Description: This is my painting of a leopards spotted fur coat with the black rosettes and light brown spots in the center. This is part in my “Wildlife Skins” series. A pattern of bold, black rosettes with orange centers is set against a golden background, reminiscent of a leopard's spots. The design features intricate details that create a dynamic and textured appearance.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of a zebra stripe pattern design painted in a purple vineyard camouflage color. This is part in my “Wildlife Skins” series. Purple and black stripes create a dynamic, wavy pattern on a white background. The abstract design gives a sense of movement and flow.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of a pair of blue-footed boobies. These boobies are easily recognizable by its distinctive bright blue feet. Two boobies stand side by side with striking bright blue feet against a warm, earthy background. Their long beaks and expressive eyes point in opposite directions, creating a symmetrical composition.
Description: This is my watercolor painting of seascape in Rockport, MA. While visiting Front Beach in Rockport we were looking for sea glass, I was inspired to paint a watercolor painting of a sunset of the Sandy Bay Gazebo. A vibrant sunset sky bathes the seascape in warm hues, with boats gently floating on the water. Rocks lead towards a distant gazebo perched on a cliff, with birds soaring above.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of some colorful pansy flowers that are painted on black paper. Vibrant purple and blue pansies are depicted with intricate detailing, surrounded by lush green leaves. The flowers appear lively and full, emphasizing their vivid colors and delicate structures.
Description: This is my oil painting of the home of U.S. President, Harry S Truman in Independence, MO. A charming Victorian-style house is surrounded by lush trees and greenery, giving it a serene and inviting appearance. The intricate details on the windows and porch add a touch of elegance to the home.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of the planet Jupiter the largest in our Solar System. I included the band of storms, the Great Red Spot and a few of its moons. This planet is named after the Roman god Jupiter, the king of the gods, because of its observed size. A vivid rendering of the Jupiter planet with swirling red and orange bands is set against a dark, star-speckled background. The patterns on the planet create a dynamic and atmospheric effect.
Description: This is my watercolor painting, that I did praying for peace as the sun sets in Ukraine. A Ukrainian flag waves against a vibrant orange and red sunset sky, standing tall over a silhouette of city buildings with distinct spires. The scene evokes a strong sense of national pride and resilience.
Description: With acrylics, I painted this cable-stayed bridge during a plein air, quick paint competition during a Kansas City Parks Walktober Event. In the foreground is a cairn, a man-made pile of rocks that I found on the bank near the bridge. The contest was held at the Riverfront Heritage Trail within the Berkley Riverfront Park on the banks of the Missouri River. I painted this in the allotted time of two and a half hours. This cable stayed steel girder bridge was built in 2010 for I-29/I-35US 71 Highways that cross the Missouri River near downtown Kansas City. The bridge is named after Christopher Samuel “Kit” Bond who is a former senator from Missouri. Stacked stones in the foreground add an element of human touch to the natural setting.
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 acrylic painting of a cardinal at the pump in the middle of winter. A heavy blanket of snow has fallen at the farm with the barn in the distance. A bright red cardinal perches on an old water pump amidst a snowy landscape dotted with red berries. In the background, a rustic barn sits quietly, surrounded by a fence and bare, snow-covered trees.
Description: This is my acrylic painting with a variety of colorful butterflies from around the world. They are flying in a color wheel pattern that includes a Tiger Swallowtail, Blue Morpho, Red Butterfly, Bamboo Page, Monarch and Purple Emperor and more. This is a series of four paintings with a growing number of butterflies in the cluster for each. A collection of vibrant butterflies in various colors and sizes creates a dynamic swirl against a blue background. The butterflies range from green and blue to orange and red, showcasing intricate patterns on their wings. The composition highlights the beauty and diversity of the butterflies in a serene setting.
Description: This is my acrylic painting with a variety of colorful butterflies from around the world. They are flying in a color wheel pattern that includes a Tiger Swallowtail, Blue Morpho, Red Butterfly, Bamboo Page, Monarch and Purple Emperor and more. This is a series of four paintings with a growing number of butterflies in the cluster for each. A collection of vibrant butterflies in various colors and sizes creates a dynamic swirl against a blue background. The butterflies range from green and blue to orange and red, showcasing intricate patterns on their wings. The composition highlights the beauty and diversity of the butterflies in a serene setting.
Description: This is my acrylic painting with a variety of colorful butterflies from around the world. They are flying in a color wheel pattern that includes a Tiger Swallowtail, Blue Morpho, Red Butterfly, Bamboo Page, Monarch and Purple Emperor and more. This is a series of four paintings with a growing number of butterflies in the cluster for each. A collection of vibrant butterflies in various colors and sizes creates a dynamic swirl against a blue background. The butterflies range from green and blue to orange and red, showcasing intricate patterns on their wings. The composition highlights the beauty and diversity of the butterflies in a serene setting.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of a pheasant at sunset. In my eyes, pheasants are the most inspiring game bird. I thoroughly enjoy watching pheasants in the wild. Seeing a pheasant striking rich colors against a wheat field motivates me to paint them. In addition, I love painting sunsets and sunrises. For this acrylic painting I combined the sunset as the background, with the pheasant poised ready for flight across the field into the darkness. A pheasant stands amidst tall grass during a vibrant sunset. The sky is filled with dramatic clouds, casting a warm glow over the landscape.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of a tiger, looking at you face to face. A striking depiction of a tiger captures its intense gaze and intricate stripes, accented by hues of black and orange. The animal's fur detail is highlighted against a dark background, giving it a majestic and formidable presence.
Description: This is my drawing study of some loon birds on a lake. The common loon is the state bird of Minnesota. Loons with striking black and white plumage float serenely on a calm body of water, surrounded by hints of pine trees and rocky outcrops in the background. Their vivid red eyes and distinctive markings add a touch of contrast to the tranquil scene.
About Matt Starr Fine Art
