Blog/News
November 16, 2022
It is a thrill to be a part of this exhibit and to have my work featured on the cover of the poster for an art show at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral in Portland, OR called "Chrysalis ~ Spreading Our Wings". This show is by artists inspired by the many changes and challenges of the last two years. "Stop by, ponder a bit , and see how the pandemic has influenced these creators - and their creations." 147 NW 19th Ave. Portland, OR 
June 10, 2022
I have added 3 new pieces to im=x Pilates to replace those that have sold:
Contact Rhonda at 503-908-0024 to view in person. Please email me if you are interested in purchasing any of these works.
The next event will be the Lake Oswego Festival of the Arts June 24-26. Looking forward!
May 26, 2022
In the studio this past week and here are some works in progress!
May 17, 2022
I have a small show at IM=X Pilates in Lake Oswego, OR. To view in person, contact Rhonda at 503-908-0024. 
Feb. 21, 2022
On the easel these past months: 
October 24,2021
Here are some pieces that I've been working on this past month! Happy Fall!
Oil on Canvas ~ 12"x12"
"Advice from Otis" Oil on Linen ~ 9"x12"
Peacock ~ Re-purposed and found items on canvas. 12"x24" - now to work on the tail feathers!! :)
September 18, 2021
This week's project...in progress. My beautiful niece!
September 1, 2021
The summer has gone by so quickly. Wishing safety, peace and joy to all who are viewing this. Here are some things still on the easel:
Oil on panel~8"x10"
Oil on Linen~12"x16"
Oil on linen~12"x16" - Sold
May 31, 2021
On the easel today...
May 5, 2021
Anyone else starting to peek out of their hidey-holes? I'm thinking about actually seeing people this summer and I'm gearing up for Fall painting classes! Here is the "garden" I've been building (since I don't have a green thumb) during seclusion. Nature can be a glorious healer. 
December 3, 2020
Happy December! There is so much going on in the world right now and the spirit of giving abounds if one looks for it. It is encouraging to see so many coming forward to help those in need and suffering.
Still in seclusion myself, I've been delving more into portraiture. Here is what I've been up to...all are still in progress!
My son patiently posed for me! 
Two takes on one beautiful model
Glorious profile
November 11, 2020
I attended a virtual conference called "Realism Live" and am still trying to absorb all that I learned. To paint is to always be learning! I highly recommend looking into Eric Rhodes and streamline videos if you are a painter. Here are some pieces in progress on the easel:
Studying portraiture ~ oil on panel
Red velvet rose ~ oil on panel
October 9, 2020
I have been painting a lot of flowers during this time of seclusion. It brings me joy and peace to study and contemplate the beauty that is in the world.
I have a collection of antique frames and am finally creating paintings for them! The painting below will be available for sale shortly (if I can part with it!)...I just have a bit of tweaking to do! 
September 30, 2020
Still digging into my art. I ventured out to set up for a one day show at the Lake
Oswego Festival of the Arts. It was a beautiful day and it was a joy to see the beautiful art! Here was my set up:
I've also started working on portraiture again. Here is my first plopped in coat of paint!
The beautiful Nakia, who is one of my favs!
I have added 2 recent pieces to my website (pictured below). If you are interested in purchasing, please contact me...you can also reach me at [email protected] Also, check out my IG account @juliaarmstrongpeltz
The Bright Side of Life ~ Oil on Panel 9"x12" (Update: Sold!)
Vintage Roses ~ Oil on Panel 9"x12"
June 25, 2020
A few pieces on the easel: I've been watching "Portrait Artist of the Year" on YouTube and I'm trying to take some risks! Oil on linen~12"x16". In progress:
A sketch of lilies: Oil on linen ~ 9"x11" 
June 9, 2020
A while back, my sister asked me to paint a Klimt study on her pocket doors and I said,
"Oh sure, I'll just paint a Klimt, ha ha!" Here is my attempt! It was fun to try and it looks pretty cool in her living room! By the way, my mother's beautiful floral painting is on the left. Verna Carey Armstrong. 
May 26, 2020
I had a wonderful day over Memorial Day weekend with my family as we scoped out scenes to paint in beautiful Oregon. It was a refreshing and lovely day with much more to come this summer! 
May 21, 2020 ~ News
Yay! Fresh off the easel my lilacs (see May 18) sold! Thank you so very much to those wonderful souls who love art and support artists!
Also, I finished my angel. "The Watch" ~ 24"x36" Oil and mixed media on canvas made with re-purposed items.
May 18, 2020
On the easel...playing with purple in the studio today! 
Below is my rainy week "chill" playlist!
Hozier ~ "Movement"
Angelique Kidjo ~ "Summertime"
Etta James ~ " A Sunday Kind of Love"
Robot Koch ~ "Dreams"
Diane Kroll~ "Black Crow"
Claudia Gomez ~ "Nuestro Amor"
Ryan Bingham ~ "The Weary Kind"
Joni Mitchell from the "Travelogue" album ~ "For the Roses"
Mary Chapin Carpenter ~ "10,000 Miles"
Woodkid ~ "Land of All"
Patti Smith from the "Roma" soundtrack ~ "Wing"
H.E.R. ~ "Hard Place"
Enjoy! :)
May 14, 2020
More works in progress
Painting in the time of Covid~
Further progress on the Angel:
May 6, 2020 ~ Patrons
Sometimes people who have acquired my work send me photos of my pieces in their home setting ~ if you own one of my paintings or mosaics, I'd love to see where you have it! 
Mosaic Woman and a print of my "Fall Kimono" painting.
A floral sketch.
Baroque!
The Book ~ One of my first oil paintings. I practised from a photo in Victoria Magazine and gave this to my sister. Plus she has a print of "At a Glance" in the background.
A study I did of this beautiful African profile.
Christmas Time! This family collected much of their own pieces for this mosaic.