Seven Years of Art Festivals

Erin Hanson shares how selling at art festivals was a transformative experience for her and open impressionism

Saturday, March 1, 2025

My first seven years of selling at art festivals were transformative. I realized I could paint for a living, and the rising demand for my paintings allowed me to paint more and more, giving me the opportunity to hone my skills and develop the tenets of Open Impressionism.

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Things to Do in Oregon Wine Country

McMinnville Local Area Visitors Guide

Friday, February 28, 2025

The Erin Hanson Gallery is nestled in the heart of Willamette Valley Wine Country and surrounded by 200 top-of-the-line wineries. The area is a hot destination renowned for its Pinot Noir, stunning vistas, delectable culinary adventures, and luxurious resorts and spas.

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Camille Pissarro: Blessed Are Those Who See Beauty

Guest article written by Mary C. Kennelly

Monday, February 17, 2025

Find out about the life of one of the original impressionists, Camille Pissarro. His work and life were defined by controversy and adversity, yet he continued demonstrating kindness as he painted diverse subjects in his colorful, impressionist style.

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How to See Color

Capturing the essence of Nature’s beauty.

Saturday, February 1, 2025

I am often asked how I see the colors I see when I am painting. This question has been on my mind lately, and I thought you might enjoy hearing about how I approach color in each new painting I begin.

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How Open Impressionism Began

Sharing the origins of Erin Hanson's iconic painting style

Wednesday, January 1, 2025

Erin Hanson shares how her painting style, open impressionism, came to by and why she chooses to paint natural spaces.

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How to Find Inspiration

How one Professional Artist Finds Inspiration

Sunday, December 1, 2024

I am often asked how I stay inspired. My answer is to point to a 2-foot-tall stack of photos and say, “These are the paintings I wish I could start right now!” While I never run out of things to paint, I thought you’d find it interesting to hear about how I keep myself inspired.

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Creating Petite Compositions

How Erin Hanson Paints Small Works

Friday, November 1, 2024

Erin Hanson shares how and why she began painting her small studies or - as she calls them her "Petite Paintings."

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Bringing Art to Life: A Curated Collection on the Samsung Frame TV

Monday, October 21, 2024

In the ever-evolving world of art and technology, the Samsung Frame TV stands out as a revolutionary medium, transforming the traditional television experience into a dynamic art gallery. For art enthusiasts and collectors, this innovative display offers a unique way to showcase and enjoy a diverse array of artworks. Today, we’re delving into a captivating selection of pieces currently available on the Samsung Frame TV, including timeless classics and contemporary masterpieces.

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Painting Monet's Water Lilies

Honoring an artistic legacy

Sunday, September 1, 2024

I recently came back from France where I gathered inspiration from many of the same locations as the original Impressionists. This includes Monet's garden and his famous water lily pond. Find out more about the trip here.

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1874 to 2024 Impressionism Then and Now

A look toward the future of impressionism

Thursday, August 22, 2024

Erin Hanson recently returned from a whirlwind adventure across France, following in the footsteps of Monet and van Gogh. She stood in many of the exact locations they stood and painted, seeing the French landscape from their point of view, finding inspiration from the same beautiful light and colors that inspired these two artistic pioneers.

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Erin Hanson's Artistic Pilgrimage through France

Retracing the Steps of van Gogh and Monet

Thursday, August 15, 2024

Renowned artist Erin Hanson embarked on a transformative journey through France, following in the footsteps of two pioneering painters whose works have profoundly influenced Erin’s love of art and impressionism for decades: Monet and van Gogh. As a result of this inspiring journey, Erin has created a new collection titled “Reflections of the Seine: Inspirations from France” as a love letter to the artists who first inspired her in her formative years.

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Introducing: Monet's Water Lilies

Immersive Inspiration

Saturday, July 27, 2024

Erin Hanson recently embarked on an artistic pilgrimage through the heart of Monet's artistic universe. Since then, she has returned to her studio put brush to canvas. We invite you to enjoy her newest large-scale painting, "Monet's Lilies."

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Erin Hanson’s Big Birthday Bash

You're Invited to Erin's Birthday Party on July 13th

Monday, July 8, 2024

The Erin Hanson Gallery will be hosting a big birthday bash for Erin Hanson on Saturday, July 13th, 2024 - and you are invited to join us! This is going to be a joyful, fun party filled with gorgeous art, delightful treats, and local wines. If you can make it, we certainly hope you will join in the celebration! In advance of her party, we pulled the guest of honor aside to talk about a few of her favorite things, along with her plans for the future. Read the entire interview here.

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Erin Hanson’s Water Art

Explore impressionist water artwork

Saturday, June 15, 2024

Erin Hanson has created over two hundred coastal landscapes, a collection of water lily paintings, and innumerable works featuring rivers and lakes. Water, its motion, reflections, and beauty have all been featured in many of her paintings.

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How to Conserve Your Art Collection

Simple Ways to Varnish Your Originals to Improve Their Longevity

Friday, May 3, 2024

Now that I have been creating oil paintings for almost two decades, I have become more interested in art conservation. My team and I have extensively researched how art museums conserve their oil paintings and prevent them from fading. I want to share my knowledge with you.

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Erin Hanson Answers School Children's Questions

School children often reach out to Erin with art questions. Here are some answers.

Thursday, May 2, 2024

Recently, two sets of school students reached out to Erin to ask her questions about her work and to share their own thoughts and comments as well. The questions and comments were very astute and wonderful, so we thought we would share the Q&A here on the blog.

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Erin Hanson’s Sakura Adventure

Erin visited the cherry blossoms in her recent Japan trip

Wednesday, May 1, 2024

Erin just returned from her second trip to Japan. Her goal for this trip was to find inspiration among the blossoming cherry trees known in Japan as "sakura."

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What Art is Best for Color Blind People?

Men predominantly experience colorblindness, but they still deserve to experience beautiful art. Here's how they can do it.

Sunday, March 31, 2024

Colorblind men and women deserve to see and enjoy art, but this can be tricky because of how they see and experience color. There are seven different forms of colorblindness. In six of those forms, color shows up differently than normal color vision, and in one of those forms, the individual cannot see color at all.

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The Secret Meaning of Cypress Trees in Art

Cypress trees have held symbolism in cultures across the planet

Wednesday, January 31, 2024

Did you know cypress trees have particular symbolism in art, mythology, and religion? For centuries, Middle Eastern and European cultures have revered the cypress as a symbol of the transition between life and death, with cypresses symbolizing the uplifting of the human spirit and the possibilities of eternal life.

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Why Wine Country?

Erin Hanson delves into why she loves to paint wine country

Monday, January 1, 2024

Erin Hanson explains why she chose pastoral landscapes in wine country as a subject for her open impressionist oil paintings.

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Preservation through Art: California Desert

Enjoy the vibrancy within every desert-scape

Sunday, December 31, 2023

Erin Hanson has been painting California desert scenes for well over two decades. As a California native who grew up both in the Southwest and Pacific Northwest, deserts have been her lifelong companion. Erin Hanson has been painting California desert scenes for well over two decades. As an Oregon native who transplanted to the California desert at a young age, deserts acted as a childhood companion. However, unless one is actively immersed in a desert town like Palm Springs, La Quinta, or Indian Wells, one must seek out the dusty expanses that cover California's desert region. These desolate areas strike one as stark and monotonous. However, if one has Erin's eye, a desert dweller can see the vibrancy blossoming within.

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Painting the Blue Ridge Mountains

Art of Appalachia

Tuesday, December 12, 2023

In the 1800s, oil painter William Louis Sonntag put brush to board and created a lovely painting called The Blue Ridge Mountains. Since then, many artists have depicted the Blue Ridge Mountains in paint, and those artists include Erin Hanson.

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Erin Hanson: Alchemist of Color Exhibition

Art Exhibition at the Channel Islands Maritime Museum

Thursday, November 2, 2023

Join art enthusiasts of every kind at the Channel Islands Maritime Museum in Oxnard California for the latest exhibition: Erin Hanson: Alchemist of Color.

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An Interview with Erin Hanson: Alchemist of Color

How Erin Hanson became an artist, in her own words

Wednesday, November 1, 2023

I’ve spent over 10,000 hours just mixing paint and this has given me a lot of opportunities to explore what color can do. Now I can color match anything. I can color match any photograph, any paint color or fabric swatch – any object. I spend an hour or two every day mixing color for my paintings. In fact, color is such an important part of how I compose my paintings that I premix my entire palette before I ever pick up a brush to begin painting.

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Painting Small Works

Erin Hanson's Petite Paintings

Wednesday, November 1, 2023

I began creating “petite” paintings as little studies to reference when painting a larger piece. I now find particular joy in creating them and use them to push myself as a painter.

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Follow In Erin Hanson's Footsteps: Explore the Grand Canyon Like an Artist

Follow in Erin Hanson's Footsteps

Tuesday, October 31, 2023

If you are interested in Erin Hanson's work, this article will allow you to virtually follow in her footsteps around the canyon. You can also use it as a resource when visiting the Grand Canyon National Park. Using this guide, you can see the views Hanson portrays and watch as the park changes throughout the seasons.

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How to Decorate Around Your Art Collection

Incorporate your art into your home design scheme

Sunday, October 1, 2023

This article will show you how you can buy the artwork you love and adjust the room around it, making it look like the painting was designed especially for that room.

