Art by Patsy Blake

You're Invited!

2011-09-29T17:45:00.000-05:00

You're invited to a showing of my new works this Friday, September 30th, 5:30 - 8:00, at Four Seasons Antiques, Art & Botanicals in Homewood, 2910 18th Street South.

Norwood Home Tour and Lecture

2011-05-06T09:54:00.000-05:00

I am pleased that Historic Norwood has chosen one of my paintings for the poster announcing the lecture to be given on Saturday, May 7th, by Jane Powell, proceeds to benefit Historic Norwood. Ms. Powell is a well known expert regarding the style and authentic restoration of the bungalow style home.

Historic Norwood is having it's second "Hard Hat Home Tour" this Saturday, May 7th, from 11:00 to 4:00.

Laura's House

2011-03-10T08:21:00.000-06:00

A lot of things have happened that have kept me from painting very much this past year. I won't be doing any outdoor art shows this year but I am working toward a show at Four Seasons Gallery in Homewood come September. I am still accepting commissions; I finished this one of a gorgeous old family home right before Christmas.

I have a few paintings for sale, all pictured here. If you're interested in anything feel free to contact me.

Melissa's House

2010-11-29T16:03:00.000-06:00

24" x 26"

I can't believe it's been so long since I posted anything! I've been meaning to post this one for several weeks now. This is Melissa's house in Birmingham. For some reason the camera didn't pick up the blue of the sky, it is blue. Melissa's house is on a steep hill. You can see the Jefferson County Historical plaque next to the front door.

Blach's Building

2010-09-22T09:35:00.000-05:00

Another commission, the Blach's Building on twentieth street in Birmingham. Now Blach's Lofts. 34" x 36"

Terrace Court

2010-08-18T09:57:00.000-05:00


46" x 40"

It's been a long time since I've updated but I had to take some time off for personal reasons. I'm busy with commissions now and this is one of those. Terrace Court apartments, built in the twenties, are on 20th street south in Birmingham. This was done for the owner of the building.

I don't have any shows scheduled for the rest of the year but I hope to be back next year.

Mobile Bay in Late Afternoon

2010-02-10T16:11:00.000-06:00

36 x 40

I based this painting on a photo I took last year when I was down in Fairhope for a show. So this is on the Fairhope side of the bay. I liked the way the foreground was dark and framed the pale sky and the water looked darker and bluer as it flowed into the shadows.

Bottega Building

2010-01-17T16:18:00.002-06:00

This is a small (10" x 8") painting of the doorway of the Bottega Building on Highland Avenue that I just took to Four Seasons Gallery in Homewood. I did it as a study for a larger painting but I liked it enough to frame it on it's own. I changed the color of the doors from taupe to green as it needed some color.

Lisa's House

2010-01-10T15:46:00.002-06:00

I had to take a little time off but I'm back at the easel now and should have some new works soon. This is a commission I completed recently, Lisa's house in Homewood.

St. Paul's

2009-10-16T09:03:00.001-05:00

This weekend (October 17 & 18) I'll be at the Kentuck Festival in Northport, Alabama.

City Afternoon

2009-08-30T16:41:00.002-05:00

40" x 48"
A view of the Birmingham from the corner of 17th Avenue and 14th Street. I used a little artistic license because you really can't see the city quite this well from here. At least when the trees are in leaf you can't.

2009-08-16T18:06:00.001-05:00

(36" x 40")
This is a painting I did earlier in the year but I have changed it. There was a sign on the building that I decided I didn't like so I have painted it out. I like the simplicity of it.

Lynn's House

2009-06-29T18:32:00.005-05:00

34" x 34"

Just finished this commission for my friend Lynn and I think it turned out great. It's just the type of scene I would have chosen to paint. What is it about a bungalow that makes it feel so welcoming and comfortable?

First Day of Summer

2009-05-02T13:22:00.002-05:00

40" x 46"

Twelve of my paintings will be on display at the Hoover Library, downstairs gallery, through June 2, if you'd like to see my latest work. First day of Summer was inspired by a scene on the curve where 29th Street South meets Rhodes Circle.

Security Light

2009-04-18T19:10:00.005-05:00

I've painted this scene before but I did it again as a night view. It's large, 40" x 46"

Sunday Afternoon Downtown

2008-10-14T10:17:00.008-05:00

36"x36" Famous

I wanted to paint Pete's Famous Hot Dogs because it's such a Birmingham icon and because I love neon signs. As luck would have it there was a bright red car parked in front on this afternoon and the sign was turned on.

36"x36" Sidewalk Cafe

This is the sidewalk by Roly Poly Sandwiches on southside, behind Zydeco. I loved all the shades of green in the chairs.

30"x30" Fine Dining

The afternoon sunlight striking the entrance to Cafe Dupont on 20th Street.

