Saturday, December 9, 2017

A winter's rest

Winter's Rest,  6x9" oil on gesso board 
©2017  Helen Read 

$130.00
Ready to frame
(Free Domestic Shipping - IL residents please add 8% sales tax)



Thursday, November 30, 2017

Enter to win this little painting!

This month I'll be giving this little bluebird mini painting away!

Little Bluebird, 3x3" oil on canvas + a small easel
©2017 Helen Read
 That's right!   For those who are subscribed to my monthly newsletter, all the details will be given in a few days when my newsletter is sent!  You'll want to be signed up (see below) so you receive my email and can take part! 



It's easy and fun to join my circle of friends... every month I send special offers, hold a contest, give away a freebie, and give some discounts!   If you love art, and if you like gifts... this is for you!!  

All you need to do is click the button below, it will take you to a form  and you'll be signed up.  I'll be sending my next newsletter (and the information about this little bird) within the first few days of December!  



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Tuesday, November 21, 2017

5 Beautiful Fine Art Prints Available

Now available in Fine Art Giclee Prints!

Please scroll down for more information about archival giclee prints, which can be printed on either canvas or paper. Giclee prints are beautifully printed with archival inks and papers and available at a very affordable price!

PLEASE NOTE: 
Shipping more than 1 item to the same address allows me to discount shipping.  However, it isn't possible to have that happen until after check out, when I will refund the discounted amount through paypal.  I'm sorry for that inconvenience; I tried multiple options to avoid it. 

Lovely Lavender -  fine art giclee print
©Helen Read

Lovely Lavender, (originally oil on gessoboard) is now available as a fine art print
in 2 sizes: 8x10" or 11x14" and on either stretched canvas or as a matted print or mounted on a rigid support. 
And the original is still available, as well at this link

8x10" Giclee Print, matted in off white for a 12x14" frame - $28.00
8x10" Giclee Print, unmatted.  Mounted on a rigid support - ready to frame - $28.00
11x14" Giclee Print, unmatted.  Mounted on a rigid support - ready to frame - $53.00
8x10" Giclee Print on stretched canvas - ready to frame - $49.00
11x14" Giclee Print on stretched canvas - ready to frame - $72.00

Please add $15.00 domestic shipping,  IL residents, please add 8% sales tax
Shipping discount will be refunded on orders with more than 1 item going to the same address.


 
Descanso Iris -  fine art giclee print
©Helen Read
Descanso Iris (originally a watercolor painting) was purchased for the set of the TV show, Chicago Fire.
It boasts a beautiful array of colors in pinks and greens.  
It is now available as a giclee print on watercolor paper.  

Available in 1 size
8x10" Giclee print matted in white to fit a 12x14" frame - $28.00


Please add $15.00 domestic shipping,  IL residents, please add 8% sales tax
Shipping discount will be refunded on orders with more than 1 item going to the same address




Nest Eggs -  fine art giclee print
©Helen Read

Nest Eggs, (originally oil on canvas) features a robin's nest - containing the promise of new life and varied colors of turquoise in light and shadow.  It is available as an 8x10" print
on stretched canvas or as a matted print or mounted on a rigid surface and ready to frame.
available with 3 options:

8x10" Giclee Print, matted in off white for a 12x14" frame - $28.00
8x10" Giclee print, unmatted.  Mounted on a rigid support, ready to frame - $28.00
8x10" Giclee Print on stretched canvas - ready to frame - $49.00
Please add $15.00 domestic shipping,  IL residents, please add 8% sales tax
Shipping discount will be refunded on orders with more than 1 item going to the same address





Two of a Feather -  fine art giclee print
©Helen Read


 Two of a Feather  (originally oil on gessoboard) is available as a fine art print
8x8" and with several options: 


8x8" giclee print matted in off white to fit a 12x12" frame  - $23.00

8x8" giclee print unmatted and mounted on a rigid support - ready to frame  - $23.00


$8x8" giclee print on stretched canvas - ready to frame - $43.00

Please add $15.00 domestic shipping,  IL residents, please add 8% sales tax
Shipping discount will be refunded on orders with more than 1 item going to the same address




Callas at Sunrise -  fine art giclee print
©Helen Read
Callas at Sunrise (originally oil on canvas) is now available as a fine art print
in 2 sizes: 8x10" or 11x14" and on either stretched canvas or as a matted print or mounted on a rigid support. 
And the original is still available, as well at this link! 

