“Bouquet” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (11 x 15, Sold)
This watercolor is available unframed 11 x 15, or framed 16 x 20. Inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com ©Yvonne Pecor Mucci, all rights reserved.
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Bouquet – Watercolor
Posted by ymucci on February 14, 2017
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Pine Bank Arch – Watercolor
“Pine Bank Arch” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (12 x 9, Available)
This past summer I sat on a bench in Central Park and painted this study of Pine Bank Arch Bridge. It is cast iron, and one of my favorites. My plan is to do a half sheet of this subject in plein air over several days.
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Posted by ymucci on February 13, 2017
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Bathing Beauties – Watercolor
“Bathing Beauties” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed to 14 x 11, Available)
“Bathing Beauties” watercolor depicts the beautiful southern shores of New Jersey. So far, we’ve had a very gray cold winter and I miss my sunny days at the shore! This painting was started during my last workshop and I finally pulled it out and put the finishing touches on it. I guess I am wishing that warm weather was only a few weeks away! This painting can be shipped framed or unframed. Please send inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com
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Posted by ymucci on February 12, 2017
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Rusty Memories – Watercolor
“Rusty Memories” by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed to 14 x 11, Sold)
For the past few years I’ve painted en plein air at Royal Port Antiques in Salem, NJ. “Rusty Memories” watercolor depicts one of the many antiques sitting on their porch. It was sketched on site and finished as a progressive demo for one of my workshops.
I’ll be at Royal Port Antiques painting during the Salem County Arts In Bloom studio tour on May 20th & 21st, 2017, so stop by and say hello! http://royalportantiques.typepad.com
Inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com
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Posted by ymucci on February 11, 2017
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100 Acre Wood – Watercolor
“100 Acre Wood” by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed to 14 x 11, Available)
Painted on the last day of Plein Air Brandywine Valley during the exhibition at Winterthur. Across the meadow at Winterthur you can see these trees in contrast to each other. Can’t you picture Christopher Robin and Pooh bouncing over that hill?
This was a nice way to end a really great week of painting. Thank you to everyone who made all the details come together!
This painting is available and I’d be happy to ship it. Inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com A portion of the sale benefits Children’s Beach House. www.cbhinc.org
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Posted by ymucci on November 3, 2016
https://yvonnemucci.com/2016/11/03/100-acre-wood-watercolor/
Stone Arch Bridge – Watercolor
“Stone Arch Bridge” by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed to 11 x 14, Sold)
The stone arch bridge shown above was painted at Winterthur during the Brandywine Plein Air exhibition. I loved the fall colors reflecting in the water. Great day painting and talking about all of the beautiful locations included in this competition. These wonderful colors will be replaced with snow, and I may have to trek out there and capture another season!
A portion of every sale benefits Children’s Beach House. www.cbhinc.org
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Hate to wait a whole year for the next Plein Air Brandywine Valley Competition!
Posted by ymucci on November 3, 2016
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The Meadow – Watercolor
“The Meadow at Winterthur” by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed 16 x 20, Sold)
Day four of Plein Air Brandywine Valley landed me at Winterthur Museum to paint the many colors of the meadow. Unbelievable week of painting while watching the landscape subtly change colors from summer to fall. Hated to see it end, but the gala to benefit Children’s Beach House is a fun way to end the week. It was a meeting of great artists and patrons, great food and a great cause. A portion of every sale benefits CBH. www.cbhinc.org
This painting is available and I’d be happy to ship or deliver.
Inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com
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Posted by ymucci on November 1, 2016
https://yvonnemucci.com/2016/11/01/the-meadow-watercolor/
Goodnight – Watercolor
“Goodnight” by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed 11 x 14, Sold)
“What are all those people doing?” was the general conversation of people passing by. This was nocturnal painting at Chesapeake City, MD with Plein Air Brandywine Valley competition. Give artists a 6pm start time, a few led lights hanging off their easels, and see what they come up with. Some race to catch that twilight color, while others wait till it gets really dark. Crazy, challenging, and fun are nocturne competitions. You have to know how to mix vibrant darks, if you don’t, you’ll learn really fast!
