Album: Matt Starr Wildlife Art

Description: This is my mixed media painting with watercolor and acrylic for the spots on a jaguar called rosettes. This is part of my “Wildlife Skins” series. Bold jaguar rosettes cover a surface in a pattern of black and orange hues, creating a dynamic and wild impression.

Description: This is my mixed media painting with watercolor and acrylic paint for the spots on a mythical purple pink leopard. Vibrant leopard print pattern features shades of pink and purple, creating a striking visual effect. The bold and irregular spots add a sense of wildness and energy.

Description: This is my mixed media painting with watercolors and colored pencils of the spots on a cheetah. It is the fastest land animal. They have around 2,000 oval or round black spots. Each cheetah has distinct patterns of spots which can be used to identify unique individuals.

Description: This is my acrylic painting of a lion. The lion is the symbol for Leo the Lion in the zodiac signs. This sign covers the dates from about July 22nd to August 22nd. The lion's expressive eyes and intricate fur emphasize its regal and powerful nature. A majestic lion gazes intently with a calm yet powerful presence, its mane beautifully rendered in various shades. The background features a subtle pattern of dark trees, enhancing the regal nature of the creature.

Description: This is my watercolor and ink painting of a crab. The crab is the symbol for Cancer the Crab in the Zodiac signs. This sign covers the period of time about June 22nd to July 22nd. A vibrant depiction of a crab showcases its detailed blue claws and sturdy, textured shell. Surrounded by subtle splashes of color, the composition emphasizes the crab’s intricate features.

Description: This is my acrylic painting of a ram. The Ram is the symbol for Aries in the Zodiac signs. This sign covers the times from about March 21st to April 19th. A prominent ram with large, curved horns is depicted against a textured background, accompanied by the word "ARIES" in bold letters above. The detailed features of the ram highlight its fur and intense gaze.

Description: This is my acrylic painting of a scorpion. The scorpion is the subject in the zodiac called Scorpio which applies to the dates from about October 23rd to November 21st. The related constellation is called Scorpius the Scorpion. A detailed depiction of a scorpion is set against a warm, textured background, highlighting its segmented body and pincers. The earthy tones and intricate details suggest an emphasis on natural form and biological accuracy.

Description: This is my acrylic painting on tan toned paper of a scorpion that is poised for a strike. A detailed depiction of a scorpion is set against a warm, textured background, highlighting its segmented body and pincers. The earthy tones and intricate details suggest an emphasis on natural form and biological accuracy.

Description: This is my painting of a pair of dolphins riding a large wave during a spectacularly bright sunset. A nearby sea turtle watches.

Description: This is my acrylic painting of a raccoon portrait on some wood. A raccoon with expressive eyes is depicted, surrounded by a textured wooden background. The use of soft brushstrokes highlights the creature's fur and features.

Description: This is my acrylic painting of a black bear and the reflections in the water in Alaska. A black bear wades through a vibrant, green bog surrounded by tall grasses, creating an impression of untouched wilderness. The ripples in the water add a sense of movement and tranquility to the scene.

Description: This is my painting of a bull elk with his reflections in the water. This painting is 1 of 4 in a series of Mountains, Lakes & Wildlife.

Description: This is my acrylic painting of a bighorn sheep ram on toned tan paper. The bighorn sheep are found in the Rocky Mountains region. A majestic ram with large, curved horns is depicted against a textured background. The detailed rendering highlights the animal's fur and piercing gaze.

Description: This is my watercolor and ink painting of a blue crab. I used salt to create the special effects on the crab shell. It is the Maryland state crustacean.

Description: After a trip to the New England coast, I was inspired by all the lobsters, so created this acrylic painting of a mythical Monster Lobster. The lobster is the state crustacean of Maine. Sharks swim in the water, adding a whimsical element to the scene.

Description: This is my watercolor and ink painting of a Maryland crab. I used salt to create the special effects on the crab shell. It is the Maryland state crustacean. A detailed monochromatic drawing showcases a crab with its claws raised, set against a textured, brown background. The crab's intricate lines accentuate its natural form and structure.

Description: This is my watercolor and ink painting of some manta rays in a pop art style. This painting is part of my Florida Watercolor Collection. Three manta rays are depicted flying through a swirling blue sky with flames trailing from their tails, giving them the appearance of rocket propulsion. The combination of the aquatic creatures and fiery elements creates a whimsical and surreal scene.

Description: This is my watercolor painting of a loggerhead sea turtle that I was inspired to paint while visiting in Florida. I used salt to create the special effects on the turtle shell. This is part of my Florida Watercolor Collection. The detailed patterns on the turtle's shell and flippers enhance its natural beauty.

