Check Out My New Website!

I officially completed my new website last night! It only took me around 2 weeks to complete which is quite the difference from my first website which took me 3 months!  I'm so happy with the way it turned out and I definitely feel it looks professional.  I hope you will check it out and let me know what you think!  Please feel free to comment and please let me know if you run across any issues. :)

www.MalindaPrudhomme.com

 

 

Another Website Building Adventure!

I am happy to announce that I will be building a whole new website!  I have learned a lot about CSS and HMTL over this past year and feel I am ready to give my website a lovely new makeover!  All of my edits and pages will be built live as my existing website seems to be interfering with the new one.  BUT this gives us a great opportunity to communicate through the process and see the new pages as they are built!  Fun right!?  Join me on my Facebook Page to take part in the adventure!

 

www.Facebook.com/MalindaPrudhomme





~ Curvy Beauties ~

"Curvy Beauties"

January 2013

Oil Paint on Canvas

6" x 12"/each

I am very happy to announce that I have finished my new series "Curvy Beauties". This series was created in order to celebrate the beauty of curvy women. Unfortunately we live in a time where the media is constantly pushing thin women into the spotlight in hopes of brainwashing us into thinking that only thin women are beautiful and sexy. I believe this is the case because many corporations have a lot to gain from women with low self-esteem. Women who feel poorly about themselves are more likely to buy more makeup, hair dye, gym memberships, weight loss gimmicks, corsetry, and so on. My ideal world would be one in which ALL women of ALL shapes and sizes feel happy and confident about themselves. Thus I took the opportunity to portray just how beautiful and sexy lusciously large women can be.

Original: SOLD

8"x 10" Print: $20.00 CAD

BUY

Larger Prints:

BUY

Original: SOLD

8"x 10" Print: $20.00 CAD

BUY

Larger Prints:

BUY

Original: SOLD

8"x 10" Print: $20.00 CAD

BUY

Larger Prints:

BUY

Original: SOLD

8"x 10" Print: $20.00 CAD

BUY

Larger Prints:

BUY

Black Water Art

WHEN:
Exhibition: January 18th – February 16th, 2013
Opening Reception: January 18th @ 7pm

WHERE:
White Water Gallery
143 Main Street West
North Bay, ON
P1B 8K6

I am very excited to announce that I will be exhibiting my piece "Modern Warrior Beauty" at the White Water Gallery in North Bay.  I recently became a member of the White Water Gallery and because of this I am able to exhibit my work in the Black Water Art exhibition. The reason I am most excited about being in this show is that it will be the first time exhibiting my work in North Bay since finishing my art education.  And not only is this exhibition in North Bay but it is taking place in the White Water Gallery which was the first gallery I ever exhibited in and was the gallery in which I won my first award.  Being in this show definitely brings back fond memories and I truly wish I could make it to the opening night in person.

I believe it is going to be an awesome exhibition and I hope that my friends and followers in the North Bay area will drop in to see all of the beautiful creations. :)

NOW ACCEPTING CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS!

Despite the cost I have decided to accept credit card payments!  If anyone is ever interested in any of my artworks or items and would prefer to use their credit card they need only contact me at Info@MalindaPrudhomme.com and the process will be quick and easy. I can accept a credit card over the phone or Internet but can also swipe the card in person using my new card scanner!  I am hoping that this possibility will help me gain more business, especially at shows.  Here's hoping! :)

Featured In SNAP Bloor West!

I'm excited to say that SNAP, a print publication that specializes in portraying a photographic view of life in the Toronto community, has featured an image of me in two of their articles.  One image is from the "EHP Christmas Arts & Crafts Show" and features Darren and I holding two of my pieces.  The other is from the the "Gifts Of My Hands" show and features me with my work.  If anyone is interested to read about these events and see the images please use the following links. :D

EHP Christmas Arts & Crafts Show 

HERE

Gifts Of My Hands

HERE

_o~ Simple Comforts ~o_

"Simple Comforts"

December 2012

Mixed Media on Canvas

(Over 20 Mediums from World Travels,

Homemade Encaustic (Wax) Paint,

and Vintage Buttons)

8" x 8"/each

Original Artwork

$75.00 CAD/each

BUY

8" x 10" Print

$20.00 CAD/each

BUY

Larger Prints

BUY

 

 

This two piece series was inspired by the cover art on JRR Tolkien's novels "The Silmarillion" and "Unfinished Tales".  Throughout my life I have found comfort in JRR Tolkien’s writing and I wanted to portray this comfort in an abstract way.  Starting with a rough sketch of the cover art symbols, I then allowed my creativity to run free while keeping the Hobbit lifestyle and sensibility in mind.  For me, true comfort is found in the life of a Hobbit.  I honestly believe that good food, drink, friends, a pipe full of long bottom leaf, and love is all that is needed for a happy life.  These simple comforts should be cherished and we sometimes forget this in our modern busy world. Using more than 20 traditional mediums, many gathered from my travels around the world, my homemade encaustic (wax) paint, and antique buttons, I hope to spread the calm that comes with a life filled with simple comforts.

 

Please continue for more photos. :)

 





~& Marilyn In Abstract &~

"Marilyn In Abstract"

December 2012

Mixed Media on Canvas

(Acrylic Paint and Homemade

Encaustic (Wax) Paint)

12" x 12"

SOLD

8" x 10" Prints

$20.00 CAD

HERE

Larger Prints

HERE

 

This piece entitled “Marilyn In Abstract” began with a small simple abstract painting completed in 2010.  When I had completed the abstract coloured squares I felt the piece did not exude my usual style.  I generally portray the beauty that can be found in our world and with this in mind I quickly decided to incorporate one of the most beautiful women in history, Marilyn Monroe.  Using my high quality homemade wax paint, also known as encaustic paint, I began to add a textured layer that would portray the luxurious Marilyn (texture better seen in image below). It is truly a lovely piece that brings together modern abstract, vintage beauty, and natural mediums.

 

Please note that although this piece has sold I would gladly create others similar to it.  If you enjoy this piece and would like one of your own please contact me at Info@MalindaPrudhomme.com.