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Posted by ymucci on October 31, 2016
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Watching the River Flow – Watercolor
“Watching the River Flow” by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed 20 x 16, Sold)
Another perfect day at Chesapeake City, MD with Plein Air Brandywine Valley. Throughout this picturesque town, one could find artists everywhere. I spent the day close to the Bayard House and loved every minute both painting and chatting with people stopping by to see the painting progress. With the bridge so prominent, you’d think that too many paintings would look the same, but they weren’t even close. Love seeing everyone’s interpretation of this waterfront town.
The gala was well attended and held at Winterthur Museum and Gardens. A portion of every sale goes to Children’s Beach House. Check out their program at www.cbhinc.org
Painting commission inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com
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Posted by ymucci on October 31, 2016
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Last Light – Quick Draw
“Last Light” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed 11 x 14, Sold)
“Last Light” watercolor was a quick draw for the Plein Air Brandywine Valley competition. It started at 4pm, so the light was fading. It is a big challenge for me to capture a moment in two hours, including framing. During these quick draw competitions the time goes by in a flash and you rely on skills you hope will be there when you need them! You take a deep breath, start throwing on paint and remind yourself that this is the very best you can do on that day. Crazy, but I would not miss participating!
It was fun to see locals at the Marshalton Inn viewing artwork that had been started a few hours earlier! Part of every sale benefited the Children’s Beach House. www.cbhinc.org
Below is the thumbnail sketch I did before the Quick Draw start. These handy little sketch books were compliments of Jerry’s Artarama in Wilmington, DE. I used mine all week! Thank you to Annie Strack who procured the samples and put together swag bags for the painters.
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Posted by ymucci on October 30, 2016
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Garden View – Watercolor
“Garden View” by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed 16 x 20, Sold)
I was one of many artists painting the historic homes sitting along Strasburg Road as part of the Plein Air Brandywine Valley competition. “Garden View” watercolor depicts a 1760s home in Marshalton, PA which was painted on the second day of the competition.
The homeowners were so gracious and accommodating! I’d love to get back there again to paint more of these historic buildings.
Commission inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com
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The gala was held at Winterthur Museum to benefit Children’s Beach House www.cbhinc.org
Posted by ymucci on October 30, 2016
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Indian Summer at Haskell’s Farm – Watercolor
Indian Summer at Haskell’s by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed 20 x 16, Sold)
“Indian Summer at Haskell’s” watercolor was painted during the Plein Air Brandywine Valley competition which benefits Children’s Beach House.
I appreciate being one of 75 artists capturing the idyllic scenes of the Brandywine Valley during a week of perfect weather! The location was inspiring with a combination of green silos and stone walls in this functioning farm. It had everything an artist could wish for in a subject. Thank you to the Haskell Farm for opening up their property during this event.
This painting was sold during the Gala held at Winterthur Museum & Gardens.
Inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com
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Thank you to Annie Strack who donated the Merit Award Prize. http://www.anniestrackart.com
Posted by ymucci on October 29, 2016
https://yvonnemucci.com/2016/10/29/indian-summer-at-haskells-farm-watercolor/
Reflections – Watercolor
“Reflections” watercolor was painted during a plein air outing to Greenwich Lake with Gloucester County Art League. When the sky is a bit gray, the color can be more vibrant than on a sunny day. Everything was so lush that day.
Weather usually doesn’t stop plein air painters, unless it is pouring, from painting on location. Plus you get to spend the day outside! I plan on getting back to this location when the fall colors are in full bloom to do a larger version.
Please send painting inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com
“Reflections” is matted and framed to 14 x 11.
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Posted by ymucci on October 15, 2016
https://yvonnemucci.com/2016/10/15/reflections-watercolor/
Approaching – Watercolor
“Approaching” watercolor is a view of the Delaware river. It was late in the day which made the colors more intense. This painting was started as a demonstration for Salem County Art League and finished in studio. It was a great example of how to exaggerate a watercolor bloom to show heaviness in the clouds of the approaching storm.
We’re coming into fall, with it’s bursting color. Next week is Plein Air Brandywine Valley, an exciting event showcasing 80 artists. Can’t wait!
This watercolor was displayed in Gallery 50’s Nature and The Landscape exhibit.
“Approaching” inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com. It is matted and framed to 16 x 20. Shipping is available.
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Posted by ymucci on October 14, 2016
https://yvonnemucci.com/2016/10/14/approaching-watercolor/
Our Fishing Spot – Watercolor
“Hanging Out” watercolor depicts the Cohansey river in southern New Jersey.
