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10 Beautiful Oil Paintings That Inspire Me As An Artist

Olive Trees with Yellow Sky and Sun oil painting by Vincent Van Gogh

These beautiful oil paintings are worth a closer look. A finished work of art is a thing of beauty to behold. I’m deeply inspired by paintings of other artists and …

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Instagram post 2211431590764833054_5345501611 Update: Sold!! ✨ • Finished the last painting of this year! A beautiful scene of the Redwoods felt appropriate, because this is my favorite place of contemplation. I still haven't named this one, so I thought I'd ask you all - what would you call this? 🌿 • A big thank you to everyone who has followed and supported my work as I continue to grow and create 🎉 This was a year of serious growth and change, in my work as an artist and in all areas of my life. I'm so excited for what's ahead, grateful for all that has been given to me. Cheers to the new year!!
Instagram post 2201156888603470328_5345501611 'Under a Gilded Sky' 36" x 60" 2019 Oil on canvas • Since it's cold and wintery here in Southern Oregon I'm bringing you all some warmer weather in painting form. This piece was inspired by spending early spring near the mouth of the Smith River, along the Oregon/Northern CA coast. Vibrant rays of light streamed through the clouds during an especially beautiful sunset. The coastline was beginning to bloom with greenery and flowers, a whole host of animals would play in and out of the surf where fresh water met the sea (we even saw a whale here one time 🐋!!), and striking sunsets would often grace the horizon. • This piece is currently, available 💛 DM me for details 💌
Instagram post 2192345713442817075_5345501611 Details of 'Fire Over the Tetons,' 3 x 5ft - now available in my online shop 🔥🏞️ • Fall turns to winter as the Grand Tetons rise in the distance underneath a vibrant sunset that turned the clouds hues of bright red, orange, pink, and purple. The forest slowly transforms into the colors of fall foliage, as cooler temperatures bring the colder weather down from the mountaintops and into the valley below.
Instagram post 2190194729388161279_5345501611 'Waves of Gold' ✨ 22 x 28 in. Oil on canvas • This painting was inspired by an early morning spent walking along the Pacific Crest Trail near the summit of Mt. Ashland here in Southern Oregon. Early Fall had already turned the meadow shades of golden brown, and the sun filtering through the trees made it shine like pure gold. Hints of gold shine throughout this painting when the sun catches it just right.
Instagram post 2185225081265676578_5345501611 Which is your favorite of all 6? 🎨 • These little mini paintings are part of a bunch of NEW originals being added to my online shop this Friday!! I've been working hard to get this update ready just in time for the holiday season 💛 • Bonus points if you can guess where any of these are from!
Instagram post 2183122927197917938_5345501611 >>Swipe to see all 3 outdoor painting studies ✨✨✨>> • There's something about painting outside (or 'en plein air' as the French say) that really can't be replicated anywhere else. Nature is always moving and natural light is always changing as the sun moves though the sky and the seasons change. • These three studies were all done in the outdoors near my home in Southern Oregon. I'll go walking around and sit down to paint what captures my eye, and that's why I love doing these studies so much. They are all unique moments in time and space, of beautiful places I love to visit. • > Lithia Park River Study #1 > Lithia Park River Study #2 > Cliff Lake Study #1 • 9 x 12 in. Oil on canvas paper 2019
Instagram post 2176453349893663672_5345501611 [ I love capturing paintings outside, it feels like they are in their natural habitat 🍂🌲] • Friends, as we move towards winter and the holiday season, I've been working a lot behind the scenes. I'm excited to share several new things with you in the coming weeks since you've been so patiently waiting. • I'm going to be adding several new original paintings of all different sizes to my online store (previews of them will be posted here!) 🖼️🖼️🖼️ • Also, recently I've been working outside a lot (it's been unseasonably warm), and have new 'en plein air' painting studies to show you! I'm thinking of only offering these little studies for sale to my Instagram followers - let me know what you think! • Lastly, I'm finally curating a monthly email newsletter, to better keep in touch with you lovely people and give those who opt-in the chance to know about special sales, events, and behind-the-scenes inspiration ✨ [ If you'd like to be on this list, you may sign up via the link in my bio ] • Pictured: 'Mountain Glow' Oil on canvas 2019 15 x 30 in.
Instagram post 2162795059494224943_5345501611 'Trek Through Golden Meadows' was inspired by a backpacking trip through the Trinity Alps this summer. After nine miles mostly through covered forest near a creek, the trail led to one of the biggest meadows I had ever seen, just before the sun slipped behind the mountains. This magical golden light was gone only five minutes later... makes me grateful to have witnessed it ✨ 36" x 48" 2019 Oil on canvas ✨ This painting is available, DM me for details 💌
Instagram post 2158453442788265613_5345501611 If it seems like I've fallen off the face of Instagram, it's because I've been mired in preparations for this show. I'm so so happy to be here and grateful to all the people who have been so supportive of me in so many ways 💛 I have several new pieces to show you and talk about once the busi-ness dies down, so stay tuned! And if you live nearby and want to come say hi I'll be here tomorrow from 10 - 5pm!!
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