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"Red Essential, Limitless Potential" opens Tuesday, Jan. 9th at Framed Image, Denver, CO, Two of my paintings included in this radiant exhibition are "Raindrops on Hibiscus" oil on birch, 18x24 and "Zang Mansion in Spring" oil on linen, 14x11. If you are in Denver I hope you will visit the show. RuthSoller.com

I perceive the Hibiscus flowers opening me to a broader vision of my abilities and of opportunities in the world around me. Fuchsia hues awaken me from the gentle gray tones of winter and energize me to see the brilliant abundance of new life in spring. The contrast of the variety of greens against the pinks causes a visual vibration that excites my eyes and creates positive emotions of joy and peace.

My magical landscapes express the healing power of color experienced in nature. Greens represent growth and refreshment while blues are serene and trustworthy. Feeling the awe of nature creates energy in our bodies which strengthens our health and increases our happiness. My purpose is to share positive emotions which bring peace and joy to our lives.

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National Parks and Western Landscape paintings featured in BLINK Art Resource 2022.  

 

Blink Art Resource is distributed to interior architects, interior designers, interior decorators, and art industry professionals. My original oil paintings are designed for healthcare art, hospitality art, and corporate art installations. Currently my art is showcased at  Governor Polis's office in Colorado State Capitol, Framed Image in Denver, and ADC Fine Art in Cincinnati, OH. Other paintings are available for purchase directly from my website www.RuthSoller.com. Collections include National Parks, Studio Landscapes, Figurative,  Animal, and Floral.

 

If you are looking for custom designed art for your home or office, please email me [email protected] to discuss your project. 

 

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Summer is winding down as back-to-school kicks in, while my art is traveling to new venues. Monday August 1 is Colorado Day at Colorado State Capitol, celebrating 146 years as a state. My painting Maroon Bells and Lake graces the Governor's or the Lieutenant Governor's office through November 2022.   ADC Fine Art in Cincinnati, OH will be showcasing a dozen of my National Parks and Cloudscapes in my solo show with opening reception August 26th, 5-7 pm. If you are near Cincinnati, I would love to meet you at the reception. Bluebird Sky Walden Pond will debut and you may preview my paintings in the videos below:

Studio Tour Video

National Parks Paintings

Would you enjoy a personal visit to my studio? Please email me to schedule a visit.  [email protected]

National Parks Series

Ruth Soller

I am a Colorado artist known for radiant oil paintings of dramatic Western vistas, rendered in vibrant color.   Website: https://ruthsoller.com/ Blog: https://www.RuthSoller.com/blog Email: [email protected] Phone:303-469-2072

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Maroon Bells and Lake, oil on canvas, 24x30, on loan currently

 

I hope that you are well and enjoying family get togethers and spending time in the beauty of nature. You may have favorite locations you dream of visiting or that you return to over the years. I've dreamed of exhibiting at the State Capitol since moving to Colorado in 2004. Two of my National Parks series were displayed at Denver International Airport and scheduled to travel next to the Colorado State Capitol. To my deep disappointment, there wasn't enough wall space for all the paintings at the Capitol and mine were culled.

 

Today I'm honored that Maroon Bells and Lake is accepted in the 2022 Colorado Day (August 1st) Exhibition at the Colorado State Capitol, celebrating Colorado's 146 years as a state. Colorado artists were chosen for their creative interpretations of Colorado land, cities, or towns. Selected works will be on display at the Colorado State Capitol Complex, including the Governor's Office, the Lieutenant Governor's Office, and the basement rotunda from August 1, 2022 through October or November 2022. For more information contact Ruth Wilson, Public Art Program Manager at [email protected]. 

 

Maroon Bells and Lake is one of the most photographed scenes as it is awe inspiring to contemplate. The Maroon Bells are located in the White River National Forest and may be accessed by hiking or bus, as parking is very limited. Wildflowers and lush foliage covered the valley floor while an overcast morning gave way to clear sky by noon, perfect for a picnic lunch on the shore. This studio landscape painted entirely with palette knife is based on my plein air study.

