Marsha Hamby Savage - New Paintings

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Grand Canyon Blocks
* Pastel * $3,200.00

Image Size: 36" x 24"
Outside Framed Dimension: 45" x 33"

This painting was done from a photograph I took while sitting at the Grand Canyon. I actually painted a plein air piece while I was there to help me paint from about 300 photographs I took at many of the overlooks. There is no way a photograph or a painting can do "real" justice to the beauty and the vastness of the Canyon . . . But I wanted to try my hand at a Grand Canyon painting. I like it, and I hope you do also! This painting is in the gallery in Blue Ridge, Georgia called High Country Gallery. Visit it and enjoy!

Hay In The Morning
* Pastel - Plein Air * $1,600.00

Image Size: 18" x 24"
Outside Framed Dimension: 24" x 30" (Antique Frame)

This painting was done plein air (on location) near Monteagle, Tennessee. We drove down into the valley and painted early in the morning before breakfast -- we only had coffee!! The golden pasture through the trees lining the pasture of hay was so interesting. It seems that everywhere in these farming communities the pastures are lined by trees as well as the fences. I love it -- since I am a "tree" painter!!!

Shelter From The Rain
* Pastel - Plein Air * $500.00
SOLD
Image Size: 9" x 12"
Outside Framed Dimension: 17" x 20"

This is a plein air painting done during a paint-out at the Monastery of The Holy Spirit near Conyers, Georgia. I loved the look of the old shed -- and had to ask one of the Monks what it had been used for. His answer was for the cows or equipment when it rained. And . . . of course, I had to include the gorgeous maple tree and how the light was hitting it that morning. This is one of my favorite paintings! Hope you like it as well.

Old and Wise
*PASTEL* $3,000.00 SOLD

Image Size: 24" x 36"
Outside Framed Dimension: 32" x 44"

This scene was painted from a photo taken near Lula, Georgia -- which is in the North Georgia area. I passed this tree and farm every day for several days admiring it! I finally stopped and took many photos. This is the first painting from those photographs. I just loved that spreading oak tree and the dirt drive going around it. There was no swing in the original photo, but I thought it needed a story! I hope this painting can mentally transport you there.

Lie Beside Me And Listen
*PASTEL* $4,000.00 SOLD

Image Size: 30" x 40"
Outside Framed Dimension: 28" x 32"

This scene is located near Blue Ridge, Georgia and was painted from a photograph. I love the water cascading over all the different rocks and the sunlight peaking through all the trees. Can't you imagine lying beside this creek in the sun and enjoying the warmth and listening to the sound of that water tumbling over the rocks. I hope this painting can mentally transport you there.

Maple and Magnolia
*PASTEL* $575.00

Image Size: 14" x 11"
Outside Framed Dimension: 20.5" x 17.5"

This scene is located near Blue Ridge, Georgia and was painted from a photograph. I loved the way the light was coming around the maple tree and striking the ground. The autumn color of the maple leaves against the dark blue-green of the magnolia was another thing that struck me! I paint quite often on location here, owned by a fabulous lady named Mrs. Parks. She has been wonderfully gracious in allowing me to bring my plein air workshop students also. Every direction you turn on her property there is something to inspire you and to paint!

Rocks and Moss
*PASTEL* $450.00 SOLD

Image Size: 9" x 12"
Outside Framed Dimension: 18.5" x 21.5"

This wonderful scene was painted from a photo taken near Aska Road out of Blue Ridge, Georgia. I believe the name of the trail is the Benton Mackay Trail. There is a great waterfall just above this scene. But, hiking to the scene you passed the creek and it looked like this all along the way. I took many photographs and hope to create a series of these rocks and moss paintings. I love the water cascading over all the different rocks. It makes me want have a seat on one of the rocks and enjoy it and listen to all nature’s sounds. I hope this painting can mentally transport you there.

Toccoa Autumn Gold
*PASTEL* $1,200.00 SOLD

Image Size: 16" x 20"
Outside Framed Dimension: 26" x 30"
(Framed in a beautiful Antique Frame)

This scene is located on the Toccoa River just north of Blue Ridge, Georgia. I visit this spot quite often. I think I have probably painted at least a dozen paintings of this scene at different times of the year. I never cease to be amazed at the beauty here. I want to canoe around the bend and see what is waiting there!

Yellow Rose Veranda
*PASTEL* $725.00 SOLD

Image Size: 16" x 12"
Outside Framed Dimension: 27" x 23"

This painting was the study for a larger painting that would be painted live at the Blue Ridge Mountain Arts Association Auction. The scene is from an old home located in Eatonton, Georgia. It was raining the day we drove by, but I convinced my husband to pull over so I could take photos of this gorgeous rose cascading all over the porch roof of this old country home. Doesn’t it make you want to sit in the chair underneath?

Sunflower Tango
*PASTEL * Not For Sale At This Time

Image Size: 28" x 22"
Outside Framed Dimension: 34" x 28"

This painting won "Best In Show" at the Southeastern Pastel Society Member Show in June, 2007, judged by Terry Ludwig!