I tried to portray the sweeping sky along with the flow of the river. This painting was exhibited during Gallery 50’s Nature and the Landscape exhibit.
Matted and framed to 19 x 25.
Painting inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com
Shipping is available.
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Posted by ymucci on October 13, 2016
https://yvonnemucci.com/2016/10/13/our-fishing-spot-watercolor/
Letters – Watercolor
“Letters” watercolor was painted at Royal Port Antiques in Salem, NJ. Owners Suzanne and Michael host Salem County Art League during the Arts-In-Bloom studio tour. Everywhere you look is staged with beautiful antiques. Great day of painting on location.
This painting is available matted and framed to 11 x 14. It can also be shipped. Inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com
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Posted by ymucci on October 11, 2016
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Peaceful Garden – Watercolor
“Peaceful Garden” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed 11 x 14, Sold)
Sarah’s garden is beautiful! The simple subject of “Peaceful Garden” was complicated to paint. More detail? Less detail? …and so it went. The drawing had to be right and the background simplified because there was so much detail on the birdbath. I love capturing the light and pushing the color in a painting, it brings you right back to that place and time! Which was very peaceful.
This was Cedarburg Plein Air’s 16th year. Happy to have been part of it.
Painting inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com
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Posted by ymucci on July 1, 2016
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Stilt House “Locally Raised” – Watercolor
“Locally Raised” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed 14 x 11)
“Locally Raised” watercolor was painted for Cedarburg Plein Air gems which was the last day of the event. Lots of people were out and about, enjoying the town of Cedarburg, WI.
In the early 1900’s, the owner of the tavern asked the city for permission to add a second floor onto the existing building. After the city denied his request, he raised the building up on “stilts” and built a first floor underneath. Hence the name Stilt House. They have great food!
This painting is available and can be shipped framed, inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com
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Posted by ymucci on July 1, 2016
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Red Pops – Quickpaint
“Red Pops” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed 11 x 14)
“Red Pops” was yet another tough quick paint for me. Besides it only being a 2 hour window for painting and framing, it had to be 90 degrees in town. I found a bit of shade and a few red poppies and gave it a go. Luckily before I had my paper stamped I found my palette missing, quick trip home and I was good to go, or so I thought.
2 hours goes quick, I was just about running up the street with my framed painting to make the time cutoff. So I lived to paint another day at the Cedarburg Plein Air competition! Eventually I will master these quick paints! Till then, they are memories which make me laugh, roll my eyes, and cringe at the same time!
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Posted by ymucci on July 1, 2016
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Hayrake – Watercolor
“Hayrake” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed 14 x 11, Sold)
A retired hayrake sits rusting in front of a well preserved blue-gray barn in the Hamilton Historic District. This glade leading up to the barn glowed in the late afternoon sun. It was magical! Best part was being able to enjoy the company of friends while I finished painting.
“Hayrake” was painted during the Cedarburg Plein Air competition. Fabulous event, even better people. Thank you to Cecily and John who give me free reign to paint on their property.
Inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com
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Posted by ymucci on June 30, 2016
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Twisted – Watercolor
“Twisted” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed 16 x 20, Sold)
“Twisted at Turn Halle” was painted for the Plein Air Cedarburg event in Wisconsin. This 1867 fieldstone building sits in the Hamilton Historic District. The twisted tree made for an interesting subject, constantly turning in every direction.
The weather was perfect which resulted in some really strong painting from 150 artists. Thank you to my hosts, whom I treasured time spent. Love everything about this event except that it was a week earlier. Have to say that I missed being able to stroll the town during Strawberry Fest. Hopefully next year!
Check out the winning paintings
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Posted by ymucci on June 30, 2016
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White Barn – Watercolor
“White Barn” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed 20 x 16, Available)
“White Barn” watercolor was painted during the Chestertown RiverArts “Paint The Town” plein air competition. Rich with farms, the area is not lacking for subject matter. Everything about this barn drew me in. Sitting on a little hill, multiple silos, wide open landscape, and the white washed wood with green trim, how could I resist!
After a full day of painting, RiverArts hosted the artists to a banquet of homemade dishes. YUM! Nice to break bread with fellow artists and hear stories of the unforgiving weather everyone experienced. Thank you to everyone at RiverArts who made sure we were all taken care of and provided a well attended artist reception.