8x10" Giclee Print, matted in off white for a 12x14" frame - $28.00
8x10" Giclee Print, unmatted.  Mounted on a rigid support - ready to frame - $28.00
11x14" Giclee Print, unmatted.  Mounted on a rigid support - ready to frame - $53.00
8x10" Giclee Print on stretched canvas - ready to frame - $49.00
11x14" Giclee Print on stretched canvas - ready to frame - $72.00

Please add $15.00 domestic shipping,  IL residents, please add 8% sales tax
Shipping discount will be refunded on orders with more than 1 item going to the same address

  What is Giclee Printing? 

Giclee is a printing process that uses archival papers or other supports and inks.  Because of this, these prints do not fade, discolor or deteriorate over time.  I use a printing company that focuses on fine art prints done to high standards.  I know you'll be pleased with your purchase.  However, if for some reason it does not meet your needs, you may make a return within 14 days.
   When you make an order, I am notified and your order will be printed and shipped.  I ask that you allow approximately 10 days for receipt, although for most domestic addresses, your prints will arrive sooner!    Prints can be sent to international addresses as well, although shipping costs are higher.  Please email me for an estimate on shipping outside the US.   

I'm excited to be able to offer this option!  It is a great way to hang beautiful art in your home or to give fine art as a gift.  The affordability of fine art prints adds another way to bring beauty into our lives!  

Monday, November 13, 2017

Two of a Feather

Birds of a Feather, 6x6" oil on gesso board 
©2017 Helen Read 

SOLD 

These 2!  Captured with a bit of personality showing!  (Perhaps a little mischief!?) 

You can almost hear what they are thinking!   

Watch this painting unfold in a few seconds (of course, it took longer than a few seconds to paint!)  Its always fascinating to see how it begins and how it comes to its final form.
You can also see it on YouTube here:   https://youtu.be/wkMlFiq_nxY

 

Friday, October 27, 2017

Autumn Joy

Autumn Joy, 7x5" oil on gesso board
© 2017 Helen Read 
ready to frame 

$90.00 
(Free domestic shipping,  IL residents please add 8% sales tax.)



Sunday, October 22, 2017

Coming soon!

My November Newsletter will be on its way soon,
Don't miss out on special offers!


It's fun!  When you are on my email list, you'll get a monthly email with beautiful visuals,
special offers and discounts, and some kind of surprise that you might like to participate in, download, or share!
It's an opportunity to see what's going on in my studio and in my world!  

Your info will never be shared! So you're safe!! 



Saturday, September 23, 2017

Summer Geraniums

September Geranium, 8x8" graphite on clayboard
©2017 Helen Read 

$120.00
(ready to frame)
(please add $15 domestic shipping,  IL residents, please add 8% sales tax)


 

Tuesday, September 12, 2017

Join the Fun!!


That's right!  Last month, my special offer included a "member discount" for one of my newest 
paintings AND a contest to pick a winner for a free original painting! 

There's just 1 catch....

 I only make this offer available on my newsletter list.  

It's actually a win-win, because you will get: 

  • About 1 email a month with lots of visuals and news from my studio (and sometimes other news!)
  • Special monthly discounts, give-aways, and contests 
  • A chance to give me input about future projects and work. (Your opinion counts!)
  • Also, you will often see things first or hear about new ideas before anyone else does. 
  • If you send me your birthday month, I'll send you a little something special
  • New members get a little gift for signing up!
  • Being a newsletter member is  FREE!  (Not much in our world is free, when you think about it)
  • And your information is safe - I use a secure service and I never share your information 

It's so easy to sign up.  Just fill out the information below and you'll be signed up and will receive the next newsletter which will come out around the first part of October!  

So, why not? 
There's nothing to lose and lots that you'll enjoy receiving from me!
And while I'm thinking of it, maybe you have friends whom you know would be interested in joining too.  
So please share my information with them.
(And let me know by email if you referred a friend.  If they become a member, I'll send you a thank you!)



Saturday, September 9, 2017

Unfolding ...


Unfolding, 8x8" graphite on clayboard
©Helen Read 

$120.00(Please add $12.00 domestic shipping, IL residents please add 8% sales tax) 

Tuesday, September 5, 2017

Autumn Approaches

Withered Beauty - sunflower, 15 x 15" Watercolor/mixed media on paper
© Helen Read 
matted in white to fit 20x20" frame
ready to frame 
$175.00
(Shipping $15.00 in US, additional costs internationally, IL residents, please add 8% sales tax) 




There is a beauty - even in the withering - the paper thin drying of the petals, still retaining a bit of their color.
Autumn is approaching... you can feel it in the air.
Yet, even in this transition from full bloom into dormancy, there is a certain beauty.