This was painted from a photograph taken near McCaysville, GA. I always enjoy sunflowers and there were so many of them in this garden they looked like they were dancing. You can also feel the coolness of those leaves in shadow and I though the blue would give you the feeling also! I really enjoyed painting these wonderful happy faces and I hope you enjoy them to?

River Tree
* Pastel - Plein Air * $800.00

Image Size: 16" x 12"
Outside Framed Dimension: 23" x 19"

This scene was painted on location at the Toccoa River near the town of Blue Ridge, GA. It is Memorial Day Weekend and the heat is beginning to be felt by people and trees alike! This tree across the river has so much character, it always intrigues me to paint it at different times of the year. I could sit and look at the river and trees for hours. The morning sun was so bright that the green leaves were really this yellow! I hope you enjoy this painting and can mentally transport yourself to the river’s edge and enjoy the peacefulness of the moment!

The Storm Passes
* Pastel - Plein Air * $800.00 SOLD

Image Size: 12" x 16"
Outside Framed Dimension: 21.5" x 25.5"

This painting was done plein air near Monteagle, Tennessee. Several artists drove down into the valley, even though it was misting rain. We sat our easels up, painting underneath the hatch-back to our vehicles. But . . . it was not long until the skys started breaking up and the colors were wonderful. This is such a serene scene even with the turbulence in the sky. I hope you enjoy it as much as I enjoyed painting it!

Live Oak Listens
* Pastel - Plein Air * $500.00

Image Size: 9" x 12"
Outside Framed Dimension: 18" x 21"

This is also a painting from Creighton Island -- and indeed it was done plein air! Don't you get that feeling that the three palms are talking to the live oak tree? This was on the North end of the island -- which we only got to visit once during the trip. This is one of my favorite paintings I have done on the Island -- I was able to keep it simple! I love the shapes! Hope you enjoy it also.

Under The Live Oak
* Pastel - Plein Air *
Outside Framed Dimension: 21" x 18"

This is a painting from Creighton Island. You can see that I was completely enthralled by the live oak trees and the moss. I though the palmetto underneath the canopy of the live oak looked just like a mother talking to a child. These trees were so blue compared to our green oak trees in the North Georgia area. If you listen closely, I think you can hear the tree whispering!

Monastic Haven
* Pastel - Plein Air * $800.00

Image Size: 12" x 16"
Outside Framed Dimension: 19" x 23"

This was painted during a paint out at Monastery of the Holy Spirit near Conyers, Georgia. I loved the field with the wildflowers and the little building in the distance. The trees were magnificent and, of course, I had make them a partial star in the painting. It was a wonderful day for painting!

Early Morning Field
* Pastel - Plein Air * $450.00

Image Size: 9" x 12"
Outside Framed Dimension: 18" x 21"

This was painted plein air at Creighton Island - a privately owned island on the coast of Georgia. This was my second trip to the Island with 10 other artists. The field behind our camp was fabulous in the morning light -- and I actually painted three or four paintings on this morning -- two oils and two pastels. I was on a role!!!! I hope you get the feeling of the morning!

Good Morning Sunshine
* Pastel * $750.00

Image Size: 12" x 16"
Outside Framed Dimension: 22.5" x 26.5"

This painting is from near Blue Ridge, Georgia -- a nice lady allows me to paint on her property and bring my classes to her property! Mrs. Parks has views from 360 degrees of mountain, pasture, trees, barns, and everything is wonderful. This is the driveway into her property and was early morning. Can't you smell the wonderful pine scent when the sun is hitting those limbs?

Banana Colorful
* Pastel * $1,300.00

Image Size: 20" x 16"
Outside Framed Dimension: 29" x 25"

This painting was done from a photograph and also looking out sliding glass doors at the actual banana trees! So, what do you call this -- plein air or studio? I took some liberties with the colors, and was also painting on a board I had prepared myself with pumice for the tooth to hold the pastel. So, experiment that turned out quite well I think!!! I hope you get the feeling of banana leaves in bright sun and shadow. Enjoy!

Field & Stream
* Pastel * $750.00 SOLD

Image Size: 12" x 16"
Outside Framed Dimension: 19" x 23"

This scene is near Blue Ridge, Georgia and one of my favorite valleys to drive through. I always enjoy watching a stream wander through a pasture -- and the diverse type of small trees that usually line part of the path. It was just beginning to turn colors for the fall. Can't you feel the crispness in the air? I can.

Regal Hollyhocks
* Pastel - Plein Air * $750.00

Image Size: 16" x 12"
Outside Framed Dimension: 24" x 20"

This painting was done on location (plein air) in the Western area of North Carolina. We visited a lady that grew many kinds of flowers - but the Hollyhocks were my favorite! They are regal -- hence my name for the painting. They tower over the other flowers as if they are the queen of the garden. Enjoy! I know I enjoyed painting these beautiful flowers.

Azalea Morning
* Pastel - Plein Air * $750.00

Image Size: 12" x 16"
Outside Framed Dimension: 22" x 26"

These azaleas are in my yard near Blue Ridge, Georgia and was painted plein air (on location). The bush is several different azaleas that have grown large and look as if they are one bush with different color flowers. I love the colors of azaleas and how fresh they look before leaves have come on the trees. It lets you know spring is in the air -- and you can feel it! Hope you enjoy this scene.