Something For Lebanon

I just received the news this week that my home town, Lebanon, Oregon, has selected me for a commission for their brand new public library. I will be doing a 4'x6' painting for the fireplace wall. I was born in the building that for many years was the library and before that the Lebanon Community Hospital. It is gratifying to know that I will have a painting in this wonderful new community building. As a staff member of the Friends of Multnomah County Library in Portland, and having been born and raised in Lebanon, this is doubly rewarding.

An Invitation

It is my pleasure to invite you to an open house art sale Saturday June 27th from 11-9 and Sunday June 28th from 11-4 at my home and studio, 1705 SE 41st Ave, Portland Oregon. Party time for all from 6-9 on Saturday. Also showing work are Keaney Rathbun, who will have prints and sculpture, Mary Real, who will have paintings and prints, and Chi Meredith, who will have paintings and prints. I will have note cards, prints, and paintings. There will be something for every price and taste. I hope to see you, and please bring your friends.

New and Improved

This week I finally updated my website with new images. You can have a look at at www.angelitasurmon.com.

A Touch of Summer

It's been beautiful these past few days. We found time to get the vegetable garden in and a few flowers have been added to our yard. More to come. I have done some studio work, but the pull to be outside has been winning the battle most of the last few days. My daughter had an escape to Outdoor School for a day of teaching and I had a few photo ops on the drive back home.

New Acquaintences

Thanks to all of you who came to the Laurelhurst Artwalk last Saturday. I very much enjoyed the chance to meet new people and share some time getting to know you and sharing my work. Mark your calendars for the second annual 4 on 41st show at my studio, 1705 SE 41st Ave, June 27th and 28th. Details to follow.

Laurelhurst Artwalk

Next weekend I will be participating in the Laurelhurst Artwalk in Portland . The event takes place Saturday May 9 from 10 am to 5 pm.
I will have prints, paintings and note cards at the home of Ellen Nielson, 625 NE Laurelhurst Place. For more information on the event, visit the website at www.laurelhurstartwalk.com. I hope to see you there.

Spring Returns

Spring light is coming back to Portland. Time to prepare the garden for flowers and vegetables. Time to be outside.

Trillium Time

It's that glorious time of year when the forests are blanketed with snow white trillium. It's a great reason for a stroll in the woods.

Dusk in the Forest

This recently completed painting was inspired by a late afternoon walk on the Wildwood Trail in Portland. It's still one of my favorite places for relaxing and restoring my spirits.

Still Thinking of Opal Creek

Here is a recent painting inspired by Opal Creek. I can't seem to get the beautiful clear water and old growth trees out of my head. I hope to take another trek there soon, when it's warmer and drier.