Toby Penney

Usually I post works in progress/ studio shots in B & W to differentiate the moment in process from the object. Today seemed to warrant a different approach. Much like this year has demanded a rethink of our general life processes. WHAT NOW? Is a question I hear a lot of people ask in the most exasperated tones. I get it but, I am personally getting over asking myself that question. Instead I have been taking some time to look back over my personal history to reevaluate what skills have gotten me here. Emotional, technical, physical skills are all being considered. This time is definitely wearing parts of me down, ego especially. However, it is also a time that is forcing growth, that I was comfortably blind in not realizing, I needed. Erasing WHAT NOW? is happening personally & in the studio. This painting and I are transitioning together. Are you growing? How? What is working better for you now than it did this time last year? . . . . About this work in progress: 123 x 60 inches Reclaimed fabric, fiber, & paper with mixed oil media on extra heavy paper (cardstock) . . . #workonpaper #contemporarypainting #artsdesfemmes #paintbig https://www.instagram.com/p/CDotErUHytM/?igshid=x8zgibvg7nin

Who has an art blog? I want to read it and everyone needs to know about it. Comment where to find it or share your favorite blog by someone else. Any and all mediums are interesting and new & old processes are intriguing. Tell us! And, happy Friday folks! . . . . #callforartists #callforart #artistsubmission #arttalk https://www.instagram.com/p/CDlskrSnlob/?igshid=18czv8k2l7cvm

There has been a lot of life packed into the last few days. It is looking like the weekend promises the same. Swipe to see the full view of this #wip at 123 x 60 inches. It is my current studio focus, going with me through the changes this week keeps throwing my way. So far it is adapting well. . . . . #workinprogress #workonpaper #contemporarypainting #paintbig https://www.instagram.com/p/CDk3lU-HOK-/?igshid=1gpzy8u0zqslo

We Make What We See 28.5 x 38 inches created on heavy paper (cardstock) with mixed media and reclaimed fabric and fibers. This work is specially priced at $200, including domestic shipping, in conjunction with the @artistsupportpledge. Worldwide shipping will happily be quoted. Please dm me to reserve your original art. Artwork ships rolled in a tube and goes out each Wednesday. . Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many artists have found themselves without work, teaching, technical support, gallery work. Exhibitions and sales have disappeared. In an attempt to help alleviate some of this stress Mathew Burrows has instigated the ARTIST SUPPORT PLEDGE #artistsupportpledge The concept is a simple one. Artist's post images of their work which they are willing to sell for $200 and under. Every time they reach $1000 of sales they pledge to buy another artist's work for . . #livegenerously #supportart #livingartist #workonpaper https://www.instagram.com/p/CDjgNQeHx1n/?igshid=1x4p2mc95tr02

Talk,Talk, Talk 60 x 64 inches Mixed media with reclaimed fabric and fibers on paper . Swipe for details & #insitu looks. . More art and artist information @tobypenney . . . This painting is only available through the studio. Specially priced at $700 pandemic pricing. . Worldwide shipping will happily be quoted. . Please dm me to reserve your original art. . Studio financing is available. . The painting ships rolled in a tube. . . . #supportart #supportlivingartists #buyartyoulove #buyoriginalart https://www.instagram.com/p/CDhd3ylHWBT/?igshid=1sh8tuzlly600

Making art happen has many different looks. Today it looks like grant writing & proposal development. That is, while crucial, a pretty boring look. So I am sharing a recent studio session & a few favorite recent paintings. There are also more details & information @ateliertobypenney . I welcome questions by comment or dm. Hope your hump day rocks! . . . . #paperwork #paintbig #contemporarypainting #artsdesfemmes @roamingstudio @your_art_now https://www.instagram.com/p/CDhGAgnnIRg/?igshid=1gszug5xl14yy

