Upcoming Reception at OA Gallery

Saturday, December 6, 2014 from 5 to 9pm. Join us for a wonderful art experience.

For more on these wonderful artists read this Saint Louis Post-Dispatch article.

Large Scale Sunset Series

I am currently painting LARGE sunsets. My friends are sending me their favorite photos.

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Here is what I have so far.

Sunset at Sandbar, oil on canvas, 30 x 60 inches (diptych)

Sunset Symphony, oil on canvas, 30 x 40 inches

After the Storm, oil on canvas, 24 x 48 inches

Opening Reception at OA Gallery

How to commission a painting

Have you ever wished for a painting of a special place or imagined a painting on a blank wall? If so, read on...

Many of my commissions are based upon a painting of mine that a client sees and loves but is not the right size for their space.  It's fun collaborating with a client to create a special painting.

←This painting: Julie's House is relatively small (18x12 inches) and was the inspiration for a 30 x 40 inch commission.

How can we make this happen?

First, lets talk, so we can figure out what you want and what I can deliver. If we decide to move forward—great! Call me at (314) 598-7199 or email me at janet@janetfons.com.

If you are local I can start at your home, with the small painting to make sure that the colors would work for your space. In this case, the finished piece was going over the mantle, so I also took a blank 30 x 40 " stretched canvas to place on the mantle to make sure that size would work.

How long will it take?

I am fairly flexible depending on my current schedule. Four to six weeks is an average time frame.

How will I know if I’ll like it?

My starting point is a to-scale painting at about 30% of the final size. After you approve this small scale piece, I begin the final painting.

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How much does it cost?

I price my paintings by size and I don’t charge extra for commissions. Tell me your size and I’ll give you your price, unframed. I generally require 1/3 up front, 1/3 upon sketch approval and the balance upon delivery of the final painting.

Final painting: Julie's House II, oil, 30x40"

Opening reception at OA Gallery

Join me this Friday at OA Gallery in Kirkwood, MO

Opening reception at OA Gallery: August 8, 2014 from 6 - 9 p.m.

OA gallery is hosting an opening reception this Friday from 6-9 p.m. for guest artist Thomas Hammond.

Plus, the entire space has been re-hung and all the resident artists have fresh work to share.

Come join us for wine and hors d'oeuvres!

Janet Fons is joining OA Gallery in Kirkwood, MO

Native Grasses, oil on panel, 12x16" by Janet Fons

I am happy to announce I have joined OA Gallery in Kirkwood, MO. The address is 101A West Argonne, Kirkwood, MO 63112. OA Gallery is open from noon to 5 Wednesday through Saturday. Click here to go to the OA website

Miniature oil painting mounted on cigar box by Janet Fons

Beachside, oil on canvas mounted on cigar box, 7x6.5x3 inches SOLD

"Beachside" is a view from Holmes beach on Anna Maria Island on the Gulf coast. The sand is almost white and the grass and trees blow in the constant breeze off the ocean.

Preview my donation for the Saint Louis Artists' Guild "Collector's Choice XIII"

"Creek at Indian Camp", oil on panel, 16x12, framed. by Janet Fons

Collectors Choice XIII Opens Friday, May 2!

Every Ticket-Holder Is Guaranteed A Piece Of Art!

Collectors Choice is a beloved annual event for local art collectors. With the purchase of one ticket, two people may attend two parties and acquire one piece of original artwork (valued at $250 or more). Tickets are limited to the number of artworks available.

All proceeds from Collectors Choice XIII go towards supporting the St. Louis Artists' Guild, its mission, and programs. 

Opening Party

Friday, May 2, 2014

6pm-9pm

Enjoy wine and hors d'oeuvres while viewing artwork donated by local and regional artists. Meet the contributing artists and learn more about their work! There will also be a Silent Auction of items donated by local businesses and St. Louis Artists' Guild supporters

New landscape painting on cigar box by Janet Fons

"Beach Grass" by Janet Fons, oil on canvas, mounted on cigar box.
6x5.75x3"

I did a little painting this winter while in Florida. The public beach (Holmes Beach on Anna Maria Island) has areas of tall grass leading away from the water and beautiful trees that have light frothy leaves that blow gracefully in the wind. Plus the beach sand is almost white and very cool to walk on. Did I mention I love the beach? This miniature landscape in oil on canvas is mounted on a cigar box. It can be displayed on an easel, it can stand alone on a shelf or it can be used to store treasures.

Available at Grafica Contemporary Fine Art in Webster Groves, MO

The Art of the Collective Exhibition at the St. Louis Artists' Guild

Landscapes by Janet Fons hanging in the exhibition: The Art of the Collective

The Art of the Collective: an Art Group 360 exhibition at the St. Louis Artists' Guild closed March 2, 2014. I got back in town in time to pick up my landscapes. I had a private view (of sorts) before everyone from the group showed up to take down their work. The show encompassed the entire first floor of the Guild and looked wonderful! Thanks to everyone at the Guild for the opportunity to be the last show before they relocate. As an additional 'thank you' I'll be donating a landscape to Collectors Choice XIII.