Tuesday, November 24, 2009

Theda Waterspoon - Irish Water Spaniel


Copyright © 2009 Linda Apple

"Theda Waterspoon"
8"x10"-oil on canvas
Appletree Hollow Series

1852- 1917
She was born Theodosia Waterspoon in Cincinnati, Ohio on July 27th, 1852. Her mother,a Swiss wigmaker and her father an Irish tailor, gave her a comfortable upbringing in a loving home situated in a small neighborhood inhabited mostly by immigrant merchants. She was a non-athletic, old fashioned, stay-at-home kind of gal, who loved her family, good food, writing and books. It was said that throughout her life, she was not truly happy without writing or having her nose buried in a book. Although she had a shy, retiring nature she longed to be an actress from early childhood.
When it came time to go to college, she ran away to pursue her dreams. She fabricated an exotic background of having an Egyptian royal heritage and being named, Theodosia, after a young woman who was lost at sea, sparked wild tales of abduction and pirates which got her noticed by the theater world. Her wavy waist-length hair, intense, penetrating eyes, curvy, buxom figure, and scandalous, skin-revealing gowns, brought a new kind of femme-fatale to the stage.
Even with the extravagant stories that were created, her career was short lived with only a few bit parts. This could have been a disaster but she squandered away her money and left the theater a rich woman. She met the elderly photographer, Herbert Adams of Appletree Hollow who convinced her to travel with him to the village and after her first visit, she decided to stay. A few years later, she returned to writing and became a success, under the name of “Theda Hara”.

Monday, November 23, 2009

Elena - portrait




Copyright © 2009 Linda Apple

"Elena"
oil on canvas
18"x18"

Just completed this large commission of Elena,
a lovely 15 yr. old young gal. 


This is to be a Holiday surprise gift,so if you happen
to know her..............keep the secret!! :)
With the Holidays arriving, my commissions have begun~
So, if you are thinking that you would like a painting
for your "special" someone now is the time to get
in touch and get on the list !
Click here if you would like to email

Sunday, November 15, 2009

Dick Tracy Salute


Copyright © 2009 Linda Apple

"Dick Tracy"
8"x8"

oil on canvas
Nostalgic Vintage Still Life

Did you ever think about being a detective?
Well, a little nostalgia today with some tin wind-ups
from the good ol' days of Dick Tracy!

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Wednesday, November 11, 2009

Simon - Dachshund dog portrait

Copyright © 2009 Linda Apple

"Simon"
oil on canvas - 10"x10"

One of my larger Xmas commissions. This is Simon......
If you would like a portrait of your four-legged
friend just click the below link and let me know.
Hope you enjoy this one and have a great day!

With the Holidays arriving, my commissions have begun~
So, if you are thinking that you would like a painting
for your "special" someone now is the time to get
in touch and get on the list !
Click here if you would like to email

Tuesday, November 10, 2009

Rainy Day - People shopping

Copyright © 2009 Linda Apple

"Rainy Day"
oil on canvas - 8"x10"

Sunday, November 08, 2009

Fortune Telling - woman on street

Copyright © 2009 Linda Apple

"See the Future"
oil on canvas - 8"x10" - sold

Want to know what is in your future?
Now you can know~ take a seat~ it's just $5.oo!
Here is a fun scene on the city street.


Tuesday, November 03, 2009

Hoorah - bicycle


Copyright © 2009 Linda Apple
"Hoorah"
oil on canvas - 6"x8"

A bit of celebration for the bicycle!

 Available @:

Terra Gallery

8 East Popular Avenue (arts district)
Columbus, Ohio 43215 ph. (614) - 228-4188
They have a really nice place, so check them out!
Click here to link to their web site

Monday, November 02, 2009

Xmas Cheer - English Bulldog

Copyright © 2009 Linda Apple

"Bah Humbug"
oil on canvas - 6"x8"

"All right, this is the last time I do this....
Where's the presents?"

I thought you might need a bit of Xmas Cheer
to get you in the mood for the upcoming Holiday season.



With the Holidays arriving, my commissions have begun~
So, if you are thinking that you would like a painting
for your "special" someone now is the time to get
in touch and get on the list !
Click here if you would like to email