Tag Archives: landscape

Sicilian View – Trompe L’Oeil Painting

Posted on July 30, 2012 by pamelaallegretto

SICILIAN VIEW – Trompe L’Oeil Painting – “Views to Go” I started my “Views To Go” collection while living in Hawaii. My art studio was a portion of a converted garage with one small window. I played with the idea … Continue reading →

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PLEIN AIR PAINTING WITH ACRYLICS – POLOLU VALLEY LOOKOUT

Posted on July 27, 2012 by pamelaallegretto

  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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Fall In New England

Posted on July 25, 2012 by pamelaallegretto

Painting Fall Colors In New England Even though I am not too keen on painting en plein air, this scene was impossible to resist.  Of course, as I often do, I had to add my own spin, in this case, … Continue reading →

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NEW ENGLAND RED BARN AT SUNRISE

Posted on July 24, 2012 by pamelaallegretto

  NEW ENGLAND RED BARN AT SUNRISE       When we first moved to Connecticut, about six years ago, I became fascinated by the multitude of charming red barns scattered across the state.  I understand the red barn craze abounds … Continue reading →

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Tuscan Gold 1

Posted on July 20, 2012 by pamelaallegretto

Something magical happens at sunset in the Tuscan hills of Italy.   It’s as though King Midas reaches out from the great beyond and does his: “touch thing,”  turning everything into rich golden hues. This painting is all about atmosphere and … Continue reading →

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Waterfall At East Hampton

Posted on July 11, 2012 by pamelaallegretto

What is it about waterfalls that attracts people?  I mean, all they are is water running over rocks.  So what’s the big deal?  For me, the attraction is the power of the water, the force of nature, if you will.   … Continue reading →

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Fishing In New England

Posted on July 1, 2012 by pamelaallegretto

  I wasn’t that excited when I began this plein air painting: a bridge, a lake, some trees, that was about it.  So I got to thinking, why weren’t there any boys out on that bridge, enjoying the fresh air … Continue reading →

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