What Meaning Is Found Behind These Hidden Words?

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The Writing is in the Air - Original Black - I of II by Deb Chaney (30” x 30”)

I’m thrilled to announce that a private art collector has added two of my paintings to their personal collection, The Writing is in the Air – Original Black – I and II.

The pair of paintings were sold to a gallery client who are in the process of renovating their new apartment. Thank you for choosing my artwork–and congratulations on making your home beautiful!

I would also like to extend my appreciation to Van Dop Gallery in New Westminster, with a big thank-you to Trudy Van Dop!

Visit the Van Dop Gallery website to see which paintings are at the gallery and arrange a private viewing.

About these paintings

The Writing Is In The Air I and II are monochromatic abstract expressionist paintings that invite contemplation and interpretation. The colour palette is dominated by a muted gray background with smudges  and strokes of black.

Each of the paintings in this series is an echo of my own personal spiritual learning and their inspiration was drawn from carefully chosen passages in a metaphysical book I was reading. 

I begin with a 2B pencil and a large ruler to draw lines across my canvas. I then look to the book’s passage to dictate my colour choice. Using an ink dropper with the selected colour of ink, I scribe the writings into the canvas. 

The words are not intended to be read, but they are applied to the canvas so that the energy they carry can be imbued into the painting. 

After the words are down, I may add or remove layers or play around with dripping water, alcohol, and ink, to arrive at the final image. The final image is then sealed and finished with a final satin varnish. Each painting is wired on the back and ready for exhibit.

Both original mixed media on canvas paintings measure 30” x 30”.

I’d also like to share some behind-the-scenes photos of the paintings in my studio before they were shipped to Vancouver for client approval. Before I ship paintings I often repaint the edges and double check the Varnal varnish just in case it needs a touch-up.

The Writing Is In The Air Series

This series of medium-sized artworks consists of simple abstract paintings that are inspired by nondescript writings that melt into the canvas. 

Each painting is an echo of my own personal spiritual learning. Imbued with wisdom and healing words, these paintings aim to elevate our collective consciousness.

You can see more paintings in this series here: https://fwf0.short.gy/series-writing-in-air 

Prints and Original Artwork for Sale Online

Even though the original paintings of The Writing is in the Air – Original Black – I and II have both been sold, you can buy high-quality prints of the paintings online at Saatchi Art here:

Reproduction prints on Saatchi Art are available in 3 formats:

Fine Art Paper

310 GSM, 100% cotton linters, archival quality, natural white finish with a slightly structured, soft-textured surface.

Metal

Specialized inks infused into specially coated, thin, high gloss aluminum sheets. Exhibit mounted on 2mm black Styrene and finished with a black Metal Inset Frame.

Canvas

Museum grade, matte textured (20.5 mil), bright white, poly-cotton blend with no additives and no agents.

What Can You See Beneath the Chaos?

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Underneath all the chaos is pure love by Deb Chaney (16” x 16”)

I’m excited to say that my original abstract painting Underneath all the chaos is pure love has been sold.

Thank you to Mr. and Mrs. McNicoll for your enthusiasm and support by being collectors of my original artwork. I hope it brings as much joy to your space as it brought to me while creating the artwork.

About this painting

This abstract expressionist painting features a vibrant interplay of colors and textures, evoking a sense of energy and depth. Bold blues, greens, and oranges applied in broad, gestural strokes create a dynamic composition, with layers of color overlapping and interacting to create a sense of movement.

Stencils of sacred geometry of various sizes repeat through different layers across the canvas.

The painting's vibrant colour palette and energetic brushwork may reflect the joy and excitement of life's experiences. The abstract forms could represent the fluidity and ever-changing nature of life's journey. 

This captivating and thought-provoking painting invites viewers to explore their own interpretations of its meaning. Of course, the title, Underneath all the chaos is pure love, suggests a positive and optimistic outlook.

The original mixed media on canvas painting measures 16" x 16" x 1.5".

Little Drishti Series

This original abstract painting is part of my Little Drishti Series. These paintings are smaller pieces I use to practice and test techniques for a large-format series I am working on called the Drishti Paintings. The series will be presented in a solo exhibit called The Drishti Experience, which runs from November 2024 to January 2025. 

The small study pieces help me figure out the paintings’ colours, layers, and the interplay with sacred geometry flower of life symbol, so that when I get to the large paintings I have confidence and clarity for my creative approach.

Prints and Original Artwork for Sale Online

Even though the original painting of Underneath all the chaos is pure love has been sold, you can buy high-quality prints of the painting online at Saatchi Art here:

https://fwf0.short.gy/underneath-chaos-p 

Reproduction prints on Saatchi Art are available in 3 formats:

Fine Art Paper

310 GSM, 100% cotton linters, archival quality, natural white finish with a slightly structured, soft-textured surface.

Metal

Specialized inks infused into specially coated, thin, high gloss aluminum sheets. Exhibit mounted on 2mm black Styrene and finished with a black Metal Inset Frame.

Canvas

Museum grade, matte textured (20.5 mil), bright white, poly-cotton blend with no additives and no agents.

Look Closer And Tell Me What You You See

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Go Be In Nature by Deb Chaney (9” x 12”)

I’m thrilled to announce the sale of my original abstract painting Go Be In Nature, and I would like to extend my appreciation and a heartfelt thank-you to Ms. L. Reino of Vancouver, BC.

Thank you for your generosity in becoming a collector of my original work and supporting my vision. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to contribute to your own personal art collection. I hope that my artwork brings you as much joy as it brought me while creating it.

