Paula O'Brien Artist & Artist Networker

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Welcome to my studio!
My studio work has taken a shift into a dramatic figurative direction in bold oil painting, figure studies and portraits.

Current exhibition 2013- Figures On The Coast Press Release -
Bronze Beauties & Nude Neighbors at GPAG

Life drawing in colored graphite and watercolor sticks is my foundation. Rich layers of color are built up quickly into vibrant energetic drawings. This is the engine that drives the whole creative neighborhood. Our whimsical colorful house and art garden in Gibsons, BC have also fallen victim to my decorative paint brush. Come, wander, get inspired.

Art textiles, wearable art garments rich in surface design, inspiring waterproof outerwear, felted wool coats, Fortuny pleated silk dresses, needlepoint paintings, machine embroidery...
Pavelka Design sewing patterns are still here but my good friend Jane is handling them now.

Artist networking My international figurative artist site showcases nearly 900 fine artists and fine craftsmen with a focus on the human form. A smaller regional site features artists from British Columbia's Sunshine Coast. Come and join us, come and wander.

Armchair travel, recipes for Dr. Paula's therapeutic biscotti, home made cosmetics, art adventures blog..

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