Tuesday, January 7, 2014

BERRY GOOD

Berry Good
Original
oil on canvas board
10" x 8"
$150
©Nancy Tokos Fine Art 

All Rights Reserved 2014

Original. The bird with an orange crown dines on seeds and fruit, also insects.  And, according to my painting, blue berries  Add that one to the history books.  Actually, I don't know which bird this is but the picture turned out and now its an oil painting.  Save shipping fee and pick up direct from Portrait4All Gallery in San Diego.   Ships within 2-3 days.


This is an original work of art by California artist, Nancy Tokos, member American Impressionist Society, San Diego Portrait Society and Oil Painters of America.  Oil on canvas.  Safely packaged and shipped via FedEx but please allow 1-5 days for shipping. Save shipping and take delivery from my bricks and motar studio location in San Diego.  Oil paintings + drawings are very handsome in "barnwood" frame, my favorite available at Frame USA http://www.frameusa.com/wood-frames/appalachian-barnwood-picture-frames *. Values, may vary slightly between the actual painting and the image on your computer due to my digital camera settings, time of day the photograph is taken and the monitor you are looking at right now. *

Shipping will be a separate charge based entirely on your location.  "Buy Now" reflects price of painting and California Sales Tax.



Monday, January 6, 2014

HAPPY MEAL


Happy Meal
Original
7" x 5"
pencil on Bristol plate
SOLD
©Nancy Tokos 2014



Original.  Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens.  Who do you suppose is playing with whom ?!  I've tried to capture the green eyed kitten but my talent is drawing not photography.  Sorry 'bout that !  There is a zing of green that makes this an offical Cute Kitten picture, stop your moaning !  The paper has been textured with a little watercolor, which seems to be working rather nice for me lately.  Visit my working artist studio in San Diego to save the shipping fee.  Ships 2-3 days.






Saturday, January 4, 2014

SNACKABLES


                                 
"Snackables"
Original
12" x 9"
pencil on toned paper
animals
©Nancy Tokos 2014
SOLD

Original.  Why buy a kitten when you can adopt from shelters ?  Adoptapet.com/s/kittens-for-sale
Unless you are allergic to kittens, in which case, you can buy my drawing instead.  Save shipping fee and pick up direct from Portrait4All Gallery in San Diego.  This comes framed and ships within 2-3 days.



Thursday, December 5, 2013

STILL OF THE NIGHT

"Still of the Night"
Original
Oil on 10"x8" canvas panel
©Nancy Tokos  2014
SOLD

Original.   Love painting glass ! If you would like to buy, it is perfect for the holidays and 6 months from now, perfect for a cozy corner in the library during summer.  Or if you used to smoke cigars, perhaps you are content with just remembering.  Save shipping fee and pick up direct from Portrait4All Gallery in San Diego.  This comes framed and ships within 2-3 days.


Friday, November 29, 2013

WIDE OPEN SPACES

Wide Open Spaces
Original
Oil on Canvas panel
10"x8"

©Nancy Tokos Fine Art All Rights Reserved 2014
Price $275



Original.  Any excuse to use my tube of Cadium Red Light. Original.  If you would like to buy, it is perfect for the holidays and 6 months from now, perfect for a cozy corner in the sitting room during summer. Save shipping fee and pick up direct from Portraits4All Gallery in San Diego.  This comes framed and ships within 2-3 days.


This is an original work of art by California artist, Nancy Tokos, member American Impressionist Society, San Diego Portrait Society and Oil Painters of America.  Oil on a canvas panel. Framed in a black frame trimmed in gold color, I can send you a picture.  Safely packaged and shipped via FedEx but please allow 1-5 days for shipping. You can take delivery from my bricks and motar studio location in San Diego.  Oil paintings + drawings are very handsome in "barnwood" frame, my favorite available at Frame USA http://www.frameusa.com/wood-frames/appalachian-barnwood-picture-frames *. Values, may vary slightly between the actual painting and the image on your computer due to my digital camera settings, time of day the photograph is taken and the monitor you are looking at right now. *

Shipping will be a separate charge based entirely on your location.  "Buy Now" reflects price of painting and California Sales Tax.

