Painted moments.

CHANCE ENCOUNTER-tropical painting

2010-03-13T14:20:00.000Z

This painting was actually a freehand commission on a tropical theme.I used a lot of palette knife work and impasto technique and had lots of fun painting this peace.

''Chance encounter'',acrylic on canvas,36 x48''

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SPRING BIRCH GROVE

2010-03-06T22:46:00.000Z

With spring in the air I want to share with you this painting I have done awhile ago.It is a large peace inspired by lovely birch trees in one of Toronto parks.

''Spring birch grove'',acrylic on canvas,36x48''

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PORTRAIT OF A BOXER

2010-03-04T22:11:00.000Z

Often I am asked to paint animals-usually dogs or cats,sometimes horses,or even gold fish.
This is a commissioned painting of a boxer,faithfull companion of a lovely person.

''Portrait of a friend'',acrylic on canvas,24x30''

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VISIT A MEADOW OF HAPPINESS

2010-03-02T19:46:00.000Z

When it is windy and rainy and cold outside why not visit a meadow of happiness in your mind -close your eyes,relax and enjoy the colors,sound and fragrances of your imagination.Spend a few moments of reflection and carry this feeling for the rest of your day.

"Meadow of happiness",acrylic on canvas,30x36''

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HOT RED

2010-02-26T16:03:00.002Z

Still life today with sweet red peppers and tomato.One of many still life studies,that I am doing on wood panels.

''Hot red'',acrylic on wood panel,6x6''

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PATH OF COURAGE

2010-02-25T12:55:00.001Z

Everyday of our lives we are walking the path-choosing our steps,making decisions and choices.

It takes courage to be ourselves,to allow our true colors to shine through.

Be your true Self on whatever path you are on.

''Path of Courage'',acrylic on canvas,39x39''.100x100cm

1 500US$

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ORCHIDS FOR MADEIRA

2010-02-23T21:39:00.003Z

When Madeira is recovering from the floods ,I would like to post this painting of orchids to remember the victims of this natural disaster.

''Orchids for Madeira'',acrylic on canvas,70x30cm

MORE CALLA LILIES

2010-02-19T10:10:00.002Z

Today another still life with calla lilies for you.

''Calla lilies #2'',acrylic on canvas,70x50cm

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CALLA LILIES

2010-02-17T21:53:00.003Z

Pouring rain in Madeira ,but calla lilies are blossoming despite the weather.

acrylic on canvas,70x50cm

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PORTRAIT AS A GIFT

2010-02-11T10:44:00.000Z

Doing portraits,especially of children ,can be gratifying and challenging experience.I t is even harder when a painting is a surprise gift for a special occasion,since this has to be done from a photo.
However,when it works,everyone is happy,and a portrait becomes a part of family history.

'' Brother and sister'',acrylic on canvas,25x28''

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I MISS ASPEN

2010-02-09T21:44:00.000Z

It has been a couple of years since I have been skiing in Aspen-for me,February has been the best month for skiing.This is a painting done from a sketch at The Little Nell Hotel in Aspen-the best apres~ski.

''At ''The Little Nell'',acrylic on canvas,36x48''

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THINKING ABOUT THINKING

2010-02-01T21:53:00.000Z

After a few days of traveling I am in a process of setting up a temporary studio in a nearby apartment,while my real studio to be is undergoing renovations.
Ahead a few days of organizing and rethinking -while organizing is not one of my strongest points,I always love thinking process,even thinking about thinking is fun.
As Oscar Wilde said in ''The Ideal Husband''-''but I love thinking about nothing-this is the only thing I know anything about.''
And you-what do you like yo think about?

''Thinking about thinking'',acrylic on canvas,30x24''

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WHAT DO YOU LIKE TO READ?

2010-01-27T14:19:00.001Z

I always liked to read books and everywhere I go,I would be buying a lot of books .
Now,when the luggage allowance is very limited,it is much harder to choose just one or two books to take with me from Toronto to Madeira.
So,if you had to take only one book -what would it be?

''Her favorite reading'',acrylic on canvas,25x19''
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HOW TO DISCOVER A MEANING OF LIFE

2010-01-21T21:34:00.000Z

In a neverending quest to discover a meaning of Life we often have deep conversations,asking questions and searching for answers.
But sometimes perhaps it is enough just to enjoy a moment of our day and to discover a simple pleasure of just being alive-here and NOW.

