Wednesday, December 30, 2009

SCARLET SAILS



There was a romantic story "Scarlet Sails" by Russiam writer Alexander Green,that was later made in a movie.It is a story about believing in dreams and making dreams come true and,of course-love.
May this coming year will be full of your realised dreams!

"Scarlet sails",acrylic on triangle canvas,12x12x12"
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Saturday, December 26, 2009

BERMUDA CHIMNEY at sunset- from a collection of small paintings



For years I was reluctant to paint white roofs and chimneys of Bermuda,because it was such an obvious subject matter-in some way ,very "touristy",but at one point these white roofs and chimneys start to find a way into my Bermudian paintings and I accepted them as a quintessential element of Bermuda scenery.

Bermuda chimney at sunset,acrylic on canvas,4x6"
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Wednesday, December 23, 2009

BERMUDA BLUE



Water in Bermuda is always beautiful ,with wide range of blue and turquois colors.

"Bermuda Blue",acrylic on canvas,36x30"
not for sale
If you would like to commission a painting,contact me at sergeysonia@gmail.com

Saturday, December 19, 2009

FLAMING RED- a painting of poinciana in full bloom

Poinciana trees blossom in June,but its flaming red flowers make me think of Christmas.

 "Flaming red",acrylic on gallery wrapped canvas,16x16cm,6.2x6.2"
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Friday, December 18, 2009

HIBISCUS FOR CHRISTMAS-A little flower painting.

 


Hibiscus is always blossoming in Bermuda. Its fiery red color enhances the holiday mood.
Is your Christmas tree up yet?

Red hibiscus
Acrylic on canvas.
6x4"
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Tuesday, December 15, 2009

MEMORIES OF ATLANTIS


What if Bermuda is a part of the lost continent of Atlantis ?

"Memories of Atlantis",24x36"
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Sunday, December 13, 2009

LIFE IS A BREEZE



This acrylic painting was done a few years ago-it is a view from a friend's house at the Spainish Point in Bermuda.

"Life is a breeze",36x24"

Thursday, December 10, 2009

ORIENTAL MURAL AT THE "WOK EXPRESS":POPULAR TAKE-OUT IN SOUTHAMPTON,BERMUDA



Almost two years ago my friends have open an oriental takeout restaurant in Southampton Parish.
This place become very popular with West End bermudians and expats alike.
This simple oriental style mural was painted as a gift for their first year anniversary.

Monday, December 7, 2009

INTO THE LIGHT




Another underwater scene-diving into the light.

acrylic on canvas,24x36"
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Saturday, December 5, 2009

ANCESTOR'S TREASURE



Bermuda if famous for many shipwrecks-imagine the treasures in the bottom of the ocean.
Can it be a trace of your ancestors?

Ancestor's treasure,acrylic on canvas,30x40
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Friday, December 4, 2009

ONE OF MANY SUNSETS


Almost every day ther is a beautiful sunset in Bermuda and each of them is different'
acrylic on canvas,8x16"

Thursday, December 3, 2009

ON A WAY TO ST.GEORGE'S



When you drive to the historical town of St.George's,you pass many scenic views,like this one.

On a way to St.George's,acrylic on canvas,10x20
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Wednesday, December 2, 2009

NEIGBOURS'S HOUSE,HARRINGTON SOUND



A glimpse of a neigbour's house in Harrington Sound-very pink,very Bermuda.

acrylic on canvas,9x14"

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Tuesday, December 1, 2009

SUNRISE OVER TRUNK ISLANDS



This painting was based on a photo that I have taken at the sunrise one morning.The view is one of the Trunk islands ,Harrington Sound.The light had some mystical quality,that I wanted to capture.

Sunrise over Trunk islands,acrylic on canvas,11x14"
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Saturday, November 28, 2009

BIRD OF PARADISE




"Birds of Paradise" can be seen everywhere in Bermuda,singing quietly to the rays of sunshine.
approximately  23x27",acrylic on canvas

Thursday, November 26, 2009

COBALT SKY OF BERMUDA



It is the end of November,but today the sun is shining in Bermuda,and white roofs look even whiter.Queen of England is living the island today and so am I.Next posting on Saturday.

White roofs of Bermuda,acrylic on wood panel,6.2x6.2"

125US$

Wednesday, November 25, 2009

ELBOW BEACH COTTAGE




After a stressful day in th office(believe it or not,some people get stressed out even in Bermuda),taking a stroll on the Elbow beach would be just what doctor orders.


