Montana Artworking by Cindy Betka

Cloud study, 9" X 12", oil What are you studying lately? For me it is clouds and scenes with water. I look at the light and how it plays on the various shapes in the scene. I work with in a warm or cool color palette. The small studies are the next step after sketches. By the 'study step', I have worked out the composition and colors to a point where I can make fairly quick work of the study. These studies then, end up looking fairly spontaneous. They can be a lot of fun. If they go well, these small pieces are transformed into larger pieces. My goal is to keep that same spontaneity in the large piece. I aim for the emotional qualities to be in the final artwork. Settling, 16" X 20", oil

I am very pleased to announce that, the Yellowstone Art Museum in Billings, MT has accepted these two paintings into their Annual Art Auction 51 for 2019. More details of this event go to https://www.artmuseum.org/exhibition/art-auction-51/ January 25, 2019 - March 9, 2019 Every year, the Yellowstone Art Auction raises crucial support for the exhibitions and educational programs that the Yellowstone Art Museum presents to the community year-round. This year, the YAM is proud to offer three wonderful and distinct events, all in conjunction with the Yellowstone Art Auction. January 25th will kick off the festivities with Cocktails & Quick Finish and Special One-Night-Only Silent Auction. That evening will feature 10 quick-draw artists, a one-night-only silent auction of approximately 40 works, entertainment and hors d’oeuvres. Sparkle,  16" X 12" Oil Depths, 18" X 18", Oil