''Evening in Positano'',acrylic on canvas,48x40''

IS WONDERING A GOOD THING?

2010-01-20T16:04:00.000Z

Sometimes I wonder what direction this blog should follow-to show only small paintings,or different projects ,or a combination of all kind of paintings etc.
So,if you have any opinion or suggestions,I would love to hear from you.
Thank you in advance.

''Wandering'',acrylic on canvas,7,5x5,5''

HOW DO YOU FIND A SOLUTION?

2010-01-18T15:24:00.000Z

When you are faced with some problem,minor or major,-how do you normally find a solution to it?
One of my favorite ways is to talk to some of great philosophers of the past-Plato,for example.
This way you can emotionally detached yourself from a situation and find the best possible outcome for everyone involved.
This painting was inspired by reading Plato and imagining his academy in Athens.

''Athens of Plato'',acrylic on canvas,36x48''

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE GAME?

2010-01-15T15:30:00.000Z

Everybody has been involved in playing games-soccer,,tennis,pool,cardss or just a game of Life-
So,what is your favorite game?

''Winning Game'',acrylic on canvas,39x38''

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MARTINI HOUR

2010-01-14T20:24:00.000Z

For some reason,martini seems to be ''a manly drink''-I have not seen to many women ordering martinis,but again,I might be wrong.
What do you think?

''Martini hour'',acrylic on canvas,29x35''

GARDEN OF MY MIND

2010-01-13T08:33:00.000Z

With all these weather conditions-winds and rain-I try focusing on something beautiful and positive and thinking uplifting thoughts,walking in imaginary garden.

Garden of my mind,acrylic on canvas,36x39''

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PLAYING FIELD-ABSTRACT PAINTING

2010-01-09T14:27:00.000Z

After a few days of traveling and spending a couple of days in London airport hotels,unexpectedly I found myself in Bermuda instead of Toronto.So ,for a few days it is going to be rather difficult for me to paint,but I will be posting photos of older paintings until I start painting again.

,,Playing Field,, acrylic on canvas,30x36 inches

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AT THE "FLORIAN"-the most famous bar in Venice

2010-01-02T21:05:00.000Z

This painting was done from one of the sketches I have done at the "Florian'" in Venice.In the back,there is

a small bar with just four stooles and a couple of tables-a favorite place for locals to have a shot of espresso or "Tintoretto"-Prosecco with freshly squeezed pomergranate juce.

"Another secret",acrylic on canvas,60x40cm

HAPPY NEW YEAR!-get on the train of your dreams

2010-01-01T11:46:00.000Z

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Get on the train of your dreams this year and have them realised!Enjoy this magical journey of Life!

Be kind to all you meet on this journey and do not forget to be kind to youself.

Leave all worries and doubts behind and meet new challenges with an open mind and heart.

May 2010 be a great year for you and your loved ones!

"Polar express",acrylic on canvas,19x21"

GETTING READY TO CELEBRATE

2009-12-30T20:48:00.000Z

Tomorrow is a last day of 2009- a time to reflect on a year that passed and get ready to celebrate a beginning of a new year.
May your celebration of the New Year be joyfull and abundant!

`Celebration`,acrylic on canvas,20x26``

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BEFORE A PARTY-a painting of a woman getting ready to go out

2009-12-27T16:00:00.000Z

This painting was done few years ago,as a part of series "A woman in Art".
It was painted from a couple of sketches and a photo,the model in this painting-Nancy,a friend from Aspen,Colorado.She is a very good skier and can race any guy.

"Before a party",acrylic on canvas,30x24"

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE MAGAZINE?-a painting of a woman reading

2009-12-26T13:52:00.000Z

During this holiday season,I hope you can find some peaceful time just for youself-to do almost nothing,or to read a book or a magazine.What is your favorite magazine?

"Reading a magazine",acrylic on canvas,24x20"

BON SOIR-SEASON GREETINGS

2009-12-23T12:43:00.000Z

Most of you wil be attending parties and getting together with friends and family.In whatever corner of this planet you are now,I wish you all the best!
Have a great time every day and every moment!Celebrate your uniqueness and be the best you can.
HAPPY HOLIDAY!

