"Taos Morada"

Bobby Lee Krajnik

"Taos Morada"

4 x 4 x 1.5" inches

oil on board

A very simple tiny treasure. I love the purples and the brushstrokes.

San Miguel

Bobby Lee Krajnik

"San Miguel"

7 x 5" x 1/8" inches

oil on board

A vibrant rendition of San Miguel Mission in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Built between 1610 and 1626 the chapel is claimed to be the oldest standing church in the United States. It is still in use today.

"Momentos Sagrados"

SOLD

Bobby Lee Krajnik

"Momentos Sagrados"

5 x 7" inches

oil on board

I've started using a slightly different color palette. I'm mixing the majority of my colors and only using a few colors straight from the tube. It's takes a bit longer to mix my palette, however the colors are extraordinary, very rich and vibrant. 

Iglesia

SOLD!!

Bobby Lee Krajnik

"Iglesia"

4 x 4 x 3/4" inches

oil on board

This tiny treasure was only loosely based on an adobe New Mexican church. I simplified because of the small size. But, it has some wonderful textures and vivid colors.

Cielo Rojo

SOLD!

Bobby Lee Krajnik

Cielo Rojo

5 x 5 x 3/4" inches

oil on board

One of my favorite little churches in New Mexico to paint, different perspectives and different colors just to change it up, how fun!

Cielos de Lavanda en Taos

Bobby Lee Krajnik

Cielos de Lavanda en Taos

5 x 5 x 1/4"

oil on cradled board

This rendition of Ranchos de Taos was painted during my stay in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. I had a beautiful studio space which I shared with an amazing artist named Jose Luis Arias. The space was in a centuries old building with high ceilings and beautiful tile floors. I was so inspired I finished another seven pieces which I will be blogging about in the near future.    

How Sweet It Is!

Bobby Lee Krajnik

How Sweet It Is!

oil on board 

8 x 10"

I always sketch before I paint. Drawing is one of my favorite steps in the creative process. This little painting and sketch is my interpretation of San Patricio Church in Hondo Valley New Mexico.   

Cuartalez in Crimson

Bobby Lee Krajnik

Cuartalez in Crimson

oil on board

8x8"

One of my favorite churches to paint! This darling parish La Sangre de Cristo resides in Cuartales, New Mexico.  I stumbled upon it while driving to Sanctuario de Chimayo. 

Sweet Blessings

Bobby Lee Krajnik

Sweet Blessings

6 x 6 x 1/4"

oil on board

Another sweet rendition of a Southern Arizona church. The colors are a little softer in this painting and more earth tones were used. There are nice visible brushstrokes in this piece.

Timeless Treasure

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Bobby Lee Krajnik

Timeless Treasure

12 x 9 x 1.5"

oil on board

Another rendition of La Santisima Trinidad in Arroyo Seco, NM.  The Church of the Most Holy Trinity was completed in 1834.  This painting is on display at Michael Henington Fine Art Gallery 802 Canyon Road Santa Fe NM. Please contact the gallery at 505-690-9160 or I may be reached at info@bobbyleekrajnik.com.

Lavender Skies

Bobby Lee Krajnik

Lavender Skies

8 x 8 1.5"

oil on board

I painted this little church on the patio at Michael Hennington Gallery in Santa Fe, Nm... when the weather was cooperating.  The inspiration for this little jewel comes from a small chapel on Main St. in  Longmont, Co. The church is precious and made of red brick, but these colors spoke to me on that windy rainy day. Lots of texture in this piece! This painting is on display at Michael Hennington Gallery 802 Canyon Road Santa Fe Nm. Please contact the gallery, or I can be reached at;  info@bobbyleekrajnik.com or 480-250-6859.

Along the Arroyo

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Bobby Lee Krajnik

Along the Arroyo 

6 x 12 x 1 1/5"

oil on board

This is my colorful rendition of La Santisima Trinidad in Arroyo Seco, New Mexico. I have painted this church several times in different perspectives and varying colors.  I particularly like this fun irregular size. This painting is on display at Michael Hennington Fine Art Gallery, 802 Canyon Road, Santa Fe, New Mexico. 505-690-9160 www.henningtonfineart.com

Pthalo Dreams

Bobby Lee Krajnik

Pthalo Dreams

8 x 8 x 1 1/2"

oil on board

This vibrant colorful church painting was loosely based on South Park Community Chapel, built in 1874 and located in Fairplay, Colorado.  It is a quaint quirky town and, yes, this is the town which inspired the cartoon comedy series "South Park."  I had to stop and check out the town while passing through and found the darling chapel.

