Description: This is my acrylic painting of Chippy with Missy and their baby squirrels sitting on a branch realizing that he would never be lonesome again. A beautiful vibrant sunset is seen on the horizon of the field. Across the pasture, a silhouette of trees is visible in the distance. This painting is in the Chippy Squirrel book illustrations collection. The Chippy Squirrel book has this painting along with others of the squirrel’s adventures. I had a blast re-illustrating the second edition of this children’s book written by my aunt. Contact the artist, Matt Starr if you are interested in getting the book.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of Chippy Squirrel returning to the nest in the hollow tree with a hedgeapple to be surprised to find Missy with two of the prettiest little red squirrels he had ever seen! The two baby squirrels are cuddled up sleeping all snug and warm next to their momma. The scene has a whimsical and warm atmosphere. This painting would be a good Christmas card. This painting is in the Chippy Squirrel book illustrations collection. The Chippy Squirrel book has this painting along with others of the squirrel’s adventures. I had a blast re-illustrating the second edition of this children’s book written by my aunt. Contact the artist, Matt Starr if you are interested in getting the book.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of Chippy Squirrel who found some hedgeapples to eat that were buried in the snow drift. The big featured pine tree is covered with snow while the dark blue sky approaches for a long winter night. This painting would make a good Christmas card. This painting is in the Chippy Squirrel book illustrations collection. The Chippy Squirrel book has this painting along with others of the squirrel’s adventures. I had a blast re-illustrating the second edition of this children’s book written by my aunt. Contact the artist, Matt Starr if you are interested in getting the book.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of Chippy and Missy Squirrel curled up huddled together all warm and snug in their cozy nest in the old tree hollow during the long winter. Missy scratched some of her fur off and lined the nest. The vibrant blue sky peeks through the surrounding branches with snow and ice, creating a serene atmosphere. This painting would make a good Christmas card. This painting is in the Chippy Squirrel book illustrations collection. The Chippy Squirrel book has this painting along with others of the squirrel’s adventures. I had a blast re-illustrating the second edition of this children’s book written by my aunt. Contact the artist, Matt Starr if you are interested in getting the book.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of Chippy and Missy Squirrel in the fall storing walnuts, pecans, acorns and corn cobs for winter food inside the tree. Chippy and Missy face each other lovingly after gathering the food. This painting is in the Chippy Squirrel book illustrations collection. The Chippy Squirrel book has this painting along with others of the squirrel’s adventures. I had a blast re-illustrating the second edition of this children’s book written by my aunt. Contact the artist, Matt Starr if you are interested in getting the book.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of Chippy showing Missy Squirrel his nest in the tree. Chippy asked her to live with him. The background shows a bright blue sky with distant trees across the pasture. This painting is in the Chippy Squirrel book illustrations collection. The Chippy Squirrel book has this painting along with others of the squirrel’s adventures. I had a blast re-illustrating the second edition of this children’s book written by my aunt. Contact the artist, Matt Starr if you are interested in getting the book.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of Chippy and Missy Squirrel telling each other about the big adventures each had. Missy wears a bow in her hair adding a whimsical touch to the scene. This painting is in the Chippy Squirrel book illustrations collection. The Chippy Squirrel book has this painting along with others of the squirrel’s adventures. I had a blast re-illustrating the second edition of this children’s book written by my aunt. Contact the artist, Matt Starr if you are interested in getting the book.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of Chippy and Missy Squirrel hurrying up the tree to escape from the farmer’s dog. The illustration of the dog, was based on the bird dog of the book authors Dad. The dog was an English Setter bird dog named Whimpy. Whimpy was a good hunting birddog and was also family friendly. Chippy scolded the dog in his barking manner but the dog stayed until suppertime at the farm home nearby. The setting is a serene field with a blue sky overhead. This painting is in the Chippy Squirrel book illustrations collection. The Chippy Squirrel book has this painting along with others of the squirrel’s adventures. I had a blast re-illustrating the second edition of this children’s book written by my aunt. Contact the ar
