“Twisted “is a watercolor portrait of a black locust tree. Loved how this tree appeared ancient and strong. I remember being mesmerized of the view from below. The sky was painted with washes of pale blues and violets to give a soft contrast to the heavily textured tree. Working in 20 x 30 size allowed me to dig into the detail with emphasis on the upper and outward movement of the tree. Feedback on this watercolor is always welcome.
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Posted by ymucci on January 29, 2026
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The morning started with fog so thick I wasn’t sure about being on time to have my paper stamped at Gallery 50 for the Four Color Plein Air event. It had lifted by the time I got there. Should have been really cold out, I sure dressed for it, but turned out to be sunny and 62º.
I wanted to paint along the Cohansey river. Heading south out of Bridgeton, New Jersey I followed the road and caught a clear view to my right. Plenty of room for my car and easel. Great day of painting, had several local residents stop to see how the painting was progressing. They love this area as do I! “Almost Winter” watercolor is 9×12.
Artist reception is January 5th, 6pm at Gallery 50 in Bridgeton, NJ. I am looking forward to seeing what everyone painted on this beautiful day! This painting has been sold.
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Posted by ymucci on January 4, 2024
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Lavender Fields was first painted en plein air. Don’t have to say what a gorgeous day it was to be outside painting even if it was in the 90s. I painted this scene again from memory during the artist reception at Perkins Center For The Arts in Collingswood, NJ. For the demo I added a couple figures and eliminated the Folly in the background. Both were 11×14. My plan is to paint a much larger version of the subject using these paintings as reference. I don’t want to work from photos as I will be tempted to get too tight. We’ll see how it goes.
Lavender Fields 11×14 available.
Posted by ymucci on August 28, 2023
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“Saturday at Piney Point” 8×10 watercolor.
I was not going to paint because there was too much going on in the same day, but I didn’t want to miss participating in this annual plein air event through Cumberland County.
The day was cooler, breezy, and no humidity, so I went for it with the mindset of blissfully painting in the little free time I had. If the painting was successful, great, if it was not, at least I was outside painting. The satisfaction of completing this watercolor felt great, no regrets, and I made it on time to my next commitment and could not have been happier.
This watercolor is available through Gallery 50 in Bridgeton, NJ.
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Posted by ymucci on August 21, 2023
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“Fall Reflections” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed to 11 x 14, Available)
Quick paints are always tough, sometimes I wonder if the painting quality suffers. I like them because of the challenge. Most are limited to two hours from start to framed. The time goes by in a blink and you have to be really focused. The photo below shows just how focused we are during these events. If you are wondering, most framing is done in the trunk of your car!
“Fall Reflections” watercolor was painted for Plein Air Brandywine Valley Quickpaint. Proceeds from this event benefit Children’s Beach House. cbhinc.org
This painting can be shipped. Inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com ©Yvonne Pecor Mucci All rights reserved.
Posted by ymucci on January 18, 2019
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“Who Wants Gelato” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed to 11×14, Sold)
If you’ve never tried painting outside in the dark, you wouldn’t know how much fun a Nocturne can be. Every artist has a different setup, you can see mine below. A few lights on my easel and I was good to go. “Who Wants Gelato” was painted during Plein Air Brandywine Valley in late fall. Bar Avalon in West Chester hosted us with all kinds of delicious food!
Plein Air Brandywine Valley happens every fall and benefits Children’s Beach House. About 70 artists paint for 4 days ending with a Gala at Winterthur Museum and Gardens where 500 pieces of art go up for sale. A portion of each sale benefits this organization. Such a great event! For more information about Children’s Beach House visit cbhinc.org
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Posted by ymucci on January 16, 2019
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“Webb House” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed to 16 x 20, Sold)
The “Webb House” sits across the meadow in Longwood Gardens. This is a favorite place to paint because the meadow continuously changes color throughout the day.
I painted this 1730s farm house during one of the largest plein air competitions in the east coast. Plein Air Brandywine Valley happens every fall and benefits Children’s Beach House. About 70 artists paint for 4 days ending with a Gala at Winterthur Museum and Gardens where 500 pieces of art go up for sale. Such a great event! For more information about Children’s Beach House visit cbhinc.org
This painting can be shipped framed or unframed. Inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com A portion of the sale will be donated to the beach house. ©Yvonne Pecor Mucci All rights reserved.