This painting is available, inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com
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Posted by ymucci on June 28, 2016
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Faded Blues – Watercolor
“Faded Blues” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed 11 x 14, available)
When it is full summer and you’re painting plein air, sometimes you want a subject without a lot of green. That’s one of the reasons I chose to paint “Faded Blues”. Loved the old wood and missing shutter on this building that was being restored. It used to be a general store on Still Pond Road.
Such a rainy week for the Chestertown RiverArts “Paint The Town” plein air competition, but it did not stop any of the artists from producing quality work. The misting actually helped me apply texture on the blue clapboard.
This painting is available and can be shipped. Inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com
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Posted by ymucci on June 28, 2016
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Creekside – Watercolor
“Creekside” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed 11 x 14, available)
“Creekside” watercolor was painted on a gorgeous day of plein air painting at the end of Rileys Mill Road in Chestertown, MD. Sunshine peaked in and out of the clouds all day at RiverArts 7th Annual “Paint The Town” plein air competition. I loved the duck blind sitting on the edge of the creek and the silver reflections of sky.
This watercolor is available and can be shipped, inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com
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Posted by ymucci on June 27, 2016
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White Swan Tavern – Quick Paint
“White Swan B&B” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed 11 x 14, available)
So how does a watercolor artist paint in the rain? By bringing your big beach umbrella and crossing your fingers! My quick paint experiences are never great, full of stress, and limited to two hours including framing. But I do them to challenge myself. Pushing to make quick decisions on color and composition.
“White Swan Tavern” was painted for the RiverArts 7th Annual “Paint The Town” plein air competition in Chestertown, MD. The 18th century Bed and Breakfast is located near Washington College in the center of Chestertown historic district.
This watercolor is available and can be shipped, inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com
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Posted by ymucci on June 27, 2016
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Betterton Days – Watercolor
“Betterton Days” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed 20 x 16, sold)
Had a great time painting at the RiverArts 7th Annual “Paint The Town” in Chestertown, MD. We could paint anywhere in picturesque Kent County. Betterton Beach was beautiful in the pouring rain! I simplified the dock a bit to give the overall painting a peaceful feel.
Such a fun plein air competition, I’ll definitely be back next year to paint the town! Special thanks goes out to Cindy for her fabulous hospitality.
Inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com
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Posted by ymucci on June 27, 2016
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Take A Bite – Watercolor
Take A Bite watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed 10 x 8, Sold)
My daughter planted an apple tree from a seed many years ago. Two of these apples were from the tree I thought would never grow. I set up this still life on my picnic table while the late afternoon sun was casting strong shadows. The color was so rich looking, it made me want to take a bite of those apples. They didn’t last long!
Below is a painting progression.
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Posted by ymucci on December 29, 2015
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Sycamore Walk – Watercolor
Sycamore Walk watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed 16 x 20, Available)
Sycamore trees are messy with their peeling bark and seed pods, but at the same time, that’s what makes them beautiful! This fall scene could be found anywhere, but it is right down the road in southern New Jersey.
I wanted to keep this painting fairly loose and play up the fall leaves along with the white tree limbs against the blue sky.
This painting is available and can be shipped, please send inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com
Frame size is 16 x 20, mat opening is 11.5 x 15.5. It is painted on 140 pound Arches cold press paper.
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Posted by ymucci on December 23, 2015
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Gertrude and Heathcliff – Watercolor
Gertrude & Heathcliff watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed 11 x 14, Available)
Gertrude and Heathcliff watercolor depicts my go to place down the shore. In this painting, I wanted to push the variety of color found in the water.
When I look at this watercolor it makes me chuckle a little imagining those birds carrying on a conversation. The name is a nod to the past when comedian Red Skelton performed skits about two seagulls named Gertrude and Heathcliff.
This painting is available and can be shipped.
Please send inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com
Frame size is 11 x 14, mat opening is 8.5 x 11
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Posted by ymucci on December 22, 2015
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Bright Spots – Watercolor
I sketched out these flowers while I was waiting around at a show. I neglected to take a few photos and found myself painting from memory for a class demo. It reminded me that you don’t want to be a slave to your photo references. I knew the colors and light direction from memory, so I felt freedom in painting without the photo reference. Great fun pushing the color vibrancy in this watercolor.
This watercolor painting is available.
Frame size is 11 x 14, mat opening is 8.5 x 11
Inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com
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Posted by ymucci on November 18, 2015
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