Empty House Studio

Empty house studio is a recording studio that has graciously opened its walls to visual artists. I am very blessed to be apart of such a great network of artists.


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Orange

Hey friends! Sorry I've been neglecting you! *sad face* but here is a newish painting. I love colorful shadows! This painting was about the form of the shadows vs the emptiness of the bright light. Have fun lookin'!

Audrey
11x14
Watercolor on paper

Introducing my cat, Pinto!

Hey everyone! I just finished this painting... My brain hurts... This is the fastest turn around from drawing to painting I have ever done, less then two days! I used all my colors on this one, as you can see. For the last year I haven't really liked working in watercolor but this painting has got me loving it again. I went for a very direct approach, bright concentrated colors instead of thin washes. It was very fast and a heck of a lot of fun!

Pinto
11x14
Watercolor on paper 

Ace

Writing about my paintings is hard! I can't really think of anything to say about this piece except that I had fun painting it and it turned out better then I thought it would.... Oh and dogs are fun to paint.... They have great eyes.... And stuff.... Enjoy!

Ace
16x20
Watercolor on paper

Another self portrait.

This portrait came about because of an oil painting class I was suffering through. I suck at oil painting but I thought the assignment of a self portrait with a strong light source would make a good watercolor. I really like how this turned out. The strong light source made for very interesting shadows, and isn't that what watercolor is all about? (the shadows, that is)

16x20
Watercolor on paper 

Magenta

Its no secret, I love the color pink. It makes my eyes sing (metaphorically of course) I have more pinks on my palette then any other color. This painting is the perfect example of my absolute love for cool magentas and warm pinks.

Magenta
15x20
Watercolor on paper 

Guess what?! It's watercolor!

I realize my blog is titled 'watercolors by Audrey Montoya' and I haven't been posting any watercolors... So here is a watercolor portrait... I can't think of anything artsy to say about it...

14x18
Watercolor on paper 

(insert clever title here)

Hey everyone! I'm Back!!! And guess what? I should be able to post more and why is this? I have too much time on my hands! Stupendous! (or you might get sick of me....) Oh well when it rains it... something or other. You know anyway, here are some new paintings

                                                         

10:35
11x14
Colored pencil on paper 

                                                         

9x12
Watercolor and colored pencil on paper

                                                   

Falling out of love

So I know it seems really self involved to be constantly painting self portraits but what can I say? I am. Just kidding (am I?) No I'm kidding. But the reason why I (and so many artists) have so many self portraits is simple. I don't have to pay myself, and I probably wont sew myself for using the images. (probably) You know I published this last year and now that I'm looking at it, it sucks. Both of them. YIKES. Oh well I will do better next time.

16x20
Watercolor on paper

18x24
Watercolor on paper 

Look out, Zombies!

Orange
15x20
Watercolor on paper

I love the orange in the back ground. Its my husband. He looks like a zombie.

Mona Lisa

Mona Lisa
15x20
Watercolor on paper

This painting sold the first day of the show! I'm not surprised it was one of my favorite paintings. Its very 'Mona Lisa' esque dont you think? Thanks to Rachel for letting me use your photo!

My favorite painting.

Blue
15x20
Watercolor on paper

I really loved this painting, I'm a little sad it sold but im glad someone is enjoying it!

Rainbows and butterflies.

12x16
Watercolor on paper

This is the cutest baby ever! Her daddy asked me to do a commission, and I don't blame him look how cute she is! I really had fun with this one, the colors are so bright and delicate especially on her hair and skin.

The 'big' show.

I know this is a really low quality pic, but I was super excited to post it. The paintings are now up for the gallery showing. Now I've just got to wait a week for the opening. I already sold a painting too! I think it will be a good show. Oh, this is only part of the show. There are 8 pieces in all. Hope to see you at the opening.

Gallery J.Wayne, Albuquerque Old Town

May 7th (First Friday ARTScrawl) 5:00-8:30pm

413-C Romero St. Nw

Albuquerque, NM 87104

www.jwayneart.com 505-903-3656

facebook.com/audrey.montoya1

It is what it is.

9x12
Watercolor on paper

blah blah blah.... It's a painting of a girl. Not too complicated.

Depth

11x14
Watercolor on paper

I loved the strong light contrast cast around his eyes. I just got a new color and was really excited to use it, the magenta (the new color I was talking about) really brought out a great contrast in the face. This is one of the paintings that will be featured at Gallery J.Wayne for the month of May (see oldest post for details). The opening is May 7th, and I hope to see you there. ;-)

Huh? What? A painting of confusion.

9x12
Watercolor on paper

This is my newest painting. There is still a few things that I'm going to work on, but for the most part its finished. I really loved the colors in the face and the scarf. It took me about 8 hours at work.

Show.

Gallery J. Wayne will be featuring the Watercolor works of Audrey Montoya. The opening reception will be held May 7th between 5:00-8:30 pm. Come see these vibrant and exciting pieces of art by a local Albuquerque artist. Refreshments will be served, and the artist will be present. Show will run through May 31st

Date:	Friday, May 7, 2010
Time:	5:00pm - 8:30pm
Location:	Gallery J. Wayne Albuquerque Old Town
Street:	413-C Romero St. NW
City/Town:	Albuquerque, NM