About this painting

From a distance this abstract mixed media painting may appear to be simply 3 shaded bands of blue. So, like most abstract art, it begs closer examination. Against a palette of bright whites, light, mossy greens, and deep blues, subtle hints of warm hues create a scene reminiscent of a tranquil, seaside landscape. 

The painting invites viewers to immerse themselves in the serene and rejuvenating qualities of the natural world. Organic shapes and abstract forms intertwine with prominent markings in thick layers of sand and gesso across the canvas. Together these gestures, shapes, and textures may suggest the fluidity and ever-changing aspects of the natural environment.

This original abstract painting is acrylic, sand, and gesso on canvas and it measures 9” x 12”.

Little Gems Series

This original abstract painting is part of my Little Gems Series. I use these paintings as small studies to both explore new ideas and practice old ones. Similar to the way musicians do vocal exercises or practice their scales, this is a painter’s practice so-to-speak. 

Every Little Gem is infused with the joy, love and passion that I feel in the studio and that energy is imbued into the painting–my gift to you!

You can see most of my Little Gems Series on Saatchi Art.

Prints and Original Artwork for Sale Online

While the original painting has been sold, you can buy high-quality prints of Go Be In Nature online at Saatchi Art here:

https://fwf0.short.gy/go-be-in-nature-p 

Reproduction prints on Saatchi Art are available in 3 formats:

Fine Art Paper

310 GSM, 100% cotton linters, archival quality, natural white finish with a slightly structured, soft-textured surface.

Metal

Specialized inks infused into specially coated, thin, high gloss aluminum sheets. Exhibit mounted on 2mm black Styrene and finished with a black Metal Inset Frame.

Canvas

Museum grade, matte textured (20.5 mil), bright white, poly-cotton blend with no additives and no agents.

Which Of The 7 C's Does This Make You Feel?

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Self Authenticity by Deb Chaney (9” x 12”)

I’m delighted to say that my original abstract painting Self Authenticity has been sold.

While I don’t have the buyer’s details, I would like to offer my thanks and gratitude to them for choosing my artwork. I hope it makes a wonderful addition to your art collection. 

And to all the other art lovers out there, even though the original painting of Self Authenticity has been purchased, you can order prints of it online through Saatchi Art. (See the bottom of the page for more details about reproductions.)

About this painting

This painting is very much about the practice of not only being our authentic selves, but completely loving ourselves the way we are. It’s an ongoing practice, to be experienced moment by moment.

The gold mica flakes in this painting represent the gold deep within–that is your authentic self.

The circle in the top left hand corner represents how we repeat patterns, continuing to learn over and over again. This is described in detail in Buddhism quite often.

The transparent watery turquoise rivers embody the flow of energy from your authentic self towards you speaking your truth.

According to Richard Swartz, in his book No Bad Parts, when we’re in our authentic self, we embody these core elements:

  • Curiosity

  • Compassion

  • Confidence

  • Creativity

  • Connectedness

  • Courage

  • Calmness

While sharing this information with a friend, I thought to myself:

When I am feeling these emotions listed that tell me I’m in my authentic self, this would be a good time to make important decisions.

Little Gems Series

This original abstract painting is part of my Little Gems Series. I use these paintings as small studies to both explore new ideas and practice old ones. Similar to the way musicians do vocal exercises or practice their scales, this is a painter’s practice so-to-speak.

Every Little Gem is infused with the joy, love and passion that I feel in the studio and that energy is imbued into the painting–my gift to you!

Go here to see more paintings in my Little Gems Series:

https://www.saatchiart.com/art-collection/painting-collage/Litte-Gems-Small-works-on-paper-and-loose-canvas/499285/160111/view

Prints and Original Artwork for Sale Online

You can buy high-quality prints of Self Authenticity online at Saatchi Art here:

https://www.saatchiart.com/print/Painting-Self-Authenticity/499285/10117097/view

Reproduction prints on Saatchi Art are available in 3 formats:

Fine Art Paper

310 GSM, 100% cotton linters, archival quality, natural white finish with a slightly structured, soft-textured surface.

Metal

Specialized inks infused into specially coated, thin, high gloss aluminum sheets. Exhibit mounted on 2mm black Styrene and finished with a black Metal Inset Frame.

Canvas

Museum grade, matte textured (20.5 mil), bright white, poly-cotton blend with no additives and no agents.

Is This The Greatest Gift An Artist Can Receive?

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Birthday Surprise by Deb Chaney

I’m thrilled to announce that my original abstract painting Birthday Surprise has been sold.

I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to the buyer. I’m honoured that you have made it part of your personal art collection. Knowing that someone appreciates and values my original artwork is truly the greatest gift.

While the original painting has been sold, high-quality reproductions are still available online through Saatchi Art. You can have them custom made in a range of sizes and formats.

About this painting

I painted Birthday Surprise in celebration of my birthday a few years ago. It’s actually part of a limited series of 6 paintings within my larger collection of Little Gems. 

I created the fun, lighthearted paintings with leftover fragments of wrapping paper from my daughter's birthday presents from a few weeks earlier. 

The painting process involved layering the collage with gesso, scraping back using a rubber shaper, then adding in some new darker collage materials for contrast. The fun and challenge was balancing the shapes and integrating them all together with the paint gestures.

These small paintings help me hone my skills and are made for pure fun and joy. I make them for myself and create them with love in creative bliss.

