On Saturday, April 21st., an enthusiastic crowd joined Live An Artful Life Gallery for their show "4 Women Paint", in The Plains, VA. The idea of artists and gallery owners, Tom and Linda Neel, the event was filled with art lovers and artistic novices, who came to watch professional artists Trisha Adams, Elaine Elinsky, Christine Lashley, Libby Stevens, all paint from life - with a twist.

With one large floral arrangement placed in the gallery's atrium, the concept had each of the four talented artists surrounding it, as each painted a still life. Not only were the onlookers able to see four different artist's interpretations of the same subject matter, at least three different mediums - oil, acrylic and pastel, were also used. This really allowed everyone watch the individual processes of each artist develop towards a completed work of art.

The wonderful opportunity of questions and answers were abundant by the audience and artists, as the four worked away at each of their paintings. "It was a joy to see so many of artistic types in the group being mentored on the spot", says Tom Neel. "This was a fun event for all that joined us and they'll be happy to know it will become annual."

The show, which runs through May 13th, also has at least four paintings available by each artist and rounding out the theme as a superb added bonus, Delaplane Cellars joined in with a paring of four delicious wines. The gallery is located at 6474 Main Street in The Plains. For more information about the gallery and the show, please visit LiveAnArtfulLife.com or call 540-253-9797.