Painting and Recipe of the Day - Linda Blondheim Art Studio 2011

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Today's Painting

Field II

Fair oaks

9x12 inches

acrylic on birch panel

400.00

I enjoyed doing this painting in the loft studio yesterday. It was from a reference photo I took last week when I was at Fair Oaks. Every time I go, I see a new viewd, a different perspective, the nuances I missed before. It is ever changing in subtle ways.

Quote of the Day-

You've got to get to the stage in life where going for it is more important than winning or losing.

Arthur Ashe

Recipe of the Day

This is the first entry in the cake recipe contest from Carolyn Molder.

You can vote for your favorites by emailing me. lindablondheim@gmail.com

The winner will receive a blue ribbon and a gift from the Creative Hands Artists at our party November18-19,2011. If you live out of town I can send your gifts to you if your cake wins.

Pineapple Nut Cake

2 cups flour 2 eggs

2 cups sugar 2 tsp soda

1 - #30 can crushed pineapple - do not drain

1 tsp vanilla 1 cup chopped nuts

Grease & flour 9 x 13 pan

Mix all ingredients by hand. Bake at 350 for 20 minutes.

Frosting

8 oz cream cheese 1 tsp vanilla

� cup butter or margarine 1 � cup powdered sugar

Mix with electric mixer & frost while cake is warm.

Sprinkle top with 1 cup chopped nuts.

Studio News and Specials

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Painting Knife Landscape Workshop

Register at:

http://lindablondheim.com/artwork/2174813_Painting_Knife_Landscapes_Workshop.html

I have 4 spaces left.

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Creative Hands

It's time to send me your best Cake Recipe and win the best cake prize.

Creative Hands Cake Party

A weekend of handmade art and delicious cake all at Gainesville's best kept secret:

Linda Blondheim's art loft at Paddiwhack.
Three local artists join
Linda on November 18 and 19 to help kick off your holiday shopping. You can also stop by and vote for the "Best cake in Gainesville".

The winning cake at the party will win a blue ribbon on Saturday and a little gift from the artisans.

Send in your recipe to Linda@lindablondheim.com and our caterer Jackie Tucker will make the five most popular recipes who will vie for the prize.

Join us on Friday November 18th from 5:30 to 9PM and Saturday from 12 Noon- 4 PM

Meet:

Ashley from Ashtree Soap Company

Dale from Bearly Uniques hand made bears and purses

Kathy Swift Jeweler

Linda Blondheim Landscape Painter

Linda Blondheim Loft Studio inside Paddiwhack Gallery
4122 NW 16th BLVD
Gainesville, FL 32505

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Six Artists Six Prairies

Come meet the Six Artists http://sixartistssixprairies.blogspot.com at Wild Birds Unlimited and Paddiwhack Gallery during Art Hop November 18, 5:30 - 9 PM.

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Take advantage of my layaway plan. I offer up to 12 months to pay for your painting. I store the painting for you until it is paid for in full. No interest on payments. you can start at $25.00 A great way to buy the painting of your dreams.

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Linda's Loft Studio Classes

These classes are designed for students who have some experience in painting. They are in a casual fun atmosphere and not at all intimidating.

My Open Studio Saturday afternoon class is designed to allow you the freedom to work on your own painting projects as individuals. It is a casual class with positive useful critiques and suggestions on composing, color and values, brushwork or anything you need help with. We can discuss marketing, materials,equipment or any art related questions you may have. You may use any medium for this class except transparent watercolor. (Bring your painting projects and let me help you with them)

Saturdays from 3:00-5:30 PM

Includes a snack and drink.

30.00 per class. Pay at the class.

Limited to eight painters.

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