Easton Quick Draw 2021

I have always wanted to participate in Easton Plein Air because the quality of artwork produced is so darn good. This summer fellow artist Annie Strack and I traveled to Easton, Maryland for the Quick Draw competition. It was so sweltering hot that day, but we found a shady street, set up our easels, and got to work. I loved this 19th century Victorian Gothic Brick Cottage with its steep gable roof and triangular louvered windows. Two hours later the effort was framed and displayed to be viewed and judged. Thank you to judge Daniel H. Weiss for choosing my watercolor. So exciting to hear your name called to receive the third place award! It was a pretty spectacular day filled with amazing artwork in the street and at the local art museum.

Later I researched this home and learned it is the Pinkney House in an area called The Hill. Beautiful and historic to say the least.

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“Victorian Gothic Pinkney House” watercolor by Yvonne Mucci (11×14, sold)

Hamilton House – Watercolor

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“Hamilton House” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (available)

Across the street and up the hill there’s this little view of the Hamilton House in Cedarburg, Wisconsin. I wanted to depict it as the quiet little stop it once was. This was painted on day four of Cedarburg Plein Air. My other paintings are shown below.

This painting can be shipped, framed 11 x 14, or unframed 8 x 10. Inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com ©Yvonne Pecor Mucci All rights reserved.

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B & B – Watercolor

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“B & B” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (available framed 11 x 14)

Cedarburg Plein Air, day one, spent downtown in front of the Lilly Pad Bed and Breakfast. Great town full of friendly people. Fresh off the easels, artists displayed their work in front of City Hall this year.

This painting can be shipped framed or unframed. Inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com ©Yvonne Pecor Mucci, all rights reserved.

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Color of Winter

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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
©Yvonne Pecor Mucci, all rights reserved.

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Kuerner’s Barn

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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

For information on any of my paintings mucciyvonne@yahoo.com
©Yvonne Pecor Mucci, all rights reserved.

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Chadd Ford Paint Out

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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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Napley Green – Watercolors

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“View From Napley Green” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci

I was in Rockhall, MD to paint these two watercolors. The sketches and preliminary drawings shown below were done on site and the two paintings were completed in studio. I was stunned by the beauty and vastness of the property when I arrived. So quiet and serene. Sometimes it is overwhelming of what to portray. Luckily there were two paintings to be completed, but honestly, I could have painted many more beautiful scenes in this location.

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“Napley Green” watercolors were commissioned gifts to the property owners. It is often more time consuming to paint a commission because you want it to be exactly what the person had in mind. So that equals a bit of corespondence back and forth. You take extra care in planning and executing, all the while hoping it will meet expectations. I’m happy to say the recipients were thrilled. What a fabulous gift from their friends.

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“Welcome to Napley Green” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci

The framed painting size was 23w x 18h.
Painting inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com
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Lake Mary Elmer – Watercolor

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“Lake Mary Elmer” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci

Plein Air watercolor “Lake Mary Elmer” depicts a peaceful day of painting in mid August. Lake Mary Elmer is part of the ecologically important Cohansey river. The Annual Riverfest competition is sponsored by Cumberland County Cultural and Heritage Commission and Gallery 50 in Bridgeton, NJ. The exhibit runs through the end of September.

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This painting is available and can be shipped framed or unframed.
Matted to fit an 11 x 14 inch frame.
Inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com

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Solo Flight – Watercolor

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“Solo Flight” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci

I love being where the sky meets the ocean. Throughout the day, nature puts on a show. Often, I cannot leave till the last bit of light fades away. “Solo Flight” watercolor received People’s Choice award in the Nature and The Landscape competition at Gallery 50 in Bridgeton, NJ. What a thrill it is to hear your name announced! Thank you to everyone who voted for this painting. Nature and The Landscape exhibit runs through the end of September.

Inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com
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Pitman Art Stroll – Moods Farm

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What a great way to spread art through a community. My watercolor “Moods Farm” was one of 30 selected artworks to be included in the annual Pitman Art Stroll. Each banner hanging in town is printed with the artwork and a little bio from each artist. The originals are on exhibit at Pitman Gallery till the end of September. Great fun! Great event! Great gallery, check it out!

“Moods Farm” watercolor depicts an icon in Southern New Jersey. I wanted to capture the beautiful colors to be found at this farm stand. It is apple and pumpkin picking season, so stop by and get a few.

Inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com
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“Moods Farm” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci

Sky, Sand, Ocean – Watercolor

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“Sky, Sand, Ocean” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (12 x 9, Available)

You can’t beat South Beach for aqua blue water and an ever changing sky. Best way to play in the sand! This was painted last February at the southern end of South Pointe Park beach in Miami, FL. “Sky, Sand, Ocean” watercolor is available framed or unframed, inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com ©Yvonne Pecor Mucci, all rights reserved.

