tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77267575019902809332024-02-07T02:12:34.472-08:00Linda Chalberg ArtSimplified shapes and enhanced colors are signature elements of Linda's watercolors. See more art at www.carriagehousegalleryofartists.comLinda Chalberghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14169955664056816573noreply@blogger.comBlogger33125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726757501990280933.post-65857065385105425112020-01-10T13:55:00.000-08:002020-01-10T13:55:09.668-08:00Oh my goodness! I can't believe it's been so long since I posted here. When I began on FB, I really neglected my Blog. Maybe for 2020 I will do better! I think I will begin by posting my Christmas card for 2019...."Fiesta Poppies". <br />
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I printed a few cards and sent some by email. The unexpected bonus for the emailed ones was that friends wrote back! Instant gratification! I loved that! So, I think I will continue to email Christmas cards even though I felt a little guilty about it. The sentiment remains the same: </div>
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Linda Chalberghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14169955664056816573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726757501990280933.post-70265614759293212102018-01-19T13:30:00.001-08:002018-01-19T13:30:40.291-08:00Merry Christmas 2017 Every year I try to paint a new watercolor to send to friends and family as a Christmas card. "Winter Garland" is this year's effort. It goes out to all my FB visitors with warm Christmas greetings. In the fall, the Texas Hill Country landscape is brightened by these colorful red, gold, purple, and yellow leafed vines climbing to treetops or cascading over stone walls. Virginia Creeper, identified by its five lobed leaves, provides food for wildlife and Nature’s own decoration, just in time for Christmas. I find it peaceful and comforting to see God’s Presence all around us and find it to be a reminder of the Joy of the Season.<br />
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Thank you for visiting my posts and thank you for your words of encouragement and support. Merry Christmas!!<br />
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Linda Chalberghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14169955664056816573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726757501990280933.post-27545204427435085562014-03-26T09:31:00.001-07:002014-03-26T09:31:54.244-07:00Back in Time in ItalyOn a painting trip a few years ago, we visited Cesi, very near the ancient Roman ruins of Carsulae. Climbing the steep path we saw the blue banners hanging from windows, a vegetable garden, the bell tower. It was like entering a small village as it has been for centuries. Women swept and watered plants while it seemed most of the men were gathered in the cafe at the top of the hill. I tentatively entered to the sounds of cheering for the Italian futbol/soccer team on the television. It was great to stand and watch a soccer game in the brief camaraderie of kindred spirits. But I did not linger long in the Italiano macho domain...instead, I joined the other artists outside on the patio overlooking the valley. But, ahhh. What a memory. <br />
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You don't have to travel to Italy to share the experience....this painting will make it's debut at the Carriage House Gallery, April 12, for the Parade of Artists!</div>
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Here's another wonderful Texas Native wildflower....the Indian Blankets....along with some Verbena. I love these bright flowers that can thrive in our Texas heat. Linda Chalberghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14169955664056816573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726757501990280933.post-47786582200553936292013-10-24T14:24:00.001-07:002013-10-24T14:24:15.322-07:00Seasons<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtqwKSrquWTFNRxVjIplSUc5Wc8mZP-3QRMWzhfRdj8je0rG4JVM8EJC2OLG9Wc3RCcVv7vkigp9KH-73BxVjgz06l2wlcxuvkdZgRiCd5vuPJYKHk5Qu4PGYtoMkAXB53ePZkHR_hU3nb/s1600/seasons-winter.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtqwKSrquWTFNRxVjIplSUc5Wc8mZP-3QRMWzhfRdj8je0rG4JVM8EJC2OLG9Wc3RCcVv7vkigp9KH-73BxVjgz06l2wlcxuvkdZgRiCd5vuPJYKHk5Qu4PGYtoMkAXB53ePZkHR_hU3nb/s320/seasons-winter.jpg" width="208" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0g2lX3Hf980Ndy2NPWnlizCVpRsX7M2MuAKvejmdAlnthOnKv-h5-3Nwd74-J2snVje3PdNXaAPm-fveMRN6sjb4LXWKmqS-kzQkvmv7uPlsobv9G-h11ts11Tus5qMaRWMXRY1lAa1vQ/s1600/Spring+Creek+low+res.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0g2lX3Hf980Ndy2NPWnlizCVpRsX7M2MuAKvejmdAlnthOnKv-h5-3Nwd74-J2snVje3PdNXaAPm-fveMRN6sjb4LXWKmqS-kzQkvmv7uPlsobv9G-h11ts11Tus5qMaRWMXRY1lAa1vQ/s320/Spring+Creek+low+res.jpg" width="219" /></a></div><br />
