"Water Irises" by Ann McCann 5 X 7 Oil

This is another plein air painting from my wild flower tour, April 2016, in South Texas.  

White Rose of Sharon by Ann McCann 9 X 12 Oil at North Haven Gardens

This is a painting of a large Rose of Sharon bush against a red brick building.  Painting white flowers is always a challenge, because they are not really stark white but many colors.  I am pleased with the outcome of using various blues and purples. This is currently in my show at the North Haven Gardens from May 20-July 10, 2016.

Coming Storm by Ann McCann 8 X 8 Oil at North Haven Gardens

This painting is also being exhibited at the North Haven Gardens from May 20 to July 10, 2016. I had a hard time taking this off my office wall for the show.  I enjoy looking at it and never get tired of it. 

Tropical Red, White and Blue by Ann McCann 12 X 16 Oil at North Haven Gardens

This is one of the paintings from my exhibit at the North Haven Gardens from May 20-July 10, 2016. It is in a gold wood frame and it really glows!

Ann McCann at North Haven Gardens May 20 - July 10, 2016

Grande Red Rose and Grande Pink Rose, both 20 X 20", on gallery wrap canvases.  These are painted on the sides and do not require framing (though they can be). They would look wonderful hung together in someone's home.

My exhibit is "Flower Memories," a collection of 14 oil paintings of flowers and landscapes (usually with flowers too!).  There are new paintings in the show, like the large pink rose above.  I will attend the reception at North Haven Gardens on June 10 from 5-7 pm.  I hope to see you there!  They have a lovely new art gallery and cafe.

Hibiscus Afternoon by Ann McCann 8 X 8 Oil

This is the 3rd painting of mine that was juried into the Spring 2016 Dutch Art Gallery Show, opening May 14, 2016.  The cool light from the window reflects onto the table and flowers. I was exploring the use of my transparent orange then and loving the effects of opaque against transparent color.

Iris Ladders by Ann McCann 12 X 12 Oil

This is another one of my 3 paintings that was juried into the 2016 Spring Show at the Dutch Art Gallery in Dallas, starting on May 14, 2016. I am in a "Van Gogh" state of mind this spring with painting irises!

"Pear Cotton Candy" by Ann McCann 16 X 20 Oil Accepted for the 2016 Spring Dutch Art Gallery Show

My Pear Cotton Candy got accepted into the Spring 2016 Dutch Art Gallery Show.  The opening is May 20, though I cannot attend. Two other paintings were also accepted into this juried show.

Ann McCann's Paintings at the Dallas Lakewood Library Art Show, May 3- May 31, 2016

There are over 60 paintings in this show. I have two paintings in the exhibit, and one is brand new. Both are scenes from my neighborhood in Old East Dallas.  Come out and vote for me for the Peoples' Choice Award!

SOLD- Bougainvillea by Ann McCann 20 X 20 Oil

This was one of the larger paintings at my show. It was popular. I could have sold it more than once! Although this scene is from Sanibel Island in Florida, it reminded my friend of spending time in Mexico.  Good memories I assume......

SOLD- Cape Cod Marsh Road by Ann McCann 8 X 8 Oil

A long time friend of mine saw this at my show, and said he had to have it.  I was very flattered, since he usually likes much tighter paintings. I am glad that it is going to a good home.  

Irises in the Hood by Ann McCann 20 X 20 Oil

This is a house in my neighborhood from the early 1900s.  My focus in this painting was the beautiful purple irises, but I also captured a glimpse of the house at the top of the hill.  This is a great neighborhood, the Belmont Addition in Dallas.

Bluebonnet Hill by Ann McCann 9 X 12 Oil

Here is my first painting from the trip to the Texas Hill country.  For those of you have gone on the Willow City Loop in the past month, you will recognize this spot!  It is gorgeous and one of the few places that is not fenced.  Disney could not have done a better job here! I will be painting more from this location.