The other artworks in this 6-painting “Birthday Series” (seen in the gallery above) are:

Prints and Original Artwork for Sale Online

You can buy high-quality prints of Birthday Surprise online at Saatchi Art here:

https://www.saatchiart.com/print/Painting-Birthday-Surprise/499285/6332949/view 

Reproduction prints on Saatchi Art are available in 3 formats:

Fine Art Paper

310 GSM, 100% cotton linters, archival quality, natural white finish with a slightly structured, soft-textured surface.

Metal

Specialized inks infused into specially coated, thin, high gloss aluminum sheets. Exhibit mounted on 2mm black Styrene and finished with a black Metal Inset Frame.

Canvas

Museum grade, matte textured (20.5 mil), bright white, poly-cotton blend with no additives and no agents.

Only 1 Left in This Beautiful Series of Delights

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The Delight of Words and Paint iii of iii by Deb Chaney (9” x 12”)

I’m delighted to share that my original abstract painting The Delight of Words and Paint iii of iii has been sold. 

I am so honoured and thrilled just knowing that it is now part of someone’s personal art collection.

About this painting

As you can probably tell by the title, this original artwork is part of a series. It is the third of 3 paintings, 2 of which have now been sold.

Working with collage, acrylic paint, and new stencils inspired this process. An array of shades of light and dark greens dominate this abstract painting. Along with photocopied cutouts, strips of pages have been cut from books and collaged around the canvas.

This contemporary art painting is part of my Little Gems Series. These pieces are inspired by practice and play. Particularly the interplay between collage words and paint. These pieces are my practice and are so much fun to create.

The original painting measures 9” x 12” and is a mixed media artwork of acrylics and collaged book pages on paper.

Original Artwork and Prints for Sale Online

While the original has been purchased, you can buy high-quality prints of The Delight of Words and Paint iii of iii online at Saatchi Art here:

https://www.saatchiart.com/print/Painting-The-Delight-of-Words-and-Paint-iii-of-iii/499285/3231598/view

The Delight of Words and Paint i of iii has also been sold, but prints are available here:

https://www.saatchiart.com/print/Painting-The-Delight-of-Words-and-Paint-i-of-iii/499285/3231564/view 

The original painting of The Delight of Words and Paint ii of iii is still available and can be added to your art collection here: 

https://www.saatchiart.com/art/Painting-The-delight-of-Words-and-Paint-ii-of-iii/499285/3231586/view 

Reproduction prints on Saatchi Art are available in 3 formats:

Fine Art Paper

310 GSM, 100% cotton linters, archival quality, natural white finish with a slightly structured, soft-textured surface.

Metal

Specialized inks infused into specially coated, thin, high gloss aluminum sheets. Exhibit mounted on 2mm black Styrene and finished with a black Metal Inset Frame.

Canvas

Museum grade, matte textured (20.5 mil), bright white, poly-cotton blend with no additives or agents.

What Do You Need To Feel Good?

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You Know You've Got it if it Makes You Feel Good by Deb Chaney (9” x 12”)

It is with great appreciation I share that my original abstract painting was sold earlier in the year. The one-of-a-kind painting is titled You Know You've Got it if it Makes You Feel Good.

I would like to send a heartfelt thank-you to Ms. Lasquite of Talisay City, Philippines for your incredible enthusiasm and passion for my artwork. 

I am so grateful to not only have worked together at Elephant Stock, but to now have you as one of my collectors. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

About this painting

Vibrant colours dance across the canvas, bursting with energy in a symphony of blue and green hues. The large, bold strokes of colour pulsate with life as they lead your eye around the artwork.

The title of this playful and energetic painting was inspired by the lyrics of the song Piece of my Heart, which was a huge hit for Janis Joplin. You can hear her version of the song and follow along with the lyrics in the YouTube video below.

The original painting measures 9” x 12” and is acrylic on paper.

My Little Gems Series

This little painting is part of my Little Gems Series, which I use for testing new techniques and practicing old ones. They are infused with the joy, love, and passion I feel in the studio. That energy is imbued into the painting as my gift to you!

You can see more original paintings in this collection here:

https://www.saatchiart.com/art-collection/painting-collage/Litte-Gems-Small-works-on-paper-and-loose-canvas/499285/160111/viewTK 

Prints for Sale Online

While the original artwork has been sold, you can get prints and reproduction in a variety of sizes and formats here:

https://www.saatchiart.com/print/Painting-You-Know-You-ve-Got-It-If-It-Make-You-Feel-Good/499285/11237901/view  

Reproduction prints on Saatchi Art are available in 3 formats:

Fine Art Paper

310 GSM, 100% cotton linters, archival quality, natural white finish with a slightly structured, soft-textured surface.

Metal

Specialized inks infused into specially coated, thin, high gloss aluminum sheets. Exhibit mounted on 2mm black Styrene and finished with a black Metal Inset Frame.

Canvas

Museum grade, matte textured (20.5 mil), bright white, poly-cotton blend with no additives or agents.

Can You See What's 'Happy' in This Abstract Painting?

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Happy by Deb Chaney (24” x 24”)

I’m happy to share that my original abstract painting Happy was sold. I’m truly honoured and thrilled that it is now part of someone’s art collection.

About this painting

This painting was originally created when my 15 year old daughter, Ruthie– who was enthusiastically re-decorating her room at the time–used the colour palette in this painting as her theme. 

She had initially asked to borrow a painting of mine that I had in inventory. But after looking through my paintings, nothing quite fit the bill for the colour and size specifications that she desired. Therefore, I did what I do. 

