Description: My acrylic painting shows the American Flag raised and recovery efforts at Ground Zero after the disaster at the World Trade Center. A group of first responders stands amidst rubble and debris, with a partially demolished building silhouetted against a yellowish sky. An American flag is prominently displayed in the scene, symbolizing resilience amidst chaos.
Description: While on vacation, I painted the Thatcher Island Lighthouses near Rockport, Massachusetts with acrylic paint. Here is the scene from where I was staying at a Bed & Breakfast Inn in Rockport. A tranquil coastal scene features rocky shores with a deep blue sea, where sailboats and a distant island with lighthouses are visible. Houses are perched on rocky cliffs, and sea birds soar in the clear sky.
Description: This is my watercolor and ink painting of the view from the fishing pier of the condos at Navarre Beach, Florida at sunset. There are persons walking and surfing along the shore. High-rise condo buildings overlook a sandy beach as the sun sets over the ocean. A few people are seen enjoying the water and the shore, capturing a serene coastal scene.
Description: This is my watercolor of a sandpiper bird. I was inspired to paint this interesting little bird from many vacations to the Florida beaches. A sandpiper with a detailed bill and plumage stands on a sandy beach, depicted in a minimalist, sketch-like style. Soft blue and brown tones create a serene coastal background.
Description: This is my watercolor painting of a couple of persons in sailboarding adventures along the coast. I was inspired to paint this from watching persons sailboarding while I was vacationing in Florida. Two windsurfers glide over the ocean waves, each balancing on colorful boards with vibrant sails under a blue sky. The scene captures the dynamic motion and energy of the sport amidst a serene seascape.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of a male rose-breasted grosbeak. I had a male and female rose-breasted grosbeak at our bird feeder. The rose bib of the male with the black and white feathers are striking to see. I was so inspired; I had to paint this beautiful rose-breasted grosbeak. A grosbeak with a striking red and black plumage is perched elegantly against a soft, muted background. Its vibrant red chest contrasts with the subtle tones surrounding it.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of reflections of the mountain and trees at Bear Lake, Colorado. I love the beautiful mountains and trees with the awesome mirror reflection of nature’s beauty on the lake. Bear Lake is a scenic trailhead and destination in Rocky Mountain National Park. Rocky terrain in the foreground contrasts with the lush greenery and sky above.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of a deer with fawn at the stream for water. A serene forest scene depicts a doe and a fawn drinking from a tranquil stream, surrounded by lush greenery. Their reflections are softly captured in the water, emphasizing the peacefulness of the natural setting.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of an elephant with an ornate decorative sugar art style of design and colors. A vibrant elephant with intricate patterns and a crown of stars stands against a pink and purple background. The design features flowing lines and heart motifs, giving it a whimsical and royal appearance.
Description: This is my acrylic painting that shows an old factory built along the coast with the surf splashing against the rocks on the shore. Seagulls are flying nearby looking for food. A wooden building stands by the sea, with waves crashing against the rocks and seagulls flying nearby. The scene captures a peaceful coastal setting, enhanced by the vibrant colors of the ocean and sky.
Description: This is an old beach house I painted in watercolors while vacationing in the Florida panhandle. A wooden beach house on stilts overlooks a serene, turquoise ocean, surrounded by sandy dunes and grasses. The building features a thatched roof and a staircase leading up to a spacious deck area.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of Motif number 1. I was so inspired to draw and paint the famous Motif #1 building near sailboats in Rockport, MA. Many lobster buoys hang on the outside of the building. The historic red wooden fishermen structure sits on a pier beside a vibrant blue sea, adorned with colorful lobster buoys and surrounded by several small sailboats. The sky is filled with soft clouds, creating a serene coastal scene.
Description: This my acrylic painting of some ducks on Lake Tranquility. On the left are male and female gadwall ducks. Near the center are male and female mallard ducks. On the right side is a black duck. The vibrant colors of the water and vegetation contrast with the earthy tones of the ducks, creating a peaceful natural setting.
Description: This is my plein air watercolor of the beach along the Emerald Coast of the Florida panhandle. I love watching the sea oats blow in the wind along the dunes of white sand. A tranquil seascape features a vast field of tall sea oats swaying gently in the foreground, while layers of rolling hills stretch toward a horizon under a dramatically cloudy sky. The use of muted earthy tones conveys a serene and natural atmosphere.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of a snow scene. It has a mourning dove that is resting on the pump with some berries near the old barn after the intense snow storm. The winter sky in this painting is my parody of the famous “The Starry Night” painting by Vincent van Gogh. I added a bright star high above a big evergreen tree. A snowy landscape is depicted with a rustic wooden barn in the background and a mourning dove perched on a pump in the foreground. Evergreen trees dusted with snow add to the wintry scene.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of a Desert Cardinal or Pyrrhuloxia. This is a song bird found in the American Southwest and Northern Mexico. These birds are typically red/brown/gray color. Some have been seen with more of a blue shade. I was inspired to paint this one with a darker blue shade. A vibrant desert cardinal with a striking red and black tail perches on a delicate branch, set against a soft, muted background. Its expressive crest and detailed plumage highlight its exotic appearance.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of an old truck in left the field for many years near the barn. They don’t make ‘em like they used to is mostly about the truck but also applies to the barn. I worked with my Granddad on his farm where I came across scenes like this. A red vintage truck sits abandoned in a grassy field with a rustic barn in the background. The sky above displays a mix of clouds and warm sunset hues, casting a serene light over the rural landscape.
Description: This is my watercolor painting of a snowscape with a stream winding around the Rocky Mountains. A serene winter landscape features a flowing river surrounded by snowy banks and towering evergreen trees. Majestic snow-capped mountains rise in the background under a clear blue sky,
Description: This is my acrylic painting of a heavy snow along a stream. It includes the tracks of some animals that cross the stream. A serene winter landscape features a snow-covered forest with a partially frozen stream winding through it. Tall, bare trees stand against a clear blue sky, while evergreen trees add a touch of green amidst the snow.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of a farm after a snow storm. The heavy snow can be seen on the roof of the barn and in the field along the fences. It is a cold winter day with smoke streaming from the farm house. A winter landscape showcases an old farmhouse and barn surrounded by snow-covered fields and bare trees. A rustic fence runs through the foreground, adding to the scene's serene and quiet atmosphere.
About Matt Starr Fine Art
