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Duck Decoys

Duck Decoys
One day while out antiquing, I walked into a very dark, old barn filled with all sorts of interesting items. These duck decoys sat on a ledge by a window. The sun was bright and warm and beyond the barn was a barnyard with chickens. The contrast of the dark inside and the bright outside caught my eye and I snapped several photos for future paintings.

The Old Timer

The Old Timer
Another place I am drawn to is junkyards. I love to see old rusty machinery. The structure and textures fascinate me. I am sure this old car was a prized possession in its day. Now it a sat in the scrapyard with other broken, rusty relics.

Saturday, February 22, 2014

"Big Red" An Original Watercolor by Donna Berk Barlup


"Big Red" An Original Watercolor by Donna Berk Barlup
This large watercolor painting is presently on display at 
the RED (delicious) Show at Carlisle Arts Learning Center.  It is an amazing show with works by many talented artists. 
 It will be at CALC through March 22nd.  
Treat yourself to a feast for the eyes.

Donna Berk Barlup
DonnaBSudios.com
djbarlup@gmail.com


Friday, January 31, 2014

"Spring Onions and Radishes" An Original Watercolor by Donna Berk Barlup


"Spring Onions and Radishes" 
An Original Watercolor by Donna Berk Barlup

Spring is coming!  I promise!  I know it doesn't seem like it right now but it is!
This painting will hopefully remind you of those sunny days when you could walk around in your shirt sleeves, without a heavy coat and hat and peruse the goodies at the Camp Hill Farmers Market.  What could be better than eating some fresh, locally grown vegetables?
This painting is part of the my solo show at the Cornerstone Coffeehouse on Market Street in Camp Hill, PA.  The opening reception is Sunday, February 2nd from 2 til 4.  You will be home in plenty of time to watch the Super Bowl.

Donna Berk Barlup
DonnaBStudios.com
djbarlup@gmail.com

Monday, September 9, 2013

Commissioned Watercolor Portrait by Donna Berk Barlup


I just finished this commissioned portrait for a friend.  I was very pleased with the finished painting, as was the client.  It is to be a gift so I hope the recipients of painting are as pleased as we were.  
If you are interested in a painting as a gift for yourself or someone else, now is a good time to send in your photos.

Donna Berk Barlup
DonnaBStudios.com
djbarlup@gmail.com
717-877-1697

Sunday, August 18, 2013

"Wind Mill Creek Farm Footbridge". An Original Watercolor Painting by Donna Berk Barlup


"Wind Mill Creek Farm Footbridge" Original Watercolor Painting by Donna Berk Barlup


 " Wind Mill Creek Farm Footbridge"
An Original Watercolor Painting by Donna Berk Barlup

                   Susquehanna Valley Plein Air Painters were invited to spend an      
                     afternoon in Port Royal at a beautiful farm with a 1790's stone 
                     farmhouse by Nancy and Eric Olsen.  The day was perfect!    
                   We sat outside, painted and enjoyed delicious food and wine      
                    and good company.  We even got to take home a bouquet of 
                                   zinnias from their flower garden.
                  This little footbridge covered a culvert beside the old farmhouse.  
                                                 It was charming.  
                 Many thanks to the Olsens for sharing their home with the artists. 

Wednesday, August 7, 2013

"Dancing Poppies" An Original Watercolor by Donna Berk Barlup

"Dancing Poppies"
An Original Watercolor by Donna Berk Barlup
23" x 30"

They were swaying in the wind.  And the way their stems curved and bent, it reminded me of a dance.  Their bright orange-red flowers seemed so large on those delicate stems.