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What are Floater Frames?

Find out what it means when someone offers "floater frames" or "floating frames"

Thursday, September 21, 2023

One question that gets asked here at the Erin Hanson Gallery is "What is a floater frame?" or "What is a floating frame?" We are here to answer that question - and give you an overview of the various framing styles we use when framing Erin Hanson's oil paintings, canvas prints, and 3D textured replicas here at the gallery.

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How to Properly Conserve & UV Protect Your Oil Painting

A step-by-step guide for properly conserving and UV protecting your oil painting.

Wednesday, September 20, 2023

It has been two years or more since you purchased your oil painting. You want to protect it from UV rays and other damage, but you aren’t quite sure how to properly conserve your artwork. Does this sound like you? If so, you are in luck! Erin Hanson has created a step-by-step guide for properly conserving and UV protecting your oil painting.

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Follow In Erin Hanson's Footsteps: Explore Zion National Park Like an Artist

Where should artists go to paint in Zion?

Friday, September 15, 2023

Erin Hanson has painted the red rock cliffs and diverse ecosystem found in Zion National Park for over a decade. Explore Zion through Hanson's open impressionist paintings. Where should artists go to Zion to paint?

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Nebraska Public Media Interview with Erin Hanson

Friday LIVE: Extra: Bone Creek Museum of Agrarian Art

Thursday, July 27, 2023

Erin Hanson was recently interviewed by Genevieve Randall of Nebraska Public Media's show "Friday Live." They discussed Hanson's exhibition Erin Hanson: Color on the Vine at Bone Creek Museum of Agrarian Art and her upcoming artist's reception at the museum on July 29th, from 5 to 7 PM.

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Following in the Footsteps of the Impressionists

Impressionists are painters of light

Wednesday, July 26, 2023

The Impressionists have been called the “painters of light.” Anyone who has stood in front of a Monet water lily painting knows what this means. The waving lines of color look loose and abstract up close, but when you step back, the whole painting comes into focus, and you see where each ripple in the water changes color, reflecting the light from the sky or the rich colors of the surrounding trees.

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Ode to Sunflowers

Impressionist Paintings of Sunflowers

Tuesday, July 25, 2023

While I had always admired the colorful sunflower paintings by van Gogh, it never occurred to me to try painting them myself until, one day, I saw a vase of sunflowers that had been allowed to dry out without any water for two months. When I looked at the drooping, dried-out petals curving around the large heads, I knew instantly I had to paint them. Here was abstract color, bold contrast, classic theme... everything needed for the perfect painting. I have been painting sunflowers ever since.

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Following in the Footsteps of Early California Painters

The long tradition of California Impressionists

Saturday, July 15, 2023

I have loved every painting I have ever seen of Edgar Payne, and his works make me want to jump in my van and head back out to the Colorado Plateau to explore Arches, Monument Valley, and Canyon de Chelly just one more time. When I first saw with my own eyes the twisted cypress trees and aquamarine waters of Monterey and Carmel, I understood why the Early California painters loved this landscape so much.

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Art: Beauty Inspired by Nature

Interview with the Artist

Monday, July 3, 2023

In a recent interview, Erin Hanson spoke with Turkish interviewer Yazı Cansu Karakuş for a piece in L'Officiel Türkiye. Below is a translated version of the article that was published.

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The Future of Art Reproduction

The making of 3D textured replicas

Saturday, July 1, 2023

Learn how Erin Hanson went from giclee prints to creating 3D replicas of her original oil paintings.

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How Has Impasto Painting Been Used Throughout History?

Examine the history of impasto art with us

Wednesday, June 28, 2023

Erin Hanson and many other contemporary painters use impasto painting techniques in their art. This article shares where the impasto technique comes from and how it rose to prominence in the past centuries.

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Five Reasons Art Collectors Love 3D Textured Replicas

Explore affordable art replicas that look like the original painting

Thursday, June 1, 2023

Erin Hanson is one of the few artists worldwide to offer 3D textured replicas of her original paintings. While the 2D prints produced in The Erin Hanson Gallery workshop are so beautiful that they often get mistaken as original, Hanson wanted to offer collectors something more...something that replicates an original but is more affordable. Enter 3D textured replicas.

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Behind-the-Art: Cherry in Bloom

The Feeling of Spring

Thursday, June 1, 2023

This piece is inspired by a local Oregon scene Hanson spotted not too far from her wine country estate. Cherry blossoms typically last for about a week, and then as quickly as they graced us, their petals fall like snow, and the wait starts for their next bloom.

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Capturing the Colors of Wine Country

Expanding my repertoire from deserts to wine country

Thursday, June 1, 2023

Learn how Erin Hanson expanded her repertoire, painting primarily red rock and desert-scapes to wine country and more pastoral landscapes.

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Erin Hanson is Revolutionizing Art Reproduction

Textured art reproduction is tricky.

Saturday, May 13, 2023

In a painting, the play of light over the texture of brushstrokes plays a vital role in how we interact with and enjoy a piece of art. This is why a paper art print looks flat compared to an original oil painting. Indeed, one can present a reproduction through a film, as is the case in the Van Gogh immersive experience, but such reproductions are an art in themselves, and you cannot take them home with you. So, how to solve the problem of capturing the light and motion as intended by the artist? This is where 3D scanning and printing comes in. In a recent interview, Erin Hanson shared how the process works.

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Introducing... 16 x 20 Erin Hanson Paper Prints

Art for Every Budget and Space

Wednesday, May 10, 2023

For the first time, you can purchase Erin's popular paper prints online! Erin has been selling her vibrant 16x20 paper prints at art festivals for the past 15 years, and now we have her customer favorites available online!

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Iconic Scenes: Kyoto, Japan

Erin Hanson Explores the Majesty of Kyoto

Saturday, April 29, 2023

Several years ago, Erin visited Kyoto, Japan for inspiration. This city is at the cultural and historical heart of Japan and is well known for classic views of cherry blossoms in spring and scarlet maple leaves in autumn. When Erin visited, she enjoyed the fall splendor found around the many Shinto shrines, temples, and scenic spaces like Arashiyama.

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Behind-the-Scenes at The Erin Hanson Gallery

Wednesday, April 5, 2023

Get a virtual tour of The Erin Hanson Gallery, McMinnville. This tour includes the gallery, studio, print shop, and warehouse.

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How to Commission an Oil Painting

What to think about when considering commissioning a painting

Saturday, April 1, 2023

If you have ever considered commissioning a painting, be sure to read this article! In it, Erin Hanson shares the in's and out's of the commissioning process.

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Limited Palette for Unlimited Color

Article by Erin Hanson

Friday, March 24, 2023

It seems counter-intuitive, but to create more colors in your painting, you need fewer colors on your palette. Here’s why...

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(For Artists) Commonly Asked Questions About Open Impressionism

A Look at Erin Hanson's Technique and Artist's Tools

Tuesday, February 28, 2023

Here are answers to commonly asked questions about Erin Hanson's painting style, Open Impressionism.

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Bringing Sunset Color to Canvas

Sunset Paintings in Oil

Thursday, February 23, 2023

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Winter Painting in Color

Winter through the Lens of Impressionism

Thursday, February 9, 2023

Have you ever thought about heading to a national park during winter? How about California wine country? Erin Hanson has spent years traveling across the country and internationally so that you can both enjoy lovely art and become inspired to visit treasured locations that you may not have considered off-season.

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Adventures Turned into Art

Article by Erin Hanson

Wednesday, February 1, 2023

My paintings all begin with outdoor hikes and explorations in nature. My goal when I paint is to re-capture that feeling of being out of doors and surrounded by natural beauty...

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What is a Painting Style?

Article by Erin Hanson

Sunday, January 1, 2023

I started painting one painting a week about sixteen years ago. I had just moved to Las Vegas to rock climb at Red Rock Canyon, and I instantly fell in love with its red and orange sandstone cliffs. I decided I could paint nothing but landscapes for the rest of my life.

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Erin Hanson: Amica’s 2022 Thanksgiving Artist

Unveiling "Maple Lights"

Saturday, November 12, 2022

Erin Hanson has been selected as Amica Mutual Insurance Company’s 2022 Thanksgiving card artist. Hanson’s piece, Maple Lights, was featured on a Thanksgiving-themed holiday card that was mailed to 800,000 subscribers. Amica also released a digital version of the card that features beautiful classical music paired with an autumnal poem by Margaret Melozzi.

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New Arizona Gallery will Focus on the Colors of the West

Visitors Can Expect a Visual Feast of Color and Texture

Thursday, October 13, 2022

Each of my three galleries has a different focus, based on their respective surrounding landscapes. In my Oregon gallery, I focus on the rolling vineyards and epic fall colors of the Willamette wine country. In Carmel-by-the-Sea, I present my works of Monterey cypress trees and coastal views from Highway 1. In my new Scottsdale gallery, I will focus on the unique color palette and western landscapes of the Arizona desert and the Colorado Plateau.

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Inside Erin Hanson's Petite Works

small works, BIG IMPACT

Saturday, October 8, 2022

Impressionist painter Erin Hanson invites you to explore her collection of petite works. Hanson’s vibrant palette is rich with texture and light, a sumptuous feast for the senses. Her harmonious compositions celebrate the natural beauty of the great outdoors. Her oil paintings have garnered international critical acclaim and are in hundreds of museum and private collections worldwide.

