54th WAOW National Exhibition, "Dreamweavers"

SANDHYAA SHETTY SEDONA MONUMENTS

MARLA SMITH MAMA AND ME

14” x 18” — Oil $2,100

13” x 17” — Oil $2,200

This painting is an inspiration from one of my visits to Sedona. The unique red rock formation here makes this a magical place to experience. These rocks exhibit unique shades of red and orange hue when the sun hits especially during the sunset and sunrise. The canyons, clear water creeks and the pine trees add to the picturesque beauty. The hiking trails provide us with some breathtaking views. This is undoubtedly one of my favourite destinations to get away from the usual busy city life.

I find the sassy, and playful attitude of colts, interacting with their moms and fellow nursery-mates so much fun to watch. I love to capture those moments.

SANDHYAA SHETTY • WAOW Associate • TX • www.sandhyaashetty.com Sandhyaa Shetty currently works from her studio in Austin, Texas. She started drawing at a very early age under the guidance of her father. After receiving her Bachelors in commercial art from the College of Fine Art, Bangalore, India, she worked in ad agencies. She knew that her calling was to be a painter and decided to return to her passion full time when her marriage brought her to the US. Her immense regard for the rapidly disappearing natural landscape, strengthens her intent to freeze it all on her canvas and hopes that this pristine beauty is preserved forever.

MARLA SMITH • WAOW Signature • AZ • www.marlasmith.com Marla is a rancher from Prescott, AZ, specializing in oil and pastel mediums. She gathers most of her reference material from the ranch, which includes numerous horses, cattle, and beautiful areas for landscapes. In reflecting on being raised in a rural setting, it offered me the opportunity to share what life is like on a ranch, in addition to producing beautiful artwork to be shared with others. My place is in the West, and I love to share the beauty, and give others a peek into our corner of the world.

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