Lagniappe

A little something extra from the artist.

We hope you will enjoy our page of "extras."

The artist

The Ornaments

If you collect bells, and wish to own a set created and hand painted by Donna Peters, please inquire via e-mail as to what may be available.
$45.
Each bell is hand decorated and fired at least four times before it is signed and numbered on the inside by the artist... a super value indeed!

The new series begins in 2008.
Details and images will be announced around October 2008.

(An earlier series is shown below.)

A new series begins in 2008

The coming series of ornaments is a big surprise for our collectors. They are porcelain and will feature the art of not only Donna Peters, but also the porcelain artistry of a very special group of ladies who live in Romania.

e-mail us !! donnapeters@mindspring.com

Joshua, Pride of Mobile Bay

The sun sets across the bay and the Mobile skyline sparkles like a distant wonderland. From your secret spot along the Eastern Shore you enjoy the breeze as the tide shifts and spreads the fragrance of salt water and Magnolias.

Just as you drift into a daydream and the life of a Pelican, Joshua, Alabama's own wooden schooner drifts into your view. The sun glows through her warm ecru color sails. The crew of 4 does not see you behind the shore grasses and you can hear their faint laughter as they recount the sailing events of a day on the Gulf of Mexico. At sometime in your life you plan to take a cruise on Joshua. What a surprise this would be for those close to you who have never seen this part of your world.

Joshua, Pride of Mobile Bay
artist, Donna Peters

This painting was in the making for over a decade.
When Capt. Carol Bramblett first began her dream of building her schooner, she had the doubt of the world against her, but the support of a special few behind her. After almost 10 years, her dream became a reality and a gift of great pride and joy to everyone on the Gulf Coast.

Today, Captain Bramblett offers sailing charters for as many an 49 passengers. Already, Joshua has become a popular place for weddings, family reunions, and celebrations of every kind. Joshua is truly a legend in her own time!

For more information of how you can enjoy a brief walk-on cruise from the Grand Hotel of Fairhope or other points along Mobile Bay, visit Joshua's web site at
schoonerjoshua.com
e-mail at: makewaves@earthlink.net or 251-209-1168.

To receive their sailing schedule, drop them an e-mail requesting to be on their mailing list.

About this special limited edition:

For 15 years we have watched the arrival of the effects and offerings of the "digital revolution" on the art world. For the same reasons you never buy a car in it's first year out, we too waited to see where this was all going and wait for the best quality inks, papers and techniques. Prints made using this new technology are called "giclees." The quality of the image has come a long way and we are delighted to announce that
Joshua, Pride of Mobile Bay is our first giclee limited edition.
Not only did we make this new image available as 200 signed and numbered prints on fine art paper, but we also included in the edition 12 canvas signed prints... the same size as the original. It is amazing how close the canvas prints look like the original.

Unframed signed and numbered prints on paper are $65.
The image size is 12.5" x 18"

The canvas prints are $150.
The canvas is stretched just as it is for an original and
measures 18" x 26"

Sorry
!
All canvas copies have been sold!

For an extra touch, add an engraved plate to you new art.
Engraved solid brass plate with title and artist name is $15.

Edition size: 200 signed and numbered prints on paper, 12 S/N on canvas and 25 artist' proofs.

OPEN HOUSE

January 17, 18, & 19, 2009
Saturday, Sunday, & Monday
(MLK holiday weekend)

Crane Hill, AL

Open house is a great event !
We have a very wonderful crowd 3 days.

Visitors come from more than 7 states.

During the show, we offer our guests a bowl of hot chili, a slice of rum cake a glass of iced tea. The gallery is filled with fine art from the front door to the back. It is great to be with everyone with laughter and a good time for everyone.

Donna and Lewis

Mark your calendar now for our Open House in 2009.

Home Portraits

by
Donna Peters

After Katrina came to our land, we realized how important it is to document our lives for future generations. With a pen and ink sketch of you home, you can make your own note cards, prints for other family members and a very special work of art to take with you when you move away from home.

To own an original Home Portrait by Donna Peters, please send as many good photos as you have of your home. Include some that have close-up shots of the doors and special architectural features.

Your original will be shipped back to you with your photos. Included in the package is a digital disc with your portrait scanned for use in printing cards, brochures, stationery, etc.

Each home portrait is $250.
If you would like for us to frame yours in the appropriate way, we will be happy to do so.

Deep South Studio
PO Box 10
Crane Hill, AL 35053

256-747-4141

Pen and Ink Sketches

For sophistication and variety in your fine art collection, consider original pen and ink sketches.
Almost always created on location, they are traditionally the purest form of art.

Boats sketch is a scene from East Point, FL.

We hope you will take the opportunity to consider different mediums of fine art to make your collection more exciting.

Train sketch from Atmore, AL.

Like all original works of fine art, we strongly encourage you to use a framer who knows the proper handling of original art...

Use only conservation mats, backing, etc.

If it is a work on paper, always use conservation glass that shields from damaging UV rays... even inside!

A good framer will avoid touching the art surface !! The oil that holds your flesh together will come off in trace amounts and years later your art will have a damaging mark.

If it is worth keeping, it is worth preserving !!

Be sure to visit the "Donna Who?" page for more new pen and ink sketches.

Contact the artist for sketches that may be available at this time.
Studio: 256-747-4141

These are the good days!

Deep South Studio
PO Box 10
Crane Hill, AL 35053

e-mail: donnapeters@mindspring.com

studio: 256-747-4141
fax: 256-747-4132
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