Santa Teresa

Bobby Lee Krajnik

Santa Teresa

8 x 8 x 1 1/2"

oil on board

This vibrant little painting has lots of texture and nice brushstrokes!  It is currently on view at Michael Hennington Gallery at 802 Canyon Road Santa Fe, New Mexico.  505.690.9160

Sweet Serenity

Bobby Lee Krajnik

Sweet Serenity 

9 x 12 x 1 1/2

oil on board

SOLD

My version of La Santisima Trinidad. This beautiful church resides in Arroyo Seco, New Mexico. 

Sweet Blessings

Bobby Lee Krajnik
Sweet Blessings

6 x 6 x 1 1/2"

original oil on board

I've painted several versions of this New Mexico church. All very different, with different colors and perspectives.  It is a wonderful small piece with lots of texture! It can be viewed at Henington Fine Art Gallery at 802 Canyon Road in Santa Fe, New Mexico.  www.heningtonfineart.com 

Pink Paradise

Bobby Lee Krajnik

Pink Paradise

8 x 10 x 1 1/2"

original oil on board

This sweet rendition of another New Mexican adobe chapel has plenty of bright color and rich texture! This little treasure is on display at Michael Hennington Fine Art Gallery, 802 Canyon Road, Santa Fe New Mexico. 505.690.9160

Ranchos de Taos 2

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Bobby Lee Krajnik

Ranchos de Taos 2

12 x 12 x 1.5"

original oil on board

San Francisco de Asis Mission church was built between 1772 and 1816 and is located in Ranchos de Taos just 4 miles southwest of Taos, New Mexico.  This iconic adobe church has been lovingly represented many times over the years by various artists including the painter Georgia O'keeffe and photogragher Ansel Adams. 

Violet Visions

Bobby Lee Krajnik

Violet Visions

8 x 8 x 1.5"

original oil on board

SOLD

The inspiration for this adobe church painting is St. Annes Parish in Tubac, Arizona, next to the Tubac  Presidio State Historic Park.  If you are ever visiting Southern Arizona, Tubac is a wonderful and charming art colony situated less than 30 miles north of the Nogales border.  I loved painting this church! 

A Place of My Own

A Place of My Own

6 x 6 x 1/4"

oil on cradled board

Bobby Lee Krajnik

SOLD

This painting sold at Michael McCormick Gallery in Taos, New Mexico during the Malcolm Furlow and Bobby Lee Krajnik miniature show. This adobe church painting is one of my all time favorites!  

Solo Show

Lazy Dayz

9 x 12"

original oil on board

Bobby Lee Krajnik

Solo show for Bobby Lee Krajnik. Come join us for wine, cheese, chocolate and art, Friday April 5th at 1028 W. Grand Ave. in downtown Phoenix, at Groove Gallery, 6 to 9pm.  See you there!

Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum

Homeward Bound

original oil on board

8 x 8 x1.5"

Bobby Lee Krajnik

Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum selected this adobe church painting for the Vanderwerck Miniature portion of the 32nd Annual Western Spirit Art Show and Sale. The show runs through April 14th 2013.

A Day to Remember

A Day to Remember

6 x 6 x 1.5"

original oil on board

Bobby Lee Krajnik

SOLD

This wonderful chapel painting loosely borrows elements from one of my favorite little chapels, Canoncito outside of Santa Fe, New Mexico. Lots of texture in this darling piece. This painting has a home with two of my favorite people, Sally and Ken.  Thank you!

Tubac Festival of the Arts

6 x 6 x 1.5"

oil on board

Bobby Lee Krajnik

This sweet chapel was painted during the Tubac Festival of the Arts at Cobalt Fine Arts Gallery in Tubac, Arizona.