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Erin Hanson on Her Petite Works

"Petite paintings are the jewels of Open Impressionism". - Erin Hanson

Saturday, October 8, 2022

I began creating “petite” paintings as little studies to reference when painting a larger piece. Oftentimes, I found I loved these little painting sketches better than the finished paintings. The sketches were looser and more confident than the finished paintings; I was able to capture an entire vast landscape with only a few dozen brushstrokes that seemed to magically fall in the exact correct position. After a few years of painting these sketches, I started painting these small works deliberately, and The Petite Collection was born.

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Warm Up Your Home with Artwork

Use color theory and colorful art to keep your home cozy

Saturday, October 1, 2022

Autumn is right around the corner, which means cooler weather is also coming. This time of year always feels like a celebration as the world around us fills with buttery yellow sunflowers, multi-colored pumpkins, and tawny autumn leaves. Your home is likely no exception. If you love autumn, you are probably decorating your home with warm and welcoming decor.

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A Profile of Prolific Artists Throughout History - Part One

Artists Who Created One Thousand or More Pieces

Thursday, September 29, 2022

When we consider artists who produced many works, we often look at artists found through more modern history. Monet, for example, produced thousands of pieces in his lifetime. Picasso is the most prolific artist in history, having created over fifty thousand works. Erin Hanson has completed well over two thousand paintings, and she’s still painting and creating to this day. We cannot know which artists were prolific back in the time of the Pharaohs or even early cave dwellers. But we can seek out immensely productive artists throughout history and share their beautiful works as we consider how this collection of beauty has affected our everyday lives. That is what this series of articles attempts to do.

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A Profile of Prolific Artists Throughout History - Part Two

Artists Who Created One Hundred or More Pieces

Thursday, September 29, 2022

As we consider the works of renaissance painters, baroque sculptors, post-impressionists, and modern artists, we think about what is most important in each artist’s work. What are they trying to share with the world by creating powerful art? Are they hoping to move the viewer to tears? Do they wish the viewer to connect with a piece of history on a visceral level? Each of these intensely talented and hard-working artists was hoping to move you in some way. We hope this list helps you connect with an artist you may not have heard of or moves you in some way to connect more deeply with an artist you love.

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Van Gogh: Beyond Impressionism

Credit: Article reproduced with permission from theartstory.org

Friday, July 15, 2022

Vincent Van Gogh was born the second of six children into a religious Dutch Reformed Church family in the south of the Netherlands. His father, Theodorus Van Gogh, was a clergyman and his mother, Anna Cornelia Carbentus, was the daughter of a bookseller. Van Gogh exhibited unstable moods during his childhood, and showed no early inclination toward art-making, though he excelled at languages while attending two boarding schools. In 1868, he abandoned his studies and never successfully returned to formal schooling.

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Erin Hanson: American Master Artist

by James Peck

Tuesday, June 14, 2022

I first encountered Erin Hanson’s art in New York City. Ken Ratner, a talented artist, curator, and writer, had invited me to his Manhattan apartment to look at his burgeoning art collection. It was a cozy apartment filled with art befitting a collector of modest means but large ambitions. As I worked my way through dozens of works of art, I noticed two things. First, Ratner had an unerring eye for quality. Second, his collection featured the most quintessential of American subjects, the land. Many of America’s finest artists, from Thomas Cole to Albert Bierstadt to Edgar Alwin Payne, had elevated the land to the highest art form. If the land was prominent within Ratner’s collection, then Erin Hanson was the star in the Western sky. I was immediately struck by her talent.

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How Vibrant Colors Have Been Used in Art Throughout History

Tuesday, June 7, 2022

From the beginning of recorded history, artists have sought vibrant colors to use in their art. Cave paintings used a mixture of animal fats and saliva with charcoal, iron-rich soil, or chalk to create red, yellow, brown, black, and white. Ancient Egyptians used rich red, blue, green, brown, yellow, and black pigments to paint hieroglyphs and works of art. Renaissance artists went into debt sourcing lapis lazuli to create brilliant blue for their masterworks in oil.

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A History of Sunflower Art

Tuesday, May 24, 2022

Sunflowers have famously been depicted by impressionist and post-impressionist artists Vincent van Gogh and Paul Gauguin. While these two giants in the art world were European, the flower has a distinctly American origin.

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[Announcing] Erin Hanson: The Sunflower Collection

Sunflowers through the Lens of Impressionism

Saturday, May 14, 2022

Oregon-based contemporary impressionist Erin Hanson is poised to release a brand-new painting collection focused on the ever-luminous bloom, the sunflower. "The Sunflower Collection" is an ode to the impressionists who came before her, including Monet and van Gogh, who celebrated the beauty of sunflowers in their iconic paintings.

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When to Stop Painting

A Note from Erin Hanson

Friday, January 14, 2022

How do you know when a painting is done? How do you stop a painting from becoming overworked and muddy? Learn about how impressionist artist Erin Hanson knows when to stop painting.

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Surrounding Yourself with Beauty

Interview with Gallerist Amy Jensen

Friday, December 31, 2021

Do you find that new collectors are intimidated by original art? Many of our original paintings sell to first-time collectors. I have noticed that people who are really passionate about impressionists like Monet and van Gogh also fall in love with Erin’s paintings. We make it easy to start collecting original work, like taking videos of the piece if they can’t see it in person, and we offer layaways or financing options through Art Money.

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Designing with Your Art Collection

An Interview with Evan Millard of Modern Remains

Thursday, December 30, 2021

Have you ever designed an entire home around a client’s art collection? Yes! A few years ago, we designed a cocktail lounge around a black and white photography collection, with one of the photographs being of Tupac. This design featured layers of lush velvets, jewel-toned lacquer finishes, vintage furniture, and of course that photo of Tupac!

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A Modern-Day Look at Impressionism Versus Expressionism

How two distinct painting movements merge

Wednesday, December 22, 2021

The term “impressionism” often conjures up images of van Gogh’s sunflowers, Monet’s waterlilies, and luncheons with Renoir. These paintings are beautiful, rich in color, and depict everyday scenes from the period. On the other hand, the first painting most people think about when hearing “expressionism” is The Scream by Edvard Munch. Other classic expressionist paintings like Der Blaue Reiter by Kandinsky and Large Blue Horses by Marc showcase expressive movement and brilliant color. These expressionist works and many others use movement, color, and style to evoke emotion in both painter and viewer. Both styles of painting are evocative, rich with imagery and color, and completely fascinating.

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Go Leaf Peeping in the Northeast with Erin Hanson [Part 1]

Leaf Peeping in New England

Monday, October 25, 2021

Have you ever gone leaf peeping? Seeking out the most vibrant autumnal colors among local or far-flung trees and forests can be immensely satisfying. There is something about turning a corner to find a shock of gold and red against green or stopping at a lookout to view a patchwork of fall hues. The vibrant, seasonal colors found in trees around the world can bring a feeling of renewed energy and peace to those who go looking.

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Go Leaf-Peeping on Paths Less Traveled with Erin Hanson [Part 2]

Go Leaf Peeping with Erin Hanson Throughout the United States

Monday, October 25, 2021

Come on a journey with Erin as she explores the leaf-peeping paths less traveled around the United States.

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An Ode to Water Lilies

Tuesday, September 14, 2021

In honor of Erin Hanson's new, expansive water lilies painting, we wanted to take a moment to look back at the rich and colorful history of these luminous blooms.

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The Group of Seven, Canada’s Impressionist Movement

How Impressionism helped a New Country Find its Voice

Friday, August 27, 2021

The Group of Seven gained inspiration from classic impressionism, the Canadian landscape, and their own views on modern art. While most of the painters in The Group chose landscapes and pastoral subjects for their later works, they did not all begin painting in nature. Many of the painters chose to depict local slums, harbors, soldiers, the Great War, and the industrialization of their city.

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Now Open! The Erin Hanson Gallery in McMinnville Oregon

Saturday, August 14, 2021

All locals and tourists are welcome to visit the new McMinnville Gallery during walk-in hours and see Erin Hanson’s latest “open impressionism” landscape paintings. Each painting blends modern expressionism and classic impressionism to capture the movement and beauty of natural spaces.

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The Group of Seven, Canada’s Impressionist Movement

How Impressionism helped a New Country Find its Voice

Thursday, July 15, 2021

Back in the early 1900s, the Canadian landscape was called “unpaintable” by skeptics. A lot was going on in Canada at the time; the Industrial Revolution was in full swing, non-native settlers were forging an incredibly wild and inhospitable countryside, and World War I was brewing. Perhaps, with so many settlers struggling to carve out lives in such uncertain terrain, the natural lands of Canada were considered too hostile for anyone to depict it with beauty. The rugged land was one to be tamed, not celebrated. Fortunately, a group of Canadian artists did not see it that way.

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Erin on the Front-Page of Yamhill County's News-Register

"Successful California artist moved her home base to McMinnville"

Friday, March 26, 2021

"People don’t just like Erin Hanson’s color-saturated landscapes. They love them, snapping them up before the oils are dry and keeping Hanson busy planning, mixing colors and painting". - Starla Pointer, Yamhill County's News-Register

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How Does Color Influence Your Mood?

