Today, we are off to see the Asian watercolor art of Gail Threinen, whose work is displayed at Lakeway City Hall. This type of painting is deep in history and symbolism. Unlike traditional Western-style painting, it is meant to capture the spirit of the subject rather than its photographic reality. The ink and paper are unforgiving and cannot be retouched once the brush is stroked on the paper. Yet, many happy surprises come of that water-ink-brush-paper interaction.
We are catered by Asti Trattoria. Our entertainment is Don Mclean
Brunch menu
ASTI Benedict – focaccia / prosciutto / poached egg / hollandaise / dressed greens
Shakshuka – arrabiatta / house ground sausage / baked eggs / parmesan / pecorino / grilled focaccia
Egg White Frittata – roasted romanesco / blistered tomato / butternut squash / fontina / arugula salad
Italian Toast – focaccia / sweet ricotta / lemon curd / merengue / candied rosemary
Shrimp & Polenta – red eye gravy / shaved parmesan
Chicken Cutlet Parmesan – capellini / lemon / capers / garlic / tomato fresca
Let’s go
Lakeway artist – Gail Threinen can be reached at gail.threinen@gmail.com
A word about the photos. The lighting in the Art Center is excellent for viewing the art in person but terrible for photos. Also the art pieces are displayed in varying heights which makes straight on photos difficult. I had to take the shot from a side view to avoid the lights so some pictures would look off-center. I have cropped the pimagesto feature the art and paid little attention to the frames.
This piece is titled Spring Moon and is ink and pigment on xuan paper
Peace Blossom village – Ink and pigment on xuan paper
Peonies in Pink – Ink and pigment on xuan paper
Just Fishing – Ink and pigment on xuan paper
Quote by Yoko Ono – ink on xuan paper
Vineyard and Friends – Ink and pigment on xuan paper
In The Moonlight – Ink and pigment on xuan paper
Calm – Ink on xuan paper
Jucy Grapes – Ink and pigment on xuan paper
In Praise of Second Chances – ink on xuan paper
Water Village – Ink and pigment on xuan paper
I hope you enjoyed the show. Now relax, have some brunch, and enjoy the music.
Fiction Favorites 
Happy Sunday, John! The menu is delicious as always, but also your introduction to this very interesting artist and her work. What a hassle to avoid having to throw tons of canvas into the trash. Best wishes, Michael
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you, Michael. 😁
LikeLike
Lovely paintings, John. I particularly like ‘Calm’. The calligraphy and landscape beautifully complement each other. 😊
LikeLiked by 1 person
I thought so too, Gwen. I hope you have a terrific week.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Beautiful, John!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you, Grant.
LikeLike
They are all great but the first one is my favorite. The artist is quite talented.
Sorry, but I’m not very hungry this morning.
LikeLiked by 2 people
Maybe later. We’ll be here all day. Thanks, GP.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Wow! ❤
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks, Annette.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Beautiful!
LikeLiked by 1 person
I agree, Pam. Thank you. I hope you have a super week.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Fascinating how different cultures approach art and more in unique ways. Amazing how Gail was able to accomplish the moonlight image mostly using a wash technique. Beautiful.
LikeLiked by 1 person
She does washes quite well. Thanks, John
LikeLiked by 1 person
Lovely art. I imagine patience and forgiveness when the ink/paint hits the paper is essential, yet smiles at unexpected creations.
LikeLiked by 1 person
No erasure in this method.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Exactly, which makes it more beautiful.
LikeLiked by 1 person
I agree.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Such pretty paintings. Curious as to what the Yoko Ono one says.
LikeLiked by 1 person
I think we need a translator.
LikeLike
Those are beautiful.
LikeLiked by 1 person
I agree, Craig.
LikeLiked by 1 person
She is a talented artist.
LikeLiked by 1 person
I think she is as well, Molly Shea.
LikeLiked by 1 person
The first one is my favorite, too. I was so busy admiring that beautiful color pink and the birds and then I realized there was the moon! Your photos turned out great.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks, Lois. The photos were a challenge. 😊
LikeLiked by 1 person
I admire artists, probably because I do good to draw stick people, ha! This woman must have a lot of patience, to have developed this form of art and to create such lovely pieces. I’m particularly struck by Spring Moon and the whimsy of Just Fishing.
LikeLiked by 1 person
I have to agree on the patience factor, Debbie. She is talented for sure.
