Description: This is a pink flamingo painted with acrylic and pearlescent acrylic paint on the bird as it stands wading in the water during a dark, rich red sunset. A vibrant pink flamingo stands gracefully in water, creating ripples around its slender legs. The background features rich, warm hues of orange and red, suggesting a sunset over a tranquil lake.
Description: This is my mixed media painting of the famous Easter Island statues called Moai. I used salt and isopropyl alcohol for the special effects of the watercolor on the statues and sunset. A series of stylized Moai statues sit against a vivid orange and yellow sky, capturing a sense of ancient mystery. The statues are set in a grassy, earth-toned landscape, adding depth to the scene.
Description: I like watching wildlife around ponds and lakes, so I painted this close-up of a dragonfly in the cattails. I used acrylics with a pearlescent paint for the shine on the dragonfly and the wings. I like how the wings turned out with being able to see through them to a certain extent and the shine/glare on wings in the light to make them look real. A vibrant dragonfly is perched on tall, slender cattails surrounded by a calm, blue background. Its delicate wings are intricately detailed, contrasting beautifully with the earthy tones of the cattail plants.
Description: This is a cool black Labrador retriever painted with acrylics in a pop art style. It is painted in memory of the great black labs we have had Mylo and Louie. A vibrant blue lab wearing a red bandana stands against a golden background, capturing attention and curiosity. Bold colors and dynamic brushstrokes highlight the dog's expressive features.
Description: This acrylic painting celebrates coming home for Christmas to a farm house in a snowscape as night approaches. This painting was done on half of a 4’x8’ sheet of plywood Christmas card that I painted for my Church. A cozy house with glowing windows sits amidst a snowy landscape, surrounded by pine trees under a starlit sky. Smoke curls up from the chimney, suggesting warmth inside despite the frosty surroundings. A small bridge spans a nearby stream, adding to the serene winter scene.
Description: This is my mixed media painting of two chameleons meeting in the trees. I used salt to give special effects on the watercolor and acrylic painting. Two vibrantly colored chameleons face each other on intertwined branches surrounded by lush green leaves. Their patterns include vivid blues, greens, and reds, set against a backdrop of stylized foliage.
Description: I was inspired when I saw some California Quail on a vacation trip. I loved watching them run with their head plumes bobbing around. This is my acrylic painting of a pair of California Quail with some chicks. This part of my Toned Tan Paper series. A family of California quails gathers on the ground, with two adult birds and several chicks standing alert. Brown and beige hues dominate the scene, complemented by simple background grass strokes.
Description: I love the rich colors of brown trout. This is my acrylic painting of a trout in a cold, dark stream along with other fish near the bottom. They are still close enough to the surface to see any flies landing on top of the water. A brown trout swims gracefully through a dark, aquatic environment, surrounded by green plants and subtle reflections from above. The water is depicted with gentle circular ripples, adding a sense of movement.
Description: I painted this acrylic painting with a winter scene heavy with snow and ice with persons driving the old red pick-up truck to bring home their Christmas tree. In the background, there are homes decorated with lights for the holiday. Smoke drifts from the chimneys into the dark blue sky, adding warmth to the wintry scene.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of a bridge over peaceful waters. This was done in a Claude Monet style with the water lilies. I have added iris flowers to the foreground. A tranquil scene features a curved wooden bridge over a reflective pond, surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant flowers. Graceful water lilies float on the serene water, while branches arch overhead, creating a peaceful, natural canopy.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of a male Eastern bluebird. This is the state bird of Missouri and New York. Bluebirds have long been associated with joy, happiness and luck. I was inspired to paint this bluebird are they are one of my favorites and I see them often in my yard. Bluebirds have been featured in movies and songs. A vibrant bluebird is perched on a slender branch against a soft, blue sky. Delicate green leaves sprout from the branch, adding a touch of natural elegance to the scene.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of Siamese fighting fish or betta swimming in a yin yang pattern. The bettas are the colors of a color wheel. A circular design features a blend of betta fish in vibrant colors arranged in a yin-yang pattern, creating a dynamic contrast. Each fish showcases a different color, ranging from red to purple, creating a harmonious yet striking visual effect.
Description: This is my acrylic painting with a design of autumn leaves that have fell onto the forest floor. The black paper gives it depth of the leaves on the ground. Vibrant autumn leaves of various shapes and colors are arranged against a dark background, creating a striking contrast. The composition includes leaves in green, orange, yellow, and purple hues, intricately detailed and symmetrical.
Description: This is my acrylic painting of a beautiful woman in Paris at night. For the sky I was inspired to paint my interpretation of Van Gogh’s famous “Starry Night” painting. The Eiffel Tower shines brightly among the stars in the sky. The woman has a cute dog at her side in her purse. I used a magenta pearlescent paint for her dress and the bow on her dogs’ head. A woman in a pink outfit stands in front of the Eiffel Tower, set against a swirling night sky reminiscent of Van Gogh’s style. She holds a small dog and wears a large black hat adorned with pink details.
Description: I painted this lucky four-leaf clover with watercolor and added salt for the special magical effects. (A three-leaf clover is called a shamrock.) The four-leaf clover has come to represent the Holy Trinity, one leaf representing the Father, the Son, the Holy Spirit and God’s Grace. The four-leaf clover is considered good luck to find one since your chances of finding one are 1 in 10,000! If you find one, giving it to someone doubles your luck. A golden four-leaf clover stands out against a textured, earthy background. Rich hues of yellow and brown create a sense of warmth and depth.
About Matt Starr Fine Art