Posted by ymucci on January 15, 2019
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“Ah, That Cohansey Feeling” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed to 20 x 26 private collection)
Large open areas of land, water, and sky are magical. They draw you in with their untouched beauty which makes one feel that time is standing still. At this location, I felt like I could breathe, and when I did, the quiet sounds of song birds could be heard.
“Ah, That Cohansey Feeling” watercolor was painted for the Nature And The Landscape annual competition at Gallery 50 in Bridgeton, NJ. I think others felt what I painted, as it received Honorable Mention.
This painting is currently part of the Philadelphia Watercolor Society’s 2019 Members Exhibition of Works on Paper through February 22nd, 2019. Boyer Gallery at the Hill School in Pottstown, PA.
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Posted by ymucci on January 13, 2019
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“Waiting To Sail” by Yvonne Mucci (7.75 x 10.75, Framed to 11 x 14, Available)
It was a gray and breezy day on the Cohansey in Southern New Jersey. This means no flys, perfect for painting en plein air! “Waiting To Sail” watercolor was painted for Cumberland County Cultural and Heritage Commission’s Cohansey Riverfest. This is a yearly competition and exhibit at Gallery 50 in Bridgeton, NJ.
Had a pretty successful day of painting. My second watercolor is shown below. I was experimenting with Holbein Lavender. I like it enough to keep it in my palette, for now.
Both paintings can be shipped framed to 11 x 14, or unframed 7.75 x 10.75. Please email me at mucciyvonne@yahoo.com ©Yvonne Pecor Mucci All rights reserved.
Posted by ymucci on January 12, 2019
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“Shore Breeze” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Unframed 11 x 15, Sold)
Up and down the eastern shore thousands are enjoying the carefree days spent at the shore. Easy days are depicted in “Shore Breeze” watercolor.
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Posted by ymucci on July 11, 2018
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“Two Gander Farm” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed to 16 x 20, sold)
The Miller Farm, better known as Two Gander Farm opened their property for artists as part of the Land Art Events, Farm to Table Plein Air, happening on September 29th. Artists are painting at different locations throughout the different seasons. For more information https://www.landartevents.com I had the pleasure of painting on site in early spring with my friend George Gallatig at this beautiful farm. We got rained out, so this was completed in studio. It will be interesting to be there again this Sunday for a day of painting in a completely different season. In the photos below you can see us tucked along the tree line.
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Posted by ymucci on July 10, 2018
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“Creekside” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed to 14 x 11, Available)
Inside Brandywine River Museum made for a cozy day of painting during Chadds Ford Paint Out. Large sunny windows were a great alternative to freezing temps outside! Exploring the landscape during winter really expands your understanding of the landscape. Love this event, especially since I got to paint with a few friends.
This event is hosted by Chadds Ford Historical Society. Artwork remains on exhibit for sale at CFHS through 3/2/18 www.chaddsfordhistory.org
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Posted by ymucci on February 26, 2018
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“The Color of Winter” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed to 11 x 14, Sold)
This watercolor was painted during the Chadds Ford Paint Out on February 1st. Winter exposed these gnarly trees along the creek and there was enough light left on a very cold day to get one more painting completed. So glad I did because the colors are beautiful in this season, you just have to bundle up, get out there, and enjoy them.
This event is hosted by Chadds Ford Historical Society. Artwork remains on exhibit for sale at CFHS through 3/2/18 www.chaddsfordhistory.org
For information on any of my paintings mucciyvonne@yahoo.com
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Posted by ymucci on February 26, 2018
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“Kuerner’s Farm” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed to 14 x 11, Available)
I love painting at Kuerner Farm, also known as Ring Farm, a historic farm in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania made famous by Andrew Wyeth. Honestly, I did not love it so much on this windy, freezing day during the Chadds Ford Paint Out. My easel blew over a few times and I could not keep from shaking in the wind, so this one is only half a plein air because I completed the painting from the warmth of my home. There are some days you are not meant to paint en plein air! Still, it is a lovely painting in need of a new home.