Wednesday, March 3, 2021

Erin Hanson, like many artists over the years, creates artwork in a varied palette. Each Hanson piece focuses on a particular landscape, viewed at a specific time of day. Often, these paintings focus on the play of light and shadow in natural spaces. The work can be as stark as the backlit oaks in her Crystal Light series or softer, as in a view of central California on a summer’s day

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Epiphanies in Impressionism

American Lifestyle Magazine Interviews Erin Hanson

Wednesday, March 3, 2021

Erin Hanson was interviewed by Shelley Goldstein of American Lifestyle Magazine. Since that interview, we have heard from scores of individuals who encountered Erin's work in the magazine for the first time.

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Patone's Color of the Year (Yellow!) in Art

Tuesday, March 2, 2021

Pantone has long been known for their ability to detect and influence color trends that impact every facet of our visual day-to-day lives. Every year Pantone selects two "Colors of the Year," which help furniture, textile, fashion, makeup and technology designers decide on which colors to use in their products. This year the colors are Ultimate Gray and Illuminating Yellow. These choosen colors are a culmination of years of aesthetic fires and misfires and long experience with color creating various emotions, whether pleasant, jarring, soothing or joyful.

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Emotions and Art

Sunday, February 28, 2021

Great art evokes an emotional response. Some have said that this is art’s purpose. Others have stated an elevation of man’s essential being is art’s fundamental purpose. Bob Dylan said it best when he said “The highest purpose of art is to inspire. What else can you do? What else can you do for anyone but inspire them?” This idea brings the relevance of art in our world to a much greater level than the simple evocation of emotion. Many things, besides art, can evoke emotion. An argument at the dinner table, a positive pregnancy test, or even a deep breath and a cup of tea. There is nothing inherently artistic in these actions, beyond the fact that they require some kind of intentionality and creation to make them happen

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What Color Wall Looks Best with My Painting?

Thursday, January 14, 2021

I want to share with you my experience with using colored accent walls to set off a piece of artwork. Most homes are painted in neutral off-white or pale beige like in the picture above. I want to show you what happens when you paint the wall behind the painting (or the whole room) in a different color, in order to make the room part of the artwork.

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A Commission Steeped in Family History

Tuesday, November 10, 2020

As a teenager, my family was stationed overseas in Europe. We were able to trace our roots back to a small village in Switzerland named Steinen. We located our family crest carved into the posts of the town’s courthouse indicating our ancestors as one of the original founding families of the village many centuries earlier. Fifty years later, my wife and I traveled back to Switzerland in order for her to also experience the area and its intrinsic beauty.

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Welcome to the World of 3D Art Reproduction

An Inside Look at the Technical Specifications and Details

Wednesday, September 30, 2020

This incredible fine art print is Erin’s high-tech answer to the growing demand for textured prints. Each replica faithfully duplicates every brush stroke's color and feel, using cutting-edge, three-dimensional scanning technology and multi-layered printing to capture every aspect of the original painting. While previous articles have discussed the replicas themselves, we wanted to take this opportunity to share the technical details of Erin’s state-of-the-art reproductions.

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How Erin Hanson’s 3D Textured Replicas Are Made

Behind the Scenes

Thursday, September 24, 2020

Erin Hanson has brought the latest in 3D printing to her custom, limited edition offerings. This new print is a textured replica created using micro-layered 3D modeling and 48-bit color to make the most realistic painting reproductions available today. How is this done?

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Announcing: A Revolutionary New Fine Art Print, the 3D Textured Replica

Erin Hanson 3D Textured Replicas

Monday, September 21, 2020

In response to a growing demand for textured prints, we are proud to announce a new product that faithfully reproduces the texture of Erin's original oil paintings. “Erin Hanson 3D Textured Replicas” are created using cutting-edge, 3-dimensional scanning technology and multi-layered printing to capture the actual brush strokes and texture of the original.

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A Memorable Birthday Gift

Monday, September 14, 2020

"It was such an incredible moment! She had no idea, and was completely overwhelmed with the beauty of your painting, Erin! It was so amazing to watch the hues of the painting change as the afternoon light faded into the evening and night. Erin, you really captured that moment perfectly, and we’ll treasure it forever."

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Birger Sandzén: Van Gogh of the West

Thursday, July 16, 2020

Swedish-born painter Birger Sandzen has become widely known for his for his oil paintings, which continue to rise in value as an increasing number of collectors and museums scramble to purchase one of the 2,600 oil paintings he created in his lifetime. Popularly known as the “Van Gogh of the West,” Sandzen paints the red rock cliffs and western landscapes of the United States with the curving brush strokes, thickly applied paint, and impassioned color that one usually associates with a Van Gogh painting.

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Four Friends: The Foundation of Impressionism

Thursday, July 16, 2020

In 1862, four young men came together in Paris to study painting. They were Claude Monet, Pierre Renoir, Alfred Sisley, and Frederic Bazille. In the course of their studies, they brought into being a completely new style of art called Impressionism. Their teacher was Charles Gleyre, who had taken on the school of Paul Delaroche, and was himself a working artist. Although he himself never achieved the fame of some of his students, he was an excellent teacher. He taught them to paint “en plein air” (painting outdoors) in Paris and surrounding areas.

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Erin Hanson Face Masks

Featured in Carmel Pine Cone

Thursday, June 11, 2020

"We sold 300 masks the first day we released them and they have been selling steadily ever since," said Erin Hanson, who opened a gallery in November on San Carlos between Fifth and Sixth.

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Mavericks Turned Masters

Impressionists Have Long Dared to Paint Their Subjects Fearlessly and Boldly

Wednesday, April 22, 2020

​Louis Leroy was outraged. And the popular Parisian playwright, who also dabbled at painting and printmaking, was determined to expose an upstart group of artists—who had banded together to show their works in a new exhibition—for what he thought they really were: imposters.

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Paul Durand-Ruel, the Godfather of Impressionism

Tuesday, April 21, 2020

Today, Impressionism is arguably the most well-loved and well-known art in the world. A little less known is the fact that Impressionism almost never came to be. The masters of the Impressionism era, who are so modernly cherished, might have been unknown to this day without the labors of one man: an art dealer by the name of Paul Durand-Ruel.

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Erin Hanson on the Cover of the Saturday Evening Post

March/April 2020 Issue

Tuesday, April 7, 2020

Erin Hanson was featured on the cover of The Saturday Evening Post's March/April 2020 issue.

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Dances with Colors

California painter Erin Hanson sees the natural world through a rainbow of vibrant hues

Monday, March 16, 2020

Reprinted from Southwest Art Magazine When she was 6 years old, Erin Hanson planted some iris bulbs with her mother in the garden of their home in Los Angeles’ Silver Lake neighborhood, “I already knew van Gogh’s painting of irises,” she says, recalling her excited anticipation of the flowers that would bloom. So, she was crestfallen when those bulbs finally blossomed. “The real irises looked nothing like the painting,” she remembers. But even at that tender age, she derived from her disappointment a lesson that continues to inform her pursuits today, as a successful artist who turns 38 this month: “I knew that art could be better, more real, than real life, and definitely more colorful.”

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Desert in Color is Awarded Best in Show

Cowgirl Up! Recognizes Erin Hanson’s Work

Monday, August 26, 2019

Erin Hanson was proud to participate in the Desert Caballeros Western Museum’s Cowgirl Up! 2019 exhibition. Every year, this museum shines a light on the many incredible female artists working in the American West. Of the three paintings Erin Hanson submitted, Desert in Color was chosen by the judges at Cowgirl Up! for special recognition. This piece was awarded “Best in Show” for the intriguing use of continuous, flowing brushstrokes, layered and textured paint, and the vibrantly colored clouds.

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An in-depth look at the painting "Autumn Vineyards"

Sunday, July 14, 2019

I was inspired by a late afternoon drive through the vineyards in western Paso. Oak trees gather along the lines of the hills, catching the warm afternoon light. The golden vines glimmer in colorful autumn hues. The brushstrokes are thick and impressionistic, conveying a sense of movement within the painting.

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Cypress Lights: Behind the Art

Wednesday, June 26, 2019

We wanted to take a moment to look behind the scenes at one of Erin Hanson's newest paintings. Cypress Lights was painted in 2019 in her San Diego-based studio. We hope you enjoy this Erin Hanson interview about Cypress Lights.

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How to Light Your Artwork at Home

Sunday, March 17, 2019

One question we often hear from collectors purchasing paintings here at The Erin Hanson Gallery is “What is the best lighting solution to highlight this piece?” This is a topic close to our hearts here at the gallery, as an Erin Hanson painting looks different depending on the type of lighting used. Because the lighting of a piece is so vital to one’s enjoyment of the artwork, we wanted to take a deep dive into the various lighting you can utilize in your home to display your painting.

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Artist Resources

Thursday, March 14, 2019

I have put this collection of resources together as a way to inspire other artists to discover their own painting style and find their own niche in the art world. These resources will guide you on how to become a true master at your own style of painting, how to make a living as an artist, and see what the life of being an artist is really like.