"Bon soir",acrylic on canvas,100x70cm

DO YOU CELEBRATE WINTER SOLSTICE?

2009-12-21T16:25:00.000Z

Today is the shortest day of the year-Winter Solstice-a good day to reflect once more on meaning of being alive.Have a wonderful day!

acrylic on canvas,20x24"

WHERE YOU ARE GOING?

2009-12-20T22:44:00.000Z

During the holiday season everyone seems to be going somewhere-shopping ,parties,vernisages etc.
Where are you going today?

acrylic on canvas,100x40cm

ATLANTIC CHALLENGE-BERMUDA-a painting for Victoria Place

2009-12-19T15:26:00.000Z

This painting was created for a lobby of Victoria Place in Bermuda.The theme of the painting is 400 anniversary of Bermuda and Atlantic Tall ships challenge in 2009.Victoria Place is a patron of "Spirit of Bermuda"-the bermudian sloope that was participating in this race.

"Atlantic Challenge-Bermuda",2009,acrylic on canvas,48x60"

SOUND OF SILENCE- A tropical semi-abstract painting.

2009-12-18T15:43:00.000Z

Do you listen to silence sometimes? And if you do, how does it make you feel?

Sound of silence,

Acrylic on canvas,

30x24"

BIRTH OF VENUS-A CAR PAINTING

2009-12-16T22:53:00.000Z

Modern Venus is getting out of Ferrari instead of a seafoam-another interpretation of mythology.
This painting is from "Men,Myths and automobiles" series.

"Birth of Venus",acrylic on canvas,30x36"

CROSSING THE DESERT OF HOPE:SEMI-ABSTRACT TEXTURE PAINTING

2009-12-15T22:18:00.000Z

Sometimes ideas for paintings come seemingly from nowhere,without planning or preparation,and often as a surprise to me.This is an example of paintings like that ,done on a spurr of the moment.

"Crossing the desert of Hope",36x30"

acrylic on canvas

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RETURN OF ODYSSEUS-A PAINTING OF GT4

2009-12-13T21:53:00.000Z

A painting from "Men,Myths and Automobiles"-series of paintings,interpreting classical mythology,using a car as a metaphor.
What if a modern Odysseus returns in a classic red GT4 Ferrari?

"Return of Odysseus",acrylic on canvas 65x46"

TWILIGHT MOMENT/PAINTING OF A BAR SCENE

2009-12-11T22:44:00.000Z

Do you feel sometimes being watched by a stranger,observed without an invitation,being caught in a moment unexpected,or perhaps,pleasanly surprised...Life in The Twilight is always full of surprises,discoveries and shadows of ourselves.
This painting captures one of those moments.

Twilight moment,acrylic on canvas,30x40"

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TIME TO TANGO AND GET INTO A FESTIVE MOOD-A PAINTING FROM DANCE SERIES

2009-12-10T23:46:00.000Z

It is never to early to get into a festive mood-get dressed up and practice your dance moves,get into joyful spirit of Holiday season.
Eventhough this painting of tango from Dance series was painted while ago,I thought it would be appropriate reminder that is almost "time to be jolly". Of course,tango is not a very "jolly" dance,but I did not have any paintings of polka .Alas!

Time toTango acrylic on canvas,30x40"

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FREEDOM OF SPRIRIT

2009-12-08T21:35:00.000Z

Let your true spirit show and shine in everyday situations and you will always find right solutions to every problem.

Freedom of Spirit,acrylic on canvas,39x39"

1,800US$

WHO ARE THE MEN"S BEST FRIENDS?

2009-12-07T20:11:00.000Z

This is a commissioned painting that I have done awhile ago .It is always fascinating to see the connection between dogs and their owners.

By the lake,acrylic on canvas,30x36"

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WHAT IS GOING ON?

2009-12-05T22:29:00.000Z

How can you tell the story? By observing the scene,looking at the expressions on people's faces,listening to the fragments of conversation or just simply making it up?
Everyone will have their own version .
Here is mine.

Cafe Della Pace,Rome,acrylic on canvas,30x36"

available from http://www.soniavonwalter.com/

DO YOU LIKE TO TRAVEL?

2009-12-04T14:31:00.000Z

Do you like to travel to different places on this planet? Do you like to travel in your imagination and your dreams? Be it real or imaginary-what you experience and feel -is always your own-you discovery.