I painted. 

And I created this painting to match the theme of her room decor at the time. She of course grew up, as children do, and changed the colour palette and design of her room. As a result, the painting ended up back in my inventory. And due to that, it was recently purchased by a collector here on Gabriola Island, British Columbia, Canada.

The original square painting measures 24” x 24” and is a mixed media artwork composed of gold leaf, sand, acrylics, and collaged book pages and cut-out letters.

The colour palette is largely white, with gold and greyish turquoise. Recurring patterns create a flow throughout the painting as swooping gestural brushstrokes move your eye around the canvas.

Prints for Sale Online

While the original painting has been purchased, you can buy high-quality prints of Happy online at Saatchi Art here:

https://www.saatchiart.com/print/Painting-Happy/499285/4394568/view 

Reproduction prints on Saatchi Art are available in 3 formats:

Fine Art Paper

310 GSM, 100% cotton linters, archival quality, natural white finish with a slightly structured, soft-textured surface.

Metal

Specialized inks infused into specially coated, thin, high gloss aluminum sheets. Exhibit mounted on 2mm black Styrene and finished with a black Metal Inset Frame.

Canvas

Museum grade, matte textured (20.5 mil), bright white, poly-cotton blend with no additives or agents.

How Many 7s Can You Find In This Painting?

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God Keeps Opening Doors For Me by Deb Chaney (9” x 12”)

I'm so happy to share the news that my contemporary abstract painting was sold to a private collector. I am truly honoured that you have chosen to add my original artwork to your collection.

I would also like to extend my gratitude to Free Spirit Gallery on Gabriola Island for facilitating the sale of my original painting, God Keeps Opening Doors For Me.

About this painting

This original piece of abstract artwork was painted in 2016. The acrylic on paper uses collage and pen and measures 9” x 12”.

The colour palette of soft pastels blends seamlessly with earthy tones, creating a harmonious balance. Hints of gold leaf shimmer like celestial rays, symbolizing hope and enlightenment, help make this a thought-provoking and uplifting piece of artwork.

The central motif—a partially open door—is a powerful symbol of opportunity, transition, and revelation. The door stands slightly ajar, suggesting that there are infinite possibilities waiting beyond.

About my Little Gems Series

This painting is part of my Little Gems Series of pieces that I create while practicing techniques, teaching art lessons, and for my own fun and creative exploration. I use them to hone my skills and to explore new techniques and ideas. 

Each painting in the series is bursting with the joy, love, and passion I feel in the studio. And all that energy and positivity is infused in every piece of artwork – which becomes my gift to you!

You can see more abstract paintings in the series here at Saatchi Art.

Other Prints and Original Artwork for Sale Online

While the original painting is now in someone’s art collection, you can buy high-quality prints of God Keeps Opening Doors For Me online at Saatchi Art here:

https://www.saatchiart.com/art/Painting-God-Keeps-Opening-Doors-For-Me/499285/3324670/view 

Reproduction prints on Saatchi Art are available in 3 formats:

Fine Art Paper

310 GSM, 100% cotton linters, archival quality, natural white finish with a slightly structured, soft-textured surface.

Metal

Specialized inks infused into specially coated, thin, high gloss aluminum sheets. Exhibit mounted on 2mm black Styrene and finished with a black Metal Inset Frame.

Canvas

Museum grade, matte textured (20.5 mil), bright white, poly-cotton blend with no additives or agents.

Which City Do You See in This Painting?

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Looking For A Place To Land by Deb Chaney (9” x 12”)

I'm thrilled to share that my original abstract painting Looking For A Place To Land was sold and added to somebody’s art collection.

I would first like to congratulate Sensei Anthony Evangelista and your beautiful wife on your recent marriage. And thank you for becoming collectors of this original Deb Chaney artwork. I am honoured in your choosing this painting and am truly grateful for your support.

About this painting

This painting was inspired by flying in an airplane over a city and looking down at all the tiny cars and roads below. You are descending through the clouds, heading toward this place you either call home or are just visiting.

This contemporary artwork’s colour palette consists of shades of turquoise, rusty and yellowish earth tones, and black paint with collaged layers of gold leaf, corrugated paper, and book pages.

Lines of varying thickness crisscross and curve around the canvas, offering a bird’s-eye view of the urban landscape below.

About my Little Gems Series

This painting is part of my Little Gems Series of pieces that I create while practicing techniques, teaching art lessons, and for my own fun and creative exploration. I use them to hone my skills and to explore new techniques and ideas. 

Each painting in the series is bursting with the joy, love, and passion I feel in the studio. And all that energy and positivity is infused in every piece of artwork – which becomes my gift to you!

You can see more abstract paintings in the series here at Saatchi Art.

Other Prints and Original Artwork for Sale Online

While the original painting is now in someone’s art collection, you can buy high-quality prints of Looking For A Place To Land online at Saatchi Art here:

https://www.saatchiart.com/print/Painting-Looking-For-A-Place-To-Land/499285/4990094/view 

Reproduction prints on Saatchi Art are available in 3 formats:

Fine Art Paper

310 GSM, 100% cotton linters, archival quality, natural white finish with a slightly structured, soft-textured surface.

Metal

Specialized inks infused into specially coated, thin, high gloss aluminum sheets. Exhibit mounted on 2mm black Styrene and finished with a black Metal Inset Frame.