 

         

Shown in a gallery                                                  Colorado State Capitol

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Raber Cabin Grand Mesa National Forest ©Ruth Soller , SOLD

 

Are you as excited for spring to arrive as I am? Steve planted new bulbs last fall in our flower bed and we look for new color each day. A few days ago yellow crocus opened their sunny petals and today rich purple crocus bloomed. Art sales are blossoming, too. Raber Cabin on Grand Mesa National Forest traveled to a new collector in Maine, remarkably finding a new home with a granddaughter of Bill and Winifred Raber!

 

Bill Raber and his new bride Winifred bought the Lucas Ranch on Kannah Creek in 1938. On the original cabin door was penned this inscription," May 25 1938 Four feet of snow and spring still coming, Bill Raber, Crafts Black." The cow camp built in 1931 or 1932 included grazing rights to 160 acres. It may have been early July before the snow melted, so they could bring the cows up from Kannah Creek. Winifred claimed that during roundups as many as 20 people would stay in the two cabins, hanging blankets to provide privacy for the women.

 

I'd like to remind you that I accept commissions (custom orders) for a painting of your favorite landscape, home or pet. Begin the process by emailing your ideas to [email protected] today.

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Guilded Coast Cloudscape is fourth in my abstract cloudscape series. I created this original oil on linen painting based on a dramatic sky I photographed from my back yard. I saw in the photo an aerial view of an ocean with golden gilded coastlines on islands covered by turbulent violet-grey cloud forms. Dark sea creatures swam in the foreground as the yellow-orange sunset reflected in the turquoise sea.

If you enjoy this piece, it would mean so much to me to hear your thoughts. Please reply with your comment. Read More

This is the second painting in my new series of Abstracted Cloudscapes. This painting was inspired by a sunrise photograph I took in January 2020. I found the cloud formation foreboding, as if an unknown threat was rapidly descending upon us. How true this feeling turned out to be. Examining my collection of cloudscape photos taken during 2020 and before, I selected a group which portrayed a variety of emotions to me. Now I am working on translating the images to paintings and I hope the series will be meaningful to you.

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I painted these cheerful pumpkins on location at Munson Farm in Boulder, CO, one warm October morning. This original oil painting is framed in a simple black wood frame. Shipping is included in the continental US.

How would this piece look in your fall decor to brighten your living or dining area for Halloween and Thanksgiving?
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September is our favorite month to drive Gualella Pass from Grant to Georgetown, Colorado to view the changing colors of the quaking aspens from green to yellow-green, bright yellow, golden, orange, even red. I painted this piece after one of our leaf drives and I hope this painting brings happy memories to you. Read More

On a brilliant September morning at Walden Duck Pond, I captured this plein air painting as clouds drifted past. So blessed to call Colorado home, I hope to spend many more days painting in nature. Read More

I painted this waterfall en plein air at Golden Ponds in Longmont, CO, where it was refreshingly cool in the shade near the base of the falls. The roar and splash of the flowing water provided a calming background music. What a lovely day to enjoy nature.
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Winter Gypped Us! Bring On The Spring Exhibit & Sale: 

Framed Image, March 6th-April 30th

 

 

Scarlet poppies brilliantly pop against a contrasting yellow-green and blue-green background.

As winter roars on in the northeast, we behold the promise of spring.

 

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We Coloradans value and honor the traditions of the Old West, and March 9-11, 2018 is your opportunity to immerse yourself in the Rocky Mountain Horse Expo sponsored Equine Art in the Park at the National Western Complex, Denver, CO. I'm proud to exhibit my painting from Zapata Ranch near Mosca, CO, Wrangler Amy at Zapata Ranch, 30x24, and my painting form the historic re-enactment  at Walker Ranch west of Boulder, CO, Walker Ranch Settler, 16x20. 

 

Celebrate 25 years of the Rocky Mountain Horse Expo! Get your tickets today at www.RMHEtickets.com.

 

 

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