Silent Auction and Mini-Orchid bloom daily painting by Everglades artist Jo-Ann Sanborn

Mini-orchid Bloom, (c) 2012, Jo-Ann Sanborn

acrylic on board, 5"x7"

It's been a really good blooming year at our place, and I'm delighted to have so many orchids around.  You've seen photos of my orchids before, and I'm finally getting around to painting this one. It's blooms aren't like any other orchid I have--more like little cups.

It will be my selection for "Art in Bloom" at the Artist Colony on the Esplanade's Artwalk, this Wednesday from 5-8 p.m.  Each artist will have a flower painting on display for a silent auction!  The price of each piece will be started a very attractive price point.  At a $150 value, the bidding has already started at $75 on this little beauty.

You can come into the studio any time on Wed to see the painting and make a bid.  If you are unable to get in, just email me here with your bid.  Do it before 5 p.m. on Wednesday to be counted! 

If you'd like a new painting, particularly one of flowers, or you'd just like to see how twelve artists interpret the floral world, don't miss this month's ArtWalk.  We'll greet you with our usual music and refreshments, too!