Malcolm Furlow and Bobby Lee Krajnik miniature show in Taos New Mexico

Purple Passion

9 x 12 x 1.5"

oil on board

Bobby Lee Krajnik

Bobby Lee Krajnik and Malcolm Furlow at Michael McCormick Gallery in Taos, New Mexico. Gallery show is March 9 thru March 25th 2013.  Artist reception March 9th and 10th.

Morada

Morada

4 x 4 x 3/4"

oil 

Bobby Lee Krajnik

Tiny chapel near Morada in New Mexico.

Blue Moon and Pink Skies

Blue Moon and Pink Skies

8 x 8 x 1.5"

original oil on board

Bobby Lee Krajnik

SOLD

Another wonderful small piece painted during my stay at Tubac Golf Resort.  St. Anne's Parish is located in Tubac, Arizona next to the Tubac Presidio State Historic Park. Thank you Rita and Steve! 

Magpies

Magpies 

6 x 6 x 3/4"

original oil on board

Bobby Lee Krajnik

SOLD

Thank you Nancy!

Sweet Dreams

Sweet Dreams

6 x 6 x 1.5"

original oil on board

Bobby Lee Krajnik

SOLD

This wonderful little piece was painted at Cobalt Fine Arts during the Luminaria Festival. It was painted at night in the gallery and has an almost ethereal quality, as it seems to glow.  Love this piece!

Thanks again Meisha for a wonderful show!

Three Spires

Three Spires

6 x 6 x 3/4"

original oil on board

Bobby Lee Krajnik

I'm not quite sure where the inspiration for this piece came from.  It is a fun little piece with some great texture.  And, the pthalo blue and cad red accents really make it pop! 

Peaceful Journey

Peaceful Journey

8 x 10 x 1.5"

original oil on cradled board

Bobby Lee Krajnik

SOLD

Another wonderful adobe New Mexican church has inspired me! This painting has some wonderful thick texture throughout, nice brushstrokes and and I love the violet foreground! Happy New Year everyone!

Journey Within

personal collection

Journey Within

6 x 6 x 3/4"

original oil on board

Bobby Lee Krajnik

The inspiration for this little painting is an adobe mission in San Miguel, California. The original structure was built in the late 1700's, but was later rebuilt and completed in 1821 after a fire destroyed the earlier church. In 2003 an earthquake hit the area and severely damaged the buildings and closed the mission. The parish is once again operating and thriving following restoration.       

La Espada

La Espada

6 x 6 x 3/4"

original oil on board

Bobby Lee Krajnik

SOLD

I loosely based this little textural treasure on a San Antonio mission.  I've added bright blue accents, lots of texture and magpies to make this a fun little piece!

Ranchos de Taos

Ranchos de Taos

6 x 6 x 3/4"

original oil on board

Bobby Lee Krajnik

SOLD

My show and painting demo at Cobalt Fine Arts went very well thanks to Meisha and Diana! The Luminaria Festival was awesome! There were pictures with Santa and s'mores around the fire pit! Yum! And, this precious piece has found a new home. 

Solo Show and Painting Demos on Sat. December 8th, 2012

Almost There!

12 x 12 x 1.5"

original oil on board

Bobby Lee Krajnik

Solo show and painting demonstrations Saturday December 8, 2012 courtesy of Cobalt Fine Arts Gallery in Tubac Arizona. I will be at Tubac Golf Resort (in the lobby) painting 2pm - 4pm and at Cobalt Fine Arts Gallery painting 6pm - 8pm. Come join in the fun and festivities for the Luminaria Festival!  Luminaries will be lit and there will be fun for the whole family!   

Cobalt Fine Arts Gallery                            Tubac Golf Resort & Spa (lobby)

5 Camino Otero                                           1 Avenue de Otero

Tubac, Arizona 85646                               Tubac, Az 85646

520.398.1200                                              520.398.2211

6-8pm                                                            2-4pm

Adobe church

Adobe Church 

6 x 6 x 3/4"

original oil on board

Bobby Lee Krajnik

This adobe church painting is loosely based on the Mission of San Acacio in the San Luis Valley. Built in the early 1860s, it is considered one of the oldest standing churches in Colorado. I thought it was the oldest but upon further research I discovered several churches claiming the same. I'll just leave that up to the historians and continue with my paintings.