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Iconic NYC – Watercolor

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“Iconic NYC” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed 19 x 23, Available)

You know the famous movie scene, well, still a great subject to paint. Having a little fun painting a street scene as a progressive demo in my last workshop. Cityscapes and figures are always a challenge to paint. Simplifying the abundance of signage was key.
©Yvonne Pecor Mucci, all rights reserved. This watercolor can be shipped either framed or unframed. Inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com

Little Cupcake – Watercolor

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“Little Cupcake” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed 19 x 23, Sold)

NYC is bustling no matter what part of town you find yourself. This storefront caught my eye mostly because of the way the light was casting shadows, but also because of the contrast in the shop name to the busy street. I tried to play up the red stop hand in the crossing light as if it was beaconing one to stop in and have a little cupcake. During my last workshop, it was requested to paint a street scene with figures, so this scene was my first thought since I felt so strongly about it when I photographed it. Inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com  ©Yvonne Pecor Mucci, all rights reserved.

Workyard – Watercolor

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“Workyard” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Sold)

“Workyard” was painted during the annual Artists’ Day In Mauricetown. This is an amazing little historical town with lots of great painting subjects within a few blocks. The day was hot, but the bluegrass music was cool and so were the locals strolling around to check out all the artwork being created. Can’t wait to get back there this summer! ©Yvonne Pecor Mucci, all rights reserved.

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Meadow at Longwood – Watercolor

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“Meadow at Longwood” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (12 x 9, Available)

I had a wonderful fall day painting the meadow at Longwood Gardens with my friend and fellow artist George Gallatig. This location is exceptional because the color continually changes. It truly is a magical place. In the spring I want to return and paint a larger version. The photos below show just how beautiful this location is in the fall. On my easel is a small red plexiglass from Annie Strack which helps one see values when painting. This watercolor is available unframed 12 x 9, or framed to 14 x 11 and can be shipped. Inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com  ©Yvonne Pecor Mucci, all rights reserved.

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Winter’s Thaw – Watercolor

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“Winter’s Thaw” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (12 x 17, Available)

Painting snow is challenging because it is not white. Strong shadows make the scene come alive. Very little of the white paper has been reserved. The block-in below shows how much color is laid down in the first stages. The snow becomes white as you add stronger darks. “Winter’s Thaw” watercolor depicts a little creek that runs a block from my home.

This painting is available and can be shipped unframed 12 x 17, or framed 18 x 23). Inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com  ©Yvonne Pecor Mucci, all rights reserved.

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Bouquet – Watercolor

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“Bouquet” watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (11 x 15, Sold)

“Bouquet” watercolor was painted as a progressive demo during my last workshop. You can always find fresh flowers in the grocery store to use as subject matter. The goal was to paint vibrantly, loosely and interpret the subject without getting hung up on all the detail. I enjoy painting in this style especially after completing complex subjects.

This watercolor is available unframed 11 x 15, or framed 16 x 20. Inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com  ©Yvonne Pecor Mucci, all rights reserved.

Pine Bank Arch – Watercolor

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“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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Painting inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com

Bathing Beauties – Watercolor

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“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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Rusty Memories – Watercolor

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“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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100 Acre Wood – Watercolor

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“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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Stone Arch Bridge – Watercolor

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“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

©Yvonne Pecor Mucci All rights reserved.

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Hate to wait a whole year for the next Plein Air Brandywine Valley Competition!

The Meadow – Watercolor

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“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

©Yvonne Pecor Mucci All rights reserved.

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Goodnight – Watercolor

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“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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Last Light – Quick Draw

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“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.

©Yvonne Pecor Mucci, all rights reserved.

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It’s here! – Plein Air Brandywine Valley

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My gear is packed and I am ready to paint! I look forward to participating in Plein Air Brandywine Valley all year! Amazing locations! Great weather! Great cause!

Plein Air Brandywine valley is more than a painting and photography competition. It is a fundraiser for Children’s Beach House, a nonprofit that focuses on special-needs children.  More than 70 artists will create stunning artwork during the next 4 days at different locations throughout the Brandywine Valley. It all ends with a gala at Winterthur for an exhibit and sale of all artwork. Every sale benefits Children’s Beach House. http://www.cbhinc.org

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Welcome To The Inn watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed 16 x 20, Available)

Welcome To The Inn watercolor by Yvonne Pecor Mucci (Framed 16 x 20, Available)

Inquiries to mucciyvonne@yahoo.com

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Reflections – Watercolor

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“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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Approaching – Watercolor

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“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.

©Yvonne Pecor Mucci. All rights reserved.

Our Fishing Spot – Watercolor

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“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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Letters – Watercolor

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“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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