Discovery Voyage,acrylic on canvas,39x39"

FOLLOWED BY RAIN

2009-12-03T16:04:00.001Z

It rains sometimes even in a paradise-and there is no escape from oneself.
So,lets face the weathers of Life and embrace it-every weather is good for something.

Followed by rain,acrylic on canvas,40x30"

HOW CAN YOU ACHIVE A TRANQULITY OF A MIND?

2009-12-02T21:52:00.000Z

Sometimes thoughts keep rushing through your mind faster than a mountain stream-what can you do about it?
Take a deep breath and become a quiet observer of your thoughts-just watch from above,unattached and non-judgemental,watch your thoughts passing by, like clouds in the sky ,and see yourself becoming calmer with each breath....
Life is beautiful!

INDIGO SUN

2009-12-01T13:56:00.001Z

Imagine a planet with an Indigo Sun ,wher traqulity and spirituality reigns over material concerns .feel you heart opens to the Beauty of The Universe and rejoyce in just being at peace with youself.

Indigo Sun,acrylic on canvas,24x12|

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DO YOU LIKE JAZZ ON SUNDAY?

2009-11-29T17:05:00.001Z

A lot of places in big cites like Toronto have life jazz afternoon sessions.I don't know much about jazz,but for some reason I always liked sounds of saxophon .How about you?

Secret tune,acrylic on canvas.39x39"

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MADEIRA MOMENT

2009-11-28T23:41:00.000Z

Back in Madeira it is windy and sometimes rainy,so a moment of reflection is always a right thing to do .]

Madeira moment,acrylic on canvas,70x40cm

WHEREI IS THE TURKEY?

2009-11-26T16:20:00.000Z

It is an american Thanksgiving today,so I thought it is appropriate to display a still life-even without a turkey.
After all,it is supposed to be a celebration of the Nature gifts,is it not?

Still life without a turkey,acrylic on canvas,15x38"

750US$

DO YOU OFTEN TAKE THE STAIRS?

2009-11-25T15:38:00.000Z

How often do you take the stairs instead of the elevator ?
In many places in Europe you even don't have a choice-but is not it a good workout?

Visiting gallery,acrylic on canvas24x20

WHAT DO MEN LIKE TO TALK ABOUT?

2009-11-24T19:21:00.000Z

When getting together for a glass of wine or martini,what do men really like to talk about?

Someone told me today there are only two things -sex and sports.

Surely ,it must be more-what do you think?

Manly conversation,acrylic on canvas,30x40

1500US$

WHAT COLOR IS YOUR LIPSTICK?

2009-11-23T15:29:00.001Z

You can observe many interersting characters in Parisian cafes,like this one ,applying lipstick at the cafe,seemed to be stepping out from the 1930th.

A touch of lipstick,acrylic on canvas,24x20"

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SPEAKING OF PARIS

2009-11-20T14:40:00.000Z

Speaking of Paris-sometimes walking around it gets tiring and one needs to take a short break.Luxemburg Garden is one of my favorite places in Paris to regroup,observe people and get some new ideas and inspiration.

Magnolia in the gaden

48x48'',acrylic on canvas

available from http://www.soniavonwalter.com/

HOW DO I GET IDEAS FOR A PAINTING?

2009-11-19T19:46:00.000Z

Waiting for an inspiration

So,how do ideas for any painting come into my mind?From mundane to miracleous...inspiration comes from everywhere-beauty of nature,weather conditions,state of a mind ,every day objects,people encountered or imagined,a sound ,a glance,a fragrance,a piece of music and much more...sometimes from a dream half recalled...

This painting "Encounter in Paris" speaks or rather barks for itself-one of many scenes you can observe on the streets of Paris.

Private collection,Paris,France

HOW DID I MANAGE TO REMOVE MY FOLLOWERS BY ACCIDENT

2009-11-18T18:27:00.000Z

Yesterday I was trying to edit settings on my blogs and -Auch!-something happened and the followers dissappeared.

Does anyone know how to fix it?

