"Smell the Lilacs" by Ann McCann 12 X 12 Oil

Lilacs smell like spring in Michigan.  I really miss them here in Texas.  So I just have to look at the painting and imagine the wonderful purple perfume.

"Chamisa Fantasy" by Ann McCann 11 X 14 Oil

I continue to be fascinated by the golden chamisa bushes in Santa Fe.  So, I decided to abstract them and treat them as colorful flowers. Although they are dried golden bushes in December, I hope to actually see them in flower someday!

Ann McCann's 20% Off Sale Ends Friday, February 2, 2018

This is the last week of my show at the Baylor Health Sciences Library in Dallas. All paintings (not frames) are 20% off.  Contact me if you would like a personal tour of the exhibit!

SOLD- "Not So Docile Daylilies" by Ann McCann 20 X 20 Oil

My inspiration for this painting was some watercolor sketches I did at Cape Cod last summer.  I decided to paint it with bright yellows and oranges on a dark purple background.   A collector bought it soon after my posting last week. She made my day.  I'm thrilled that it is now on display at the Texas A&M College of Dentistry.

Gerbera Glow by Ann McCann 20 X 20 Oil

I did a small painting of these daisies that I had for the party after my October art show   I decided to go big with it. These complementary and clashy colors jump off the canvas!

Chamisa Shadows by Ann McCann 9 X 12 Oil

Here is another painting of the yellow chamisa in Santa Fe.  In this one I focused on the beautiful shadows they created in the bright sunshine. Then there are the ever present mountains in the background.

"Adobe Moon" by Ann McCann 9 X 12 Oil

We went to Santa Fe over the Christmas break and visited a park in the foothills.  I have always wanted to paint the moon as seen during the day, and this was my opportunity.  I also like the dried golden chamisa plants that are everywhere.  The adobe house in the background was a bonus.

Not So Docile Daylilies by Ann McCann 20 X 20 Oil

These daylilies were everywhere in Cape Cod last July.  They are the essence of summer, bright and cheerful.  I pumped up the background color quite a bit so it jumps off the wall.

Art Interview with Ann McCann at the Artists of Texas Website

Please read my interview at the Artists of Texas website: http://www.artistsoftexas.org/texas-art-blog/.  You will have to page down as my interview is not the first one, but is currently the second one (maybe the third by now). I did a little soul searching to answer the questions!

SOLD- "My Favorite Chair" by Ann McCann 9 X 12 Oil

This is a warm memory of a very hot day in Salado last spring.  We had some good times with good friends down by the river behind our lodging.  I'm glad it was purchased by a native Texas and neighbor! This painting is currently on display at my show at the Baylor Health Sciences Library in Dallas.

Nothing says Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays like Red Poppies! by Ann McCann

I hope everyone has a nice holiday with time for family and friends.

House Portrait by Ann McCann in Watercolor and Ink

I donated a house portrait to our neighborhood silent auction.  The couple who bought it have a lovely old bungalow.  Here is the portrait I created for them in watercolor and ink. The pink on the driveway has some sparkle in it!

Give a Painting for the Holidays by Ann McCann

Here is a happy customer who bought one of my hibiscus paintings.  She wore a matching shirt for the photograph.  Paintings make a wonderful gift. See my work at annmccann.net or email me at alouisemccann@gmail.com.

Give the Gift of Travel by Ann McCann

The above images are (left to right) Salado TX, Big Bend TX, Monet's Garden in Provence, and city park in Seville, Spain.  I have many other travel paintings.  Click on the images above and then look at all the options at my website. You can travel without leaving your home!