Radish Up, by Eleanor Erickson Hargrave (SOLD)

Radish Up, 9" x 11", Watercolor, matted and framed. This watercolor was inspired after going to the market and buying some produce. I took the bunch of radishes out of the bag and rinsed it off carefully setting it on the counter to drain. It looked so red and inviting that I just had to paint it right then and there before putting it in the refrigerator. The one radish just stood up and is why I named it Radish Up. I took a photo of it and finished it after I tucked it in the veggie drawer. I hope you enjoy it. Please email me if you are interested in purchasing it. The frame is a greenish blue and with a soft white matting. Enjoy and thanks, Eleanor

Cherry Blossoms, 8" x 8". Watercolor (SOLD)

"Cherry Blossoms", 8" x 8", Original Watercolor. This watercolor was painted from the heart as all of mine are. I love the Cherry Tree with the blossoms that are profuse, even if for too short of a time. So delicate and cheerful they cling to the branch until a strong wind or rain. I love what my parents told me about the cherry tree and honesty. Whether it was just my naivety or my faith of a better world, I have always tried to live that way. The painting has a watery look about it that I strive for in my watercolors, almost a stained glass effect. I decided to make note cards and the size of those are 4.25" x 5.50" with reasonable pricing. The original watercolor is also for sale with the price at $275 with custom matting. If interested in either, please contact me at arroyoellie@sbcglobal.net. Thank you very much, Ellie

Pink Tulips, 10" x 10", Watercolor (SOLD)

Pink Tulips, 10" x 10", Watercolor. (SOLD) This tulip painting is so feminine and delicate, almost looking the color of strawberry ice cream. I love tulips anyway but the color of these reminded me of my daughters. My oldest daughter loved tulips so much, and my two younger ones looked yummy in this shade of pink. My son use to call the girls "girly powders", so I won't tell you that he looked good in this color too..(but he did, or shall I say he would have). I hope you enjoyed looking at this and all the other artists paintings. I will be back soon with another so come back often. Thanks, Ellie

Sailing in Balboa Harbor, 20" x 20", Oil on Canvas (Out on Consignment)

Sailing in Balboa Harbor, 20" x 20", Oil on canvas. This painting was inspired by a fun day in Balboa Island with a very good friend of mine. We drove down on a great weather day, having lunch at Ciao's, a favorite Italian lunch spot. From there we walked to our favorite shopping haunts before taking the ferry to the mainland and home. While on the ferry I snapped some great photo shots for future paintings. I could feel my hair gently blowing from the strength of the ferry engines below us. What a perfect day this was. The painting price is $450 and if you have any questions or comments please email me at arroyoellie@sbcglobal.net. Thank you. Ellie

Gerbera Daisies, 24" x 24", Oil on gallery canvas (Available)

Gerbera Daisies. 24" x 24", Oil on gallery canvas. This was an artistic stretch for me and I found it a most rewarding studio painting. The composition has a cosmopolitan feel to it because of the dimension and positioning of the daisies. Although gallery canvas is used for traditional settings as well, this only adds to the versatility when thinking contemporary. Right now I have it hanging and drying over the fireplace in my Cape Cod style home and it fits in very well. The colors are inviting and warm, against the cool/warm push-pull effect of the foliage. The price is $1,400. If interested or have questions about it, please contact me at arroyoellie@sbcglobal.net Thank you and please come back often, Eleanor (Ellie)

Chloe, 11" x 14", Watercolor (Commission, SOLD)

Chloe, 11" x 14", Watercolor. This was a most enjoyable commission piece of art to paint. I was given a photo of Chloe, taken while the family was on vacation in Hawaii. Apparently Chloe was playing in a children's play area and ran over to the fence to view her parents. It was at this time that the photo was taken. In my artistic whimsy I didn't hide the fact that it reminded me of the "Kilroy Was Here", pose. I also decided to enhance the feel of the tropics with the soft pastel flowers. I love to paint portraits, especially those of children. Please let me know if you have someone special that you'd like me to paint in a watercolor keepsake. My contact email is arroyoellie@sbcglobal.net. Thank you. Eleanor

Zinnias in Pewter Pitcher, 14" x 10", Watercolor (SOLD)

Zinnias in Pewter Pitcher, 14" x 10", Watercolor. Custom matting, framed in weathered gray wood. The day I painted this watercolor I walked to the very back of my yard to fetch a bunch of zinnias. I love those vibrant rich colors, but no more so that the pale blush underside of the blooms. I like a push/pull effect to lend excitement in a painting. If it were all simply bright it would lose something in my opinion. The pewter pitcher is a beautiful piece which I have long enjoyed. I hope you enjoy it for your own reasons too. The price is $400 and if you are interested in purchasing it, please contact me at arroyoellie@sbcglobal.net Thank you, Eleanor