"Love That Art!"

I've been busy working on some new paintings for the many shows coming up this year. "Lovie Dovie" is my latest painting inspired by the mourning doves huddling for warmth in the sunshine of my deck. The piece will be included in a new Artists' Gallery show opening soon. "Love that ART" is a group exhibit beginning February 11 through March 6, 2011. Opening reception on Saturday February 12, 4:00 to 7:00 pm—all are invited!

"Lovie Dovie" Mourning Doves, watercolor © Beatrice Bork

Up and running...

Happy New Year!

This year's schedule starts off with a group show at D & R Greenway in Princeton, NJ: "Beauty of Biodiversity: Birds, Bees and Butterflies" in which I have a few pieces. I've included a new piece shown here "Sweet Nectar." The show's topic is intrieging, and is accompanied by a series of lectures. Please see D & R's website for more info.

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Beauty of Biodiversity: Birds, Bees and Butterflies

January 10– March 25, 2011

Opening Reception: Friday, January 14, 2011, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

More than vibrant colors, melodious sounds, and sweet honey, birds, bees, and butterflies are ecological bellwethers of environmental health. Water quality, native biodiversity, and adequate spaces in which to flourish determine their well-being. Walk through gallery rooms surrounded by art of the “Forest,” the “Meadow,” and the “Grasslands” of New Jersey.

D & R Greenway
One Preservation Place
Princeton, NJ 08540
Phone: 609.924.4646.

"Sweet Nectar" Bumblebee, watercolor painting © Beatrice Bork

"Home for the Holidays"

This week has been busy getting some of the final preparations done for the weekend events. I helped hang the feature "Home for the Holidays" on Wednesday at Artists' Gallery. We have such a great group of artists and the show looks fantastic! The show opened Dec. 10, with a reception on Sat. Dec. 11, 2:00 to 5:00 pm. I have my works "Resilience," and two new small works; "White-breasted Nuthatch," and "Carolina Wren" in the feature exhibit, as well as "On Jordan Pond," "Steath," "Red Flyer," "Lover Boy" and "Romeo" and "Looking Back" in the foyer.

"Home for the Holidays"
Artists' Gallery
18 Bridge St.
Lambertville, NJ
www.lambertvillearts.com

I'll be at two events on December 11, I hope you can make one or both of them.

"White-breasted Nutchatch" (above) and "Carolina Wren" watercolors © Beatrice Bork

A Busy Day: December 11th

It's that time of year again, when I start to feel more and more like one of Santa's Elves.... in a good way! I love the energy in the air, painting, numbering and signing prints, and just the general good cheer in the atmosphere!

I'll be especially busy on Saturday, December 11th!

"Seasons Greenings"
10:00 am to 2:00 pm (One Day event)
Seasons Greenings is an art/craft show, I'll be bringing my calendars and some prints. They are also having their Winter Farmers Market at the same time so there will be lots to see and do!
D & R Greenway
Princeton, NJ

then I'll dash over to

"Home for the Holidays"
Opening Reception: 2:00 to 5:00 pm.
Meet the artists and have a sweet treat. (I hope to reach there by around 3:00 pm)
This show will run through Feb. 5th and will feature the talents of all 18 gallery artists.
Artists' Gallery
18 Bridge Street
Lambertville, NJ

I hope to see you at one or both of these events. Both will be a lot of fun!
Drop me a note if you have any questions.

"Baby It's Cold Outside" Cardinal, Watercolor © Beatrice Bork

Maybe a Siesta isn't a bad idea...

I had a lovely Thanksgiving, our family is pretty small but we always seem to have a good time. After all the cooking, eating, more eating, football, and washing dishes (that somehow seem to multiply on their own) the day was done. This year ended on a sad note, we got a call that one of my Uncle's passed away. This wasn't a shock for he had a long illness, but it stopped the "hectic-ness" of the day and made me think that we should really enjoy the present time. My uncle was a passionate motorcyclist, he was "cool" even though he was unconventional. His last trip on his motorcycle was to drive across the country, what an awesome thing to do.

I really appreciate being an artist. I enjoy living my passion, as did my Uncle. I guess I too have an unconventional life, but so far so good. I'm doing it my way—I do have my rational moments, of course. I will enjoy the busy season, but I will take that Siesta if I feel like it!

No time for a Siesta

The last couple of days have been extremely busy, we are indeed getting closer to the holidays!

Last Friday I drove (with my parents) to a great new gallery and artisan shop, Soul Made, that exhibits my paintings in Point Pleasant Beach, NJ. The owners spoke to us about having a Father/Daughter show in late spring of next year. My father works in metal and creates beautiful jewelry. I am very excited about this idea, because it will be the first time that we will be exhibiting our work together. The show will be a combination of my paintings along with his artistic jewelry.

On Saturday I spent a lovely day in Lambertville, NJ, gallery sitting at the Artists’ Gallery, which I am a member. It is a beautiful co-op partnership, with a total of 18 artists. The art varies from three-dimensional sculpture to paintings, abstract to reality, with all the artists being juried in. The Artists’ Gallery is also unique in that we change exhibits on a monthly basis. We’re all very excited about our next show "Home for the Holidays", the opening will be held on Sat. Dec. 11, 2-5 pm.

Then Sunday—and throughout the holidays—I will be painting, signing, numbering, shipping, and happily keeping very busy!

I wish you all a happy and safe Thanksgiving, maybe I'll squeeze in some time for a short "Siesta"

"Siesta" Red-river Hog, gouache © Beatrice Bork

Time Flies...

I thoroughly enjoyed the "Salon"— one day exhibit over the weekend. There were great people, good food, a terrific blend to make a really special evening. After months of painting and preparation the day came and went... and so did some artwork. Thanks to everyone who helped in making it a successful event!



"Resilience" — Bald Eagle, watercolor © Beatrice Bork