Sunday, November 17, 2013

GINGER (Edwardian)

Ginger
figurative
oil on masonite
12"x12"
©Nancy Tokos Fine Art All Rights Reserved 2014
price $295

Original.  Hair styles can be inspiring. I found this woman's red hair and fair complexion delicate features interesting.  Her gown just sort of evolved on its own and made the painting more interesting.  Most artists will admit mistakes can be the mother of invention and the dress texture was a chance for me to try a few different tricks.  It worked out.  There will be an additional $15 (or FedEx $30) shipping if you cannot pick up from my San Diego gallery. Framed and wired and ready to hang in your living room. Follow me on Facebook.https://www.facebook.com/nancytokos/art

Saturday, November 16, 2013

FISHERMAN'S DAUGHTER

"Fisherman's Daughter"
Figurative
Oil on Masonite
24"x18"

price $595
©Nancy Tokos Fine Art All Rights Reserved 2014
SOLD

Original.  Oil on masonite (hardboard).  Inspired  with this young girls plight, I first drew her portrait in charcoal, just the head and shoulder (and it is also available) but I will post at a separate time.  She is a turn-of-the-century immigrant and the setting is San Francisco.  I am very fond of this painting and it has been an NFS for years but it is time for someone new to enjoy.





Saturday, November 9, 2013

SNOW ON BEAK

"Snow on Beak"
Original
Oil on canvas panel 
10"x8"
SOLD
©Nancy Tokos 2014


Original. The cardinal is the only red bird in eastern North America with a crest on top of it's head, which rises when the bird sense danger. They dine on seeds, fruit, insects and according to my painting, snow. Add that one to the history books !


This is an original work of art by California artist, Nancy Tokos, member American Impressionist Society and Oil Painters of America.  Oil on gesso'd masonite board.  Safely packaged and shipped via FedEx but please allow 1-5 days for shipping. Save shipping and take delivery from my bricks and motar studio location in San Diego.  Oil paintings + drawings are very handsome in "barnwood" frame, my favorite available at Frame USA http://www.frameusa.com/.  However, this one comes with a great frame, handmade by local brilliant craftsman.  I can send you a close-up photo.
* colors, values, may vary slightly between the actual portrait and the image on your computer due to my digital camera settings, time of day the photograph is taken and the monitor you are looking at right now. *

Monday, November 4, 2013

APACHE BRAVE

Apache Brave
Original
Charcoal on paper
17" x 11"
Price $125
©Nancy Tokos Fine Art All Rights Reserved 2013



Original. Charcoal pencil on Strathmore paper.  Inspiration for this stunning North American Indian drawing was from the brilliant 20th century photographer, Edward Curtis.  The tribes were a vanishing race so with the help of a $75K grant from J.P. Morgan, Curtis photographed the tribes and amassed a huge library of their photos immortalizing this culture.  This particular man, De Gizzeh-Rolling, was photographed in 1906 by Curtis.  It was taken after the American government put him on the Reservation.  The look of pride remains but most likely, resignation.  If you are a collector of Southwest Art, this is for you !  Framed and wired and ready to hang in your living room.  I ship with the assurance of FEDEX.


Sunday, November 3, 2013

ALEUTIAN MUM

"Aleutian Mum"
Original
Charcoal on paper
14" x 11"
©Nancy Tokos Fine Art All Rights Reserved 2014
SOLD

Original. The Aleuts were in the far western part of Alaska and are part of my fascination with Native Americans. Infectious diseases dwindled their population to about 2,000 but their culture continues and number around 15,000.Buy Now and this charcoal wash painting will be shipped anywhere in continental U.S. or Canada or visit my Fine Arts Gallery & Studio in San Diego to save the $30 shipping fee. If you do not see what you need, be sure to contact us for a custom painting.

 

Saturday, November 2, 2013

5 FEATHERS

"5 Feathers"
Original
Charcoal on 400 lb. Bristol Board
Price $195
©Nancy Tokos 2014


Original.  This is an interesting technique.  I paint with charcoal powder.  Start with a big brush and mix it with water then block in the shapes.  Some brush strokes remain and others are moved around, or taken away then a charcoal pencil defines and refines.  Signed.  Sprayed with a fixative.   Buy Now and it will be shipped anywhere in continental U.S. or Canada, framed & ready to hang in your favorite room. Or visit my Fine Arts Gallery & Studio in San Diego to save the $30 shipping fee. If you do not see what you need, be sure to contact us for a custom painting.  Framed painting shipped within 2-3 business days of purchase.


Friday, November 1, 2013

Native North American Child

"Native North American Child"
Original
Charcoal
17"x11"
SOLD
©Nancy Tokos Fine Art All Rights Reserved 2014


Original.  Charcoal pencil on Strathmore paper.  Inspiration for this stunning North American Indian drawing was from brilliant 20thC photographer, Edward Curtis.  The tribes were a vanishing race so with the help of a $75K grant from J.P. Morgan, Curtis amassed a magnificient collection immortalizing this culture.   If you are a collector of Southwest Art, this would enhance your collection.  Framed and wired and ready to hang in your living room.  I ship with the assurance of FEDEX.