"Mix & Mingle," 24 x 30 framed original abstract painting by Charlotte Pottieger

Created during a peaceful family trip to the beach, Mix & Mingle radiates that breezy, carefree energy you can only find by the shore. It’s the visual equivalent of a warm evening gathering—music playing, glasses clinking, and easy conversation flowing from room to room. The palette is fresh and playful: soft buff and ivory layered with blues, greens, and lilacs, all accented by vibrant touches of pink, turquoise, and smoky navy. Full of rich texture and movement, this piece brings life and levity to any space. Acrylic, graphite, and oil pastel on canvas, 24 x 30 in a solid wood float frame with a metallic gold finish. About the Cocktail Party Collection Inspired by childhood memories of my grandparents’ gatherings—full of laughter, clinking glasses, and butterfly-shaped crackers—this collection celebrates togetherness, hospitality, and joy. Each piece captures the easy charm of a party in full swing. Mix & Mingle and its companion, Polite Conversation, were created during a co