This event is hosted by Chadds Ford Historical Society. Artwork remains on exhibit for sale at CFHS through 3/2/18 www.chaddsfordhistory.org
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Posted by ymucci on February 26, 2018
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“John Chad House” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed 11 x 14, Sold)
Chadds Ford Paint Out is one of the few winter plein air events on the east coast. No awards are given, just a whole lot of great painting. This was the first day of painting on a low light and cold day. The temperature was above freezing and with the addition of hand warmers in my boots I had a full day of painting. Winter is an amazing time to paint because everything is exposed and the gentle color is beautiful.
This event is hosted by Chadds Ford Historical Society. Artwork remains on exhibit for sale at CFHS through 3/2/18 www.chaddsfordhistory.org
For information on any of my paintings mucciyvonne@yahoo.com
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Posted by ymucci on February 26, 2018
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Sycamore Walk watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Matted 16 x 20, sold)
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.
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 & 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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Relaxing At Coverdale watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed 20 x 16, Available)
Coverdale Farm Preserve, located in Greenville Delaware, was my painting location site for day one of the Plein Air Brandywine Valley competition. Great spot, full of animals and a gorgeous field stone barn. So many subject choices here, but I loved the sheep leading up to the main barn. Perfect sunny day resulted in this painting.
This week long Plein Air Brandywine Valley competition is a fundraiser for Children’s Beach House, a nonprofit that focuses on special-needs children. www.cbhinc.org Over 70 artists paint and photograph during 4 days at different locations throughout the Brandywine Valley. It ends with a gala at Winterthur for an exhibit and sale of all artwork. Every sale benefits Children’s Beach House,
This painting is available. Painting inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com
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Posted by ymucci on October 30, 2015
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Low Tide At East Point watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed 23 x 19, Available)
East Point Lighthouse sits along the Delaware Bay in one of the most serene, beautiful locations in Heislerville, New Jersey. In this watercolor, I wanted to portray the sea grasses and the terrain leading up to the light house. I know this location has been painted, sketched and photographed by numerous artists over the years, but it is irresistible subject matter. Painting on location here is unbelievably peaceful.
I painted “Low Tide At East Point” for the annual Nature And The Landscape competition through Gallery 50, Inc. in Bridgeton, NJ. The exhibit is a comprehensive look at the watershed throughout southern New Jersey as portrayed by many local artists. I was thrilled to be included.
This watercolor painting is available.
Frame size is 23 x 19, mat opening is 18 x 14
Inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com
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Posted by ymucci on September 19, 2015
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Sunset Lake Watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed 20 x 16, Sold)
The Cumberland County Cultural & Heritage Commission partners with Gallery 50, Inc. in Bridgeton, NJ to host the Cohansey Riverfest Plein Air Competition. Each year the number of local artists participating increases, which results in a beautiful painting exhibition featuring a very important watershed in southern New Jersey. Thank you to Matt and Gallery 50 for all their work in putting this event together.
Last year when I participated, Sunset Lake was down to a small stream. So happy to see the repairs finished and this lake back to its previous splendor. Nice day painting while watching ducks, fishermen and locals come and go!
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Posted by ymucci on September 19, 2015
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John Chad’s House by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed 20 x 24, Sold)
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This historical gem is located in Chadds Ford, PA. The John Chad house was built in 1725 and sits on top of a hill overlooking the Brandywine River Valley. Believe it or not, for me, the fun part of this watercolor painting was capturing the detail of the stone work.
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Posted by ymucci on June 12, 2015
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Salem Pride watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci
(Framed 16 x 20, Sold) Inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com
The weather was great for the Salem County Arts In Bloom tour! Once again, Royal Port Antiques hosted the Art League. Just south of Royal Port you can find many beautiful historical homes, which is where I painted en plein air. These doors and the flag drew me in. It was a lot of fun to talk with people taking the tour while painting.
Salem Pride watercolor depicts two homes on Market Street in Salem, NJ. To the left is the James Wood – 1760 colonial, on the right is the Samuel Clement – 1790s federal style brick.
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Posted by ymucci on May 29, 2015
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