THE HAPPY PLACE

"THE HAPPY PLACE"
Original
Oil on Masonite
24" x 18"
SOLD
©Nancy Tokos 2014

Original.  Sometimes, the title says it all.  My Nikon does a good job recording the colors in this photograph but there is a slight "shine" at the top which is the work of a light source somewhere in the room and not my paint brush.

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This is an original work of art by California artist, Nancy Tokos, member American Impressionist Society and Oil Painters of America.  Oil paint on masonite.  Safely packaged and shipped via FedEx but please allow 1-5 days for shipping. Oil paintings + drawings dealing with the sea or nautical theme are very handsome in their "barnwood" frame, my favorite available at Frame USA http://www.frameusa.com/.
* colors, 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. *

BREAKFAST CLUB

"BREAKFAST CLUB"
Original
Oil on Canvas
24" x 18"
SOLD
© Nancy Tokos 2014

Original.  We live minutes from the beach so I would be quite crazy not to walk the beach as often as possible.  I take pictures with my little Canon Elph.  I'm sure if I ever read the instruction booklet,  the camera would do amazing things.  But for now, it's great reference for future paintings.  What my other camera has not done, is accurately captured the lovely orange highlites on the breasts of the birds.  They were very amusing, ambitiously pecking everything small that moved and then running from the water as it washed under their feet, or their three clawed toes.  Whatever they are called ...

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.  Safely packaged and ready to frame but please allow 1-5 days for shipping.  Seascapes are very handsome in a wooden frame, my favorite is barnwood found at Frame USA http://www.frameusa.com/.

* colors may vary slightly between the actual painting and the image on your computer due to my digital camera settings, time of day the photogrsph is taken and the monitor you are looking at right now. *

HONEY I'M HOME

"HONEY I'M HOME"

Original

Oil on hardboard

14" x 11"

Price $395

©Nancy Tokos Fine Art 2014

Original.  The godfather of the surf industry, Hobie Alter, passed this weekend, and this is in his tribute.  Thank you for making waves memorable for so many.  Framed and ready to make a lovely addition to your favorite room.  Shipped dependably by FedEx.

DREAM ON

DREAM ON
Original
10" x 8" 
Charcoal Wash on Bristol
$125
©Nancy Tokos  2014

Original.  Summer.  Gentle wind.  3-4' waves.  Welcome to Southern California in the Winter !  Framed and ready to hang above your desk and daydream.

WHITE BIRD

WHITE BIRD

Original

12"x9" Oil on canvas panel

SOLD

©Nancy Tokos  2014

Original.  Actually, I am a duck-lover.  But now I live by the beach, so I am a seagull-lover.  Keep it simple. Bird. Sky. Beach. Paint. It's reality entertainment and I love it.  You will enjoy this original oil with all the brushwork.  I ship with peace of mind: FEDEX.  It is a little bit more but we both will know that the painting will be delivered in 2-3 days and in one piece.

WHALE OF A NIGHT

Whale of a Night
Original
Oil on Winton oil paper
12"x9"
SOLD
©Nancy Tokos 2014

Original.  If you live in San Diego or have ever visited Southern California, a popular activity is to take one of the 3 hour whale watching tours.  Recently,  we toured on the "America" which is a 139' replica of America's Cup sailboat.  Hah.  Sailing vessel would be more appropriate.  It was a magnificent day and yes,  spouts were viewed far away and then the boat went in closer and there were a couple tails.  They are not loners. A nice painting to recall this adventure ~  This will arrive with a nice white mat and white frame, ready to hang.  Looks really nice,  I have to admit.