Meet Artist Ann Nall

T-001 Decoupaged Daffs by Ann Nall  decoupage 16x20  $475

 Ann Nall

1212 Shell Ave, Pacific Grove, CA 93950

web: annnall.com

email: nall8900@comcast.net

Statement

I have been an avid watercolor artist for many years, capturing an animal's personality in detailed portraits. While I love it, and it will always have a place in my heart, a couple of years ago I felt the need to express myself more boldly, with an almost "devil may care' attitude.  This attitude has led me to experiment, first with acrylic paint, then mixed media collage and now to decoupaging glass. The detailed cutting of paper, bluing hundreds of pieces into place and having glue and paper waft all over the studio is joyful.  As I work on each piece, I combine the joy of childhood play with my learned knowledge of composition, balance and color.

O-001 Passing Storm by Ann Nall  acrylic 24x36 $600

 Biography

Ann started painting in 1985 to escape the pressure of work. Her first lesson was in the basement of a community center in Virginia, just outside Washington DC. Her teacher taught her how to hold a brush, mix colors, and put what she saw onto paper.  Watercolor landscapes and still life slowly evolved into a love of painting animals and finally hundreds of detailed, realistic pet portraits.

Next came acrylics, applying paint directly from the tube onto canvas.  Again, this was a challenge and she created some dramatic pieces of which she is proud.

In 2019 she saw someone decoupage an object and her energy, enthusiasm and interest sparked. Her first piece of used glass, combined with paper and glue and varnish turned that spark into a passion. Each new piece she creates stokes her creative energy, bringing joy and fulfillment.

O-002 Last Tuesday in P. G. by Ann Nall  acrulic 36x36 $600

She now uses decoupage regularly on glass and canvases. It is challenging and joyful.

Her work is currently on display at the Carmel Valley Art Association in Carmel Valley, California. She is also a Board Member of the organization.

Past Juried Shows and Awards Include:

Ironstone Winery, Murphys, CA (1st. Place winner of Themed Competition)

Pacific Grove Public Library, CA (one of 12 for their 105th anniversary, national competition)

San Luis Obispo Art Museum, CA (Art of Fine Craftsmanship)

Northern California Arts Association, Sacramento, CA (Award of Excellence)

Fusion Art Gallery, Palm Springs, CA (juried in 5 different competitions & honorable mention)

Pacific Art League, Palo Alto, CA (Awarded Honorable Mention)

Carmel CA (Carmel By the Sea Holiday Banner, one of 20 winners)

Museum of Fine Arts, Montgomery, AL (benefit auction)

WGBH Boston, MA (auctioned poster design)

Artists Group of Charlestown, Charlestown, MA (founding member)

Lapis Lazuli pendant Weekly Special

The semi precious stone, Lapis lazuli, is well known for its intense blue color.  In Ancient Egypt Lapis was celebrated as being The Wisdom Stone and can be seen in paintings and scrolls adorning the Pharaohs. 

"The Crystal Bible, A Definitive Guide to Crystals", by Judy Hall claims the following....

"Attributes Lapis Lazuli stimulates enlightenment and enhances dream work and psychic abilities. ... It possesses enormous serenity and is the key to spiritual attainment." She adds, "Lapis Lazuli is a powerful thought amplifier. It stimulates the higher faculties of the mind, ringing objectivity and clarity." 

Ironstone's Heritage Museum & Jewelry Shoppe makes no claims to the above. We are in love with this stone however and decided to make this our first of many Special Blog Sale pieces.  This one of a kind pendant is set in Sterling Silver with a stunning Afghanistan Lapis cabochon surrounded by inlayed lapis chips creating a beautiful contemporary design. With the wider bail, this piece may be set on a large chain or neck collar.  This piece is one of several designs custom made for Ironstone.  These pieces sell for $450.

As our Special from Thursday, January 14th through Sunday, January 17th, you may purchase this piece for $225.  Give us a call at 209-728-1251 extension #47.  This is a one of a kind piece, so there is only 1 available at this price.  You may also stop in to see the other pieces in this collection, mention you saw this blog post and we will honor a 30% discount on any pieces in this collection through Sunday, January 17th.

 

Scarce Agates just in!

 Ironstone's Heritage Museum has just received a nice little collection of scarce Puma Agates.  These little lovelies show a great range of color and patterns. They are being listed at $10 - $15 each.  They range in size from 3 cm - 5 cm.

If you are not familiar with Agates they are common rock formations primarily consisting of chalcedony and quartz. They are primarily formed within volcanic and metamorphic rocks.  The Puma agates of Argentina claim their discovery date in the late 1990's although agates in general date back to ancient Greece where they were used in jewelry and in the seal stones of Greek warriors. Our rock expert, Mr. Mike Hunerlach, has told us that Puma agates are becoming quite scarce pushing the prices up significantly.  

Here are a few photos of some of the little lovelies that now grace our shelves. If you see one that interests you, give us a call for more information. 

Call to Artists Deadlines nearing!

 Ironstone Spring Obsession Art Show art entry deadlines are fast approaching.  OPEN Division entries are due Sunday, January 31st. 2021.

Theme Division entries are due January 2nd. 2021 which is barely a week away!  You may download the forms from the pages above or enter online which saves so much time.  Just go to Ironstonevineyards.com  and click on Art Show.  If you have an issue with the entry fee portion of the form, just email Chris Gomez at cgomez@ironstonevineyards.  

There is a bit of a glitch in the programming of the web entry. Forms and images are coming through no problem, but the payment section seems to be off line.  You may mail in a check to Ironstone Spring Art Show Entry, 1894 Six Mile Road, Murphys, CA 95247, or call the Ironstone Vineyards office at 209-728-1251, let them know you entered the Art Show online and she can take your credit card over the phone.  Sorry for the inconvenience but it seems the website person is off for the holidays and won't be back till next year. One more fracture to chalk up to 2020.