Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Pastels USA Award

I had two paintings accepted into Pastels USA, the 24th annual international open exhibition for the Pastel Society of the West Coast.  The exhibit is being held at the Art Museum of Los Gatos from June 3 to July 9, 2010, and was juried by Richard McKinley.

I found out this morning that my painting "Old Friend" received the Colorfin LCC award!



"Old Friend"
12" x 19.5"
Soft Pastel on Pastelmat


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26 comments:

  1. Sandy ByersJune 1, 2010 at 2:57 PM

    Congratulations, Kari! I LOVE this piece. I have from the first moment I saw it.

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  2. Dana CooperJune 1, 2010 at 4:07 PM

    This is a winner on every level, Kari, congratulations!!

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  3. Kari TirrellJune 1, 2010 at 7:34 PM

    Thanks, Sandy & Dana! :)

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  4. LAUREN COLE ABRAMSJune 1, 2010 at 7:46 PM

    How thrilling, congratulations...but then you know how I feel about this series of dogs you are doing...wonderful!

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  5. Kari TirrellJune 2, 2010 at 8:06 AM

    Thanks, Lauren! You were right, as usual. :)

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  6. Roby BaerJune 2, 2010 at 6:44 PM

    CONGRATULATIONS Kari!!! Job very well done! I'm so extremely proud of you... keep the awards coming!

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  7. Kari TirrellJune 3, 2010 at 12:56 PM

    Thanks, Roby!

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  8. Amanda MakepeaceJune 4, 2010 at 5:41 AM

    Congrats!! :D

    You are featured in this week's EBSQ Friday Five!

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  9. Nancy GoldmanJune 4, 2010 at 6:49 AM

    Congratulations Kari. I can see why it won an award. It's beautiful.

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  10. UnknownJune 4, 2010 at 8:21 AM

    Congratulations! What a beautiful pastel piece. You've really captured a feeling.

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  11. Kari TirrellJune 4, 2010 at 3:31 PM

    Thank you Amanda, Nancy & Blenda! :)

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  12. Paintings by Irit BourlaJune 6, 2010 at 4:14 PM

    WOW!
    Both pieces are beautiful.
    Looks more like a photo to me.
    Amazing!

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  13. Kari TirrellJune 6, 2010 at 7:51 PM

    Thanks, Irit! I'm glad you like it. :)

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  14. Crystal CookJune 14, 2010 at 8:34 AM

    Congratulations! You have done a truly outstanding job. This sweet dog looks soulfull! :)

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  15. Kari TirrellJune 14, 2010 at 2:07 PM

    Thank you, Crystal!

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  16. artbyakikoJune 14, 2010 at 11:39 PM

    Congratulations, Kari!! It's absolutely beautiful. Great work!!

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  17. L.HolmJune 16, 2010 at 9:08 AM

    Congratulations, Kari. This is a phenomenal work. Beautifully painted, and emotionally powerful.

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  18. Kari TirrellJune 16, 2010 at 2:22 PM

    Thank you Akiko & Liz. I appreciate the kind comments and I'm glad you like the painting! :)

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  19. smellyrhinostudioJune 23, 2010 at 6:08 AM

    Fantastic! I just love this, and my favorite subject; dogs!

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  20. Kari TirrellJune 23, 2010 at 9:56 AM

    Thank you, Rebecca. I'm glad you like it!

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  21. Vern SchwarzJune 27, 2010 at 12:55 PM

    Congratulations Kari, this piece is so beautiful. You are a very deserving winner.

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  22. hmuxoJune 27, 2010 at 3:44 PM

    Congratulations! What beautiful paintings! I looked at them so many times. Each time I liked it more. You are so talented. I am looking forward to seeing more of your work in the future.

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  23. SUSAN RODENJune 30, 2010 at 6:35 PM

    Congratulations Kari! Wonderful work.

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  24. Kari TirrellJune 30, 2010 at 10:54 PM

    Thanks, Vern, Hilda & Susan!

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  25. Cindy EllisonJuly 3, 2010 at 3:12 PM

    Absolutely stunning ... such talent!

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  26. Kari TirrellJuly 3, 2010 at 6:08 PM

    Thank you, Cindy!

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