Description: This is my acrylic painting of the Hawaii state bird and flower, the Nene or Hawaiian Goose and yellow hibiscus. The Nene is a species of bird endemic to the Hawaiian Islands. Hawaii was admitted to the union on August 21, 1959 as the 50th state. This painting is part of my state bird and flower collection.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of the Nevada state bird and flower, the mountain bluebird and sagebrush. This plant has medicinal purposes that were used by the Native Americans of the area. Nevada was admitted to the union on October 31, 1864 as the 36th state. This painting is part of my state birds and flowers collection. The natural setting offers a serene and colorful depiction of wildlife.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of the Wyoming state bird and flower, the Western meadowlark and Indian paintbrush. Wyoming was admitted to the union on July 10, 1890 as the 44th state. Meadowlarks are a common songbird of open prairies. This painting is part of my state birds and flowers collection.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of some petunia flowers for a flower child. Bright pink petunia flowers dominate the background, with the words "Flower Child" boldly overlaid in black, stylized text. The vivid floral design contrasts with the dark backdrop, creating a vibrant, eye-catching effect.
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Description: This is my watercolor painting of some far-out flowers from the 1960’s. A whimsical arrangement of colorful flowers is scattered against a light background. The blossoms vary in shades of red, yellow, purple, and blue, creating a vibrant and cheerful pattern.
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Description: I was inspired to do this watercolor painting of some cypress trees in the swamp after traveling and staying in the state of Mississippi. Rising from the dark, murky waters, the cypress tree is a stately symbol of the swamp. Tall cypress trees with bare trunks stand in a wetland area, their reflections mirrored in the still water below. Lush greenery forms a backdrop, suggesting a serene swamp environment.
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Description: This is my watercolor painting of some magnolia flowers that I was inspired to paint after seeing these beautiful trees in the southern states. This painting is part of my Florida watercolor collection. The leaves are different shades of green, adding depth to the composition.
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Description: I was inspired to do this watercolor painting of some cypress trees in the swamp after seeing so many in my travels in the southern states. Rising from the dark, murky waters, the cypress tree is a stately symbol of the swamp. I love the winding root system of these trees. This painting is part of my Florida watercolor collection. Tall cypress trees with bare trunks stand in a wetland area, their reflections mirrored in the still water below. Lush greenery forms a backdrop, suggesting a serene swamp environment.
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Description: This is my painting of the Colorado state bird and flower, the lark bunting and Rocky Mountain columbine. This flower features two-tone flowers with star-like, creamy white petals and violet-blue sepals and spurs. Bushy yellow stamens add a third color. Colorado was admitted to the union on August 1, 1876 as the 38th state. This painting is in my state birds and flowers collection.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of the Idaho state bird and flower, the mountain bluebird and syringa. The syringa is a woody shrub with clusters of white flowers sometimes called mock orange. Idaho was admitted to the union on July 3, 1890 as the 43rd state. This painting is part of my state birds and flowers collection.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of the West Virginia state bird and flower, the cardinal and rhododendron. The rhododendron is actually a flowering shrub with purple, pink and white blooms in the late spring. West Virginia was admitted to the union on June 20, 1863 as the 35th state. This painting is part of my state birds and flowers collection.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of the Tennessee state bird and flower, the mockingbird and iris. There are several different colors of the iris, by common acceptance the purple iris is considered the state flower. Tennessee was admitted to the union on June 1, 1796 as the 16th state. This painting is part of my state birds and flowers collection.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of the South Carolina state bird and flower, the Carolina wren and yellow jessamine, also called Carolina jessamine. The wren is known for nesting in unusual places. South Carolina was admitted to the union on May 23rd, 1788 as the eighth state. This painting is part of my state birds and flowers collection.
Description: This is my drawing of a person presenting a bouquet of flowers that are topped with a pair of hummingbirds for a Happy Mother’s Day. A hand, clothed in a suit, presents a colorful bouquet of various flowers tied with a pink ribbon. Two hummingbirds hover above the bouquet, adding a lively touch to the floral arrangement.
