"Orange Slices" SOLD

"Orange Slices" • Sold

by J Joy Nocifora ©2011

6 x 6 oil on linen canvas panel (unframed)

Whenever I have fruit that is past its time and before I toss it out, I question, "can I get this fruit painted before it is completely past its time?" This was a quick study for sure because the orange slices and the strawberry were on their way out.

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"PLUMIN' AROUND IN SILVER"------ SOLD

"Plumin' Around in Silver" ------SOLD

by Judy Nocifora © 2010

6 x 6 " oil on linen canvas panel

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There were lovely reflections going on in this painting. Notice the glow from the silver being reflected onto the plum. Two plums just sitting pretty in a silver dish! It is always interesting to see what affect illumination will have on objects.

Ah... Limones - SOLD

"Ah... Limones" 11x14 oil on linen canvas panel

by J Joy Nocifora ©2010

SOLD

This painting was sold at the Memphis Botanic Gardens 3rd Annual "Artist Group" Exhibit. The exhibit includes 15 Memphis artists' works. A festive reception and opening will be held at Memphis Botanic Gardens beginning at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 10. Come and join us!! The exhibit runs through the month of November.

"Apricots & Grapes"

"Apricots & Grapes" 5x7" oil on linen panel by Judy Nocifora © 2010

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"Apricots & Cobalt"

"Apricots & Cobalt" 5x7" on Belgium linen panel

by Judy Nocifora ©2010

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Apricots have such nice skin and color. The skin is soft and smooth and their color a mixture of yellow, pink, and sometimes a touch of coral. I like them sitting next to the intense cobalt blue glass. A touch of eucalyptus tops them off!

"Persimmon & Grapes on Silver Tray"

"Persimmons & Grapes on Silver Tray" 5x7" on linen canvas panel

by Judy Nocifora ©2010

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Persimmons & Blue Willow

"Persimmons & Blue Willow 6x6" by Judy Nocifora

©2010

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I enjoy everything about a persimmon, but their taste. They are, however, such a beautifully constructed fruit...their color, shape and leaf tops are fun to paint!

"Plumin' Around" SOLD

"Plumin' Around" 6x6" on linen canvas panel

by Judy Nocifora ©2010

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Just a couple of plums "plumin' around" one of my favorite pottery pieces. What do you think of the color combination of the plums and the pottery?

"What a Peach!"

What a Peach! ©2009 Judy Nocifora

oil on linen canvas panel - 6x6 inches

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Peaches here in Tennessee were especially good this year! They were juicy and sweet and don't you just love their fuzzy, colorful skins. This one seemed just perfectly shaped and perfectly colored!

"The Three Red Pears"

8" x 10" oil on canvas panel

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These three red pears were the most vivid reds and orange. I also discovered that the many different red tones, oranges and yellow gave me a real challenge. This, of course, is one reason why I love to paint. You never know exactly how you will approach a subject, but bringing the subject to life is thrilling!

"Limones on Sicilian Pottery" SOLD

6" x 6" oil on linen on panel

There are groves of lemon trees everywhere in Sicily. Some of these lemons are as big as grapefruits! One of the products from these lemons that I enjoyed was a liqueur, "Limoncello." It is served ice cold and it is quite yummy! Sicilian pottery is distinct and each style and color depends on the area where the pottery is produced. This painting is one influenced by my recent visit to the beautiful island of Sicily. Bella!

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"Whole...Some Limes"

6" x 6" oil on linen canvas on panel

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There's just something about limes. Perhaps it is their intense green color on the outside, their funky shape, and their cool, juicy, limey green pulp inside. What would some of our most tasty food be without lime juice? Makes my mouth water just thinking about it!

"Yellow Pitcher & Grapes"

5" x 7" oil on archival Gessobord

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This was my mother's yellow, iridescent cream pitcher. This is a particular style of china. I have a few other pieces of china in this genre, but I do not remember the style name. I will have to do some research and see what I can find. If anyone knows the name, please post a comment. I like the result of this painting. There were so many colors jumping out at me and I wasn't sure how this would look finished. I might try to paint it again and try a different technique...just for fun!

"Pear2"

6" x 6" Oil on archival Gessobord

There is a nice blend of colors in this still life painting, "Pear2." The greens, reds, and oranges of "Pear2" work well together. Such a stately fruit!

"Lime Up"

5" x 7"

oil on Gessobord

I am constantly amazed by the endless variation and colors of fruit. It is no wonder that many of earth's creatures are attracted by the vivid colors of nature. What a palette! Limes have such rich green hues and I find them great fun and challenging to paint! In this still life painting, a lime finds its way to a regal position atop an egg cup.