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Erin Hanson’s Enigmatic Big Bend Show is a Huge Success

A Look at Erin Hanson's Most Recent Museum Collection

Wednesday, December 26, 2018

In mid-September, there was a buzz around the Museum of the Big Bend in Alpine, TX. A new exhibition was going up, the artist was due to arrive for a presentation and lecture, and patrons were excited to meet her and enjoy the sixteen-piece collection. The series takes Hanson back to her western roots as she shares her time hiking in Texas’ Big Bend National Park through her vivid and colorful paintings.

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How Does Copyright Work for Artwork?

Copyright helps an artist retain ownership for his/her work.

Friday, December 14, 2018

Copyright is essential protection for artists. The fact that a piece of art is unique makes it valuable, so safeguarding that one-of-a-kind piece is vital to any artist who wants to make a living.

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Purchasing Prints

Wednesday, September 19, 2018

Erin Hanson offers fine art prints directly to her fans and collectors, at www.erinhansonprints.com.

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Collecting Erin Hanson Originals

Information for art collectors

Wednesday, August 22, 2018

Learn about collecting Erin Hanson original oil paintings.

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Erin Hanson’s Open Impressionism Is Heading Overseas!

Erin Hanson participates in the Art in Embassies program for the second time

Saturday, July 14, 2018

We are excited to announce that Erin Hanson will again be participating in the Art in Embassies program, bringing her open impressionism to the American embassy located in Moscow, Russia. In this upcoming exhibition, three of her classic paintings will be showcased over the course of three years, imbuing spaces that will be enjoyed by diplomats and visitors alike with vibrant color and beauty.

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The Red Rock Collection Release

The Erin Hanson Gallery presents The Red Rock Show

Wednesday, July 4, 2018

The Erin Hanson Gallery presented Hanson’s newest collection of vibrant paintings on June 16, 2018. Each piece in the Red Rock collection featured bright, bold colors inspired by the National Parks and monuments of Utah, Arizona, Nevada and Colorado.

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Cowgirl Up! Awards Erin Hanson Best in Painting

"North Canyon" Wins First Place

Saturday, April 14, 2018

While every style is celebrated in the Cowgirl Up! exhibition and show, there are specific categories in which the various artists can be awarded special recognition. This year, we are honored to announce that Erin Hanson won “First Place Two Dimensional on Canvas” for her painting North Canyon.

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How to Find Amazing Art Pieces Online

How do I find the paintings that speak to me?

Monday, April 9, 2018

Art hitherto hidden in galleries across the world is now at your fingertips and can be discovered from the comfort of your own home. With this ease of access, a global renaissance of the arts is occurring. You can find art everywhere online, from Etsy to an artist’s website to a post on Instagram.

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Ocotillo Light: An In-Depth Look

Saturday, February 24, 2018

The painting "Ocotillo Light" captures a scene from the southern edge of Borrego, where there are hundreds of ocotillo growing along the slopes leading up to the surrounding mountains. When the ocotillo bloom, their desert stalks turn from gray-brown to green, and the tips of their spider-like stalks bloom with bright red flowers that always remind me of birds of paradise.

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Open Skies: An In-Depth Look

Thursday, February 15, 2018

I have been painting Paso Robles for 8 years now, and it is still one of my favorite places to find inspiration. Although I have spent most of my life in California, growing up in Los Angeles and attending school at Berkeley in northern California, I never drove through the coastal wine country regions of central California until many years after I graduated college. I had seen the film "Sideways" and the wine tasting adventure looked like so much fun I just had to experience it for myself. So I ventured for the first time into the idyllic landscapes of Paso Robles.

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The Properties of Crystal Light

Find out about the most popular series created by Erin Hanson.

Wednesday, February 14, 2018

Erin Hanson’s Crystal Light series is one of her most popular collections of works. Each piece features a backlit landscape and seeks to illustrate the drama and beauty that light can bring to the natural world. While all of the Hanson pieces boast a striking understanding of light and shadow, the Crystal Light series really brings this to the fore.

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The Goddard Show

A 10-Year Retrospective of Open Impressionism

Sunday, January 28, 2018

Erin Hanson's 10-Year Retrospection is now on display at the Goddard Center. This exhibition is the first comprehensive presentation of Erin Hanson’s career. Organized by the Goddard Center for Fine Arts, this show features a selection of never-before exhibited works from her personal collection as well as paintings highlighting her prolific output over the past decade.

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Maple Path: An In-Depth Look

Friday, January 12, 2018

I went to Japan over Thanksgiving to explore the famous fall colors in Kyoto. The mountains surrounding the city are full of Buddhist temples with incredible gardens and maple trees. My favorite part of Kyoto was Arashiyama Park, home to several beautiful temples and wide, expansive grounds of natural beauty.

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Kolob Light: An In-Depth Look

Friday, January 5, 2018

Zion National Park has been a favorite haunt of mine for almost ten years. The landscape is quite varied, changing from high-altitude plateaus to steep cliffs of changing color, from slot canyons to river-bed scenery. I love visiting at different times of the year, seeing snow in January, yellow cottonwoods in the fall, and golden grass in the summer.

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Enjoy the World and Art in the New Year!

Spend the New Year Engaging with Art

Sunday, December 31, 2017

Art can bring so much joy to the viewer; it can quench a thirst in one’s soul like few other things in the world. However, it takes some time and energy to engage with a piece, whether it be a painting, a statue, a photograph, or some other type of art.

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How to Show Off Your Art When Hosting

Offering a "How to" as you share your art with friends and family

Thursday, December 14, 2017

Displaying your favorite pieces when you are hosting your friends or family in your home can become a large part of your impromptu gathering or scheduled dinner party. Many art collectors curate their pieces, displaying them throughout their homes in the spots that provide the highest impact and which allow them to see pieces as they get ready for work in the morning or relax at home after supper.

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A 10-Year Retrospective of Open Impressionism

Open Impressionism: The Works of Erin Hanson

Sunday, November 26, 2017

Erin Hanson (b. 1981) is one of the most important living Impressionists of our time. This retrospective is the first comprehensive presentation of Hanson’s career. Organized by the Goddard Center for Fine Arts, this exhibition features a selection of never-before exhibited works from her personal collection as well as paintings showcasing her prolific output over the past decade and a half. The exhibition will be on display for the winter season 2018.

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How to Clean My Original Artwork

Friday, November 24, 2017

​One common question we get asked at The Erin Hanson Gallery is “how do I clean my painting?” This is a vital piece of knowledge that every art collector should have in his or her repertoire. Whether you are a serious or casual collector, it’s important to know how to care for the pieces you cherish.

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San Diego is for Art Lovers - Our Winter Events Calendar

Sunday, November 19, 2017

Besides the exquisite art, there are many reasons to visit San Diego in the winter. The weather is generally warm, the beaches are beautiful, the food is delicious, and the wine is of the finest vintage. So, if you are planning to visit our fair city this winter, be sure to come by The Erin Hanson Gallery as you tour one or more of the below art exhibitions...

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The History of The Erin Hanson Gallery

Wednesday, November 1, 2017

I thought you would enjoy the story behind the creation of The Erin Hanson Gallery. About 8 years ago I was happily painting in my 3-car garage, located snugly in the Burbank hills with a great view overlooking Downtown Los Angeles....

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The Modernization of Impressionism

A Look at Impressionism and its Influence on Erin Hanson's "Open Impressionism"

Thursday, October 19, 2017

Since its inception, Impressionism has been an expression of independence from the constraints the world has placed upon art. Van Gogh, Monet, Degas, and the others who helped create this art form were seeking to break away from traditional art and dared to see the world differently. This theme has carried on from the origins of Impressionism in the late 1800’s into present.

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"Oaks and Blooms" In-Depth Look

Erin shares her inspiration behind a recent painting inspired by Texas Hill Country.

Monday, October 16, 2017

I visit Texas every year in the spring, and I always make sure to spend a few days in the beautiful hill country near Austin and the countryside north of Houston. Texas is full of color in the spring, the trees and meadows bright with new green growth.

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Framing Options

Framing an Erin Hanson Original Oil Painting

Thursday, October 12, 2017

I have experimented with many framing options over the years: a decade ago I taught myself how to use a miter saw and joining tools, and I was making my own frames out of fine cherry wood molding. I have framed my work in simple floater frames, traditional plein air frames, and elaborate baroque frames. I have hung many paintings without any frame at all, letting the artistically-finished edges stand un-covered for a more contemporary look.

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The California Super Bloom

California Impressionist Captures the Natural Phenomena

Friday, October 6, 2017

California experienced a severe drought for several years which finally broke in the winter of 2017 when torrents of rain fell from the sky and turned California the most vivid shade of green we had seen in years. The wildflowers seeds had been waiting latent in the desert floor for several years, multiplying with each year of the drought. When the heavy rains finally arrived, the deserts erupted in a natural phenomena known as the "Super Bloom". Almost overnight the California desert and hills started turning orange, yellow and purple with a Super Bloom of flowers far more abundant than the typical spring bloom. So vibrant and widespread, it was even visible from space.

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Paso Robles’s Tuscan-Style Oasis Features Erin Hanson Paintings in Their Permanent Collection

Tuesday, October 3, 2017

The Allegretto Vineyard Resort currently houses eleven orignal oil paintings by California impressionist Erin Hanson. This California collection features paintings of Paso Robles’s iconic rolling hills, local wildflowers, and purple jacarandas. The hotel's vast collection of works by artists from near and far are juxtaposed by vintage furniture, slices of the natural world, and locally curated details.

