A Behind scene of the Art of Texas State Parks at the Bullock Museum

I can't wait to see the exhibition, the Art of Texas State Parks at the Bullock Museum. In honor of the Centennial Celebration of Texas State Park, The Bullock Museum will host a traveling art exhibit from January 7 to April 30. The exhibit will travel to the Houston Museum of Natural Science in late May. It will then travel to several museums in 2024. This is one of behind scenes that the museum team is installing my painting "View Beyond Dogwood, Mission Tejas State Park".
https://www.thestoryoftexas.com/.../art-of-the-texas-parks

“View Beyond Dogwood, Mission Tejas State Park”, by Hailey E. Herrera, watercolor batik, 40”X30”

Crossing Chinquapin Trail, Huntsville State Park

I am honored and humbled to have my watercolor batik painting, "Crossing Chinquapin Trail, Huntsville State Park" grace the wall of Texas A&M University Press (TAMU Press) and added to its permanent collection, "The Frank H. Wardlaw Collection of Texas Art". Warm thanks to Bill and Linda Reaves, Dr. Jay Dew, TAMU Press Director, and Thomas Lemmons for coordinating the process.

“Crossing Chinquapin Trail, Huntsville State Park” by Hailey E. Herrera, watercolor batik, 30:X40”, in the Frank H. Wardlaw Collection of Texas Art

A New Exhibition by the Professional Artists of Central Texas (PACT)

The latest fine art exhibition and sale by the Professional Artists of Central Texas (PACT) will open this Thursday, January 19 with an opening reception from 5:00 - 8:00pm at the new Waco Art Center, 701 Eighth Street, Waco, Texas. This reception and show is free and open to the public. The exhibit is an eclectic array of fine art, highlighting many new works by the PACT artists not previously shown in Waco. The artwork will be for sale through the art center and the show will run through March 11. The art center is open Tuesday through Friday, 10:00am-5:00pm and Saturday 10:00am-2:00pm. Art talks, workshops and demos are scheduled throughout the show. Check the art center calendar for times and dates.

The Professional Artists of Central Texas (PACT) is an organization of fine artists who work together to strengthen, improve and promote the artistic,  professional, and economic success of fine artists in central Texas.  The organization is based in Waco, Texas, and currently has 18 professional members from around the area. 

Dessert in the Garden

The commissioned piece, “Dessert in the Garden” has been delivered to New York, NY. The couple wanted to remember their first anniversary celebration. They asked me to create an artwork based on desserts from their anniversary celebration but create the painting to be true to my style and desserts to be in a garden setting. I am happy to be able to create this piece that will be treasured for years to come.

“Dessert in the Garden”, watercolor batik, 20”X30”, in a private collection.

The Art of Texas State Parks, A Centennial Celebration, 1923-2023

I am proud to be included in the new book, "The Art of Texas State Parks, A Centennial Celebration, 1923-2023" by Andrew Sansom and Linda J. Reaves and published by TAMU Press. My artworks are featured in pages 51, 58, 126, 150. The book can be purchased from the publisher. If you want to get my signatures on those pages, there will be a book signing event with the reception at the Bullock Museum. Date to be announced soon.

Roadside Wildflowers

This commissioned painting through Degallery, "Roadside Wildflowers" has found its permanent home. Thank you to Dary, the owner of Degallary for connecting this piece with a patron, and your representation and hard work. It is a 48 X 36 inches watercolor batik painting, the biggest painting I created so far.

“Roadside Wildflowers” by Hailey E. Herrera, watercolor batik, 48”X36”, SOLD

SOLD. The painting, "Lake Raven in Spring, Huntsville State Park" has found its new home. I am delighted this piece will go to its new place with the lifelong Texas Art collector, Bill and Linda Reaves. I thank to the Foltz gallery in Houston for putting its effort into the exhibit "The Art of Texas State Parks" and of course, red dot.
https://foltzgallery.com/show/foltz-fine-art-the-art-of-texas-parks

“Lake Raven in Spring, Huntsville State Park” by Hailey E. Herrera, watercolor batik, 40”X30”, Collection of Linda and Bill Reaves.

Working on the commissioned piece, “Roadside Wildflowers”.

“Roadside Wildflowers” by Hailey E. Herrera, watercolor batik, 48”X36”, working in progress

Is a good idea for an artist to sell reproductions ?

Selling reproductions, such as prints, of an artist's original work can be a good idea for several reasons:

  1. Increased revenue: Selling reproductions can increase an artist's revenue by providing a way to sell multiple copies of a single piece of artwork.

  2. Greater audience reach: By selling reproductions, an artist's work can reach a wider audience, as prints are generally less expensive than original artworks.

  3. Promotion of original artworks: Selling reproductions can also be a way to promote an artist's original artworks and increase demand for them.

  4. Cost-effective: Selling reproductions is cost-effective for the artist, as the artist can make multiple copies of the artwork without having to create each one from scratch.