It has been a hectic & heavy couple of weeks so, I want to spread some love. Each of the paintings in the post will be only $125, including domestic shipping. This will be in conjunction with the #artistsupportpledge . The pledge is a concept promoting a culture of generosity. It is keeping artists working & putting great art into the world for very accessible prices. I am always excited to participate. More information, detail shots, & in situ mock ups of each of these works can be seen @ateliertobypenney . Swipe or read below for more information about @artistsupportpledge . Happy Tuesday night folks! . . . . Dm or comment to reserve your art. . . #artistsupportpledge #supportart #livingartist #workonpaper #covid19art #pandemicart #buyoriginalart https://www.instagram.com/p/CDfUigQHMeb/?igshid=1pp8vcdsb03mh

Archived Self II 22 x 28 inches Mixed media with reclaimed fabric and fibers on paper $125 (+$15) domestic shipping via Artist Support Pledge. . . . . International shipping will be happily quoted. Paintings ship in a tube & my shipping day is Wednesday of every week, unless otherwise noted. . Swipe to see details & #insitu options More @tobypenney . About Artist Support Pledge : Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many artists have found themselves without work, teaching, technical support, gallery work. Exhibitions and sales have disappeared. In an attempt to help alleviate some of this stress Mathew Burrows has instigated the ARTIST SUPPORT PLEDGE. The concept is a simple one. Artist's post images of their work which they are willing to sell for $200 and under. Every time they reach $1000 of sales they pledge to buy another artist's work for $200. . . #supportart #supportlivingartists #buyartyoulove #buyoriginalart https://www.instagram.com/p/CDeo9N1Hihe/?igshid=1jjdr2fqwhevv

Archived Self III 22 x 28 inches Mixed media with reclaimed fabric and fibers on paper $125 (+$15) domestic shipping via Artist Support Pledge. . . . . International shipping will be happily quoted. Paintings ship in a tube & my shipping day is Wednesday of every week, unless otherwise noted. . Swipe to see details & #insitu options More @tobypenney . About Artist Support Pledge : Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many artists have found themselves without work, teaching, technical support, gallery work. Exhibitions and sales have disappeared. In an attempt to help alleviate some of this stress Mathew Burrows has instigated the ARTIST SUPPORT PLEDGE. The concept is a simple one. Artist's post images of their work which they are willing to sell for $200 and under. Every time they reach $1000 of sales they pledge to buy another artist's work for $200. . . #supportart #supportlivingartists #buyartyoulove #buyoriginala https://www.instagram.com/p/CDdOL7anNrh/?igshid=m2dc1cxjnocf

Hey folks. I am part of an amazing artist support team. This is our question for you. Please share &/or tag your favorite artists. . . Life is built on cycles, full of highs and and lows. The last six months has been a blow to a lot of creatives. It is time for some of the highs to kick into action. The pandemic may not be past us but, we can certainly build and plan for the future. Otrera Arts is a team that wants to get artists to their best place. What what does that place look like for you? What kind of help do you feel you need? We want to hear from you! Comment here &/or give us a shout at [email protected]. . . . . Would you like to be on the Otrera notification list? We send out updates with opportunities and calls for artists & creative professionals of all types. Join our list by emailing [email protected] (Your privacy is valued here. We will never share your personal information.) . . . #callforartists #callforart #artistfeature #artistopportunity https://www.instagram.com/p/CDcSVynHALu/?igshid=zk2h22gj1ekm

Releasing the Past 28.5 x 38 inches created on heavy paper (cardstock) with mixed media and reclaimed fabric and fibers. This work is specially priced at $200, including domestic shipping, in conjunction with the @artistsupportpledge. Worldwide shipping will happily be quoted. Please dm me to reserve your original art. Artwork ships rolled in a tube and goes out each Wednesday. . Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many artists have found themselves without work, teaching, technical support, gallery work. Exhibitions and sales have disappeared. In an attempt to help alleviate some of this stress Mathew Burrows has instigated the ARTIST SUPPORT PLEDGE #artistsupportpledge The concept is a simple one. Artist's post images of their work which they are willing to sell for $200 and under. Every time they reach $1000 of sales they pledge to buy another artist's work for . . #livegenerously #supportart #livingartist #workonpaper https://www.instagram.com/p/CDaaDR5nN8S/?igshid=7ofykzk0sr9x