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What is an Open Impressionism Frame?

Wednesday, May 31, 2017

What are Open Impressionism frames? These hand-carved and gilded floater frames are a perfect bridge between the classic and the contemporary.

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Artist Adventure Series, No. 6

Monday, May 8, 2017

Erin tells her adventures through the Grand Canyon, Big Bend National Park, and Torrey Pines. Follow in the artist's footsteps as she explores landscapes near and far to uncover natural beauty and inspiration for her paintings.

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How to Commission a Painting - Example

Friday, April 14, 2017

Erin Hanson demonstrates the step-by-step process of commissioning a painting from an artist. Learn how to commission a painting to match the colors and style of your home.

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Impressionism Series Part Three: Impressionism Around the World

A series on the development of Impressionism

Saturday, April 8, 2017

While artists flocked to France to learn or develop the latest Post-Impressionist style, the love for pure Impressionism never died. In fact, Impressionism spread around the world, heralding the beginning of modern art.

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San Diego Art Events April 2017

Wednesday, April 5, 2017

There seems to be an art event almost every day here in San Diego. We have incredible local galleries, art walks, and art museums featuring beautiful pieces that are just waiting to be discovered. Instead of casting a net throughout the internet and hoping to find the best and most enjoyable art events this month, we thought we would find them for you! Here is a roundup of our favorite upcoming art events this April!

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The Erin Hanson Gallery Opens in San Diego

Collectors and Fans Gather for an Art Evening to be Remembered

Monday, March 20, 2017

At the grand opening of The Erin Hanson Gallery, we hosted a large number of collectors and fans who enjoyed an evening of live music, fine desserts and Hanson’s most recent collection of paintings. Fine wines were provided by 2 Plank Vineyards and the gallery showroom was filled to the brim with excited San Diegans.

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How to Commission a Painting - Example

Tuesday, March 14, 2017

Erin paints over an antique floral painting from WW2-era, transforming it into a new commemorative painting of a sacred Colorado camp.

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Impressionism Series Part Two: The Birth of Modern Art

A series on the development of Impressionism

Sunday, March 12, 2017

Impressionism is often characterized by its study of light and the vibrant colors used to convey an impression of a scene. The brushwork commonly employed in Impressionist works is loose and layered, with the paint mixing on the canvas rather than being premixed, painted on and then blended.

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Impressionism Series Part One: Capturing Light with Paint

A series on the development of Impressionism

Friday, March 3, 2017

The artistic movement Impressionism is often credited with moving painting techniques away from the overtly realistic to a modern approach. An impressionist painting is apparent to the eye in several ways, including one of the most important studies: that of how light and shadow affect color in the world around us.

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Erin Hanson Painting Details

Things to Know When Buying an Erin Hanson Painting

Friday, December 16, 2016

This is an essay that describes the technique and materials used by Erin Hanson, including information about lighting and framing.

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2016 Holiday Gift Guide for the Art Collector

Friday, November 25, 2016

Are you looking for the quintessential Christmas present for the avid lover of art and culture? These original gift items will bring a wide smile to the face of any connoisseur of fine art.

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Erin Hanson: The Orange Show Opening Reception

Celebrating Striking Impressionism in Hues of Orange

Wednesday, October 5, 2016

On Saturday, October 1st Erin Hanson's anticipated The Orange Show opened with ardent fans and steadfast collectors alike gathering to experience this unique collection. The various hues of orange contrasted beautifully against the midnight blue walls of her Los Angeles-based gallery.

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Artist Talk: Museum of Big Bend

Inside the Rise of a Modern Master

Tuesday, October 4, 2016

Erin's talk covered her key sources of inspiration, she also discussed her rise from discovering the red rock canyons surrounding Las Vegas ten years ago through to her current status as a forerunner in an impressionistic resurgence.

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An In-Depth Look into Erin Hanson's Anticipated Exhibition

Erin Hanson: The Orange Show

Wednesday, September 28, 2016

In Hanson’s upcoming The Orange Show, she dives deep into this color, capturing every tint of orange from amber to marigold. In this article, we take a closer look at each painting to be featured in the show.

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A Study in Orange: The Orange Collection by Erin Hanson

Erin Hanson's Orange Collection

Friday, September 16, 2016

Erin Hanson has given herself the challenge of creating unique impressionist paintings with orange as the predominant color. From orange rock deserts to flaming sunsets to tangerine flowers, The Orange Show captures the creativity, determination, adventure, and fascination this unique color represents.

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Erin Hanson: The Orange Show

Southwest Art Magazine Show Preview

Tuesday, September 13, 2016

Hanson says the focus on orange deviates from her comfort zone of purples and greens. To prepare, she started visiting new places and hiking in different environments, including Colorado and Utah, where she photographed the aspens at their peak fall colors. She also visited places like Canyon De Chelly National Monument, where the rocks can be nothing but orange.

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What is it Like to Get a Print from ErinHanson.com?

Easy, Beautiful, High-Quality and Ready to Hang

Tuesday, September 13, 2016

We wanted to show you exactly what happens when you order a fine art print through The Erin Hanson Gallery: two weeks ago the team ordered a print of Erin Hanson's Saguaro Dusk, a spectacular piece focusing on Arizona's iconic landscape. We selected the white frame option to contrast the vibrant purples of the piece and the gallery's midnight blue walls.

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Impressions of California Exhibition: Opening Reception

An Evening of Art in Paso Robles, California

Sunday, September 4, 2016

September 2016 marks the 5th annual return of Erin Hanson to Paso Robles' Studios on the Park. This year's month-long exhibition focuses on the diverse regions of California.

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How-To: Lighting Your Fine Art

Monday, August 15, 2016

Many art collectors have preferences for different types of lighting in their homes. Some prefer ambient lamp light while others would rather have spotlight-like track lights. No matter your preference, it’s important to understand that light affects each painting differently.

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Erin Hanson Prepares for her Anticipated Return to Paso Robles

Saturday, August 6, 2016

“California appeals to my imagination. Its jutting mountains, sprawling plains, burning deserts, and crystal coasts all co-exist within a stone’s throw of each other. Each morning brings a new vision of light and a new juxtaposition of color, while each region offers its own vibrant colors and varied shapes. My home state has been an ever-present source of inspiration for me as an artist and lover of nature. "This exhibition is a love letter to my California.”

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Introducing: Open Impressionism Vol II

What Inspires Erin Hanson?

Thursday, August 4, 2016

"As viewers are flipping through my book, I want them to feel a sense of peace and I want to help inspire them to go beyond their everyday life. I hope this book inspires you to bring more color and beauty into your life."

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Honoring the Release of Open Impressionism Vol. II

Fans Gather from Near and Far to Celebrate

Sunday, July 24, 2016

Erin Hanson fans and collectors visited her Los Angeles gallery for an evening of art, microbrews and live music to celebrate her most recently published book, Open Impressionism Volume II. Guests were also able to experience her newest works including the tiered hills of Layered Light and vision of florals in her 13-foot masterpiece, Field of Blooms.

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A Feeling of Humanity: The Ken Ratner Collection

Museum of the Big Bend in Alpine, TX

Wednesday, July 20, 2016

A Feeling of Humanity is the result of Ratner’s focused collecting of contemporary Western artists. His collection features thirty-seven artists and sixty-three works of art.

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Erin Hanson's Painted Parks Exhibition Sells Out

Celebrating the National Park Service's Centennial

Tuesday, May 31, 2016

As visitors moved through the large exhibition space, they were transported, moved from an era of cement and metal to a world of sprawling mountain tops, sun-kissed plains and tangerine skies.

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A Profile of Borrego Springs

Inspiration Comes Easily from this Vast California Desert

Monday, April 25, 2016

Borrego Springs is a unique town. Surrounded by a 600,000-acre State Park in San Diego County, it is the only desert community in San Diego County. This town lays in a valley and is surrounded by desert. The land stretches out to the surrounding mountains. This makes Borrego Springs an incredible spot for beautiful color combinations. The startling blue skies are a glorious contrast to the sandy desert and wildflowers, which differ from the looming mountains.

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The Inspiration of Zion National Park

Erin Hanson explores the National Parks for inspiration.

Monday, April 4, 2016

One of Erin’s favorite National Parks to paint is Zion National Park in Utah. This park features landscape that is truly incredible and worth capturing through brush strokes and photographs. The park features stark panoramas, vibrant rock formations, lush landscapes, and extreme biodiversity.

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Group of Seven Influencing Contemporary Landscape Impressionism

What Would the Group of Seven Have Painted if They Visited California?

Wednesday, March 23, 2016

Erin Hanson’s art has been compared favorably with art created by the Group of Seven and their associates. We can see their influence in her work by comparing many of her paintings with works by Tom Thomson, Lawren Harris, A.Y. Jackson, Franklin Carmichael and others. When looking at these classic Group of Seven works, we can see a certain vibrancy and love of color now mirrored in modern impressionistic works by Erin Hanson.

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The Medicine Man Gallery Welcomes Erin Hanson

Mark Sublette Curates 3 Original Artworks

Monday, March 14, 2016

Mark Sublette of the Medicine Man Gallery welcomes Erin Hanson and her sublime Western landscapes, curating 3 exclusive original oil paintings.

