Norma Wilson Original Oil Irish Cove Landscape Seascape Coastal Decor Painting Art

"Irish Cove"

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

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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!

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?

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!

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.

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!

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"

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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!

Norma Wilson Original Oil Cow Bovine Farm Animals Landscape Painting Art

Two Cow Girls!

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

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This little piece of these two bovine gals meeting at the fence is one of my all time favorites.I love their expression and softness. I want to paint them really large. That is always a little intimidating because you hope you can capture the same feeling. I will let you know how it goes! Have a wonderful day!

Norma Wilson Original Oil Hatteras Sunset Landscape Seascape Painting Art

"Hatteras Sunset"

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

My son visited Hatteras along the outer banks of North Carolina this past week and send me a text with a photo which said, "paint this mom!".  I wish I had been there to enjoy such a beautiful sunset!

When you think about the limited amount of sunrises and sunsets we all have in our lifetime, we should probably make it a point to spend that time watching them more often!  As I am not more of

a morning person, I think I have a better chance with sunsets! :-) Hope you enjoyed the Labor Day weekend. Mine was very relaxing and now I am excited about the week ahead with lots of commissions and paintings ahead! Thank you for stopping by!

Norma Wilson Original Oil Hydrangea Floral Flower Still Life Vase Painting Art

Hydrangea Delight

Absolutely my favorite flower and a challenge to paint! I am please with how this turned out and hope you like it too! This piece is now on auction on ebay. If you follow the link to the listing you can find more information. 

Norma Wilson Original Oil Beach Grass Seascape Coastal Living Decor Ocean Painting Art

Beyond The Beach Grass

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

More coastal fun! I love to watch the beach grass wave with the breeze and beckon

you on to the water. Hope your week is going well!

Norma Wilson Original Oil Beachscape Coastal Living Decor Seascape Painting Art

"Beachscape"

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© Norma Wilson, original oil on canvas 6" by 6"

So much fun with all the coastal themed paintings of late! Those doing the bidding seem to like them too.  If you can't be on the beach, it's nice to be reminded of it! Happy Thursday. It's almost the weekend!

Norma Wilson Original Oil Poppy Flower Floral Red Painting Art

"Dance Of The Poppies"

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


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LOVE these red flowers and had such fun painting them! Hope your day is a happy one! The weekend if almost here!

Norma Wilson Original Oil Irish Cow Cattle Bovine Farmhouse Decor Portrait Painting Art

Bovine Beauty

© Norma Wilson, original oil on canvas 6" by 6"

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This young cow lives on a farm in Valentia. My friend, Barbara, lives there part of the year and took her photo. She knows of my love of cows and shared her with me when she returned. She looks so sweet and soft and I long to visit Ireland again one day so I can see these sweet cows in their beautiful setting. 

Norma Wilson Original Oil Wildlife Chickadee Bird Avian Painting Art

"Sweet Chickadee"

© Norma Wilson, original oil on canvas 6" by 6"


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Hoping my new bird seed and feeder will bring some of these sweet birds into my yard.

Hope your week if off to a good start!

Norma Wilson Original Oil Figurative Man Cafe Scene Painting Art

"Afternoon Siesta"

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


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I was drawn to this man who appears to be resting in the sunshine perhaps waiting for his waitress to come take his order. One of my favorite things to do is dine outside at a sidewalk cafe and linger to chat and take in the beauty of the day.

Norma Wilson Original Pastel English Robin Bird Painting

"Ready For Take Off!"

 © Norma Wilson, original pastel on canvas  5" by 7"

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It has been at least ten years since I broke out my pastels and decided to paint with them.  Early on in my art career, I painted exclusively in pastel.  When I started painting in oils, I decided to devote my time to learning and growing as an oil painter and then made several moves that afforded me less space to work in several mediums.  I stuck to acrylic and oil. Now that I am home to my house in Chesapeake, I can spread out and have plenty of room! So I set up a pastel room. Below is the block in stage on a pastel board. I like to get some base colors that I see established and build from there. Usually after the main colors are in, I begin to work the darks more building up from there in a back and forth way adding in nuances of color and adjusting my drawing as needed.  It was amazing how comfortable I felt after being away from pastels so long.

I am excited to do more this week. As you can see, I had more than a few pastels 

just waiting for me to dive back in!

Norma Wilson Original Oil Cow Cattle Bovine Farm Animals Portrait Painting Art

In The Mooment

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

Another busy week has come to an end already.  I have been having so much fun working

on some new small works in oil and yesterday, I broke out my pastels after about a ten year

hiatus! It felt like I never stopped.  I know there is much to catch up on in the pastel world...

new papers and supports and I am sure new pastel manufacturers. Tomorrow, I will share

my efforts and supplies.  Another effort this week was painting acrylic pet portraits on clear Christmas ornaments.  If you'd like more information on how to commission your pet on an

ornament, send me an email at normasfineart@gmail.com. Here is an example.

Norma Wilson Original Oil Sea Gull Bird Seascape Coastal Decor Painting Art

By The Sea

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

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I love to paint these small up close and personal portraits of nature's creatures. This fella seems to be

taking it all in and in the moment. As life gets more distracting for us humans, it is refreshing to spend time in the presence of birds and animals who can help bring us back to the beauty of "now".

Norma Wilson Original Oil Baby Chick Chicken Farm Animal Portrait Painting Art

"One Chick"

                                             © Norma Wilson, original acrylic on canvas 6" by 6"

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Have an awesome day!