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Fall is my favorite time of year. After the searing heat of summer, it's such a refreshing change when those first north breezes arrive. And it's a bonus to see some new colors appear. However, without each cnage that comes, it would all be the same. I thought about this when sketching along a creek here in Kendall County. This series of "Seasons" is the result.<br />
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<b><i>Explore is</i></b> a wonderful magazine that covers music, culture, history, faith and art in the Texas Hill Country. It can be picked up for free at local restaurants and businesses and/or seen online at <a href="http://www.hillcountryexplore.com/">www.hillcountryexplore.com</a>. <br />
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Linda Chalberghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14169955664056816573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726757501990280933.post-70343557088411055532013-08-13T09:48:00.001-07:002013-08-13T09:48:59.019-07:00Although we are still suffering from Summer's heat, you will be reminded that Fall is just around the corner when you see "Cypress Colors".<br />
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This painting was inspired by a sketch done in Guadalupe River State Park. Did you know the the Bald Cypress trees change to beautiful shades of burnt sienna? I love how they contrasted with the cool, clear water flowing by. Ahhh! My favorite time of the year!</div>
Linda Chalberghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14169955664056816573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726757501990280933.post-84507425020762909102013-08-13T09:37:00.000-07:002013-08-13T09:37:43.872-07:00 Art ShowThe Third Annual Old Town Helotes Art Show will be held August 10-12. Please see<br />
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Linda Chalberghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14169955664056816573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726757501990280933.post-68832083992255147672013-04-09T15:17:00.000-07:002013-04-09T15:17:41.301-07:00Hi Everyone!<br />
It's already Spring in Texas with blue bonnets blooming and grasses turning green. Spring also means it's time for the Parade of Artists hosted by our Boerne Professional Artists organization. This year I will again exhibit at the Carriage House Gallery of Artists, 110 Rosewood, Boerne. Of course, I am there all the time as a co owner of the gallery! But April 12-14 will be a weekend full of non stop activity at the gallery beginning with Friday evening's reception catered by Scenic Loop Cafe! Go to www.boerneart.com to see a list of all the times and events. <br />
I have seven new paintings to introduce along with several others. Here are just a few of the newest of my watercolors:<br />
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"Hill Country Kaleidoscape"</div>
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Based on a sketch done roadside on Willow City Loop, the famous and very popular drive just north of Fredericksburg.</div>
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"Geraniums"</div>
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A group of artists traveled to Montana's Glacier National Park and while sitting on the porch overlooking the lake, I sketched these red geraniums...just had to have some flowers for the Spring show!</div>
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People tell me they used to go swimming here when growing up in Boerne. I only found it while on a field trip for Trail Guides working at the Cibolo Nature Center. A truly magical place......I was in awe, but managed to do some sketching. Yes, the water with the limestone floor is that beautiful color!</div>
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I was able to return to Italy last September for a workshop with Oregonian Ken O'Connell at La Romita. Had a picnic here then sketched the view. Be sure to like the gallery on FaceBook and come this weekend!</div>
