Description: This is my acrylic painting of a bobwhite quail that is flushed to flying across the field. I am inspired to paint these quail that were seen and heard at my Grandparents farm. A bobwhite quail with its wings spread wide is depicted in mid-flight above tall grasses under a partly cloudy sky. Earthy tones of brown and gold dominate the scene, giving a sense of natural tranquility.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of a girl playing in the sand at the beach. A girl in a pink outfit and sunhat is building a sandcastle by the ocean, with a sailboat in the distance. Starfish and seashells are scattered on the sandy beach under a blue sky with a few seagulls flying.
Description: One night, my seven-year-old grandson was being told by his parents you’ve got to get to bed so you can get up early, at the “Crack of Dawn” to go fishing with Grandpa (me). Later he asked them what was a “crackadon”? This is my acrylic painting of my representation of the answer to his question, a Crackadon is a rare dinosaur, yawning at the Crack of Dawn. Later, we had a great time fishing together! Now the “Crackadon” fun family story is one we can pass along. A crackadon dinosaur with an exaggerated derrière stands in a volcanic landscape, its head tilted upwards as if roaring. The sun sets dramatically behind jagged mountains with vibrant colors streaking across the sky at the crack of dawn!
Description: This is my watercolor of a mandala design of seashells from my vacation in Florida. Delicate seashells are arranged in a symmetrical pattern, featuring vibrant reds, yellows, and oranges. At the center, a sand dollar is surrounded by various types of shells including conical and fan-shaped ones.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of a colorful rooster pheasant in a field at sundown. I painted it on black paper to give the dark appearance of the scene near sunset. A vibrant pheasant stands in a field of tall grasses, with a colorful sky blending shades of orange and green in the background. The bird's intricate plumage contrasts with the rolling hills under the dramatic sunset.
Description: This is my acrylic painting with a big rooster crowing during a spectacular sunrise from the fence post at the farm. I was inspired to paint this rooster from time spent at my Grandparents farm. A majestic rooster stands proudly against a vibrant and dramatic sky filled with streaks of red, orange, and purple. The sunset provides a bold and colorful backdrop, enhancing the rooster's striking pose on a wooden fence post.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of a pair of dolphins riding a large wave during a spectacularly bright sunset. A nearby sea turtle watches. Dolphins leap joyfully over a vibrant wave painted with swirling blue, red, and orange hues, while a turtle swims below. The background features a serene sunset with palm trees silhouetted against the warm colors of the sky.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of a red-winged blackbird at a pond among the cattails. A blackbird with a distinctive red and yellow wing patch perches on tall reeds against a bright blue sky. The scene captures a tranquil moment in nature, highlighting the bird's striking colors.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of a red barn along a country road. With my country roots, I am inspired to paint barns, especially old antique barns or red painted barns. A rustic red barn stands amidst tall golden wheat, with a tree casting shade over a dirt path leading towards it. The scene captures a peaceful rural setting with vibrant, natural colors under a clear blue sky.
Description: This is my watercolor tribute to those who sacrificed in the battle at Iwo Jima and the wars to protect our freedoms. Silhouetted figures work together to raise an American flag against a dramatic, cloudy sky. The scene conveys a sense of teamwork and patriotism as they struggle to plant the flag on rugged terrain. The monochrome background contrasts sharply with the vibrant red, white, and blue of the flag.
Description: This is my mixed media painting that includes watercolor and acrylic paint on this rainbow trout swimming near the bottom of a clear, cold stream. Pearlescent acrylic paint was used for the extra shine on the scales and to give the wet appearance on the trout. The current of the stream can be seen stirring up silt on the bottom. A vibrant rainbow trout displays its colorful scales in a detailed side profile view. The water appears to flow gently in the background, accentuating the fish’s natural habitat.
Description: This is my mixed media painting with watercolors, acrylics, pen and ink of two rabbits enjoying their life in paradise. Two rabbits rest among wildflowers in a vibrant green meadow, surrounded by rolling hills and distant trees. The serene landscape features a small stream cutting through the lush scenery.
