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New Online Print Shop

1/29/2018

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I'm very excited to introduce my new online print shop - Claudia True's Art Prints. Now you're able to purchase museum quality prints of your favorite art at affordable prices. You also may choose the size and the medium that the art is printed on - canvas, paper or metal (a very contemporary look). Pretty exciting, huh!

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The art is divided into categories. This popular little dachshund is the cover for the collection of Holiday Art. Chinese New Year is February 16 - 2018 is the Year of the Dog!

​With prints you can afford to change your art for the holidays! Of course this little fella could hang in your home all year long and make you happy.






"Year of the Dog" - Holiday Art



Why did I love this print store - and think you will, too?

  • Prints are created by professionals - Skyline Art Prints in Austin, Texas. They're top quality printers with first class customer service.
 
  • You have a choice of size and medium. It's fun to play with the options when you're ordering. Be sure to check out the wall preview (more on that below).
 
  • The size/medium choices allow you to purchase at a range of prices.
    • Small prints on paper are the least expensive and are perfect for gift giving. Please note - "teaser prices" listed by each print are NOT the least expensive. I'm not sure why - don't let that scare you.
    • Larger prints on canvas or metal are the most expensive. But prints are still less expensive than originals in equivalent sizes.
 
  • Maybe you missed out on purchasing an original that you loved. With prints, you can still have that special piece of art. Something that will make you smile!
 
  • Prints are shipped to you directly from the printers in very professional packaging that ensures safe arrival of your new purchase. You'll be impressed when you get your first shipment. I sure was.
 
  • Because Skyline Art Prints takes care of printing and shipping, I have more time to spend in the studio!  That makes me a happy artist.  

Categories of art in Claudia True's art print store.

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As I write this, I have 7 categories of art available: 
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  • Critter Club - my whimsical paintings of animals and birds.
  • Holiday Art - wouldn't it be fun to have art prints as part of your holiday decorations.
  • ​Chubby Birds - these have been very popular and loved by people of all ages.​
  • Florals - these flowers never need watering!
  • ​Still Lifes - most of these were inspired by recipes in one of my 10 years of Cooking with Friends calendars. 
  • Landscapes - I'm not creating many landscapes now so prints are how you'll get a Claudia True landscape.
  • ​Happy Hour - with this art, it's happy hour any hour!

"Potter's Goat" - Critter Club
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Tomorrow I'm adding a new category - Faces. One of my art goals in 2018 is to learn to paint whimsical portraits.

If you follow me on Facebook or Instagram you've seen some of these characters that I'm creating almost daily. I'm adding a few for prints. If you see one you like that's not included, please contact me and I'll add it.

It's SO fun and exciting to learn something new and to see how these faces will evolve!






"Abigail the Librarian" - Faces


I mentioned the fun Wall Preview feature of this online print shop. Here's the deal - in the ordering process, you select a print and can see how it looks at different sizes in different rooms. This really helps decide on a size - here's an example
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Check out Claudia's online print store

It's a major accomplishment for me to set up this print store. I think you'll enjoy browsing the art and maybe you'll see something perfect for your home or office.

Tomorrow I'm sending an email with a Valentine's Day promotion - a 20% discount good for 3 days starting tomorrow. Wouldn't your loved one be surprised with a gift of art!


So head over to the the store and check it out - start your wish list.
                         
https://shopprints.claudiatrue.com/

Sharing with love and gratitude to my art collectors! Happy shopping - 

      Claudia True


p.s. my originals are on my website - www.claudiatrue.com  Happy shopping there, too.


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Ten Days of Art and Recipes - Day 9

12/17/2017

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Day 9 of recipes for the holidays - one from each of the 10 years of Cooking with Friends calendars.  I hope you find something that looks delicious to make. Who knows - it might become a family favorite!

Cooking with Friends, 2017 

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Does anyone have eggnog except at Christmas? It's pretty tasty and definitely a holiday drink. This version has quite a kick, too - sure to make you smile.

Why the flamingo? When I "paint recipes" I also paint their stories and something about my friends who share them. Our Bakersfield, Ca fiends Kay and Brian Pitts were known for their flock of pink plastic flamingos in their beautiful front yard. So, I thought of a tropical Christmas scene featuring a pink flamingo!

Brian shared a story of making eggnog for a group of AAUW members at a progressive holiday brunch. The group was greeted by a yard full of flamingos. Needless to say, they left laughing and happy after Brian's Noël Nog!​


Flamingo Christmas by Claudia True
available in print of various sizes

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Brian's Noël Nog by Brian Pitts

INGREDIENTS
  • 8 large eggs
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 cups half-and-half
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, plus some for garnish
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup bourbon
  • 1/4 cup brandy
  • 6 large egg whites
DIRECTIONS
    
In heavy-bottomed saucepan, beat together the eggs and sugar. Sir in half-and-half. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is thick enough to coat a metal spoon and is at least 160 degrees. Remove from heat. Stir in cream, nutmeg, vanilla, bourbon and brandy. Cool, then cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. 
     Just before serving, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form, then fold them into the eggnog. You may add a little sugar and dash of vanilla extract to the egg whites when beating. Serve cold and sprinkle with nutmeg
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Brian's Note Over the years I began to use Jack Daniels Tennessee whiskey as the bourbon in varying ratios to the brandy. The smoky flavor from Jack Daniels adds a flavor element that our friends seem to enjoy. Also, I have used half-and-half instead of heavy cream and it is still delicious!

Here are the front and back covers of the 2017 Cooking with Friends calendar. Be sure to check the back cover to see my friends who shared their recipes. I hope you've kept all these calendars! They're my favorite cookbook, and the art's pretty cool too.
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2018 calendar available here

This is the 9th holiday recipe I've shared with you in this blog series. Hope you found something to cook and enjoy with your family and friends!

Happy Cooking and Happy Holidays! 
           
           Claudia True
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    Claudia True

    I'm an artist living in Kansas City with my hubby and cats. My passions:  colorful paintings, yummy  food, and sharing my love of art and cooking with others.  

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