Friday, November 23, 2018

No. 69: Western Painted Turtle Watercolor

The three species of painted turtle (eastern, midland, and western) all have the colorful stripes on their extremities, but only the western painted turtle has the fabulous yellow/orange/red undercarriage.  This unframed, original watercolor measures 12" x 16" surrounded by a 16" x 20" dark green matboard.  It sells for $375 which includes shipping. To learn more about this artwork, please contact me at cajuntom55@gmail.com.  Enjoy.

No. 68: American Goldfinches Watercolor

The american goldfinch migrates, but in a small range, so they are seen year-round in Missouri.  The male (right) turns from brilliant yellow in summer to olive in winter, and the female a dull yellow, brown shade in winter, is only a slightly brighter yellow in summer. This unframed, original watercolor measures 9" x 12" surrounded by a 11" x 14" light beige matboard.  This painting has been sold.  To learn more about my other artwork, contact me at cajuntom55@gmail.com.  Enjoy.

No. 67: Prickly Pear Blossom Watercolor

The prickly pear is one of only a few "succulents" in Missouri.  Its blossoms come in three distinct colors: white, yellow, and red.  The fruits (called opuntia or tuna) have been used for thousands of years to make jellies and an alcoholic drink called colonche.  This unframed original watercolor measures 6.5" x 10.5" surrounded by a 9" x 13" pale yellow matboard.  This painting sells for $100 which includes shipping. To learn more about this or any other artwork, please contact me at cajuntom55@gmail.com. Enjoy.


Monday, November 5, 2018

No. 66: Winter Cardinal Watercolor


"Winter Cardinal" (2017). This original watercolor measures 12" x 16" surrounded by a 16" x 20" light grey matboard. This painting has been sold. To learn more about other artwork, please contact me at cajuntom55@gmail.com.  Enjoy.


No. 65: Water Lily II Watercolor

The water lily has been a favorite subject of artists for centuries.  This original watercolor measures 12" x 16" surrounded by a 16"x20" sea-foam green matboard.  This painting has been sold.  To learn more about my other paintings, please contact me at cajuntom55@gmail.com . Enjoy.