Description: This is my painting with the point of view in a bunch of violet flowers for a Happy Mother’s Day. The Ancient Greek’s considered the violet a symbol of fertility and love; they used it in love potions. The common blue violet is the state flower in Rhode Island, Illinois and New Jersey.
Description: This is my painting of the Massachusetts state bird and flower, which are the black-capped chickadee and mayflower. The chickadee is a cheerful bird with a pleasing call “chick-adee-dee-dee.” The mayflower is also known as the ground laurel. It is fragrant with pink or white with five petals. Massachusetts was admitted to the union on February 6, 1788 as the sixth state. This painting is part of my state birds and flowers collection.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of the Ohio state bird and flower, which are the cardinal and red carnation. This state chose the red carnation to honor President William McKinley, an Ohioan who liked to wear red carnations stuck in his buttonhole on the lapel of his jacket. Ohio was admitted to the union on March 1, 1803 as the 17th state. This painting is part of my state birds and flowers collection. The background is filled with a subtle pattern of smaller flowers, creating a lush and colorful scene.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of the Arizona state bird and flower, which are the cactus wren and saguaro cactus flower. The cactus wrens often build their nests inside a cactus to protect them from predators. Arizona was admitted to the union on February 14, 1912 as the 48th state. This painting is part of my state birds and flowers collection.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of the New Mexico state bird and flower, which are the greater roadrunner and yucca flower. The chaparral bird is commonly called the roadrunner. The yucca can grow up to 30 feet in height. New Mexico was admitted to the union on January 6, 1912 as the 47th state. This painting is part of my state birds and flowers collection. A roadrunner stands in a desert landscape with sparse vegetation and a dramatic sky. The background features yucca plants and a sunset with layered clouds.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of the Rhode Island state bird and flower, which are the Rhode Island Red and violet. Rhode Island was admitted to the union on May 29, 1790 as the 13th state. The Rhode Island Red is one of the most famous and popular chicken breeds. This painting is part of my state birds and flowers collection.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of the North Carolina state bird and flower, which are the cardinal and the flowering dogwood tree. North Carolina was admitted to the union on November 21, 1789 as the twelfth state. This painting is part of my state birds and flowers collection. The bird's striking plumage contrasts with the lush green leaves and delicate floral background.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of the New Hampshire state bird and state flower, which are the purple finch and purple lilac. New Hampshire was admitted to the union on January 5, 1776 as the ninth state. Not purple at all, the male Purple Finch looks more like a large billed sparrow with a raspberry red head. The purple lilac was imported from England and planted in the area of what became this state. This painting is part of my state birds and flowers collection.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of the Michigan state bird and flower, which are the American robin and apple blossom. Michigan was admitted to the union on January 26, 1837 as the 26th state. The robin is a distinctive bird with a bold orange chest and one of the first signs of spring. Apple blossoms bloom into a white or pale pink color in the spring. This painting is part of my state birds and flowers collection.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of the Florida state bird and flower, which are the common mockingbird and orange blossom. The mocking bird is a superb songbird and mimic. Oranges are a large part of the state’s agriculture industry. Florida was admitted to the union on March 3, 1845 as the 27th state. This painting is part of my state birds and flowers collection.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of the Delaware state bird and flower, which are the blue hen and peach blossoms. Fighting blue hen cocks were carried by Delaware Revolutionary war soldiers for entertainment during cockfights. Delaware has the reputation as the “Peach State” since they had so many orchards at one time. Delaware was admitted to the union on December 7, 1787 as the first state. This painting is part of my state birds and flowers collection.
Description: This is my painting of the Pennsylvania state bird and flower, which are the ruffed grouse and mountain laurel. The ruffed grouse gets its name from the black “ruffs” on the side of its neck. The mountain laurel has fragrant star-shaped white and pink flowers, which is an evergreen shrub. Pennsylvania was admitted to the union on December 12, 1787 as the second state. This painting is part of my state birds and flowers collection.
About Matt Starr Fine Art
