Sunday, October 30, 2011

Angel Painting by Jill Saur

“You alone are the Lord. You made the skies and the heavens and all the stars. You made the earth and the seas and everything in them.  You preserve them all, and the angels of heaven worship you." Nehemiah 9:6 (Old Testament)

This is actually a very complicated mixed media work of art that I did about two years ago.  After sanding and preparing a wood panel, I used masons preparation to inlay tiles, imprints and other various items.  It required many layers of paint and drying time in between varnishes.  The outcome was quite rewarding.  It hangs in a home in Hawaii.


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Thursday, October 27, 2011

Giclee Information by Jill Saur


The word “giclee” is a French term meaning to “spray or squirt”.  In giclee printing, no other screen or mechanical devices are used.  Therefore, there is no visible dot screen pattern.  The image has all the tonalities and hues of the original painting!  The word, giclee, as a fine art term, has come to be associated with prints using fade-resistant, archival inks.  I believe the giclee printing process provides the best accuracy of color reproduction today.



Hand-embellishing is a term used for taking a giclee and hand painting key areas of the artwork with fresh paint.  Giclees are a great way to start collecting the work of an artist whom you admire, especially if the original is sold and you love that painting.  My giclee’s  are luminous, brilliant in color, and one of a kind because no two giclee’s are embellished exactly the same.  I hand-embellish each one with the same paint that I used on the original.  When my clients receives their painting, they can’t believe it’s not an original!  Each series is limited and I keep my edition numbers low. Please read  what what of my clients wrote regarding her hand-embellished giclee (painting below) - Jill Saur




When we found “Autumn Gold” on Jill’s website, we were delighted.  We fell in love with Aspen trees while visiting Colorado and we wanted a painting that would help us capture the special moments we shared there.  At first, we were a bit skeptical about purchasing a painting online, but after talking to Jill, we were totally at ease.  We loved the fact that she was always available by phone and continuously kept us updated by email.  The painting was delivered in a perfectly sealed package and it was a joy to receive it.  We ordered a giclee and you would never know it wasn’t the original!  Jill added so many embellishments to the painting!  We also appreciated the finished edges, eliminating the need for a frame.  The painting has a perfect combination of colors, yellow and red with hints of green and even blue.  We are so proud that it is part of our home.   Thank you, Jill.   We will be in touch, Zeb and Claudine. - Boca Raton, Fla.  

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Notice the texture from the hand-embellishing
©1990-2011 Aspen Tree Painting Giclee by Jill Saur, all rights reserved
                                                                   More Texture
©1990-2011 Aspen Tree Painting Giclee by Jill Saur, all rights reserved
©1990 till present, aspen tree painting by Jill Saur, all rights reserved

Thursday, October 20, 2011

Birch Tree Painting by JIll Saur

This is a little 8"x10" palette knife oil painting that I just varnished yesterday. In its simplicity, it has just enough texture to evoke a dreamy feeling. I call it, "Summer Nuance".  

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© 1990 till present Birch Tree Painting by Jill Saur , all rights reserved

Monday, October 17, 2011

Pear Painting by Jill Saur

I just varnished this 8"x8" oil painting today. I call it, "Pear Amore". This is a palette knife painting that is loaded with texture. Painting with a palette knife is actually very relaxing and leaves a lot of room for creativity.

I particularly enjoy not having to clean my brushes in chemicals.  I just wipe my knife with paper towels.

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Thursday, October 13, 2011

Smoky Mountain National Park

I just returned from a four day photo shoot to gather ideas for paintings. I don't think I was ready to come home! Anyone living within driving distance should consider this moment for an amazing photo shoot. The leaves are changing and are brilliant. This was the first day at 8:30 in the morning. By the fourth day, the leaves were bright yellow, and the reds were making their stellar appearance!

With brush, paint, and canvas, I will begin my journey expressing my time in one of Gods most secluded and beautiful places in the United States. www.JillSaurFineArt.com

©2011 Photo by Jill Saur, all rights reserved

Tuesday, October 4, 2011


I went down to the river this morning to work on my photography to prepare for an upcoming trip to the Smoky Mountain National Park. I'll be gathering photos for subject matter to paint. 

Meanwhile, my tree remains steadfast. This tree has weathered many storms, including some of mine. It's very old, living off of one or two roots, is hollow in the middle, and it's my favorite tree ever! I hope you have a place to go that has meaning in your life, a place where you can be refreshed and inspired! This is my place.

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©2011 Photo by Jill Saur, all rights reserved