Late September

2008-10-03T07:49:00.003-05:00

36" x 48"

There aren't many old farmhouses left in the country, much less ones in good repair like this one. This is on Hwy 160 in Blount County.

Saturday, October 4th is the Bluff Park Art Show in Hoover from 9-5. Looks like it's going to be a beautiful weekend, hope to see you there.

The Face Over the Door, and Artwalk

2008-09-04T07:59:00.007-05:00

40"x 30"

I've painted this before, only a lot smaller and I didn't capture the scowl on the face which is what fascinates me so about this figure. I also love the beautiful colored glass in the window. I do not know who this is or why she is so mad. This is the doorway of Birmingham Realty on First Avenue North.

Artwalk in downtown Birmingham is this weekend, Friday night 6-10, and Saturday noon to six. It's always a lot of fun. Check out the website for details. I'll be in Lindsay Office Furnishings on First Avenue North.

Under the Shade Tree

2008-08-21T16:41:00.004-05:00

Four Seasons Antiques and Art in downtown Homewood is hosting a wine and cheese reception this Friday (August 22nd) for artists Carolyn McDonald and myself. Four Seasons is on the main street in Homewood (18th) next to Savage's bakery. We'll be there from 6:00pm to 8:00 so come by and say hello and see what's new at the gallery.

The Road To Town

2008-07-29T18:05:00.003-05:00

30" x 36"
It's hard to find places in Birmingham where there's a good view of the city - all you see is trees. I usually have to find these places in the Winter when I can see, then paint them leaving as though it was summer, leaving out some of the foliage. This is the intersection of 11th place and 16th Avenue. This painting will be at the Hoover library in an exhibit of work by artists in the Bluff Park Art Show. The exhibit will be hung on Monday, August 4th, and continue through the month of August. The Art Show will be October 4th.

Open

2008-07-20T19:00:00.003-05:00

24" x 30" (sold)
I love these little snow cone places with their bright umbrellas. This one is on the highway in Morris, Alabama.

Early One Morning

2008-07-20T18:58:00.001-05:00

24" x 30" (sold)
It was a beautiful morning in Homewood and the light and shadows were falling just right on this street.

Ranch House in Crestwood

2008-07-11T19:32:00.001-05:00

This is one of the commissions I recently finished. It was for a young family that was moving from Birmingham and wanted to always remember their first house.

Candyland

2008-06-24T16:36:00.003-05:00

14" x 16"
I've been working on commissions and haven't anything I could post for a while. Here's a small one I actually did last year but I recently went back and made some changes. I keep trying to capture the look of lights at night and this one comes close to what I envision. A lot of fun to work on.

The Red Farmhouse

2008-05-05T22:33:00.003-05:00

24" x 30"

I wanted to paint this house because of all the red color. I think that even though the house fills up most of the picture space, you can still feel the open fields around it.

Morning on Twelfth Street

2008-04-24T19:19:00.001-05:00

24"x30"
At least I think it was twelfth street south. It was 8:00 in the morning.

Red Mountain Overlook

2008-04-23T16:16:00.004-05:00

I'll be at Linn Park this weekend (April 25-27th)for the Magic City Art Connection. I'm at space 252. Hope to see you there!

Twilight

2008-03-29T18:27:00.002-05:00

24"x30"
I haven't been able to spend much time at the easel lately but I plan to be back at it next week and posting more often. This is the last new painting I have until I get back to work. I love that time of day when it's almost, but not quite dark, and the lights start to come on.

On The Road

2008-03-11T16:01:00.005-05:00

Diptych 30"x48" Click on image for larger view. (sold)

I'll be in beautiful Fairhope, Alabama next weekend, March 13,14,and 15th for the Eastern Shore Art Center's annual outdoor show. I'll have a lot of new work I've done since my last show, including this diptych. This is my first time to do this show but I've heard great things about it. If you're down there, please come by and say hello.

Moon Winx

2008-03-04T16:52:00.004-06:00

12" x 12" (sold)
Anyone who's ever been to Tuscaloosa Alabama knows this sign. This little painting is for the ArtBash silent auction on March 8th which benefits the arts in Birmingham. Go to MagicCityArt.com for tickets and info.

House With a View

2008-02-21T20:48:00.003-06:00

18" x 24"
One of the many local homes clinging to the side of the mountain. I loved curving street and the shadows falling across it.

Pink Sky

2008-02-14T19:50:00.003-06:00

18"x24"
Exploring the glow of a porch light and a pink sky.

Across the Road

2008-02-04T18:39:00.001-06:00

18"x24"
Although this isn't an actual place, I feel like I've seen it before. There's such a feeling of space....and isolation in the country. This house looks like it may be abandoned, soon to be replaced by a doublewide.