Canvas

Museum grade, matte textured (20.5 mil), bright white, poly-cotton blend with no additives or agents.

Can You Feel the Love and Joy in These Paintings?

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Love by Deb chaney (9’ x 12”)

This post is to celebrate the sale of 2 of my original abstract paintings. I am absolutely honoured to be mailing these contemporary artworks to San Diego, California. 

Their new owner is writer, speaker, and creativity workshop facilitator Jill Badonsky. Her book, The Nine Modern Day Muses (and a Bodyguard), is a wonderfully useful guide for creatives. 

Jill was my first mentor in the creative process and is the creator of the Kaizen-Muse creativity coaching program with Dr. Robert Maurer. I am beyond thrilled and excited that my paintings will be added to to art collection.

Joy by Deb Chaney (9” x 12”)

About these paintings

Both of these abstract paintings are acrylic on canvas. As you can tell by their titles, they share a common emotional tone and theme. 

Love is the more colourful of the 2 paintings, with striking squares of deep yellow and bold lines of bright red. Purple and white round out the colour palette with a flower and “love” playfully handwritten on the painting.

Joy has a lighter, more carefree colour palette of white, light yellow-orange, and peach layered over bits of dark red. The canvas is mostly white, with strokes through the paint creating an X's and O's board. A string of O’s loops along the bottom, while a larger one breaks the rules and sits upon the line between 2 empty squares. The word “JOY” is is stenciled in black in the bottom corner of the painting.

These paintings are part of my Litte Gems Series, pieces I create during my painting practice, when I’m teaching art lessons, and for my own fun and creative exploration.

About my Little Gems Series

My ongoing Little Gems Series is a collection of paintings that begin as practice pieces. I use them to hone my skills as well as explore and try out new techniques and ideas. 

Each painting in the series is bursting with the joy, love, and passion I feel in the studio. And all that energy and positivity is infused in every piece of artwork – which becomes my gift to you!

You can see more abstract paintings in the series here at Saatchi Art.

Prints and Other Original Artwork for Sale Online

While the originals have been purchased, you can buy high-quality prints of Love and Joy online at Saatchi Art here:

https://www.saatchiart.com/print/Painting-Love/499285/4144078/view 

https://www.saatchiart.com/art/Painting-Joy/499285/4140909/view 

You can browse through my Little Gems Series here:

https://www.saatchiart.com/art-collection/Litte-Gems-Small-works-on-paper-and-loose-canvas/499285/160111/view

Reproduction prints on Saatchi Art are available in 3 formats:

Fine Art Paper

310 GSM, 100% cotton linters, archival quality, natural white finish with a slightly structured, soft-textured surface.

Metal

Specialized inks infused into specially coated, thin, high gloss aluminum sheets. Exhibit mounted on 2mm black Styrene and finished with a black Metal Inset Frame.

Canvas

Museum grade, matte textured (20.5 mil), bright white, poly-cotton blend with no additives or agents.

Can You Find a Dog Hidden in One of These Paintings?

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Covid Creations ii of iii by Deb Chaney (8” x 10”)

I am thrilled to share that 3 of my abstract paintings have been sold – Covid Creations i, ii, and iii.

Therefore, I would like to extend a warm thank-you to Dave and Tonya in North Vancouver for collecting my original artwork and being such wonderful supporters of my career. I am so appreciative of your kindness this past summer.

About these paintings

These “little gem” paintings were created during the pandemic at Braid Street Studios in New Westminster. 

The abstract artworks are a celebration of mixed media as gels, pastels, acrylics, and spray paint all interplay to create these unique and creativity-inspired landscapes that were my sanctuary during the quarantine period in 2020.

One thing that sets these apart from many of my Little Gems is that these paintings are on canvas rather than paper. Each of these paintings measures 8" x 10" x 1".

About my Little Gems Series

My ongoing Little Gems Series is a collection of paintings that begin as practice pieces. I use them to hone my skills as well as explore and try out new techniques and ideas. 

Each painting in the series is bursting with the joy, love, and passion I feel in the studio. And all that energy and positivity is infused in every piece of artwork – which becomes my gift to you!

You can see more abstract paintings in the series here at Saatchi Art.

Other Prints and Original Artwork for Sale Online

While the original artwork has already found itself a home, you can still grace your walls with high-quality prints in a range of sizes and formats.

You can buy high-quality prints of Covid Creations i of iii online at Saatchi Art here:

https://www.saatchiart.com/art/Painting-Covid-Creations-i-of-iii/499285/8639305/view 

You can buy high-quality prints of Covid Creations ii of iii online at Saatchi Art here:

https://www.saatchiart.com/art/Painting-Crossing-Over-ii-of-ii/499285/4195827/view 

You can buy high-quality prints of Covid Creations iii of iii online at Saatchi Art here:

https://www.saatchiart.com/art/Painting-Covid-Creations-iii-of-iii/499285/8639315/view 

Reproduction prints on Saatchi Art are available in 3 formats:

Fine Art Paper

310 GSM, 100% cotton linters, archival quality, natural white finish with a slightly structured, soft-textured surface.

Metal

Specialized inks infused into specially coated, thin, high gloss aluminum sheets. Exhibit mounted on 2mm black Styrene and finished with a black Metal Inset Frame.

Canvas

Museum grade, matte textured (20.5 mil), bright white, poly-cotton blend with no additives or agents.