Description: This is my acrylic painting of Chippy Squirrel meeting Missy Squirrel for the first time. She was the prettiest little girl squirrel with red fur he had ever seen! This painting is in the Chippy Squirrel book illustrations collection. The Chippy Squirrel book has this painting along with others of the squirrel’s adventures. I had a blast re-illustrating the second edition of this children’s book written by my aunt. Contact the artist, Matt Starr if you are interested in getting the book.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of Chippy Squirrel meeting and visiting with mother skunk at the big rustic barn. The skunk has a pop art style tail. The barn sits under a clear blue sky, adding to the rural charm. The creek and pasture are over the hill in the distance. The illustration of the barn was done based on the actual metal barn of the authors Dad. I spent lots of time working with my Grandad in and around this barn as a boy. This painting is in the Chippy Squirrel book illustrations collection. The Chippy Squirrel book has this painting along with others of the squirrel’s adventures. I had a blast re-illustrating the second edition of this children’s book written by my aunt. Contact the artist, Matt Starr if you are intere
Description: This is my acrylic painting of Chippy Squirrel, who was lonesome so he decided to explore the other side of the creek. Chippy is cautiously crossing the creek to explore the other side although his parents warned him from going so far from home. The sky is a mix of blue and white clouds, adding depth to the scenery. This painting is in the Chippy Squirrel book illustrations collection. The Chippy Squirrel book has this painting along with others of the squirrel’s adventures. I had a blast re-illustrating the second edition of this children’s book written by my aunt. Contact the artist, Matt Starr if you are interested in getting the book.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of a very lonesome Chippy Squirrel curled up and peacefully asleep in the nest of swirling leaves in the big hollow tree in the pasture. The intricate design captures the harmony of nature. This painting is in the Chippy Squirrel book illustrations collection. The Chippy Squirrel book has this painting along with others of the squirrel’s adventures. I had a blast re-illustrating the second edition of this children’s book written by my aunt. Contact the artist, Matt Starr if you are interested in getting the book.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of Chippy Squirrel that was lonesome after realizing how quiet it was around him. He didn’t see Blackie and Billy skunk at the base of his hollow dead tree. Big Hooty forgot to fly past on his way to the corn field. The sky is a bright blue dotted with fluffy clouds. This painting is in the Chippy Squirrel book illustrations collection. The Chippy Squirrel book has this painting along with others of the squirrel’s adventures. I had a blast re-illustrating the second edition of this children’s book written by my aunt. Contact the artist, Matt Starr if you are interested in getting the book.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of Chippy Squirrel eating a large green hedgeapple for his supper. The background features green foliage, enhancing the natural setting. This painting is in the Chippy Squirrel book illustrations collection. The Chippy Squirrel book has this painting along with others of the squirrel’s adventures. I had a blast re-illustrating the second edition of this children’s book written by my aunt. Contact the artist, Matt Starr if you are interested in getting the book.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of Chippy Squirrel meeting two of his best friends, Bunny Rabbit and Big Hooty at the creek. This painting is in the Chippy Squirrel book illustrations collection. The Chippy Squirrel book has this painting along with others of the squirrel’s adventures. I had a blast re-illustrating the second edition of this children’s book written by my aunt. Contact the artist, Matt Starr if you are interested in getting the book.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of the friendly Chippy squirrel visiting with all the other wild animals and birds in a meadow. Butterflies flutter nearby. Bunny rabbit along with Blackie and Billy skunk were near the tree. This painting is in the Chippy Squirrel book illustrations collection. The Chippy Squirrel book has this painting along with others of the squirrel’s adventures. I had a blast re-illustrating the second edition of this children’s book written by my aunt. Contact the artist, Matt Starr if you are interested in getting the book.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of a cute Chippy Squirrel holding an acorn nut with its paws. His fluffy tail curls elegantly, adding a charming touch to the scene. This painting is in the Chippy Squirrel book illustrations collection. The Chippy Squirrel book has this painting along with others of the squirrel’s adventures. I had a blast re-illustrating the second edition of this children’s book written by my aunt. Contact the artist, Matt Starr if you are interested in getting the book.
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Description: This is my vibrant acrylic painting of Chippy Squirrel overlooking the land while sitting on a tree branch holding an acorn nut. The background features a blue sky with wispy clouds. This painting is in the Chippy Squirrel book illustrations collection. The Chippy Squirrel book has this painting along with others of the squirrel’s adventures. I had a blast re-illustrating the second edition of this children’s book written by my aunt. Contact the artist, Matt Starr if you are interested in getting the book.
Description: This is my vibrant acrylic painting used for the book cover of the second edition of Chippy Squirrel. Chippy Squirrel is holding an acorn nut while sitting on the branch of a tree. The background features a blue sky with wispy clouds. This painting is in the Chippy Squirrel book illustrations collection. The Chippy Squirrel book has this painting along with others of the squirrel’s adventures. I had a blast re-illustrating the second edition of this children’s book written by my aunt. Contact the artist, Matt Starr if you are interested in getting the book.