Elbow beach cottage,acrylic on gallery wrapped canvas,6.2x6.2"

125US$
















Tuesday, November 24, 2009

SAIL OF "SPIRIT OF BERMUDA"


"Spirit of Bermuda " is a traditional bermudian sloope,a tall ship,that being used for training bermudian youth.
This is a fragment of its sail.It might make an interesting large almost abstract painting.

Sail of the "Spirit of Bermuda",acrylic on gallery wrapped canvas,6.2x6.2"

125US$
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Monday, November 23, 2009

SAILING ON SUNDAY



Yesterday was  a nice day for sailing ,or just being on a boat enjoying Bermuda panoramic views .


Sailing on Sunday.acrylic on masonite,6.2x6.2 "

125US$














 

Friday, November 20, 2009

POINCIANA TREE BY THE ARIEL SANDS


Poinciana trees usually blossom in June in Bermuda ,so thi painting was done from a scketch,when I was waiting for a bus at the bus stop by The Ariel Sands.

acrylic on gallery wrapped canvas,6.2x6.2"
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Thursday, November 19, 2009

DO THEY CALL IT A VARIATION ON THE THEME?


Could not get enough of the palm trees-had to paint the same scene with different colors.Which one do you prefer?

Palm trees at the Dockyard,6.2x6.2",acrylic on gallery wrapped canvas

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Wednesday, November 18, 2009

PALM TREES AT THE DOCKYARD



Tried to have more interesting title for this little painting,but nothing more original came to my mind.Any suggestions?

6.2x6.2 inches,acrylic on gallery wrapped canvas

125$
















Tuesday, November 17, 2009

STILL LIFE WITH SUNFLOWERS AT THE DOCKYARD







Another painting on the display in the Astwood room at The Dockyard Centre for the Arts.



Still life with sunflowers and fruit.Acrylic on canvas.16x16inches

available

Monday, November 16, 2009

GARDEN PAINTING AT THE DOCKYARD CENTRE OF THE ARTS












This painting of a garden scene is on display at The Dockyard Centre for the Arts.It is a great art gallery that features many bermudian artists and has a variety of themed shows throughout a year.
Dockyard is very popular place to visit for tourists and locals alike.


Sunday, November 15, 2009

LEISURE MOMENT BY THE SEA



It is wonderful sometimes just to relax and do nothing,just enjoying the light breeze and the sound of the ocean waves.


Leisure moment by the sea,acrylic on thick edge canvas,6.2x6.2 inches

125US$
















Friday, November 13, 2009

GARDEN AFTER THE RAIN



The rain has stopped and all the gardens as lush as ever,opening its flowers to the rays of soft sun shining through the clouds.

Garden after the rain.acrylic on canvas,40x30 inches

Private collection,Bermuda

Thursday, November 12, 2009

IT IS RAINING IN BERMUDA


It was pouring dogs and cats this morning in Bermuda  and I thought a painting of a woman with an umbrella would be an appropriate way to illustrate today.

"Rainy afternoon in Venice",40x30",private collection,Bermuda

Monday, November 9, 2009

ROOFS OF ST.GEORGES


A  painting  depicting distinctive white Bermuda roofs of historical town of St.Georges is displayed in an office reception area of a reinsurance firm.

Wednesday, November 4, 2009

ON MY WAY TO BERMUDA



Tomorrow I am on my way to Bermuda via London.Am not taking my laptop,so for a couple of days there will be no posts.Please check again on Monday.

Tuesday, November 3, 2009

BELLA CAFE,THISTLE BUILDING


Bella cafe if located in the centre of Hamilton in the Thistle building on Burnaby Street.It is a small place with just a couple of tables and  one of the best espresso coffee in Bermuda,often served with a smile of its owner Michele.


This funky painting was done specially for this spot.

Sunday, November 1, 2009

SOMERSET FERRY

Often I take a ferry in Bermuda.It is a wonderful way to see the islands.

This painting was based on one of many sketches I have done during numerous journeys.

30 by 40 inches,acrylic on canvas

Private collection,Bermuda

Saturday, October 31, 2009

ROCK ISLAND CAFE


A favorite place for many to have a cup of coffee and a catch up with friends.This is Rock Island cafe long before the extension.A great place to visit.

30 by 24 inches,acrylic on canvas

Friday, October 30, 2009

MERMAID,s COTTAGE,BERMUDA


This is a commissioned painting of a beautiful waterfront cottage with a romantic name-Mermaid Cottage.Acrylic on canvas,20 by 24 inches.