Orcas in Seattle, painting by Maggie Hurley
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Progress and Painting Process

[spb_text_block title=”The Daily Painting Experiment” pb_margin_bottom=”no” pb_border_bottom=”no” width=”1/1″ el_position=”first last”] I spent most of January working on some tiny paintings, which were a joy. Each morning, I’d wake up way too early for my own good, sit down with my tiniest brushes, and dream up a scenario for my little imaginary fox and crow friends….

Whale over Atlanta

It’s been awhile, but I’ve been a busy lady

I realize (with some embarrassment) that it’s been entirely too long since I’ve updated my blog. Long story short, I’ve been painting up a storm. The early part of the year was spent developing the Royals. I’m proud of these paintings, and I’m happy to report that most of the original gouache and watercolor paintings…

The Royals, a New Series by Maggie Hurley
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Introducing The Royals – A New Series

[spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom=”no” pb_border_bottom=”no” width=”1/1″ el_position=”first last”] Howdy! I know it’s been awhile since I’ve posted anything here. I’ve been busy working on a new series (and making prints, and I taught a beginning oil painting class, not to mention: Life! It keeps ya busy, right?). Anyway… Animals and nature provide endless sources of inspiration to…

Upcoming Show of New Seascapes

Upcoming Show of New Seascapes

Forces of Nature Show Dates: March 8 – April 18 Artist Reception: March 15, 6 – 9pm Maggie Hurley and Joanna Ruckman, resident artists at Fourth Street Fine Art Gallery, present new works. These two young women present paintings (Maggie) and multimedia prints (Joanna) on the subject of two of natures most calming and powerful forces: ocean waves and…

This Weekend: The San Francisco Bazaar Holiday Show
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This Weekend: The San Francisco Bazaar Holiday Show

I’ll be joining 200+ artists, designers, and local food makers for the third year this weekend (Dec 7-8) at the Concourse Exhibition Center East Hall in San Francisco. I tend to do most of my Christmas shopping at this event – there are so many unique and beautiful finds there. There will be DIY Workshops,…

New Owls Have Joined the Flock
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New Owls Have Joined the Flock

I’d been on a bit of a hiatus from bird paintings, but I’m starting up again. I’m happy to share two of my latest little feathered friends with you. The first is a Great Horned Owl. I’ve titled this, “I’ve Got Your Back” as this little fellow looks like someone you’d want on your side…

Little Seascapes
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Little Seascapes

Well, hello there. Just a little update from my little corner of the world. I’m finally coming down a bit from the high of having sold seven of the eight seascapes I churned out for the show I had last month at 4th Street Fine Art (which is also where you can find my studio)….

Me and the Sea
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Me and the Sea

I have this memory: I’m very young, maybe 3 or 4, and I’m in the ocean in my mom’s arms. The water is maybe chest-high on my mom. I’m not frightened, despite the churning, rushing bar of whitewash heading toward us. She tells me to take a deep breath and to hold on, and together,…

Herbert Mingles With Meerkats
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Herbert Mingles With Meerkats

On his latest trip, Herbert found himself in the company of some rather silly little creatures. They all liked to pick a direction and stare off endlessly. Herbert joined in to see what all the fuss was about. Last I checked, he was still with the meerkats, waiting for something to happen.

Herbert the Owl, Raccoons, and Fireflies
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Herbert the Owl, Raccoons, and Fireflies

Herbert the Owl found himself atop a building in a colorful city. He scampered along until he ran into a band of raccoons. They were a mischievous bunch indeed! They danced across the rooftops, tried to catch some fireflies, and generally annoyed the townsanimals. Oh, what fun! Prints available here.  

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