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Hi Follower Friends! Did you know that over on my Pat McAtamney Art Instagram account I regularly post Coffee Chats that are filled with all sorts of helpful information? I offer insights about topics such as paint, brushes, and technique. It's a fast 90 seconds filled with ideas you may want to try. For example, … Continue reading Coffee Chats & Painting Tips

I have so loved painting this color packed series of 6 paintings!! Well, here in Michigan the short grey days of Winter have already started! Of course it's technically still Fall but who's counting! It's cold and grey and the daylight hours are short. That spells WINTER to me! Painting Hydrangeas and Sunflowers along with … Continue reading The “Winter Denial” Series Has Launched!

I am so excited to announce that I have works going to two Michigan galleries beginning early November through late December. Once again I am honored to have multiple works at the Detroit Artist Market Gallery and for the first time, I will have works at the Lansing Art Gallery. I'm so excited to say … Continue reading I’m Here, There, Everywhere! Oh my!

It's here! It's really here! A vibrant, splashy bright, over-the-top with happiness, series of late summer blooms has arrived to simply bring a cozy bit of sunshine to your space. Maybe read that last sentence out loud. Yes, a bit of a run on but...it's all true!! Our favorite blooms are back along with pumpkins … Continue reading Summer In Bloom Series Available at 12am EST (tonight) August 23rd

Oh wait, you thought that I was JUST an artist? Well, while it is true that I am indeed an artist, I'm also a small business owner. Like any business owner, I have committed to being successful at what I do and desire to earn an income. To do so means I must have business … Continue reading Running a small business.

Have you ever walked past a neighbor's garden and thought "I wish I had these great big beautiful blooms in MY garden!" I sure have!! Ha, ha that's okay, it's simply wonderful that they exist regardless of where they grow. Garden blooms have once again inspired me to create my new series that includes iris, … Continue reading Neighbor’s Garden Series Arrives July 12, 2022