Linda Chalberghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14169955664056816573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726757501990280933.post-68079566608529708252012-09-22T13:07:00.000-07:002012-09-22T13:07:06.028-07:00New Painting for the Texas Hill Country InvitationalBoerne's Texas Hill Country Invitational will be October 19-21 this year. It will be a full weekend of art events and art sale, for more information go to <a href="http://www.boerneprofessionalartists.com/">www.boerneprofessionalartists.com</a>.<br />
Here is a sneak peak at one of my newest paintings to be shown that weekend.<br />
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<br />Linda Chalberghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14169955664056816573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726757501990280933.post-13530767694847816702012-09-22T12:59:00.000-07:002012-09-22T12:59:54.033-07:00Spoleto!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Even though I'd been to Spoleto three times before, I had never entered the city by walking across this ancient Roman aqueduct...what a spectacular sight with the deep ravine below and the Umbrian hills stretching far into the distance. I did two sketches here. First, the aqueduct itself. Then, looking up the valley to a church nestled in the hills. Can't wait to do a painting of both of these scenes. Ken took a photo of my aqueduct sketch. :-) Those Romans! How did they build that?Linda Chalberghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14169955664056816573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726757501990280933.post-30961225321786713722012-09-22T12:53:00.000-07:002012-09-22T12:53:05.994-07:00Sketching in Italy....La Romita<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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After Bo left I joined a group for a two week art workshop at La Romita led by Ken O'Connell of Oregon. Several were from the Northwest and I was the only Texan. <a href="http://www.laromita.org/">www.laromita.org</a> Meeting Ken and all the other artists was interesting and inspirational.<br />
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Then the fun began: Every morning the breakfast bell rang at 7am then we had our gear ready for the bus at 8am. Raniero, our driver, took us to a new place in the hills of Umbria every day. Sometimes we'd be gone all day then we'd come back for dinner at La Romita, prepared by local women Franca and Egitzia. Some days were only half day excursions returning for lunch and an afternoon of studio work. All meals were anticipated with watering mouths as they were always delicious and varied.Linda Chalberghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14169955664056816573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726757501990280933.post-55126589700385980582012-09-22T12:33:00.000-07:002012-09-22T12:33:34.317-07:00Italy!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Just returned from a wonderful trip to Itlay! Bo and I spent 4 days in Rome, staying in an apartment that overlooked Campo di Fiori. We saw as much as we could and loved buying fresh vegetables and pasta in the morning and then preparing them for our dinner in the evening as the Campo came to life with music.<br />
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<br />Linda Chalberghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14169955664056816573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726757501990280933.post-9131175402843606142012-08-16T12:34:00.001-07:002012-08-16T12:34:04.509-07:00<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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During these hot summer days, there is no better place to cool off than in our own Cibolo Creek where it passes through the Cibolo Nature Center. A perfect depth for wading, skipping rocks, catching a leaf as it floats by or just cooling off your toes. Hope you get a chance to enjoy it!</td></tr>
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Linda Chalberghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14169955664056816573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726757501990280933.post-81378421641622240202012-08-16T12:30:00.001-07:002012-08-16T12:30:15.982-07:00Summer News<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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This summer has been SO HOT that it has fried my website. Not really, of course, but my website has disappeared and now I must start anew to create one. So, for the time being this blog will be my connection to those wanting to see some watercolors. "Hat Dance" posted here and seen earlier on digital billboards in San Antonio has been selected by the sponsors of the Old Town Helotes Fine Art Show for the cover of the show brochure. A nice surprise! Please come see the show August 18-19 at the Gardens at Old Town Helotes, Texas. "Hat Dance" will be there, as well as, some others.<br />
