Paragon Park Carousel Horse 24"x36"

This is a painting of one of the horses at our beloved local carousel, a remnant from the former "Paragon Park" amusement park at Nantasket Beach. The horses and carousel have been lovingly maintained and definitely prompt a smile.

Figure Study 24"x30"

It was kind of cold and I was ready to settle in for the evening but I packed my paints, easel, and canvas and headed for a figure painting session. Glad I did. She was a great model and I love painting with other painters from life. I will need to go back and paint more models.

"Magical Winter" 10"x10"

For the November "Girls Just Wanna Paint" Challenge, "Magical."

Field of Honor II

I started painting this at the annual "Field of Honor" in Cohasset, Massachusetts in May, 2013, was unable to finish it and put it away, then pulled it out a couple of months ago and completed it. The actual scene appears to have about 1,000 flags and is quite moving.

Waiting for the Bus 12" x 12"

The theme for this month's "Girls Just Wanna Paint" is "Neighbor." I saw these ladies waiting for the bus outside the local supermarket near my workplace.This painting is actually the study for a larger version.

"Status Quo" 12"x12"

"Patio at Jo's Nautical Bar" 24"x24"

"Walton's Cove" 12'x12"

"Sarasota Palm" 12"x12"

"Greasy Spoon" 6"x6"

Our "Girls Just Wanna Paint" challenge for May was the theme "Delicious." I immediately thought of an awesome diner that I go to but I took it down a peg to "greasy spoon" status for the purpose of this painting...I love these kinds of places...often the food is good and no pretenses. Just easy.

Model Trains (30"x30")

Gulf Car 24"x 48"

"Engine" 30"x30"

"Caboose" 24"x36"

This painting will be on display at "Art of the Artifact," a show coming up soon at the Wenham Museum. The paintings are inspired by their wonderful collection.

Boston Marathon 2014!!!

I am running in the Boston Marathon on April 21, 2014 and I need your help. I am representing Morgan Memorial, Goodwill Industries Youth Programs and am committed to raising $4,000 for this worthy cause. Please consider a donation by accessing the following link to support these kids! Thank You!

http://www.firstgiving.com/fundraiser/PaulaVillanova/2014

Please note, if you make a donation at $30 or above, you qualify for some notecards featuring my paintings! Donations above $70 qualify for fine art giclee prints at 8"x 10."