Artist Deb Kirkeeide expresses her great love of nature and wildlife through her captivating paintings. View more work on her website.
“Miss Lucille” oil, 12″ x 16″
As a kid, my passions were drawing, reading, and animals. With the woods and streams as my playground, I spent many hours exploring and searching for magical realms where the birds and animals talked to you and fairies resided.
“Spring’s Promise” oil, 10″ x 10″
As an adult, practicality often pushed those dreams into the shadows. I am fortunate to have had a creative career in design and illustration, but it is in painting that I truly feel at home.
“Lamar Valley” oil, 4″ x 8″
Painting has brought me full circle to my childhood dreams of art and nature. The woods still enchant me, and I am unwavering in my belief that true magic resides in nature.
“Once Upon A Summer Day” oil, 6″ x 6″
My love for nature runs deep. My paintings explore spirit and emotion through expressing its beauty, telling a story of the natural world and my place within it. Nature has a language. Patterns, rhythms, and animal behavior evoke emotion and personal meaning, often reminding us to incorporate more of it into our lives.
“Gloriosity” oil, 8″ x 8″
In my world, swaying grasses remind me to dance more. Hawk suggests taking a higher perspective. Ravens bring creativity and magic, and songbirds bring joy and gratitude at the start of each day.
“Messenger” oil, 10″ x 10″
In each of my paintings, I strive to convey this language as I perceive it, capturing the essence and vitality of my subjects through expressive brushwork, color, and texture.
“The Eyes Have It” oil, 6″ x 6″
My colors are inspired by nature’s palette, often soft and peaceful but also with an unexpected pop of color where you might least expect it. Each piece is a peek into a world where nature tells a story, and every creature brings a message. Landscapes and flowers often grace my easel, but my love of birds and animals remains a constant source of inspiration.
“Into the Canyon” oil, 8″ x 6″
Someone once commented, “Your paintings aren’t just about the subject; they go much deeper and reveal the wonders around us.” It was more than just a compliment; it was an affirmation of my art’s purpose.
“The Wanderer” oil, 8″ x 8″
My paintings are more than artistic expressions; they are bridges that connect me to the wonder and stories of nature. They invite the viewer to step into a world where they can connect with the beauty and wonder around them and be inspired to interpret their own stories.
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