LikeLiked by 1 person
What beautiful art and a talented artist. I do love Asian art. In the Moonlight is gorgeous!
LikeLiked by 1 person
I agree, Noelle. In the Moonlight is terrific.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Exquisite artwork. Absolutely love those peonies!
LikeLiked by 1 person
I agree the work is great, Monika. I like the peonies too.
LikeLiked by 1 person
This is the type os Asian painting th
LikeLiked by 1 person
Mom used to do.
LikeLike
What beautiful art she creates. You did a lovely job sharing them with is. I cannot, ever, get sick of this song by Don McLean. I had to wait to press reply till the song was done 🙂
Happy Sunday, John.
LikeLiked by 1 person
I love that song as well. I also love Don McLean. When I was a radio jock (yes another life) I loved to play American Pie since it was over eight minutes long which meant a potty stop and more coffee.
LikeLiked by 1 person
So good. I went to see “Impressionists”, a 3-D show and when this song came on, with images of his paintings, it was impossible to keep a dry eye.
Hahaha! No kidding… potty stop…
LikeLiked by 1 person
I can imagine it was pretty powerful. Here was an artist who was so alone he took his own life. Today his name and art are known worldwide.
LikeLiked by 1 person
It was beautiful. So funny, my friend had never listened to the lyrics. They blew her away.
LikeLiked by 1 person
They are great lyrics.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Her work is beautiful. I liked so many of them! I loved the Cherry blossoms, Just fishing, and the Peonies.
LikeLiked by 1 person
All great choices, Deborah. You have an exquisite artist eye so I would take your recommendations anytime.
LikeLiked by 1 person
☺😀
LikeLiked by 1 person
😊
LikeLike
I love her artwork, especially the ones with all the vibrant pink! Thanks for sharing, John.
LikeLiked by 1 person
These are very pleasing to the eye. Thank you, Jan.
LikeLike
Hi John, the pictures are lovely. I shall have to look up what is meant by pigment on paper. I know pigment is colour but I don’t know the method for this.
LikeLiked by 1 person
You get one dab at it. I think she mixes her own colors. This may be yet another thing for you to try.
LikeLike
Thanks, John. I mix a lot of my colours too. I use the tubes of watercolour paint which is thicker and brighter. I have just started a new series of paintings called The Light.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Best wishes on The Light series.
LikeLike
You provide artistry in the grub whilst the artist displays her artistry in the gallery, so win met win. And you done good in capturing these too Boss.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you so much, Pilgrim. You say the best things. 😁
LikeLiked by 1 person
That’s because you deliver.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Sweet you are (Yoda said that)
LikeLiked by 1 person
Hahaha! Yes he did.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks for this great presentation of this fantastic artwork, John. Have a good Sunday and the week ahead.
LikeLike
Thank you, Tim. I hope you have a great week as well.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Wonderful collection! I’m really drawn to Spring Moon. I also love the song you chose for relaxing. It’s one of my favorites.
LikeLiked by 1 person
I’m glad you liked it, Mae. The song is one of my favorites as well.
LikeLiked by 1 person
What beautiful artwork, John. Thanks for letting us enjoy it with you. Hugs.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you for coming along, Teagan. Hugs.
LikeLike
Lovely paintings and of course “Starry Starry Night,” which has always been a favorite of mine.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Mine too, Liz.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Beautiful art, John.
Thank you for showing us the art of Gail Threinen!
Her works are gorgeous. Love, love!
Kudos to you, John, for capturing the art best you could for us. Art is a challenge to capture, and do it justice.
Well done!
🎨𝛘 🐂 🐂 🎨𝛘
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you, Resa.🎨𝛘 🐂 🐂 🎨𝛘 ⭕️❌
LikeLike
Wonderfully detailed paintings, John. I’m always amazed by artists with such command over watercolors.
I’ll have the Shakshuka, if there’s any left.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Plenty left. I’m amazed with artists too.
LikeLiked by 1 person
These are beautiful – what a talent Gail has.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Yes she does have talent. Glad you came with us Teri. 😊
LikeLiked by 1 person
Oh wow! Amazing 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
😁
LikeLike
Thank you for sharing this lovely journey of beautiful Asian art John. 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
It is always a pleasure, Debby.
LikeLiked by 1 person
🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Wonderful paintings, dear John! They create Oriental mood!😉🍤🍤🍤🍻
LikeLiked by 1 person
Yes they do. Thank you, Maria.
LikeLiked by 1 person