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?

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 Donkey Mule Equine Animal Portrait Painting Art

"Donkey Approach"

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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! 😊  

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

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 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!

Norma Wilson Original Oil Seagull Shorebird Bird Avian Seascape Painting Art

"Gull Watch"

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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 Autumn Road Landscape Trees Foliage Nature Paintings Art

"Autumn Woods"

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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?

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

"Sacred Lotus"

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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 Chiffchaff Songbird Aviary Wildlife Painting Art

"Chiffchaff Songbird"

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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!

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!

Norma Wilson Original Oil Sheep Animals Farmhouse Decor Painting Art

BAAAAAA!!!

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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. 

Norma Wilson Original Oil Shorebirds Bird Seascape Coastal Decor Painting Art

"The Gathering"

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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 Seascape Rocky Beach Coastal Decor Living Painting Art

"Rocky Beach"

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This scene reminds me of the beaches we saw out in California when we lived in San Diego and also up in Rhode Island. This piece was so much fun to paint. I am enjoying these coastal scenes. Yesterday my nephew and I took a walk along the boardwalk here in Virginia Beach and the weather was gorgeous! It was hard to believe that mother nature was playing havoc to our south! Hope wherever you live that your week is going well. Thank you for taking the time to visit my blog!

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 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!

Painting #31 of Thirty Dogs And A Cat In Thirty One Days Challenge

                                                                   Weimaraner

                                      © Norma Wilson, original oil on canvas 12"by 12"

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   Weimaraner Dogs are also known as Silver or Gray Ghost. They originated in Germany in the 1800's and were bred from pointing breeds, bloodhounds, and mastiffs. They were bred to be hunters and have a distinctive grey color. Dwight D. Eisenhower owned a Weimaraner.  They look so soft and regal too. I also read that they are very smart and need lots of exercise. 

    I have come to the end of my challenge and it has been a grand adventure meeting new furry friends on my easel, sharing on Facebook, and finding new collectors. Thank you to everyone who

participated. Time to schedule my massage and pop open some champagne! Hope you have something fun planned for the weekend!

Painting #30 of Thirty Dogs And A Cat Challenge

Cavalier King Charles Springer Spaniel

 © Norma Wilson, original oil on canvas 12"by 12"

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       I just fell in love with this snaggle toothed cutie. Wonder if she has spied a bird outside the window? Or perhaps she is just wondering when it will be time for dinner. On the eve of finishing my challenge, I am wondering if I will be sad. Kind of like when Christmas comes and goes and while, and you might be tired from all the preparations, but you kind of miss the anticipation. For thirty one days, I have known my mission and get such a kick out of ending up with a new pair of eyes looking back at me in the evening. And the comments and support on Facebook have been great too! So, after I have a couple of days to nap and catch up on the rest of my life, I hope you will send me more pets to paint...because I really LOVE doing it!