The Universe Rewards you for sharing.

 

On the same day that I was writing and posting my thoughts about the new store in Key West, the Funky Chicken Store,

I got an e-mail from the store owner telling me that my large painting

"Wing Man"

had sold.

 

Yippee!

 

It seems like positive energy gets positive results.

 

And, not only did this painting sell, he asked me to paint another large painting for the store.  And here is an interesting note.  He asked if there could be more green in the next one because his customers are requesting green to go with their décor.

 

Anybody else out there getting requests for green?

 

See the Funky Chicken Store post here.

 

 

 

Wing Man
20 x 24"  acrylic on canvas
SOLD
©Maggie Ruley 2013

 

Funky Chicken Store

814 Duval St.

Key West, FL

funky chicken store

 

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Earthquake in Key West

Did you feel the earth move the week before last?  They say it was an earthquake off the Cuba coast, but I think it was a reaction to the sudden population boom here in Key West.  Surely the rhythm of all those happy feet on our downtown pavement could set up some kind of vibration that would shake up the earth's crust, right?

It's official, it's tourist season and time to share our island paradise with the world.  If you are visiting we are glad you are here and we want you to have a good time.

 I really do want you to enjoy our island, therefore while you are here.............. 

 1. If I see you standing on a street corner puzzling over a map I will ask if I can help you find something.

2. I will encourage you to get off the main streets and do a little exploring of our quaint streets and lanes if you have time.

3. I will answer your questions about Key West to the best of my ability. 
Today's question: Which is the best beach?  Well, our beaches aren't fabulous, but I think the best overall beach is Fort Zachary Taylor State Park, called Ft Zach by the locals.  It's the only beach where the water is deep enough you can swim. There is sun and shade, picnic tables and it's a great place to watch the sunset. But there is an entrance fee.

4. And I will paint some charming little gem paintings that you can take home to help you remember the fun you had. 


Duval and Greene, acrylic 6 x 6"
©Maggie Ruley 2014

Down town Key West takes on kind of a carnival atmosphere when it is busy with tourists, so Duval and Greene is painted in some fun bright colors.


Duval and Greene, framed 12 x 12"
 $145.00

Lucky, acrylic 6 x 6"
©Maggie Ruley 2014

 Lots of boats on the waters these days, I would call mine Lucky.

 

Lucky, framed 12 x 12"
$145

 

Happening now in Key West

 

Quantum Race Week 2014  Yacht Racing.  http://www.premiere-racing.com/ here is a great web site with live coverage and interviews.

 

Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 25 and 26 is the Key West Craft Show.  Wonderful artists from across the country bring their art to Key West.  On Whitehead Street between Greene St and Caroline, from 10am to 5pm both days. 

 Sponsored by the Key West Art Center.

 

See you at the Craft Show this weekend!

 

 

Three chip and dips, one very tropical and two not so much.

Of the three chip and dip pieces I made recently I decided to do only one with a tropical theme and two that are packed with bright colors but no specific motifs. I do love the tropical flora and fauna but I can understand that not everyone does. So for those people, there are two color-packed contemporary style chip and dips.


Tropical chip and dip $124.00

Comtemporary chip and dips $94.00

In 7 Artists Key West gallery now.

604 Duval Street