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Can You Name Five Women Artists?

For Women's History Month, Museums Nationwide Join Forces to Honor Women Artists Past & Present

Monday, March 14, 2016

In Honor of Women's History Month, #5WomenThroughHistory: A Study of Some of the Most Influential Artists in History, Who Also Happen to be Women.

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Where to View Impressionism in Southern California

Southern California Art Scene | Impressionism Stands Strong

Tuesday, February 23, 2016

California is predominately known for its ultra-modern and deeply abstract artwork, which is surprising given its roots in the famed California Impressionism movement. Within the 163,696 square-miles that comprise this sprawling and diverse state are some of the nation's most important museums, galleries and art collections. Thankfully impressionism is alive and well. You just have to know where to look.

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Field of Blooms: Erin's Largest Single Canvas

The Work in Progress of Hanson's Field of Blooms

Saturday, February 20, 2016

A wide expanse of wildflowers sweeps across the canvas in this large oil painting. The expressionist movement of brush strokes captures the vibrancy and color of the poppies, thistles and daisies growing among the grasses. The abstracted shapes of the landscape come together in a harmony of motion and color.

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Erin Hanson's Romance in Bloom Collection Release

Wednesday, February 17, 2016

These pieces are inspired by Hanson’s many adventures across the United States, traversing National Parks, sprawling countrysides and breathtaking coastal treasures. A larger-than-life 13-foot oil on canvas piece inspired by the masters van Gogh and Monet will be available for first viewing to attendees.

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Erin Hanson | Contemporary Artist Featured in LA Lady Magazine

L.A. Lady Magazine: A realist magazine for the idealist Los Angeles woman.

Saturday, January 30, 2016

"Luckily it was particularly beautiful driving from Los Angeles to Las Vegas that day, and I decided without reservation that I would paint landscapes."

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Los Angeles Valentine's Day Art Event

Previewing Erin Hanson's ROMANCE IN BLOOM Collection

Thursday, January 21, 2016

Patrons of the arts are cordially invited to attend a limited viewing of Romance in Bloom by Erin Hanson, a brand new collection inspired by secluded landscapes and romantic wildflowers. Transport yourself through Hanson's textured brush strokes and whimsical landscapes. A very special daytime event for a romantic Valentine's Day in North East Los Angeles.

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Erin Hanson's Painted Parks at the St. George Art Museum

National Park Service's Centennial Celebration in Art

Thursday, January 14, 2016

In celebration of the National Park Service's centennial, impressionistic artist Erin Hanson exhibits a collection of vibrant landscapes inspired by parks from Zion to the Oregon Cascades.

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California Artist Featured in National Park Centennial Exhibit

Impressionist Erin Hanson celebrates 100 years of park preservation at the St. George Art Museum

Monday, December 7, 2015

Erin Hanson's Painted Parks collection of landscapes will be displayed in the Main Gallery of the St. George Art Museum from January 16, 2016 through May 28, 2016. Hanson's exhibition kicks off the museum's 2016 NATIONAL PARKS: UNITING AMERICA: 100 Years on Common Ground event.

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Behind the Art: Canyon Color

Daybreak captured at Canyon de Chelly

Sunday, December 6, 2015

Canyon de Chelly National Monument as captured by the swift brush of artist Erin Hanson. "Canyon Color" will be on display at the St. George Art Museum until May 28th, 2015 as part of their National Parks Centennial event.

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The Works of Erin Hanson Housed in R.M. Schindler's Van Dekker House

‘Hidden Gem’ by R.M. Schindler in Woodland Hills Restored

Sunday, November 29, 2015

Gramwell, an Erin Hanson collector, purchased the landmark Van Dekker House in Woodland Hills a "hidden gem" designed 76 years ago by modernist architect Rudolph M. Schindler.

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Curator Ken Ratner on Erin Hanson's Painted Parks Collection

NATIONAL PARKS: UNITING AMERICA: 100 Years of Common Ground

Thursday, November 26, 2015

Hanson's style of painting has been influenced by, among others, the German Expressionists, the Group of Seven, and the Masters of California Impressionism. Yet, her work is very original. We see the influence of the Group of Seven, and in particular, Tom Thomson, in Woods of Gold, At the Lodge, and Crystal Cottonwoods.

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New Los Angeles Gallery Opens to a Full House

Art Fans Flock to View Erin Hanson’s New North East Los Angeles Art Gallery

Wednesday, November 18, 2015

It was a brisk fall evening in North East Los Angeles and hundreds gathered to celebrate artist Erin Hanson’s new 5000-square foot gallery space and studio. A moment Hanson has been planning for nearly two years, the night marked an important milestone in her ongoing objective to reach out to and inspire Los Angeles with her impressionist paintings.

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Behind the Art: Woods of Gold

Golden Aspens at the Cedar Breaks National Monument

Friday, November 13, 2015

Part of the 24 Karat Collection, Woods of Gold is a close up of the famous golden aspens of Cedar Breaks National Monument. Featuring a underlying layer of 24 karat gold leaf, it gleams with warmth to brighten any room.

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Behind the Art: Vineyard of Color

A Slice of Paso Robles Wine Country

Monday, November 2, 2015

Paso Robles is shortened from the original name El Paso de Robles, which means 'The Pass of the Oaks.’ Paso Robles is wonderful place to visit - for the stunning landscapes and for a variety of activities.

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Erin Hanson Returns to Paso Robles

Join Us on the Journey to Launch Hanson's Newest Collection

Saturday, October 3, 2015

Erin Hanson's 2015 fall return to California's Paso Robles has been nothing short of spectacular! A series of events marked the commencement of her much anticipated California Wine Country: Impressions in Oil by Erin Hanson collection. Also find out whose paintings are now hanging in the new Ayres hotel resort The Allegretto in Paso Robles!

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Artist Erin Hanson Expands to New Los Angeles Gallery!

Renowned Impressionist’s New Collection to be Featured at Grand Opening

Friday, September 18, 2015

Award-winning artist Erin Hanson unveils her new gallery with a special Grand Opening on Saturday, November 14th, 5pm - 10pm. In addition to meeting the artist, guests at the Grand Opening will enjoy live music, wine, hors d’oeuvres and Hanson’s latest California landscape collection.

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Insider Peek at The Erin Hanson Art and Wine Tour 2015

Immerse Yourself in the Wonders of Paso Robles!

Sunday, August 30, 2015

Fifteen local Paso Robles wineries are participating in The Erin Hanson Art & Wine Tour 2015. Each winery will display original Erin Hanson oil paintings for the duration of the month.

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Impressionistic Artist Launches an Immersive Paso Art & Wine Experience

September 1st – October 25th, 2015

Wednesday, June 24, 2015

Art and wine are perfectly paired to inspire. We invite you to explore the landscapes of California wine country and to experience the paintings they inspired.

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Let's Review: Artist Erin Hanson's Work Charms at La Jolla Library

Saturday, December 13, 2014

Artist Erin Hanson welcomes guests at the Nov. 16 opening of her ‘Colors of California’ exhibit at La Jolla Library. Hanson said she paints with an Open Impressionism style using ‘vivid colors, bold brush strokes and a fresh, modern style to capture the beautiful wine countries and coastal regions of California.’ — Will Bowen, La Jolla Light

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Hanson Releases New Line of 24 Karat Paintings at Open House Event

Sunday, November 23, 2014

On November 21st, The Erin Hanson Gallery in Glendale, CA presented a never-before-seen collection of Erin Hanson oil paintings. These original oils were painted over canvas that the artist had applied with 24 karat gold leaf. Magnificently colored and and as texture-rich as one would expect from an Erin Hanson original, these paintings had an additional glow that caught the light in a subtle and intriguing manner. The paintings' baroque gold frames stood out against the midnight blue walls, and a large collection of miniature gold-framed oil paintings complemented the larger pieces. Guests enjoyed the performance of singer songwriter Marina V, while sampling a variety of reserve wines from Paso Robles' Peachy Canyon winery and nibbling on a delectable variety of cheeses.

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Delphi Academy's Art Class Visits the Erin Hanson Gallery

Saturday, November 15, 2014

Art students from Delphi Academy of Los Angeles, Erin Hanson's alma mater, were invited to The Erin Hanson Gallery for a cultural and educational afternoon. A group of middle and high school art students explored the behind-the-scenes life of a successful artist and got to speak with Erin Hanson about her inspiration, technique and business model. Cesar Jimenez was proud to see Hanson's expanding gallery; Jimenez was Hanson's art teacher at Delphi Academy, teaching her everything from pen and ink to oils, and everything in between. Hanson studied under Jimenez from age 6 to 16, at which age she graduated from high school, in 1998. Jimenez is still teaching art at Delphi Academy to this day. As an alumnus of Delphi, Hanson was honored to have an opportunity to help inspire the coming generation of artists.

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Erin Hanson’s Third Annual Return to Studios on the Park is an All-Out Smash

Friday, October 31, 2014

Collectors and fans came from near and far on Saturday, October 4th to experience "Erin Hanson: Works of Paso Robles." The evening marked Hanson's third annual exhibition at Studios and the reveal of her anticipated 30-piece collection.

