lake Como / Lago di Como / Painting In Italy

  PAINTING IN ITALY / LAGO DI COMO Lake Como (Larius, as it was known to the Romans) has been called “the looking glass of Venus,” and Virgil pronounced it “our greatest lake.” Not to be out quoted, Stendhal characterized … Continue reading

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GUARDIANS

GUARDIANS This painting is a first draft book cover for “Midnight And The Magical Prairie Schooner”  written by my dear friend Denis Gessing.  Information on purchasing this exciting and engaging novel can be found at:  http://www.olteller.com The original painting is … Continue reading

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PLEIN AIR PAINTING WITH ACRYLICS – POLOLU VALLEY LOOKOUT

  Plein Air Painting With Acrylics For plein air artists who are new to acrylics I’d like to offer a few suggestions gleaned from many frustrating outings.  Someone recently asked if I recommend painting en plein air with acrylics. My … Continue reading

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