My Thanks to the Collector of These 2 Paintings

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Crossing Over i of ii by Deb Chaney (23” x 30”)

This post is to announce that 2 of my abstract paintings have been sold. I would like to extend a warm thank-you to Ms. Knowler of Burnaby, BC, Canada. I am deeply grateful for your becoming a collector of my original artwork and thank you for this.

About These Paintings

The complementary paintings are primarily composed of multiple layers of whites and greys.  On top of these are dark, rusty reds in thick, gestural strokes creating a sense of aggressive motion. Layers of faint black handwriting can be seen in the background.

The heavily layered and textured paintings both measure 23” x 30”.

These paintings are part of my Fragments of Life Series. I began the series in 2013 and continue to work on it and evolve it to this day.  Each painting is an echo of my own personal evolution and life journey.

Crossing Over iI of ii by Deb Chaney (23” x 30”)

About My Fragments of Life Series

I begin with a blank white sheet of roughly textured 23” x 30”  300-pound water colour paper, a palette knife, and some heavy body acrylic paint mixed with gel medium. And, most importantly, the compelling need to create. 

When I begin I often don’t know what the painting is about. As the process evolves, I learn about the painting and myself. Each painting can be a culmination of up to 20-30 layers added and taken away, taking anywhere from a week to several months for a painting to reach completion.

During this time I am in a relationship with the art piece and I learn its meaning and significance, understanding what the painting has to teach me and show me. There is often contradiction and tension – fuel for the creative fire. 

The blending and glazing of colours, the scratching and removing of paint to reveal under colours, the embedding of collage ephemera, the use of pencil and conte markings and scribblings all expressions of feelings of the beauty and the pain, the freedom and the frustration, the evolution and feelings of being stuck all encompassed in this journey of life.

These are the fragments of my life.

Other Prints and Original Artwork for Sale Online

You can buy high-quality prints of Crossing Over i of ii online at Saatchi Art here:

https://www.saatchiart.com/art/Painting-Crossing-Over-i-of-ii/499285/4195824/view 

You can buy high-quality prints of Crossing Over ii of ii online at Saatchi Art here:

https://www.saatchiart.com/art/Painting-Crossing-Over-ii-of-ii/499285/4195827/view 

More paintings in this series can be found here:

https://www.saatchiart.com/art-collection/painting/Fragments-of-Life-Medium-Size-23-x-30-Paintings/499285/62385/view 

Reproduction prints on Saatchi Art are available in 3 formats:

Fine Art Paper

310 GSM, 100% cotton linters, archival quality, natural white finish with a slightly structured, soft-textured surface.

Metal

Specialized inks infused into specially coated, thin, high gloss aluminum sheets. Exhibit mounted on 2mm black Styrene and finished with a black Metal Inset Frame.

Canvas

Museum grade, matte textured (20.5 mil), bright white, poly-cotton blend with no additives or agents.

Original Artwork “(Up & Down) The Ladder Of Life” Sold

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(Up & Down) The Ladder Of Life by Deb Chaney

This post is to celebrate the sale of my original artwork, (Up & Down) The Ladder Of Life. First and foremost, I would like to thank the art collector for choosing to add this abstract painting to their private collection. You are deeply appreciated and I am so grateful for your patronage.

Secondly, I would like to thank Free Spirit Gallery here on Gabriola Island for facilitating the sale of this artwork.

About This Painting

This painting is a mixed media abstract painting on paper using acrylics, ink, and elements of collage with printed text and paper. With a dynamic and vibrant composition full of motion and energy, the many layers and textures add depth and complexity to the piece.

The colour palette consists of bold hues such as deep blues and dark greens. These contrast with warm yellows, fiery oranges, and bright swaths of white. The colors blend and interact with each other, forming an organic and harmonious composition that invites exploration and contemplation.

Bold brushstrokes reveal a sense of spontaneity and intuition. Swirling lines, drips, and gestural movements add to the painting’s sense of movement and energy.

This little painting is part of my Little Gems Series, which I use for testing new techniques and practicing old ones. While the original has been sold, prints in a variety of sizes and canvases are available through Saatchi Art online.

Prints and Original Artwork for Sale Online

You can buy high-quality prints of (Up & Down) The Ladder Of Life online at Saatchi Art here:

https://www.saatchiart.com/print/Painting-Up-Down-The-Ladder-Of-Life/499285/6215799/view

You can see more paintings in the Little Gems series here:

https://www.saatchiart.com/art-collection/painting/Litte-Gems-Small-works-on-paper-and-loose-canvas/499285/160111/view

Reproduction prints on Saatchi Art are available in 3 formats:

Fine Art Paper

310 GSM, 100% cotton linters, archival quality, natural white finish with a slightly structured, soft-textured surface.

Metal

Specialized inks infused into specially coated, thin, high gloss aluminum sheets. Exhibit mounted on 2mm black Styrene and finished with a black Metal Inset Frame.

Canvas

Museum grade, matte textured (20.5 mil), bright white, poly-cotton blend with no additives and no agents.

Original Artwork "The Lost Poem" Sold

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The Lost Poem by Deb Chaney (9” x 12”)

This post is to celebrate the sale of my original abstract artwork, The Lost Poem. It was recently purchased by Ms. Jackson of Gabriola Island, British Columbia, Canada. I would like to offer my heartfelt thanks and appreciation that you have chosen to add my painting to your collection.

About This Painting

This painting was inspired by the idea of old writings – texts and books and poems – being lost for long periods of time and how they are often full of ancient wisdom and insights. When we finally discover these lost writings, it is like striking cultural gold.

