Thursday, March 01, 2018

Norma Wilson Original Oil Pear Fruit Still Life Food Art Painting


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     There are changes in the wind! I’m excited to be MOVING MY BLOG to my web site’s platform at www.normawilsonfineart.com. You can find me there and get an update of my posts by adding it to your RSS feed. I will also be using their newsletter feature. It will greatly simplify things for my followers and for me! So stop by for a visit and say hi! My site also has a new look and a brand new email to reach me at norma@normawilsonfineart.com. I will be sending out my first newsletter shortly!

Saturday, November 25, 2017

Norma Wilson Original Custom Pet Portraits Dog Cat Painting Art

                                                                         
   Celebrate Your Pets This Season!

Custom pet portraits painted in oil from your photos. Contact me by email at normasfineart@gmail.com or call 757 729-4136 for information on how to get started, pricing, and more. Hope you had a nice Thanksgiving!

Sunday, November 12, 2017

Norma Wilson Original Oil Cow Calf Bovine Farm Animals Painting Art


“Those Eyes”

©Norma Wilson, 8” by 10” original oil




Spent most of the last few days with a crashed computer and deciding on either the new iPad Pro that is 12.9 inches and a new MacBook Pro. I have two weeks to see if the iPad will do the trick but I am not sure as of now. Any other artists out there strictly use an iPad?

Friday, October 27, 2017

Norma Wilson Original Oil Donkey Mule Equine Animal Portrait Painting Art


"Donkey Approach"

©Norma Wilson, original oil, 8" by 10"





I saw this and had to share. I am obsessed with my phone! Not sure what I think I will find every time I obsessively look at it. Maybe I need to go for a hike and leave it at home. Lol Hope you do something fun this weekend and I will get out and do the same! 😊  


Tuesday, October 24, 2017

Norma Wilson Original Oil Seascape Beach Fence Grasses Coastal Decor Painting Art


Sun Drenched Cove

©Norma Wilson, original oil, 5" by 7"



"The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever."
Jacques Yves Cousteau, Oceanographer



Monday, October 23, 2017

Norma Wilson Original Oil Giraffe Animal Mammal Wildlife Portrait Painting Art


Tall Beauty!


©Norma Wilson, original oil, 6" by 6"

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Such soulful eyes. Along with thousands of other people, I became captivated by April the giraffe who was due to give birth any minute....for about two months. It is hard to pinpoint exactly when a giraffe will give birth and they had a camera fixed on her every move every day. I found myself watching for hours. I realized that it was kind of like meditation being so focused and there was no sound. There were many times when everyone thought it had to be time because she had all the signs but there were many false alarms. When it did happen, it was well worth the wait. Giraffes stand the whole time and hide their discomfort because in the wild, they could be attacked and their baby eaten. And we think we have it rough! Taj arrived being almost six feet tall and under 100 pounds. He was standing within the hour. Incredible. I now have a much greater appreciation for these beautiful faces and how majestic and strong they really are!

Tuesday, October 17, 2017

Norma Wilson Original Oil Seagull Ocean Seascape Coastal Living Decor Painting Art



"Standing Alone"

©Norma Wilson, original oil, 8" by 10"


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I've always wondered what the gulls do to keep warm at night and when I lived at the beach and would head down to the beach early, they would all be huddled together and very quiet. So I guess sticking together is the key. This guy was photographed in the summer sun so he is happy taking a break from flying and looking for food!

Monday, October 16, 2017

Norma Wilson Original Oil Kingfisher Bird Avian Wildlife Artist Painting Art


"Looking Back"

©Norma Wilson, original oil, 5" by 7"

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These Kingfisher birds sure look proud! I learned that many live near rivers and eat fish tunneling into the ground where they live. Or they live away from a river and eat small vertabrae. I have to share the photo below which is very impressive. Quite the catch!



Thursday, October 12, 2017

Norma Wilson Original Oil Owl Bird Avian Wildlife Painting Art


"On Watch"

© Norma Wilson, original oil, 8" by 10"




Have you ever seen an owl up close? I haven't and would love to experience that and especially one this beautiful. Hoping your day is a beautiful one!



Monday, October 09, 2017

Norma Wilson Original Oil Michigan Lighthouse Lake Landscape Light On Water Painting Art


"Michigan Lighthouse"


© Norma Wilson, original oil, 5" by 7"

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I hope one day to visit this lighthouse. A friend has been here and loved her time in Michigan. It looks beautiful! We have such a vast and beautiful country and there are so many places yet to see! Where would you like to spend time that you have never been?