Along the Way

Along the Way

6 x 6 x 3/4"

original oil on board

Bobby Lee Krajnik

I love the blues in this little gem of a painting, they really pop! 

Magpies in the Morning

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Magpies in the Morning

16 x 20 x 1.5''

oil on cradled board

Bobby Lee Krajnik

This is one of my larger pieces that I've just delivered to my new gallery in Southern Arizona. This painting and more of my works are on display and for purchase at Cobalt Fine Arts Gallery in Tubac, Arizona. For enquiries please call 520.398.1200.

A Little Hope

A Little Hope

5 x 5 x 3/4"

oil on cradled board 

Bobby Lee Krajnik

SOLD

This sweet painting sold at the Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art.  It was purchased as a gift and now has a loving home in Arkansas.

Pthalo Skies

Pthalo Skies

6 x 6 x 3/4"

 oil on cradled board

Bobby Lee Krajnik

This colorful landscape is a slight departure from the churches that I usually paint.  I love the red background showing throughout the painting and the rich texture.    

A Place of My Own

A Place of My Own

6 x 6 x 3/4"

oil on cradled board 

Bobby Lee Krajnik

SOLD

I imagined this little mission about ten years ago and have painted several versions of it over the years. I have been told it resembles a church in New Mexico. I have not seen it yet, but hope to someday stumble upon it during one of my jaunts to the Taos area. I have just returned from a trip to Santa Fe and Taos where I met some truly amazing artists, viewed wonderful architecture and gazed upon spectacular landscapes. I am returning even more inspired and ready to paint!  

New solo show

SOLD

A Precious Moment

5 x 5 x 3/4 inches

oil on cradled board

Bobby Lee Krajnik

Come visit my new solo show at Arabesque! 1634 Walnut Street in downtown Boulder, Colorado 80302.   

This is one of my favorite paintings! This tiny little chapel resides near Morada, New Mexico. I have painted this little treasure before and I'm sure to paint it again! You can see the red undertone painting peeking through, and some nice texture as well.

Along theHigh Road to Taos

Along the High Road to Taos

8 x 8 x 3/4 inches

oil on cradled board

Bobby Lee Krajnik

SOLD

Along the high road to Taos lies the village of Truchas New Mexico. This charming hispanic settlement was founded in 1754. The chapel, Nuestra Señora Del Segrado Rosario is dedicated to Our lady of the Rosary. Truchas is also the location of Robert Redford's 1988 filming of The Milagro Beanfield War. I love this movie!

Tranquil Dreams

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"Tranquil Dreams"

12 x 9 x 1.5"

oil on cradled board 

Bobby Lee Krajnik

This charming painting is very loosely based on a little chapel in Co'rdova, New Mexico just off the high road to Taos. I've kept some of the architectural features I've also changed a few details, as this is one of my favorite little churches to paint. The church and the town have a wonderfully rich and artistic history.  

Blue Grass

Blue Grass

6 x 6 x 3/4"

oil on cradled board

Bobby Lee Krajnik

A friend told me they liked the water in this picture... hmm... I just wanted to paint the ground blue. It does actually look like water.  And, it's still one of my favorite paintings.  

Another Day

Another Day

6 x 6 x 3/4"

oil on cradled board

Bobby Lee Krajnik

I painted this little church after I came across a wonderful photograph of a similar building.  After doing some research, I discovered the church resides in Florida. Well, I've added snow capped peaks... :)

Blue Skies

Blue Skies

6 x 6 x 3/4"

oil on cradled board

Bobby Lee Krajnik

Three Trees

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Three Trees

12 x 6 x 3/4"

oil on cradled board

Bobby Lee Krajnik

I love old stone buildings! So, when I saw a photo of this small stone church I thought it would be really cool to paint. And since, I've received some wonderful comments on this piece. Also, I'm going to paint some more of these skinny pieces, they're fun and a little different. 

Purple Skies

Purple Skies

6 x 6 x 3/4"

oil on cradled board

Bobby Lee Krajnik

SOLD