Sunday, November 02, 2008

Fall Giveaway

Well, I've decided it is fall giveaway time. I was just thinking that it has been what seems like forever since I've hosted a giveaway. I've enjoyed my others so much and it is a great way to thank all of you, my readers, for coming back time and again.

I'll be giving away this dragonfly duck egg with acrylic stand that you see above. I was bitten by the bug to paint it because I really enjoyed painting the large Ostrich egg last year, that you see this one pictured with above. That one also has a dragonfly and leaf theme.

In these photos you can see the side views of the leaves and vines and all the gems that have been added for extra sparkle as well.


The back is signed and dated by me...... You can also tell from this photo that the background is a rich, marbled gold, silver and burnt sienna color.

I couldn't resist getting out some of my other egg pieces that I've painted so that I could photograph them in different groupings. I don't really need much of an excuse to get the camera out and have a little fun.


I will have Chris pick a name out of our kitchen mixing bowl (things remain primitive around here, what can I tell ya) on Tues November 11th. This will give everyone a good amount of time to sign up for the drawing if you are interested. All you have to do to have a chance to win is sign this post, letting me know you would like to be entered into the giveaway. It doesn't matter where you live, how far away you are....feel free to sign up for this, everyone is eligible.

I fell like it has also been a long time since I showed a painting in progress so I'm going to be doing that soon as well. I've started a new faux window which I'm really excited about and I've been taking pictures of it as I paint along, at different stages of completion. I'll be showing some of that painting in upcoming posts.

21 comments:

Mistress Meeyee said...

Very pretty eggs! Fancy and elegant!! Please count me in!

Anonymous said...

You are so talented! Beautiful eggs!

Charm and Grace said...

What richness in the colors of that gorgeous egg. I am a sucker for the warm siennas, golds, browns of autumn! Lovely work as always.

Blessings,
Christi

Archie and Melissa said...

hi ruth!
oh how exciting! please sign me up!
your work is so amazing! i cannot wait to see your new piece you are working on.
xo
melissa

Brenda said...

Thanks for visiting my blog.Your work is beautiful.Please enter me in your drawing.
Brenda:)

NeereAnDear said...

That is beautiful Ruth... the colors trul do give a sense and feel of fall...

Do sign me up

HUGS

JO

Suzanne said...

Hi Ruth~ I'd love to be entered for a chance to win one of your beautiful creations. Thanks for hosting a giveaway! Can't wait to see your new painting too!

The Painted Garden said...

Hi Ruth,

Please count me in - your eggs are beautiful - I don't know how you can paint so much detail on such a small egg- the marble effect is amazing and you are an amazing artist. Can't wait to see the window your are painting.
Erin

Donna said...

The egg is beautiful, Ruth! Please count me in.

All of the eggs are beautiful! You do fabulous work. Can't wait to see the new painting.

Hugs,
Donna

Anonymous said...

This is beautiful, Ruth! I'd love a chance to win this. Can't wait to see pics of your newest work in progress!
xo,
Lynda

Penny from Enjoying The Simple Things said...

They are all so beautiful, but the one you are giving away is my absolute favorite! I would be honored to have one of your pieces of art in my home. Please enter me in your wonderful giveaway!
P

Celestina Marie said...

Hi Ruth, Love the egg. Just gorgeous. Please count me in your giveaway. I imagine you are very busy. I can so relate. Tis the season!!
Have a great evening and see you again soon.
hugs, Celestina
la rea rose

Gail McCormack said...

Hi Ruth
So very beautiful!

Catherine Holman said...

Ruth,
How exciting! I would love to own one of your beautiful pieces of art and this egg and lovely. Please sign me up.
Hugs,
Cathie

Anonymous said...

Hi Ruth, Your work is sooooo beautiful. I have sad news, please visit me when you can. xoxo

Mosaic*Queen said...

Hi Ruth!
I'm so glad I found a moment to stop by. Sign me up! I'm cooking dinner and checking in on blogs at the same time! :-)

Hugs to you!

Michelle

Gail McCormack said...

Hi Ruth
Your hand painted egg is beautiful, so very elegant! A lovely generous giveaway

La Donna Welter said...

Oh My Gosh! It has been too long since I stopped by! Love your new blog, your paintings, and congrats on being featured in "Hot Cottage Collectibles For Vintage Style Homes."
La Donna Welter

Marilyn said...

Beautiful, as always Ruth! Sign me up for the giveaway!!

windycindy said...

What a gorgeously painted egg! It is very delicate and nature-inspired looking. I would display it on a table that is in our front entryway!
Please enter me in your delightful drawing. Many thanks.....Cindi
jchoppes[at]hotmail[dot]com

Arien said...

Fantastic work. Congratulation!