Thursday, October 05, 2017

Norma Wilson Original Oil Seagull Shorebird Bird Avian Seascape Painting Art


"Gull Watch"

©Norma Wilson, original oil, 8" by 10"

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Perhaps it is because I have been painting so much but it feels like it was coming up on TGIF just yesterday. Hoping your week was a good one and I appreciate you stopping by!

Tuesday, October 03, 2017

Norma Wilson Original Oil Autumn Road Landscape Trees Foliage Nature Paintings Art


"Autumn Woods"

©Norma Wilson, Original Oil, 8" by 10"




The air is getting that cool crisp feeling once again. My two favorite seasons are Spring and Autumn. Time to get out the extra blanket and drink some hot chocolate.  I had fun staying a bit more loose and impressionistic with this piece. It is always the goal but sometimes quite a challenge not to tighten up again! What are your favorite things about this time of year?

Monday, October 02, 2017

Norma Wilson Original Oil Sacred Lotus Floral Flower Garden Lily Pad Painting Art


"Sacred Lotus"

© Norma Wilson, original oil, 8" by 10"

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It is no wonder these flowers are often used to represent peaceful zen like endeavors. I used to go to a yoga studio called The Blue Lotus. They are amazing flowers growing in ponds amidst the lily pads.
They are very fun to paint too! We need more peace in this world and I hope you can spend time in nature today or experience peaceful moments in the midst of the hustle and bustle or the sad news stories. Have a wonderful day.

Saturday, September 30, 2017

Norma Wilson Original Oil Chiffchaff Songbird Aviary Wildlife Painting Art


"Chiffchaff Songbird"

©Norma Wilson, original oil, 5" by 7"

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This little bird is singing it's heart out. Sometimes I try to imagine a world without birds and especially the sound of birds singing which is so comforting and uplifting especially when things feel
so heavy in the world. I love to sit on my screened porch and watch the birds coming to my bird feeder. Last week I had a giant hawk sit on the bird bath! Here is a photo of him or her!


Anyone know what type of hawk this is? I was really startled when I first caught a glimpse out of the corner of my eye. The morning light was beautiful and after sitting for quite awhile he headed up into the tree. I bet he makes the squirrels nervous!

Thursday, September 28, 2017

Norma Wilson Seascape Beach Coastal Living Waves Ocean Painting Ar



"Catch A Wave"

©Norma Wilson, original oil, 6" by 6"

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We are so lucky here in Virginia Beach to have warm enough temperatures to enjoy the beach way past Labor Day. When I lived at the beach, I saw may surfers hitting the waves up into November wearing wet suits. They were pretty hard core. I personally love walking on the beach listening to the sounds of the waves crashing on the shore. So peaceful. Happy Friday!



Tuesday, September 26, 2017

Norma Wilson Original Oil Sheep Animals Farmhouse Decor Painting Art



BAAAAAA!!!

© Norma Wilson, original oil, 8" by 10"

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Hoping your week is going well. My studio has been a beehive of activity with classes and lots of painting going on! That makes me very happy. This sheep looks very focused and in the moment.
I think that's one of the reasons I love animals. Staying present and appreciating the "NOW" comes
naturally to them. They help remind me to stay present. That's all we really have. 

Saturday, September 23, 2017

Norma Wilson Original Oil Pears Fruit Food Kitchen Dining Still Life Painting Art


"Pear Trio"

©Norma Wilson, original oil, 8" by 10"



There's something about pears that make them the perfect fruit to paint. There's an elegance about them. I loved the composition and that it contains my favorite color...red! Today was my day off from painting and it was the perfect do nothing day. I need those days sometimes. What do you like to do to relax?



Friday, September 22, 2017

Norma Wilson Original Oil Shorebirds Bird Seascape Coastal Decor Painting Art


"The Gathering"

© Norma Wilson, original oil, 8" by 10"

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I painted this group of birds before in a smaller format and just loved them so much, I had to paint them again. Hope you enjoy them and will visit them in my store by clicking the link above. Have a wonderful weekend!

Thursday, September 21, 2017

Norma Wilson Original Oil Sunflower And Apples Floral Flower Still Life Painting Art


Sunflowers And Green Apples

©Norma Wilson, oil on canvas, 11" by 14"




I have been so busy painting that my postings have been neglected. So if you want to see more of what I have been working on, please go to my eBay store. Hope your week has been going well. It's the weekend! Get out and do something fun. It is a great time of year to but some Mums for your porch and go for a drive. That is my plan! Thanks so much for visiting my site!