At any given moment during theses summer months, you can see Schooners off shore along the coast of Maine. Originally built as the work horse of the coast, these glorious, and graceful vessels have been lovingly maintained and a constant subject matter of my paintings over the years. Even though I am not currently painting, a glimpse of one under full sail against a hazy sky, still makes my heart race.
Haining's historically based style is infused with a blend of abstract impressionism.
Haining's “Lost Oar” Series, whimsical paintings of mermaids, satirical themes and commissions of historic sailing vessels are particularly well known. Her work is in collections nationwide.
Her accomplishments include book cover art for Penguin Press, affiliation with the American Folk Art Museum in New York City and being invited as a featured artist for several maritime institutions of note, including the Maine Maritime Museum and the Nantucket Whaling Museum.
Haining is currently on sabbatical and concentrating on her marketing career, which she has always enjoyed along with her art career.
"When the spirit moves me, I'll go back to art...I was feeling stagnant and bored with my artwork and finally gave myself permission to stop in order to clear my head. It was feeling way too "serious!" It became obvious I needed to walk away. I need to approach it from a completely new direction....perhaps even a new medium...when-what that might be...I'm not sure...we'll see."
Everything changes. Holly
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