Painting - Wish on the Moon

Wish on the Moon
Acrylic on stretched canvas
12" x 12" x 1.5" (deep)

Esther - Primitive Country Doll

I am so enjoying making these primitive country dolls! This one is 19" and I named her Esther. My sewing machine is still not working so this one was completely hand stitched. There's a part of me that wants to just keep hand sewing them. Only problem is, they take so long to complete. If I kept making them this way I would have to charge more. :(
I will be auctioning this one too so check out my eBay listings.

Blackbird on a Stick

Blackbird on a Stick!

Betty Sue the Primitive Doll and More....

Betty Sue is the first in my "old lady" series. This series of dolls were inspired by my grandmother who loved what she referred to as "the old lady look". She loved it so much she always told us she wanted long gray hair but never did. This are in honor of my Granny's memory who was a true southern lady.

Natalie - A Whimsical Art Doll

I just finished Natalie yesterday. She is the 1st doll of this type that I have tried making. She was a lot of fun and I do plan on returning to a similar style doll sometime soon but for right now I am starting on some new primitives. I am sooo enjoying the freedom primitive dolls give me.

Natalie will be auctioned so be sure to click on "My Auctions" in the sidebar.

Dolls on eBay

Woman in Black and Red

Woman in Black and Red
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

ACEO - Miniature Painting
Ink and Watercolor

My interpretation of a vintage photo (public domain). It looked a little creepy to me so I decided to go with red and black only.

Primitive Earth Goddess Art Doll

Here's a little make-do primitive Earth Goddess Doll I just completed. She is approximately 14" tall and made from various fabrics, fibers, found objects, hand embroidery, wooden beads and natural objects. She has a loop sewn into the top of her head for display and she was sealed for protection against dust and moisture. I made her using a combination of vintage hand-stitching and machine stitches.

Night Out - Mini Painting

Night Out
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

Miniature Painting
ACEO 2.5" x 3.5" (Art Card)

Woman and Red Cloth

Woman and Red Cloth
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

Acrylic on canvas panel (eco-friendly)
11" x 14"

Miniature Painting - Fashion

Miniature Painting - Fashion
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

Title: Fashion
ACEO Size 2.5" x 3.5"

Study of a Woman #52

Study of a Woman #52
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

Mini OSWOA Painting 6" x 4"
Mixed Media

Tosca Olinsky, American painter, 1909-1984

Tosca Olinsky, American painter, 1909-1984
Originally uploaded by Smithsonian Institution

I have acquired quite an obsession with vintage photos recently. While looking for a few as reference for paintings I came across this and wanted to share.

Naughty fairies card illustration - Arethusa 500w

Naughty fairies card illustration - Arethusa 500w
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

Mixed Media on paper

Woman and Bird 4 - Enchantress

Woman and Bird 4 - Enchantress
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

Mixed Media
Miniature (4" x 6" / 10 cm x 15 cm)

I have to use magnifying glasses to paint these little paintings. They are completely handpainted and aren't manipulated or touched up on the computer. What you see is it. :)

This one turned out a little different from my usual style but I think maybe it was because I was experimenting with my paint. At any rate, I liked how it turned out so here it is.

Forest Fairy 1

Forest Fairy 1
Mixed Media on paper
OSWOA 4" x 6"

Woman and Bird 3 - Raven

Title: Woman and Bird 3 - Raven
2.5" x 3.5" ACEO Size Mini Painting
Acrylic on Paper

Two New Paintings - Birds Nest and Still Life

Title: Pink and Sunshine
Acrylic

Title: Birds Nest
Acrylic

Be sure to check my website at www.BenitaSweeney.com for purchases.
Both of these paintings will be auctioned. Be sure to check my auctions section for more info.

Bird in the Grass

Bird in the Grass
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

I love blackbirds. This little guy was so pretty!

Little Brown Bird

Little Brown Bird
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

I do these little paintings as a study of a subject I am working on. This one measures 6" x 6". I am working with birds a lot right now for the "Woman and Bird" series. This one is one of my personal faves. I always try for a looser, less detail kinda painting. All of these little paintings are auctioned when I finish them.