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Linda Chalberghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14169955664056816573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726757501990280933.post-14509463901045505932011-12-07T12:09:00.000-08:002011-12-07T12:13:17.005-08:00Exciting NEWS!Clear Channel of San Antonio decided to put a call out to area artists to submit images for consideration in their upcoming Digital Art Billboard Show! Out of 79 artists only 40 were selected. AND, guess what?! "Hat Dance" (see below) was picked for one of the images! Starting now, all 40 images will be seen on billboards around San Antonio til around December 18. Go to Clear Channel's FaceBook page to see the locations. My painting will be in the Blue Group. I am very excited that it will be seen by SO many people!!!Linda Chalberghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14169955664056816573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726757501990280933.post-70827218247231167712011-12-07T12:05:00.000-08:002011-12-07T12:08:58.675-08:00Merry Christmas!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHJycxKwiBfhP2qs-FNNr3asdr_U5mbN_FXOHcNJUNzbGFtSQGHD70hg19nTdj3cwRfzwU_zayWBNqRYsjvtX-p-CBkdKGla7JBZGy057Px5UiGmSc5Gtca41UMkHo5Us2Ypq_TyJ4FZr1/s1600/Boerne+Christmas.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 142px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHJycxKwiBfhP2qs-FNNr3asdr_U5mbN_FXOHcNJUNzbGFtSQGHD70hg19nTdj3cwRfzwU_zayWBNqRYsjvtX-p-CBkdKGla7JBZGy057Px5UiGmSc5Gtca41UMkHo5Us2Ypq_TyJ4FZr1/s200/Boerne+Christmas.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5683480433108274434" /></a><div style="text-align: center;"><i>"Boerne Christmas"</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><br /></i></div>Just want to wish a Merry Christmas to anyone who happens to wander onto my blog. This painting is my Christmas card this year....as it does for me, it will have special meaning for anyone who loves Boerne and the Texas Hill Country.<div><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:Arial;mso-default-font-family:Arial; mso-ascii-font-family:Arial;mso-latin-font-family:Arial;mso-greek-font-family: Arial;mso-cyrillic-font-family:Arial;mso-hebrew-font-family:Arial;mso-arabic-font-family: Arial;mso-latinext-font-family:Arial;language:EN;mso-ansi-language:EN">As autumn and winter bring refreshing, cold air to the Texas Hill Country, the Virginia Creeper bursts into bright reds, decorating the trees, fences, and stone walls just in time for Christmas. There might still be some small blue berries that haven’t been found by the birds and small mammals. Be on the lookout for Mother Nature’s garlands, even in your own back yard. Imagine how lovely it would be to have Boerne’s iconic gazebo festooned with this native plant….no batteries needed, for this “Boerne Christmas”.</span><o:p></o:p></p></div>Linda Chalberghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14169955664056816573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726757501990280933.post-57252036345786872522011-04-03T09:18:00.000-07:002011-04-03T09:21:38.931-07:00"Hat Dance"<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnBPZiC8_4m3tazJfX1cW3Da2O9yMSSlHzInbvZXZhDJrBLM1FqFRneu55i_tGeIfmGQCSebQvimoTp9ZjYJU_oxGa_ejvfmuXP-TzoU723nIcl2PUQy3T_SGZHLnnnmqFaqGBy2cWBA8I/s1600/Hat+Dance+QF+2011+lc+copy.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 180px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnBPZiC8_4m3tazJfX1cW3Da2O9yMSSlHzInbvZXZhDJrBLM1FqFRneu55i_tGeIfmGQCSebQvimoTp9ZjYJU_oxGa_ejvfmuXP-TzoU723nIcl2PUQy3T_SGZHLnnnmqFaqGBy2cWBA8I/s200/Hat+Dance+QF+2011+lc+copy.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5591393171627977842" /></a><br />Okay, this is so much fun, I think I'll add another! This is called "Hat Dance". As anyone who has seen these flowers waving in a Texas breeze can tell you, they often look like they're dancing on their slender stems. They are extremely tough natives and can withstand the heat and the dry of Texas summers.Linda Chalberghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14169955664056816573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726757501990280933.post-78480115468042696822011-04-03T09:09:00.000-07:002011-04-03T09:17:32.523-07:00"Maples...Found!"<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjP8zxF3bMJQxjMn-VX6OfTncvG3QQ1RWw59dohkPfMJ2uSvzaV4SYmbpMd4mA5uBpWCVMvH1VhZs99kYyN_uPlKpWgvtePjTPQwr1eL3yXG_bu1k9mKseWZW9fbq-tRGLMTDK9s7j4qw45/s1600/Found+Maple+QF+300dpi+2011.