The abstract painting features a rich tapestry of colours, textures, and expressive brushstrokes that come together harmoniously on the canvas. The main colours are gold and blue, with many tones and hues of each. Exploring the canvas, you will discover azure, cobalt, cerulean, turquoise, and more, contrasting with amber, lemon, and other yellows.

Layers of acrylic paint have been applied to multiple layers of collage with pages from old books, textured corrugated cardboard, and gold leaf, resulting in a complex and multidimensional surface.

Prints and Original Artwork for Sale Online

You can buy high-quality prints of The Lost Poem online at Saatchi Art here:

https://www.saatchiart.com/art/Painting-The-Lost-Poem/499285/4990089/view 

Other paintings are available here:

https://www.saatchiart.com/account/artworks/499285 

Reproduction prints on Saatchi Art are available in 3 formats:

Fine Art Paper

310 GSM, 100% cotton linters, archival quality, natural white finish with a slightly structured, soft-textured surface.

Metal

Specialized inks infused into specially coated, thin, high gloss aluminum sheets. Exhibit mounted on 2mm black Styrene and finished with a black Metal Inset Frame.

Canvas

Museum grade, matte textured (20.5 mil), bright white, poly-cotton blend with no additives and no agents.

Original Artwork “Full Moon Frog Pond” Sold

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Full Moon Frog Pond by Deb Chaney (8” x 10”)

This post is to celebrate the sale of original artwork from my Full Moon Frog Pond series of paintings. I’d like to extend a heartfelt thank-you to Mrs. Bev McNicoll of British Columbia, Canada for her purchase of the painting Full Moon Frog Pond #02-003. I’m so excited that you love this piece and I’m eager to see the frame you choose and where you place this unique, little deckled edge painting in your home. Thank you for becoming a collector.

About This Painting

This painting is part of a series in which I collaborated with composer Gregory Rosa to create a special edition collection of “pieces of the pond”. A few of these paintings were made available with a limited edition Full Moon Frog Pond CD. You can sample the music that accompanies the art on Gregory Rosa’s website here: http://www.gregoryrosa.com/. 

The painting’s colour palette consists of many hues of green – from dark to light to mossy to turquoise. The grassy greens give a sense of a verdant marsh or pond, while the large, textured blue-green circle emerging from the upper corner elicits a closeup of a frog’s eye.

Its many layers add a tactile quality to the painting, creating an engaging visual experience. The composition is rich with depth and complexity, inviting the eye to explore every corner of the canvas and see it in different ways. For example, bold straight lines of black ink alongside lighter squiggles elicit an aerial view far removed from the closeup perspective.

Prints and Original Artwork for Sale Online

You can buy high-quality prints of Full Moon Frog Pond 02-003 online at Saatchi Art here:

https://www.saatchiart.com/art/Painting-02-003/499285/1886863/view 

You can see more paintings in the Full Moon Frog Pond series here:

https://www.saatchiart.com/art-collection/painting/Full-Moon-Frog-Pond-8-x-10-on-Paper/499285/62386/view 

Reproduction prints on Saatchi Art are available in 3 formats:

Fine Art Paper

310 GSM, 100% cotton linters, archival quality, natural white finish with a slightly structured, soft-textured surface.

Metal

Specialized inks infused into specially coated, thin, high gloss aluminum sheets. Exhibit mounted on 2mm black Styrene and finished with a black Metal Inset Frame.

Canvas

Museum grade, matte textured (20.5 mil), bright white, poly-cotton blend with no additives and no agents.

Original Artwork Clearing Fear Sold

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Clearing Fear by Deb Chaney (36” x 48”)

This is a post to celebrate the sale of my original artwork. I would like to extend a warm thank you to the Florida-based interior design firm, LC Designs, for purchasing my mixed media abstract painting Clearing Fear. I am very excited to see where this artwork is placed and I am truly grateful for your choosing my image for your interior design installation.

About This Painting

This painting is about “living above the line”. This is a lifestyle concept for well-being in which we choose mindful compassion and loving kindness in our behaviour and being. It rejects living “below the line”, which has us acting out of reaction, with hatred, jealousy, vengeance, or anger.

Living in this place of love requires conscious awareness. And I believe we must practice this elevated way of being, using all possible resources to remain there. This painting Clearing Fear is vibrationally imbued with the intention and sense of recognizing and accepting your fears, then releasing them to wash away.

This large-scale artwork measures 36” x 48” x 1.5”. The spiritually inspired painting is heavily textured and consists of the colours of white, gold, light blue, and eggshell.

Prints and Original Artwork for Sale Online

You can buy high-quality prints of Clearing Fear online at Saatchi Art here:

https://www.saatchiart.com/print/Painting-Clearing-Fear/499285/7181955/view 

The image of this painting was licensed to Netflix in 2022 for Season 1 of its series The Imperfects, where it can be seen hanging in a main character’s house. You can read more about this in an earlier post from last year.

This painting’s image is available in a high-resolution digital format for licensing for your interior design projects, TV and Film Sets, or personal art needs and print projects. Please contact the artist directly via email at info@debchaney.com for a licensing agreement and costs. 

A further selection of large-format textured abstract paintings can be found here in the Pure Abstraction collection: https://www.saatchiart.com/art-collection/painting/Pure-Abstraction-Medium-24-x-36-to-large-36-x-48/499285/66162/view 

Reproductions Prints on Saatchi Art are available in 3 formats:

Fine Art Paper

310 GSM, 100% cotton linters, archival quality, natural white finish with a slightly structured, soft-textured surface.

Metal

Specialized inks infused into specially coated, thin, high gloss aluminum sheets. Exhibit-mounted on 2mm black Styrene and finished with a black Metal Inset Frame.