Description: This is my watercolor and ink painting of a blue crab. I used salt to create the special effects on the crab shell. It is the Maryland state crustacean. This painting is part of my Florida Watercolor Collection. A vibrant depiction of a crab showcases its detailed blue claws and sturdy, textured shell. Surrounded by subtle splashes of color, the composition emphasizes the crab’s intricate features.

Description: This is my mixed media with watercolor, acrylic and ink painting of some spotted eagle rays. This painting is part of my Florida Watercolor Collection. Three spotted eagle rays glide gracefully through a wavy, blue background, evoking a sense of movement and tranquility. Their dark bodies are covered in white speckles, creating a striking contrast against the lighter backdrop.

Description: This is my watercolor and ink painting of a variety of starfish and sea stars. Included in this painting are starfish, sea stars, Royal starfish, blue sea star, spiney brittle star, and chocolate chip sea star. This painting is part of my Florida Watercolor Collection. Various starfish in different colors and patterns are scattered on a textured background, showcasing diverse designs. The central starfish is large and yellow, surrounded by smaller, differently colored starfish.

Description: This is my watercolor and ink painting of my study of a sand dollar (sea urchin) that I was inspired to paint after finding these on the beach in Florida. They are also known as a sea cookie and snapper biscuit. This painting is part of my Florida Watercolor Collection. A detailed depiction of a sand dollar showcases its symmetrical patterns and delicate lines. Muted pastel shades in the background enhance the natural beauty of the central object.

Description: This is my watercolor and ink painting of some seashells that I found along the beach in Florida. I was inspired to do this painting from all of the interesting shells I have collected on the beach over the years. Shells included are scallop, olive shell, vase, clam, and auger. I added a starfish to this painting of seashells. This painting is part of my Florida Watercolor Collection. A small starfish adds a whimsical touch to the composition. Earthy tones emphasize the natural beauty of the marine elements.

Description: This is my watercolor painting of a Portuguese Man O’ War with a grunge appearance. This painting is part of my Florida Watercolor Collection. A Man O War with long, flowing tentacles drifts gracefully in a muted, earthy-toned background. Its dome appears semi-transparent, revealing intricate details of its structure.

Description: This is my watercolor painting of a Portuguese Man O’ War. This painting is part of my Florida Watercolor Collection. A Man O War with flowing, delicate tentacles extends beneath a translucent dome, painted in soft purple and orange hues. Soft lines and shades create a serene underwater scene.

Description: This is my drawing of a buck deer making a scrape against a tree in the woods.

Description: This is my drawing of a big fish story, where a person fishing over a hole in ice unknowingly hooks a big whale. A large whale is depicted underwater, caught on the fishing line of a person ice fishing above. The scene captures the contrast between the icy surface landscape with an igloo and mountains, and the serene underwater world.

Description: This is my drawing of an armadillo in the desert at sundown. An intricately detailed armadillo with a textured shell stands in a desert landscape with cacti under a sunset sky. The ground appears cracked and dry, adding to the arid atmosphere.

Description: This is my drawing of a crabby crab. A fantastical crab with a human-like face sits in a subtle, textured background. Its large claws and detailed features give it an intriguing, mystical appearance.

Description: This is my drawing of a bat on a baseball bat. It can also be seen as a logo for a baseball team called the “bats.”

Description: This is my drawing of some squirrels in a scurry after some nuts. Three lively squirrels are depicted leaping and frolicking among vibrant autumn leaves. The scene captures the energy and motion of the squirrels, complemented by the warm tones of yellow and orange leaves.

Description: This is my watercolor and ink paining of a couple of seahorses. Two vibrant yellow seahorses face each other against a textured blue background, creating a symmetrical composition.

Description: This is my drawing of a fire-breathing winged dragon. A fantasy dragon with an elongated neck and intricate blue and green scales is depicted in a stylized manner. Elegant spikes and frills accentuate its head, adding to the mythical essence of the creature.

Description: I love painting the striking rich colors of orange laced with black and bordered with white dots on a Monarch butterfly. I used acrylics with a pearlescent acrylic paint to give the butterfly color some shine. A vibrant butterfly with striking red, yellow, and black patterns is set against an abstract background of earthy tones. The intricate details on the wings draw attention, creating a lively contrast with the backdrop of bushes.

Description: This is my watercolor and ink painting that was inspired by me to paint from my many trips through the swampy regions of the southern states. This alligator is staged on the banks of the Florida swamp at sundown. A vibrant scene showcases an alligator basking near a body of water, set against a backdrop of trees with sunlight peeking through.

Description: This is my watercolor and ink painting that was inspired by me to paint from my many trips through the swampy regions of the southern states. This alligator is staged on the banks of the Louisiana swamp at sundown. A vibrant scene showcases an alligator basking near a body of water, set against a backdrop of trees with sunlight peeking through.