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California Wine Country Coffee Table Book Has Fully Funded through Kickstarter

Book Will Focus on Hanson's California Impressionism

Wednesday, October 29, 2014

We are proud to announce that the museum quality Extraordinary Landscapes: California Wine Country coffee table book has now been fully funded through crowd-funding site Kickstarter.

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Erin Hanson Featured at World Wide Art LA as Winner of 12th Annual Contest

Sunday, October 19, 2014

As the 1st place winner of Artavita’s annual art contest, the works of Erin Hanson were showcased not only at the 4-day show but were selected for use in their promotional billboards found across Northern Los Angeles.

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"Pastels and Oils" Article in The SLO Tribune

"Her landscapes have chunky textures filled with unexpected colors - lavender trees and pumpkin fields."

Saturday, October 18, 2014

"Her landscapes have chunky textures filled with unexpected colors - lavender trees and pumpkin fields."

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Erin Hanson Fans Gather for Intimate Live Painting Demonstration

Thursday, October 9, 2014

"Her enthusiasm and confidence was as much an inspiration as her artistic ability and unique technique.”

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Erin Hanson Selected for Sausalito Art Festival | 2014

Tuesday, August 19, 2014

Erin Hanson has been selected to exhibit at the 62nd Annual Sausalito Art Festival Labor Day Weekend, August 30-September 1. The juried art show is one of the oldest, most prestigious art festivals in the country attracting over 30,000 art enthusiasts who flock to the waterfront village of Sausalito.

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How Should I Frame My Original Oil Painting?

Framing Ideas for Gallery-Depth Paintings

Monday, June 16, 2014

Whether or not you decide to frame your gallery-wrap oil painting, it will be a beautiful and eye-catching addition to your room, bringing in a breath of color that is a joy to design around.

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Artworks Donated to UCLA Medical Center Tustin

Bringing Joy to the South Bay

Wednesday, May 28, 2014

The work of Erin Hanson can now be viewed at the UCLA Medical Center in Tustin, California. Erin is incredibly proud to bring life and color to those that may desperately need to have a reminder of what this magnificent world holds and for the doctors, nurses and staff that work tirelessly for their fellow man.

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Through the Red Rock Doorway

A Q&A with Erin Hanson

Monday, February 24, 2014

"People do laugh to hear that I was a bioengineering major in college. To me science and art were never very separate in my mind. Science is just the art of observation, and the technique of art is certainly a science."

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ArtWalk Borrego Springs Exhibits Erin Hanson

Newspaper Feature of Erin Hanson Exhibit

Tuesday, February 11, 2014

“The desert got me back into painting in the first place when I was living as a rock climber in Las Vegas. To me the desert is the perfect landscape to paint since it is so dramatic, with it’s flat plains and sudden buttes and mountains popping out into the sky. I love the wide open skies. I love monsoon season. I love the wind and the sounds of the emptiness of the desert.”

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Seven Years of Art Festivals

Sharing My Experiences with New and Aspiring Artists

Saturday, February 1, 2014

Art festivals are the perfect way to take your art career into your own hands, gradually building your collector base until you can support yourself entirely on your fine art sales.

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Erin Hanson: PasoScapes Demo of Open-Impressionism

Review of a Rare Painting Demonstration

Sunday, October 27, 2013

"Hanson’s paintings are bold, often times large in scale like the grandeur of her inspirations. Her loose “open” strokes and pure colors represent her singular vision to the beauty of the landscapes that surround her. When asked about her inspiration she says, 'whenever I find myself in a slump, I take a hike.'"

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Artist Adventure Series, No. 5

Erin Shares a Few Harrowing Adventures

Sunday, October 20, 2013

During a lifetime of exploring the outdoors, it seems that the most exciting times are also the most dangerous. The sudden pump of adrenaline you get when you have to act quickly to remain alive makes you feel great, like you are fighting for survival and winning!

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"PasoScapes: Erin Hanson Landscapes in Oil" comes to Studios on the Park

Sunday, September 29, 2013

"The classical impressionists use tiny brushstrokes, using layers and a lot of paint to build texture. I don't use any layering, but I do use a ton of texture, and large brushstrokes."

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The Erin Hanson Gallery - Grand Opening in Los Angeles, CA

The Erin Hanson Gallery Opening Was a Roaring Success!

Saturday, July 13, 2013

The 2,000 square foot gallery was packed and the mood was electric, with flowing wine, delectable food donated by Granville Cafe and live musicians rocking out.

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Southwest Art Magazine Names Erin a 2013 "Artist to Watch"

Erin Hanson: Mosaics in the Landscape

Tuesday, May 7, 2013

"Although the California-based painter was interested in art at an early age, she didn't consider it a career when it came time for college."

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How to Commission a Painting

Commissioning a Custom Oil Painting

Thursday, May 2, 2013

Do you love an artist's work but need a special painting for a certain wall in your home?

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New Oil Paintings on Board

Erin Hanson Presents a Series of Small Oil Paintings

Friday, January 11, 2013

Erin Hanson presents a new series of small oil paintings on board. Inspired by treks across Utah, Nevada and California, Erin transforms desert landscapes into a mosaic of color impressions.

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Artist Adventure Series, No. 4

5 Day Trans-Zion Backpacking Trek

Thursday, November 15, 2012

Day 1 We arrived at Zion last night and camped at Watchman. The weather was clear and crisp, and the mountains seemed very close and very small against the bright starry sky.

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Erin Hanson: Colors of Paso

Exhibition | Paso Robles, California

Saturday, November 3, 2012

Studios on the Park, in downtown Paso Robles, put on a greatly successful solo show titled Erin Hanson: Colors of Paso.

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"Open Impressions" Exciting Life of Artist Exposed | Erin Hanson in the News

by Anna Weltner, New Times

Wednesday, October 17, 2012

You don’t just look at her oil paintings, you experience them, feeling the crisp chill of a North County morning or the arid heat of a late-summer afternoon. Her work reverberates with life and love and energy; in its deliriously bright wildflowers and abstract sunsets, we glimpse a consummate love of the natural world. For a moment, we see what Hanson sees.

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Artist Adventure Series, No. 3

How My Love of Nature Inspires My Art

Monday, October 15, 2012

As the summer heat is slowly shaking itself away, I am shaking myself back into my hiking and rock climbing routine. In August, I went camping and rock scrambling in Joshua Tree National Park, at Indian Cove campground.

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Erin Hanson Painting Plein Air

Plein Air Painting in the Paso Robles Wine Country

Tuesday, October 9, 2012

It's always nice to take some time from my busy schedule and just observe the landscape around me, concentrating on mixing a new array of beautiful colors from my limited palette.

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1st Place at Art in the Park

Boulder City, Nevada

Sunday, October 7, 2012

Erin Hanson won First Place in Fine Art, at Boulder City's Art in the Park!

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What is the Best Lighting for My Painting?

Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Natural ambient light will create a nice feel for your painting during the day, the colors subtly changing as the sun rises and sets during the day. At night, however, you will be fully reliant on artificial light.

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Open Impressionism Workshop with Erin Hanson

Studios on the Park, Paso Robles

Monday, August 27, 2012

This one-day workshop includes an in-studio session at Studios on the Park and a plein air session at the beautiful Peachy Canyon vineyards.

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What is Open Impressionism?

The Inspiration Behind Open Impressionism

Wednesday, August 22, 2012

Fewer strokes is better in Open-Impressionism. Color choice is secondary. Texture and spontaneity are everything.

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Beyond Plein Air | Erin Hanson in the News

Paso Robles, CA

Wednesday, May 23, 2012

"Erin Hanson is in a very good mood. Perhaps that’s because the rock climber, explorer, and plein air artist spends a great deal of her time outdoors. Her exuberance shows through in her bold, bright, impulsive paintings of Utah’s rock formations, Arizona’s deserts, and more recently, the smooth folds of Paso Robles’ hills."

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Southwest Art Magazine Article

Nationwide, USA

Wednesday, August 31, 2011

"Erin Hanson expresses her love of the desert with a thick, bold application of paint that mirrors the stark lines and shapes unique to the Southwest. An accomplished plein air painter, Erin applies elements of plein air technique to her expressionist style."

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Artist Adventure Series, No. 2

Adventures that Inspire Erin Hanson's Paintings

Saturday, April 30, 2011

It was a dark morning in Ghost Ranch, New Mexico, home and inspiration to Georgia O'Keefe. I awoke at daybreak, ready to search out the perfect scene to paint. The hike was short, only a mile or so, but it climbed straight up to the top of a butte. From the towering peak, I peered dizzyingly down to the ground.

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Desert Entertainer Article

Palm Springs, California

Monday, January 31, 2011

"Some people climb rocks; some paint them. Fine artist Erin Hanson does both. She started with giant murals as a teenager and eventually moved on to the rocks. She started climbing them with friends and then painting them in Utah and then later in Nevada and California."

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Artist Adventure Series, No. 1

Erin Hanson's Passion for Adventure Shapes Her Art

Thursday, December 31, 2009

Climbing in Red Rock Canyon is an addictive sport. The steep overhanging cliffs become a monstrous feat that one must, at all odds, overcome. Day after day, hour after hour, you battle the rock holds, sometimes spending a week just to master one tricky maneuver.

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