  5. Increased Visibility: Selling reproductions can also increase an artist's visibility and allow them to reach new audiences, potentially leading to more sales and commissions.

However, it's important to note that selling reproductions of your artworks doesn't replace the value of original artworks and it's also important for the artist to consider the medium and quality of the reproductions and the pricing strategy. Additionally, it's important for the artist to make sure that the reproductions are clearly labeled as such, and not marketed or sold as original artworks.

In summary, selling reproductions can be a good way for artists to increase their revenue, reach a wider audience and promote their original artworks, but it's important to consider the medium, quality, pricing and labeling of the reproductions.

The book, "The Art of Texas State Parks" by TAMU press

The book, "The Art of Texas State Parks" by TAMU press has been published. My painting, "View Beyond Dogwood" and "Lake Raven in Spring" are featured in this book. You can get 30% off using coupon code PARKS until 10/01/2022.

Includes the work of these artists:
Randy Bacon, Abilene Mary Baxter, Marfa David Caton, Utopia Charles Criner, Houston Margie Crisp, Elgin Ric Dentinger, San Antonio Fidencio Duran, Austin Janet Eager Krueger, Encinal Joel R. Edwards, Waco Malou Flato, Austin Gordon Fowler, Austin Pat Gabriel, Fort Worth David R. Griffin, Dallas Brian Grimm, Fredericksburg Clemente F. Guzman III, San Antonio Karl E. Hall, Houston John Austin Hanna, Fredericksburg Billy Hassell, Fort Worth Hailey E. Herrera, Bryan Lee Jamison, Huntsville Denise LaRue Mahlke, Whitehouse Talmage Minter, Waco William B. Montgomery, Elgin Kermit Oliver, Waco Noe Perez, Corpus Christi Jeri Salter, Hutto Jim Stoker, San Antonio Bob Stuth-Wade, Dublin Terri M. Wells, Austin

https://www.tamupress.com/book/9781648430688/the-art-of-texas-state-parks/?utm_source=campus+email&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=PARKS

I delivered the painting "View Beyond Dogwood, Mission Tejas State Park" to the Bullock Texas State History Museum, Austin, TX. The painting will be displayed at the Museum as part of the 100th celebration of the Texas state park system. The exhibition, "Art of Texas State Parks, 100 Years of the State Park System" opens on January 7, 2023.

Art of Texas State Parks includes work from artists such as Randy Bacon, Mary Baxter, David Caton, Charles Criner, Margie Crisp, Ric Dentinger, Fidencio Duran, Janet Eager Krueger, Joel R. Edwards, Malou Flato, Gordon Fowler, Pat Gabriel, David R. Griffin, Brian Grimm, Clemente F. Guzman III, Karl E. Hall, John Austin Hanna, Billy Hassell, Hailey E. Herrera, Lee Jamison, Denise LaRue Mahlke, Jim Malone, Talmage Minter, William B. Montgomery, Kermit Oliver, Noe Perez, Jeri Salter, Jim Stoker, Bob Stuth-Wade and Terri M. Wells.

https://www.thestoryoftexas.com/.../art-of-the-texas-parks

“View Beyond Dogwood, Mission Tejas State Park” by Hailey E. Herrera, watercolor batik, 30”X40”

I have a collaborative exhibit at the Art Council of Brazos Valley with fellow artists, Nikki Smith and Patsy Supak. Stop by and enjoy some beautiful paintings. Here is a sneak peek from the exhibit.

My watercolor batik paintings, from left: Crossing Chinquapin Trail, Splash of Red, Spring Heron, Blue Water Lily, Under Tree Canopy.

New painting, "Mr. and Mrs. Cardinal"

A male and female northern cardinal sitting on a branch. Watercolor batik painting by Hailey E. Herrera. My batik paintings are perfect if you are looking for a beautiful and unique artwork to enchant your home. This piece would make a wonderful addition to your art collection and will brighten up any wall in your home.

It is executed on rice paper which is mounted on gallery wrapped canvas and varnished. Black and white layered rice paper are attached to the sides of the canvas and finished with black acrylic to give a clean and unique look. The back of the canvas is signed, hooked, and wired ready to hang, giving an all round professional finish.

Dimensions WXHXD 24X18X1.5 inches, available via haileyherrera.com: https://www.haileyherrera.com/watercolor-batik/mr-and-mrs-cardinal

“Mr. and Mrs. Cardinal” by Hailey E. Herrera, watercolor batik, 18”X24”

Fresh Jazz

I delivered two abstract paintings, "Fresh Jazz - Yellow" and "Fresh Jazz - Green" 36X72 inches (pair @ 36X36 inches each) commissioned by the company, American Art Resources, located in Houston. TX.

“Fresh Jazz-Yellow” by Hailey E. Herrera, watercolor batik, 36”X326” SOLD

“Fresh Jazz - Green” by Hailey E. Herrera, watercolor batik, 36”X36”, SOLD