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!

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