Canvas

Museum grade, matte textured (20.5 mil), bright white, poly-cotton blend with no additives and no agents.

Original Painting "The Delight of Words and Paint i of iii" Sold

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The Delight of Words and Paint i of iii By Deb Chaney (9” x 12”)

This post is to celebrate the recent sale of my original abstract painting, The Delight of Words and Paint i of iii. I would like to extend my gratitude and a big thank you to Suzanne of British Columbia, Canada.

Thank you, Suzanne, for becoming a collector of original artwork. I am sold glad that you found (and love!) this Little Gems painting. It has truly been a delight connecting with you and establishing this connection through art.

About This Painting

As you can tell by the title, this is part of a series of 3 paintings. They were created while I was teaching a 3-day mixed media abstract painting workshop at the Pacific Northwest Art School on Whidbey Island in Washington State. 

I was sharing with the class techniques for layering, incorporating elements of collage while giving attention to the use of space and applying marks with mindful repetition. I am always grateful for this class at this beautiful location which I hold so dear to my heart. 

The painting uses space to create a tranquil and ethereal sense of airy openness. Darker forest greens contrast with lighter, mossy greens and white. Small repetitive squares, concentric circles, and gesture marks create motion on top of typeset words collaged below.

As mentioned above, this abstract painting is included in my Little Gems Series, which are small paintings that I create to try new techniques and practice old ones. And, of course, for fun.

You can buy high-quality prints of The Delight of Words and Paint i of iii online at Saatchi Art here:

https://www.saatchiart.com/print/Painting-The-Delight-of-Words-and-Paint-i-of-iii/499285/3231564/view 

Prints and Original Artwork for Sale Online

This painting’s image is available in a high-resolution digital format for licensing for your interior design projects, TV and Film Sets, or personal art needs and print projects. Please contact the artist directly via email at info@debchaney.com for a licensing agreement and costs. 

Reproductions Prints on Saatchi Art are available in 3 formats:

Fine Art Paper

310 GSM, 100% cotton linters, archival quality, natural white finish with a slightly structured, soft-textured surface.

Metal

Specialized inks infused into specially coated, thin, high gloss aluminum sheets. Exhibit mounted on 2mm black Styrene and finished with a black Metal Inset Frame.

Canvas

Museum grade, matte textured (20.5 mil), bright white, poly-cotton blend with no additives and no agents.

Commissioned Artwork: Michelle’s Drishti Painting

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Michelle’s Drishti Painting by Deb Chaney (48” x 36”)

This post is to celebrate a commissioned painting I recently completed in 2021. I’d also like to share that I offer commissioned artwork and that the commission in-take form is available online here: https://www.debchaney.com/commissions. 

About This Painting

This abstract artwork was inspired by healing affirmations, with carefully chosen colours, and a grounding texture of local sand. Each element was specifically selected with the support of the patron who commissioned this Drishti Painting. 

The overall inspiration behind all of my Drishti Paintings is to create a healing piece of artwork to enrich the owner’s meditation practice. Therefore, the meaning and significance of this painting are personal to its owner.

This Dristhi Painting is a heavily layered and textured landscape abstract painting. It integrates small and large Flower Of Life symbols from sacred geometry, which represent the positive effects of connection on our personal well-being. The painting is calming yet bold, with shades of turquoise, gold, and deep red-orange colours.

As a commissioned painting, the original has been sold, but prints are available here:

https://www.saatchiart.com/art/Painting-Michelle-s-Drishti-Painting/499285/10012607/view 

Prints and Original Artwork for Sale Online

This painting’s image is available in a high-resolution digital format for licensing for your interior design projects, TV and Film Sets, or personal art needs and print projects. Please contact the artist directly via email at info@debchaney.com for licensing agreement and costs.

Original Painting “The Flower Cup ii” Sold

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The Flower Cup ii by Deb Chaney (9” x 12”)

This post is to celebrate the sale of my original abstract painting The Flower Cup ii. It was bought by a collector at the art exhibit I did with Sara Graeme last summer at the Free Spirit Gallery on Gabriola Island.

About This Painting

The inspiration for this painting came during the summer when I saw a woman enjoying her coffee in an eye-catching cup, sitting outside the Vancouver Art Gallery. The beautiful demitasse was covered in flowers, and this scene of the woman, her cup, and the flower beds near the gallery in full bloom, inspired my small series of Flower Cup paintings.

This exuberant abstract acrylic painting boasts vivid purples, violets, magentas, and yellows. The bright colours, swirling brush strokes, and white space create a joyful, uplifting mood.

This painting is part of my Little Gems Series, a prolific series of small paintings that are created for fun, with joy, and for creative practice.

You can buy a print of The Flower Cup ii through Saatchi Art online here:

https://www.saatchiart.com/print/Painting-The-Flower-Cup-ii/499285/7224653/view 

See more paintings in the Little Gems Series here: https://www.saatchiart.com/art-collection/painting/Litte-Gems-Small-9-x12-Paintings/499285/160111/view 

Prints and Original Artwork for Sale Online

This painting’s image is available in a high-resolution digital format for licensing for your interior design projects, TV and Film Sets, or personal art needs and print projects. Please contact the artist directly via email at info@debchaney.com for licensing agreement and costs.