"Capital Partners"48x80",acrylic on canvas

corporate collection,Toronto,Canada

PORTRAIT OF THE ARTIST

2009-11-17T18:53:00.001Z

A portrait of Argentinian-Canadian artist Hugo Quatrocchi,well known for his ceramics.Hugo is an amazing multi-talented person wuth a huge heart.When in his twenties,he did some modelling in Rome,Italy.
This is a portrait done from a photo from his modelling days.For a several years he had his own gallery and a shop in Toronto.Known for his warm personlity and charm,he developed a large clientele for his ceramics,including celebrities such Sofia Loren and Susanne Somers.

"TREE OF COURAGE"- PAINTING IN THE BOARDROOM

2009-11-16T15:31:00.000Z

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"Tree of courage" is a large absract painting done in acrylic .The idea for this painting came from an observation of trees in differnt weather conditions.Also exibited in the Masterwoks Museum in Bermuda,now this abstract work is displayed in one of the boardrooms of a reinsuarance company.

ART IN THE OFFICE

2009-11-15T14:59:00.000Z

A collection of underwater theme paintings in the office environment.

These paintings were exibited in The Masterworks Museum in Bermuda.

FAMILY AND FRIENDS-A COMMISSIONED PAINTING

2009-11-13T16:16:00.000Z

This was a fun painting to do,but also a challenge-I had to work from many different photographs to create a good composition.

Each personage in a painting has different character.This painting was done as a suprise present for a wedding.

"Family and friends",32x37",acrylic on canvas

private collection,New Jersey,USA

DRAGONFLY EFFECT

2009-11-12T15:55:00.000Z

A painting from semi-abstract spiritual series--"Dragonfly effect" is about connection of everything -within and without.
Red sun representd the higher awareness and the dragonfly is a thougt that we release into the world around.

This painting is available from http://www.soniavonwalter.com/

BUDDA AND RED ENERGY

2009-11-09T16:06:00.001Z

I want to share with you new series of semi-abstract paintings.This is one with a Budda,contemplating color Red.I used images of sun and poppies to symbolise the Red energy.

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OFF FOR A COUPLE OF DAYS-TRAVELLING

2009-11-04T16:41:00.000Z

For a couple of days it would be difficult for me to post -am travelling without my laptop.

Please check again on a weekend or Monday.

See you soon.

SUNSET MEDITATION

2009-11-04T14:36:00.000Z

Does not contermplating sunset puts you in somewhat meditative state of mind?
This is one of many beautiful sunsets that I can see from my studio in Madeira.

And this is a painting inspired by one of these wonders of nature.

40x30 inches,acrylic on canvas

available from my website http://www.soniavonwalter.com/

FANTASY GARDEN

2009-11-02T22:15:00.000Z

A large painting done in acrylic with bold brushstrokes and a lot of texture.Garden theme can always brighten up any gloomy day.

27.5 by 37.5 inches,acrylic on canvas

1500USD

ORIENTAL THEME PAINTING

2009-11-01T21:54:00.000Z

A painting done for a client who wanted an oriental feel.

I did a monochromatic painting with a touch of color and gold.

36 by30 acrylic on canvas

GOLDEN SILENCE

2009-10-31T23:28:00.001Z

Do you sometimes feel that you talk too much?I often do.That is why I painted this piece-to remind me about the power of silence.
This Golden Budda helps me to realise this very simple truth.

30 by 24 inches,acrylic on canvas
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WAITING FOR DESSERT,STILL -LIFE

2009-10-30T23:10:00.000Z

One of a several large still lifes that I painted in a past few months.

acrylic on canvas,24 by 34 inches

This painting has been sold

WHAT IS ON MY EASEL?

2009-10-29T11:09:00.001Z

There was an attempt to do some plein air painting,but a cat Pharaoh

decided that he makes better subject matter than anything else.

MURAL IN BERMUDA

2009-10-28T12:10:00.003Z

This is a detail of a mural I painted in a private residence
in Bermuda.It is an outdoor patio.

MURAL IN BERMUDA

2009-10-28T11:44:00.000Z

MURAL IN MADEIRA

2009-10-27T12:04:00.002Z

FRESCO's TUESDAYS,BERMUDA

2009-10-27T09:49:00.006Z

This is a commission painting I have done for a group of friends that get together every Tuesday at FRESCO wine bar in Bermuda .

Welcome to painted moments

2009-10-25T18:55:00.004Z

Meeting Venus.
Acrylic on canvas.
48"x36"

I welcome you to my new blog site. It is under construction since I'm still getting used to blogging.