Waking Antiquity 28.5 x 38 inches created on heavy paper (cardstock) with mixed media and reclaimed fabric and fibers. . This work is specially priced at $200, including domestic shipping, in conjunction with the @artistsupportpledge. . Worldwide shipping will happily be quoted. . . Please dm me to reserve your original art. . . . Artwork ships rolled in a tube and goes out each Wednesday. . More art & artist information @TobyPenney . . Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many artists have found themselves without work, teaching, technical support, gallery work. Exhibitions and sales have disappeared. In an attempt to help alleviate some of this stress Mathew Burrows has instigated the ARTIST SUPPORT PLEDGE #artistsupportpledge The concept is a simple one. Artist's post images of their work which they are willing to sell for $200 and under. Every time they reach $1000 of sales they pledge to buy another artist's work for . . #livegenerously #supportart #livingartist #workonpaper https://www.instagram.com/p/CDYJfPJnV-B/?igshid=19lfd3lkju13b

Sister Planting 60 x 64 inches Mixed media with reclaimed fabric and fibers on paper . Swipe for details & #insitu looks. . More art and artist information @tobypenney . . . This painting is only available through the studio. Specially priced at $700 pandemic pricing. . Worldwide shipping will happily be quoted. . Please dm me to reserve your original art. . Studio financing is available. . The painting ships rolled in a tube. . . . #supportart #supportlivingartists #buyartyoulove #buyoriginalart https://www.instagram.com/p/CDXpzYsnMEN/?igshid=ktxyktywnzgp

This sweet girls is finally home and moving around a bit. After a routins surgery this week she had some not so routine complications and a night in the ER. I'm so glad she can hold her up up now. We've even seen a smile or two & some tail wagging. Back to the studio soon! . . . . #artdog #bestfriend #studiomate #thatwasclose https://www.instagram.com/p/CDXTxzOn5dn/?igshid=11opqd2d4fmdd

Silence Speaks 36 x 35 inches Mixed media with reclaimed fabric and fibers on paper $200 includes domestic shipping via Artist Support Pledge. . . . . International shipping will be happily quoted. . Paintings ship in a tube & my shipping day is Wednesday of every week, unless otherwise noted. . Swipe to see details & #insitu options More art & information @tobypenney . About Artist Support Pledge : Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many artists have found themselves without work, teaching, technical support, gallery work. Exhibitions and sales have disappeared. In an attempt to help alleviate some of this stress Mathew Burrows has instigated the ARTIST SUPPORT PLEDGE. The concept is a simple one. Artist's post images of their work which they are willing to sell for $200 and under. Every time they reach $1000 of sales they pledge to buy another artist's work for $200. . . #supportart #supportlivingartists #buyartyoulove #buyoriginalart https://www.instagram.com/p/CDW0PZ4HuED/?igshid=vv2schdi4802

Fate Is A Gossip 59 x 60 inches Mixed media with reclaimed fabric and fibers on paper . Swipe for details & #insitu looks. . More art and artist information @tobypenney . . . This painting is only available through the studio. Specially priced at $700 pandemic pricing. . Worldwide shipping will happily be quoted. . Please dm me to reserve your original art. . Studio financing is available. . The painting ships rolled in a tube. . . . #supportart #supportlivingartists #buyartyoulove #buyoriginalart https://www.instagram.com/p/CDVOHfnHtLM/?igshid=wf9zgwnfdbmu

Companion Road 36 x 36 inches Mixed media with reclaimed fabric and fibers on cardstock $200 includes domestic shipping via Artist Support Pledge. . . . . International shipping will be happily quoted. Paintings ship in a tube & my shipping day is Wednesday of every week, unless otherwise noted. . Swipe to see details & #insitu options More @TobyPenney . About Artist Support Pledge : Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many artists have found themselves without work, teaching, technical support, gallery work. Exhibitions and sales have disappeared. In an attempt to help alleviate some of this stress Mathew Burrows has instigated the ARTIST SUPPORT PLEDGE. The concept is a simple one. Artist's post images of their work which they are willing to sell for $200 and under. Every time they reach $1000 of sales they pledge to buy another artist's work for $200. . . #supportart #supportlivingartists #buyartyoulove #buyoriginalart https://www.instagram.com/p/CDTyqSPnOFU/?igshid=c50bhqbpd62k