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 146px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjP8zxF3bMJQxjMn-VX6OfTncvG3QQ1RWw59dohkPfMJ2uSvzaV4SYmbpMd4mA5uBpWCVMvH1VhZs99kYyN_uPlKpWgvtePjTPQwr1eL3yXG_bu1k9mKseWZW9fbq-tRGLMTDK9s7j4qw45/s200/Found+Maple+QF+300dpi+2011.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5591391035435557586" /></a><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" >This is the art created for Art and Conservation 2011. I was especially excited to see a portion of it appear in the online emagazine, www.CityPagesMagazine.com.</span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" ><br /></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" ></span>The lottery draw assignment for Art and Conservation led me to <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="font-family:Arial">Fabra Acres, </span></b><span style="font-family:Arial"> a wonderfully complex property, full of plant diversity and varied terrain. There’s a little bit of a trek to one of its hidden secret places: down the bank, across the creek, past the Butterfly Meadow…going until you are stopped by a limestone bluff.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>But then, at just the right time of the year, there’s the reward: surprisingly blazing color amidst the tanned grasses and subdued gray green live oaks, with just a touch of creek water to quench the fire.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>Sit a while and smile at “Maples….Found!” Special thanks to the generous property owners for sharing this 'hidden treasure."</span><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span class="Apple-style-span" ><o:p></o:p></span></p></div></div>Linda Chalberghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14169955664056816573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726757501990280933.post-79168279831168316452011-04-03T09:03:00.000-07:002011-04-03T09:09:33.360-07:00Spring Parade of Artists!Finally, (hmmm, I see that I began the last post with that same word. Is there a pattern here?) I am adding another posting! But I'm excited about the upcoming Parade of Artists here in Boerne. You can go to www.boerneart.com to see all the dates/times/events that will be happening. I've been working on several new paintings that will be Revealed for the first time this week. Most will be at the Carriage House Gallery where I continue to show my work. Two will be at the Cibolo Nature Center (www.cibolo.org) as part of the Parade. <div><br /></div>Linda Chalberghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14169955664056816573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726757501990280933.post-16192159534721436662008-10-17T04:02:00.000-07:002008-10-17T04:12:01.921-07:00The Unveiling!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9BCp3yafX9n1bfM-PahiVa7LnLbxZAIlBaAoEHKfXRdzv38acdFmZGmm0RTHScuyekw2mFabpsYXjQ6FN_VdCkqI8VliH4DlKYlZBLglg12Ln_CUlQoLi-M-_wrWSOM67as7AIoE5ohiN/s1600-h/art+rhythms+4x6.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5258077755004146002" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9BCp3yafX9n1bfM-PahiVa7LnLbxZAIlBaAoEHKfXRdzv38acdFmZGmm0RTHScuyekw2mFabpsYXjQ6FN_VdCkqI8VliH4DlKYlZBLglg12Ln_CUlQoLi-M-_wrWSOM67as7AIoE5ohiN/s320/art+rhythms+4x6.jpg" border="0" /></a> Finally, the time arrived for everyone to see "Art Rhythms", the painting for the Cibolo Arts Council Fall Festival of Arts. And this weekend the festival is here. I've received lots of wonderful comments about the painting/poster. People love finding all the 'hidden' musical and art symbols and seem to find new ones with each viewing. It was a challenge but great fun to create this piece.<br /><br /><div></div>Linda Chalberghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14169955664056816573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726757501990280933.post-12726852091640642022008-08-23T10:06:00.001-07:002008-08-23T10:23:32.987-07:00The Reveal is Coming!<div align="justify"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWMVJcph-EYKaQtNr2LIFeO6EdWRhUge4ktzh8chFRwEWaUkhwayZjw9Sqb77d_OaDaGBfyMU2f_yVISADlmOt1dMFqyjJWQ4-KT80T3NR-Rev6apbpoJVZZ_VbdvDUkr4cuVRkVrs8zBC/s1600-h/postcard+for+the+reveal+jpeg.