Wednesday, August 30, 2017

Hurricane Relief Auction!

You cannot watch the news without a heavy heart~
Here's a way to offer some support for those affected by Hurricane Harvey

I've started an auction of these 2 original oil paintings.
All proceeds will be donated for disaster relief in SE Texas and Louisiana.
Auction ends Wednesday 9/6/17 approx 5pm - CST
 
Star of Bethlehem (Chicago Flower Market), 8x10" oil on gesso board
©2017 Helen Read
(ready to frame) 

This auction starts at $120 bid with free domestic shipping! 

SOLD


Sunflower Basket, 10x8" oil on gesso board
©2017 Helen Read 
(ready to frame)

This auction starts at $120.00 bid with free domestic shipping! 

SOLD


I was born and raised in Texas, so this disaster seems a little close to home, even though I do not currently live in that area.  This auction is a way that I can turn a surface, paint, and my vision into practical help.  And, it is a way that someone (like you) can own lovely original artwork! 

I hope you will participate.  Time is limited to just a few days.  Click the links to see how the auction is progressing, lend a hand and make a bid!  I'd love to package these paintings and send one of them to your house!

Monday, August 28, 2017

Drawing to Win an Original MiniPainting!

This MiniPainting Could Alight at Your House!


Little Finch, 3x3" oil on canvas
©2017 Helen Read

As tiny as a little finch itself, this small painting is textured and detailed and
it will be sent to a lucky winner
in September!  

My September newsletter will be sent in another few days with the full information about how to enter the contest and win this original painting (with it's small easel).  It is the perfect size to sit in a book case or a table top.   If you have not already joined my fun email group, it's easy to do!   You'll get to participate in give-aways and contests, get freebies and gifts, and receive news and discounts.  Just enter your information in the form below and you'll be added to my list and get my newsy newsletter!  

MiniPainting with it's easel.

Don't miss out!   Join the fun and enter to win this little original painting! 


Here's the sign up!
Oh, and if you include your birthday I'll send you something special that month! 
(Your year remains your secret!) 


Wednesday, August 23, 2017

Garden Surprise

Garden Surprise, 7x5" oil on gesso board
©2017 Helen Read 
$80.00
(please add $10 domestic shipping , IL residents please add 8% sales tax) 





Friday, August 18, 2017

Let's Be Friends!



In another week or so, I'll be sending out my September mailing
and Guess What!  

There's going to be a little contest for an original little painting give away!
You never know... you might be the winner!

So, all you have to do is sign up below.  Not only will you be included in all the future fun stuff I send  (about once a month), but you will be able to participate in the September contest and you'll get a "welcome gift" that I think you'll enjoy. 
 Its completely free.... so you have nothing to lose, but its only available to my friends who receive my email news. 

Here's the sign up!
Oh, and if you include your birthday I'll send you something special that month! 
(Your year remains your secret!)


Tuesday, August 15, 2017

Finch and Flower

Finch on a Flower, 6x6" oil on gesso board 
© 2017  Helen Read 
$80.00
Ready to Frame! 
(Please add $10 domestic shipping, IL residents please add 8% sales tax) 


Wednesday, August 9, 2017

Star of Bethlehem

Star of Bethlehem, Chicago Flower Market
8x10" oil on gesso board
©2017  Helen Read 
 
SOLD


Wandering through a flower market (even if quite small) is such an experience for the senses!
There is no end of the colors and variations of colors.  From greens in every possible shade to reds, yellows, purples, oranges, and whites!  It is a will riot of colors and shapes and sizes, of smells and textures... all of it speaking of diversity and beauty!  A testimony of God's creativity!

This little glimpse of the market place is almost dry and will be ready to send soon!

Join my email newsletter list and immediately save your shipping costs!  It's easy and you'll get monthly newsy emails from me with a variety of special offers.  Just click the invite button below!


Friend invite! Join me!!

Wednesday, July 26, 2017

Summer Basket

 Sunflower Basket, 10x8" Oil on gessoboard
© 2017 Helen Read 

SOLD



* Includes domestic shipping - US Priority Mail.  International shipping costs will be quoted by location and additional shipping charge will be applied.

Saturday, July 1, 2017

Lovely Lavender

Lovely Lavender, 6x9" Oil on gesso board 
©2017 Helen Read 
$125.00
Includes domestic shipping.  (International shipping will be quoted by location)
(IL residents please add 8% sales tax)