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: I created this peace sign with flowers inked on a watercolor painting with added special effects from salt. A peace symbol is creatively formed by intricate floral designs set against a colorful watercolor background. Delicate flowers and leaves intertwine to create a harmonious and artistic representation.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of an Ozark River. I went on a float trip on a river in southeast Missouri with some friends several years ago. We had fun, excitement and a few close calls on our journey down the river. Before our trip I had been studying some paintings of renowned artist from Missouri, Thomas Hart Benton. I learned that he had made a trip to the same river as a source for some of his paintings. On this trip, I was keenly more aware, and noticed all kinds of interesting reflections of colors, shapes and objects that could been seen in and around the gently flowing river. I was inspired about Thomas Hart Benton’s trip, his paintings and my experience on the river. I could hardly wait to get home and start painting.
Description: I just love old barns. This is my acrylic painting of an old barn at sunset. They don’t make them like they used to. The old ones made of wood look so interesting with the wear and tear, holes, missing and warped boards. So, I painted this old barn with a wind mill at one of my favorite times of the day, at sunset. A rustic barn stands amidst a field of tall grass under a vibrant sunset sky, with an old windmill nearby. The warm hues of orange and red in the sky contrast beautifully with the dark silhouette of the barn and surrounding foliage.
Description: I love painting the striking rich colors of orange laced with black and bordered with white dots on a Monarch butterfly flying in the dawns early light. I used acrylic with a pearlescent acrylic paint to give the butterfly color some shine! A vibrant monarch butterfly with striking orange and black wings is depicted against a pale background. The intricate details of the butterfly's wings highlight its natural beauty.
Description: I painted this macaw parrot with acrylic and pearlescent acrylic paint. The parrot is deep in the jungle full of foliage. I used black paper for this dense jungle scene. A vibrant parrot is perched on a branch, surrounded by lush green foliage. Its feathers display a mix of blues, yellows, and whites, creating a striking contrast with the dark background.
Description: I painted these magic mushrooms with acrylics in a mandala design with a bunch of four-leaf clovers in the center. I used black paper to give depth to the area with the colorful mushrooms. Vibrant mushrooms with various patterns surround a central green circle filled with shamrock motifs, set against a dynamic purple background. A symmetrical design creates a mesmerizing visual effect.
Description: This is a group of lizards called a lounge in a mandala pattern. They are sitting in a color wheel circle all looking into a black hole. I used acrylic and pearlescent paint to give shine to the skin on the lizards. I painted these lizards on black paper to give depth to the surroundings and contrast to their skin tones. A circle of vibrantly colored lizards surrounds a central point, each one painted in a different hue from red to blue. The background features intricate, swirling patterns that enhance the radiant design.
Description: This is my acrylic painting that was done from a photo of a sunset at Table Rock Lake. I love sunsets and lakes so this was a blast for me to paint. A reflective pool of water mirrors the silhouette of a tree, surrounded by dense foliage at the lake water's edge. The sky transitions from a deep blue to a warm orange as the sun sets behind the distant tree line.
Description: This is my acrylic painting with two large schools of koi swimming in a yin yang pattern. Within each school there is a circular group of lily pads with flowers. I painted it on black paper to give depth to the water. A swirling pattern of koi fish creates a yin-yang design with vibrant colors and energetic movement.
Description: I painted with acrylics this scene of Japanese Koi fish in a water garden full of lily pads. To give the water depth I used black paper. Koi fish with vivid orange and white coloring swim gracefully among lily pads and blooming white flowers. The tranquil water creates a peaceful atmosphere as the fish glide in circular patterns.
Description: I painted this landscape with three crosses and a powerful sunset at Golgotha. Golgotha, was, according to the Gospels, a site immediately outside Jerusalem's walls where Jesus was crucified. Matthew's and Mark's gospels translate the term to mean "place of [the] skull". About a stone's throw away from there is a vault wherein his body was laid, and rose again on the third day. He is Risen! Acts 4:33 With great power the apostles continued to testify to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus. And God’s grace was so powerfully at work in them all.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of a rendezvous of two goldfish. I blew bubbles of paint on the paper to create the special bubble effects surrounding these fish. Two orange goldfish face each other, surrounded by swirling blue water and bubbles. The water appears dynamic, creating a lively aquatic scene.
About Matt Starr Fine Art