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5237762755773183474" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWMVJcph-EYKaQtNr2LIFeO6EdWRhUge4ktzh8chFRwEWaUkhwayZjw9Sqb77d_OaDaGBfyMU2f_yVISADlmOt1dMFqyjJWQ4-KT80T3NR-Rev6apbpoJVZZ_VbdvDUkr4cuVRkVrs8zBC/s320/postcard+for+the+reveal+jpeg.jpg" border="0" /></a><br />This is the teaser image for a postcard I mailed out inviting everyone to the unveiling of the 2008 Cibolo Arts Council Fall Festival of Arts and Music. At the conclusion of last year's show, the CAC commissioned a painting to be done for the next year's poster. It was a challenge to bring together all the elements of the festival: theater, music, paintings, sculpture, pottery, etc. But it was fun! </div><div align="justify">The Reveal will be at Boerne's Tin Roof Steak House on September 2nd from 5 to 7pm. During the reception signed posters can be purchased. After the unveiling, I will post the painting here on the blog. No peeking before!!!<br /></div><div></div>Linda Chalberghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14169955664056816573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726757501990280933.post-60057452954604758522008-04-11T07:29:00.000-07:002008-04-11T07:36:04.561-07:00Blog vs. WebsiteI hope everyone has enjoyed looking at and reading this blog. I am experimenting with a new website. For now, everyone will be directed to the blog when they type in <a href="http://www.lindachalberg.com/">www.LindaChalberg.com</a>.<br />The new website is at <a href="http://lindachalberg.mosaicglobe.com/">http://lindachalberg.mosaicglobe.com</a> . This is the more conventional type artist website with galleries of images. I still enjoy including my little 'stories' about my paintings. I'm not sure about having the advertising at the side, but I am thinking about that.<br />Some people might like to just look at the images instead of reading all those blog entries!<br /><br />Don't forget, our BIG Parade of Artists is coming up next weekend. Lots of FUN!Linda Chalberghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14169955664056816573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726757501990280933.post-40877476705528169552008-03-31T10:00:00.000-07:002008-12-11T13:15:49.285-08:00At the Bright Shawl......<div align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiH5CC6TEsKfWiI7_Fa6OhSNZF_by4rw1533ypBBU7BK3dvbrzeL2gpBerS8aZbryfxnx1Dy1cVeYAVvdm1btCxobUK7fT-jOxoIjIrWgwRIOdnBGe5upiFYH7a1AxkoYP7g6QcUmDSGTr/s1600-h/March+of+the+Poppies++low+res.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5183952201415614770" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiH5CC6TEsKfWiI7_Fa6OhSNZF_by4rw1533ypBBU7BK3dvbrzeL2gpBerS8aZbryfxnx1Dy1cVeYAVvdm1btCxobUK7fT-jOxoIjIrWgwRIOdnBGe5upiFYH7a1AxkoYP7g6QcUmDSGTr/s320/March+of+the+Poppies++low+res.jpg" border="0" /></a> "March of the Poppies"</div><div align="center"><br />Here's a sample of what you can see at the Bright Shawl Gallery.<br /><br /><br /></div>Linda Chalberghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14169955664056816573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726757501990280933.post-81513643262514910012008-03-28T13:30:00.000-07:002008-03-31T09:46:41.019-07:00April will be a very busy ART MONTH! On April 5<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">th</span> I will deliver eight paintings to The Bright Shawl at 218 Augusta in San Antonio. They will join the artwork of <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Lesta</span> Frank and Mary Johnson for a three person, two month long exhibit. They will hang until June 7<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">th</span>. (<a href="http://www.brightshawl.com/">http://www.brightshawl.com/</a>)<br /><br /><br /><br />Then, on April 12<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">th</span> the Carriage House Gallery of Artists at 110 Rosewood in <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Boerne</span> will host another Second Saturday Art and Wine Weekend Experience. The gallery will be open late until 8pm. Visitors can ride the free trolley <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">throughout</span> town, see the art galleries, and meet the artists. It's a fun evening. (<a href="http://www.visitboerne.org/">http://www.visitboerne.org/</a>)<br /><br /><br /><br />On April 18,19 and 20 the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Boerne</span> Area Artist Association will have its annual Parade of Artists. I will be displaying some new paintings at the Carriage House Gallery. (<a href="http://www.boerneart.com/">http://www.boerneart.com/</a> and <a href="http://www.thecarriagehousegallery.com/">www.thecarriagehousegallery.com</a>)<br />Lots of ACTIVITY!Linda Chalberghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14169955664056816573noreply@blogger.com0