Description: These are the various vibrant acrylic paintings that I have done in the children’s book, Chippy Squirrel. The book features a playful squirrel named Chippy. The story showcases different seasons and activities of Chippy’s adventures. I had a blast re-illustrating the second edition of this book that was written by my aunt. These paintings are available as a print or product and are included in the Chippy Squirrel book. Contact the artist, Matt Starr for more information about the book or to get one.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of a serene image of a common loon with a baby loon riding on its back as it gracefully swimming across a shimmering green lake. Land of 10,000 Lakes is a nickname for the state of Minnesota, which officially has 11,842 lakes of 10 acres or more. The loon is the state bird of Minnesota.
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Description: This is my acrylic painting of two flamingos in love in a tranquil water setting, surrounded by lush greenery. Their pink feathers contrast beautifully with the water. These beautiful birds are wading in a tropical lagoon. The heart shape between them symbolizes love, commitment and lasting partnership. They get their pink color from their diet of algae and crustaceans, which are rich in carotenoids. These birds are social and live in large groups called “flamboyances”. Flamingos are the national bird of the Bahamas.
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Description: This is my acrylic painting of a vibrant purple-crested turaco of the gallirex bird family. The background is a lush blend of green hues, enhancing the bird’s vivid colors. They inhabit the tropical forests and woodlands of southern Africa. They have a purple crest above a green head, a red ring around their eyes, and black bill. They eat mainly fruit.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of a varied bunting with striking plumage in the dense shrubbery. The simplicity of the scene emphasizes the vivid colors of the bird. They inhabit deserts and prefer thorny brush thickets, forests and scrubby woodlands. They are part of the cardinal family and are found from southwestern US to Mexico.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of a nice pair of sultan tit birds in the forest. Their distinctive crests and feathers stand out against the wooded background. They inhabit lowland forests in Southeast Asia, Southwestern China and northern Vietnam in the east. The male is brighter colored with the female similar but with a greenish-brown throat. They have a bright yellow crest and underparts, dark upperparts and a loud, melodic call. This is the largest species of tit. The sultan part of its name is for its regal appearance and yellow crest. The bright yellow crest may be raised for courtship, show alertness or alarm when frightened. Tit is a general term for smaller birds.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of a California condor stands perched on a rocky cliff, gazing into the vibrant sunset. Mountains rise in the distance. It became nearly extinct in the wild in 1987 when all remaining wild individuals were captured, but has been reintroduced in Az, Ut and CA. They are the largest North America land bird. Its 9.8 ft wingspan is the widest of any North America bird. They are a highly social scavenger and have one of the longest live spans of birds at 60 years. It has been a popular subject of mythology and is an important symbol to Native Americans. This bird painting is included in the bird playing card game called “Chirp Up”.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of a pacific wren singing a song. The warm, earthy tones give a scene a calming, natural feel. This tiny bird is found along the Pacific coast from Alaska to California and inland as far as Wyoming and the Black Hills. The male builds a small number of nests but never lined until the female chooses one to use. They are powerful singers known for their loud, complex songs, which are used by males to defend territory and attract multiple mates.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of an acorn woodpecker with red crest is in the process of storing acorns in a tree for winter. They store acorns in small holes drilled especially for this purpose in “granaries” or “storage trees”. The granaries can consist of thousands of holes, each of which may be filled by an acorn in the autumn. They also eat insects, sap and fruit. They have a call that sounds almost like they are laughing. This bird painting is included in the bird playing card game called “Chirp Up”.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of a vibrant male olive warbler with a striking orangish head and breast with black facial mask in a pine forest. This bird is not a true warbler and lacks olive-colored plumage, the name was chosen to reflect its habitat in olive groves. Their habitat includes mountainous, open coniferous forests, particularly pine woodlands at high elevations. Their range is primarily Mexico and Central America, with breeding range into southern Arizona and New Mexico.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of a northern waterthrush that stands gracefully among the grass in a wooded swamp. The subtle tones and delicate details create a serene atmosphere. It has a habit of bobbing its rear end. This bird is a large New World warbler and not a thrush despite the name. They inhabit wooded areas near water, such as swamps, bogs and streams for breeding. They are in various habitats during migration and on their wintering grounds. This bird painting is included in the bird playing card game called “Chirp Up”.
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