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 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!

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"

©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 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. 

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 Seascape Rocky Beach Coastal Decor Living Painting Art

"Rocky Beach"

©Norma Wilson, original oil, 8"by 10"

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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 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 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 Sea Gull Bird Ocean Seascape Coastal Decor Painting Art

"Grounded!"

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


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Back to oils for this piece. But may try doing one in pastels soon to see how they compare. One thing for sure is that it is all fun. This weekend I had a great time with family, spending time with my sons and daughter-in-law.  The weather here in Virginia was heavenly yesterday with temperatures in the low 80's and a nice breeze! Time to head to the ocean and spend some time with some seagulls! Have a wonderful 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 White Owl Bird Aviary Barn Animal Wildlife Painting Art

White Owl

 © Norma Wilson, original oil on canvas  9" by 12"

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I loved the softness of this white owl so decided to play that up with a soft white background as well. I am very pleased. Those eyes look so endearing but I bet a mouse would NOT agree! 

Norma Wilson Original Oil English Robin Bird Painting Aviary Wildlife Portrait Art

"English Robin"

They just make me smile. My favorite bird to paint! Hope life gives you many reasons to smile today!

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

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Norma Wilson Original Oil Bird Seascape Coastal Decor Marsh Painting Art

"Morning Catch"

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

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Back, after another trip to the Apple store with my computer. My cursor was going crazy with a mind of its own. It needed a new trackpad and seems to be behaving now. So this piece was actually posted to eBay a couple of days ago. Hope your week has been a good one. And now the holiday weekend is here. Stay safe!