The Face On the Wall

2008-01-29T16:49:00.000-06:00

12" x 12"
Something a little different, a detail from a building on First Avenue. I haven't quite captured the expression on the face as it should be more sinister.

Red Flowers

2008-01-21T16:17:00.003-06:00

18" x 24"
I wanted to explore that golden color that the morning sometimes has, just after sunrise.

Commission

2007-12-24T19:02:00.000-06:00

24" x 20"
This is one of the commissions I was working on for Christmas. A smaller piece that captures their favorite part of their house and the shadows cast by a huge oak in the front yard. This one went to Memphis, Tennessee.

The Blue Chairs

2007-11-16T18:49:00.001-06:00

30" x 40" (sold)

Shady Yard

2007-10-19T09:53:00.002-05:00

18" x 24" (sold)
It's time for the Kentuck Festival in Northport, Alabama, October 20 & 21, 9 to 5 both days. The weather should be beautiful and the arts and entertainment are always great. Hope to see you there!

Snowcones by the Interstate

2007-09-06T19:02:00.001-05:00

24" x 30"
I couldn't pass up the opportunity to paint all the bright colors in these umbrellas. I can't believe it's been so long since I've posted anything. I've been busy getting ready for all the upcoming Fall shows. Artwalk in downtown Birmingham starts tomorrow, Friday Sept. 8, 5:00pm - 10pm, and Saturday noon -6:00. I'll be in Lindsay Office Furnishings, 1st Ave. North.

Hot Day

2007-06-25T16:05:00.002-05:00

24" x 30" (sold)
The long hot days of summer are here.

38th Street

2007-04-27T20:43:00.002-05:00

24" x 30" (sold)
The warm light and long shadows of late afternoon.

Five O'Clock

2007-04-27T20:39:00.002-05:00

24" x 30" (sold)

Sunday Afternoon

2007-03-24T09:16:00.001-05:00

30" x 24" (sold)
I have wanted to paint this church for a long time and last Sunday I happened to drive up from the back and I saw this view which I really like. I love the way the street is in deep shadow but the sun is hitting the building.

Title Building

2007-01-29T18:56:00.001-06:00

(sold)
I haven't painted many cityscapes but I've painted the Title Building twice because I love the terracotta color. I used a photo I took one Sunday as reference for this and when I took it to a show someone pointed out that the red car is going the wrong way on a one way street.

Northside

2007-01-29T18:05:00.002-06:00

(sold)
I love this house on the corner because of it's great color and because it has this neat little porch on the side.

Late Afternoon

2007-01-29T18:02:00.001-06:00

24" x 30" (sold)
In this I wanted to capture the low, golden light and long shadows of late afternoon.

County Road 1 Sunset

2007-01-14T10:55:00.002-06:00

18" x 14" (sold)
Blount County 1 is a picture perfect country road.

High Side

2007-01-14T10:50:00.002-06:00

24" x 30" (sold)
I saw these houses on a hill in Crestwood one day and I liked the angle of the view from the street and the steps leading down to the sidewalk.

Backyard

2007-01-14T10:50:00.001-06:00

(sold)
These old metal lawn chairs have such a graceful shape and I love the twists and turns of the trunks of a crepe myrtle.

Blue Cow Group

2006-04-20T15:00:00.001-05:00

(sold)

Summer Color

2006-02-27T16:42:00.001-06:00

Acrylic on Canvas 2006
24" x 30" (sold)
When I saw this house I loved the patterns of sunlight and shadows on the porch.

Sixth Avenue South

2006-02-27T16:40:00.002-06:00

Acrylic on canvas 2006
24" x 30" (sold)

Early Morning on 30th Street

2006-01-08T08:51:00.001-06:00

24" x 36" (sold)

Neighbors II

2006-01-02T16:38:00.001-06:00

26" x 30" (sold)
I really like the way this one turned out. I like the shape of the posts on the front house and the bright red on the back house. I like the way the light forms a pool in the front yard.

The Street Where You Used to Live

2005-12-31T14:31:00.001-06:00

28" x 32" (sold)

September Afternoon

2005-12-31T14:30:00.001-06:00

(sold)

Twilight at Graves Gap

2005-12-31T14:23:00.000-06:00

28" x 36" (sold)

County Road 1 (triptych)

2005-12-31T14:22:00.001-06:00

40" x 54" (sold)

Avondale Summer

2005-12-31T14:21:00.001-06:00

34" x 32" (sold)

Under the Streetlight

2005-12-31T14:17:00.000-06:00

32" x 40" (sold)

Bay Window

2005-12-31T14:11:00.000-06:00

36" 24" (sold)

Last Day of Summer

2005-12-31T14:09:00.001-06:00

40" x 48" (sold)

High Noon

2005-12-31T14:06:00.001-06:00

(sold)