Persimmons

"Persimmons"
24" x 24" Oil on Canvas
© Monique Straub

Every year at this time I have the same funny conversation with my husband. I say, "I'm starting to feel a little bit of fall in the air..." He says, "It's 95 degrees outside, how can it feel like fall?" I think since fall is my favorite season of the year, and I've already seen pumpkins at the craft store, and Halloween costumes at Costco...it must be close! Persimmons and Pomegranates are another sure sign, so here they are!

"Persimmons" is painted in the warm colors of fall, on 1-1/2" depth gallery wrapped canvas, sides painted black, ready to hang and enjoy. (Note: the background color is a touch more light blue, and not quite as gray as the photo turned out) You can purchase here and have it delivered to your door, $650 with free shipping anywhere in the continental U.S.

"Persimmon Persuasion"

"Persimmon Persuasion"
Pastel on Sandpaper, 12"x12"
© Monique Straub

"Could I interest you in some Persimmons my dear?" The sound of this deep but breezy, with a slight Italian accent, voice still dances through my mind. You never know who you'll meet or what you may find at some of our local farmers markets. "I use those for props," I replied, as I gathered a full basket of the beautifully polished orbs. He tipped his hat and gave me a slightly puzzled smile as I sized up the eggplants and peppers.

Framed in a plein air style wide black wood with thin gold liner and UV/non-glare museum glass, this piece is a true beauty. Buy it here and have it shipped or contact me for pick up at my Spanish Village studio. $295 + $35 to ship anywhere in the continental US or Canada. Updated 6/20/15: Sold!