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ALL ITEMS SHOWN ARE FRAMED, HAND PAINTED ORIGINALS THAT WOULD COMPLIMENT ANY ROOM IN YOUR HOME OR OFFICE. ALL PIECES ARE FRAMED, LIGHT AND READY TO HANG!



SOFT TOUCH CREATIONS SHOPPE



HORSIN' AROUND



Painted in bright neon tones this seahorse graces the ocean fronds with a wisp of current fanning its colorful plumage. This acrylic original was painted on stretched canvas.


Dimensions: H11"X W14"X D1"

Framed H12.5 x W14.5 x D 1"

Price: $175.00





HANGIN' OUT



This juvenile orangutan was painted from a reference photo I took my last visit to the zoo. Just swinging there entertaining himself with a Ficus branch, this acrylic original was painted on wood cradle board.


Dimensions: H11"X W14"X D1"

Framed H12.5 x W14.5 x D 1"

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Now available for purchase at

Zoo Tampa at Lowry Park





ROGUE WAVE



Painted in bright blue tones my goal was to Create an image suggesting great power and movement of the ocean against the night sky. This original acrylic is painted on canvas board, framed and ready to hang in your home.


Dimensions: H11"X W8"X .25"

Framed H12 x W9 x D .5"

Price: $100.00





MY PLACE IN THE SUN



Painting the ocean has always been relaxing for me. This acrylic original was painted on wood cradle board ... My place in the sun was created for the ocean lover in all of us!


Dimensions: H11"X W14"X D1"

Framed H12.5 x W14.5 x D 1"

Price: $125.00





MORNING SOLITUDE



This is a place I've always visualized in my minds eye when meditating...sunrise...a new day, a new adventure with the peace and serenity of a babbling brooks with smells of wildflowers gently floating on a breeze.

Original acrylic on canvas board comes framed ready for hanging in your solarium!

​Dimensions: H8"X W10"X D.25"

Framed H14.25 x W17.25 x D 1"

Price: $195.00



Morning Solitude


RAINBOW FEATHER



I wanted to express in whimsical detail in colors of the spectrum using both neon and metallic colors on a deep blue background. Acrylic original painted on wood cradle board.


Dimensions: H8 x W8 x D1"

Framed: 9 x 9 x 1"

Price: $80.00





SMOOCH



Featuring a pair of reticulated giraffes native to the Horn of Africa. Different from other giraffe species by its coat, which consists of large, polygonal, block-like spots, which extend onto the lower legs. Painted on wood cradle board, this original acrylic is framed and ready to hang.


Dimensions: H8 x W8 x D.75"

Framed: 9 x 9 x .75 ​


Now available for purchase at

Zoo Tampa at Lowry Park*



LIONFISH



The lionfish while beautiful, they range in species and color. They are now considered an invasive species rapidly reproducing in the waters of the Atlantic particularly off the coasts of Florida. Beautiful in color and grace its spines are venomous. This acrylic is painted on wood cradle board.


Dimensions: H8 x W8 x D.75"

Framed: 9 x 9 x .75


​Now available for purchase at

Zoo Tampa at Lowry Park*



BEFORE I SLEEP



This blue and gold macaw is known for its distinctive blue green hood. This one is burrowing into his wing for a snooze. This acrylic is painted on wood cradle board and ready to hang.


Dimensions: H8 x W8 x D.75"

Framed: 9 x 9 x .75


​Now available for purchase at

Zoo Tampa at Lowry Park*



BLAZE OF POPPY



The color in this exotic bloom was what attracted me to create a splash of petals flowing into the distinctive center. The oriental poppy's petals are showy and may be almost any color but I was particularly attracted to the rich orange blaze set against the complimentary soft green center and petals. Acrylic on canvas.


Dimensions: H11 x W14 x D .75"

Framed: 15.5 x 12.5 x 1"

Price: $165.00





I'LL TAKE RED!



This was a painting I created inspired by a silk pillow I sold early in my career as an artist. I decided to recreate it in acrylic with acrylic glazes deepening the overall tone while contrasting a deep grey silver metallic background. Original acrylic painted on wood panel.


Dimensions: H15 x W17 x D .65"

Framed H16 x W18 x D 1"

$250.00





BLUE BY YOU



I love painting exotic florals and the blue nigella doesn't disappoint as one of my favorites. Its delicate petals are deep blue and purples offset by soft, yet thorny-looking leaves on a pale green and gold metallic background. Original acrylic painted on wood cradle board.

Dimensions: H11 x W14 x D1"

Framed Dimensions: H13.5xW15.5xD1.25" $165.00





MINNIE



This newborn bongo calf is Zoo Tampa's first birth in January of this year. This antelope is

a forest-dwelling and native to sub-Saharan Africa. Bongos are characterized by a striking reddish-brown coat, black and white markings, white-yellow stripes, and long slightly spiraled horns. Painted in acrylic on wood cradle board.


Dimensions: H14 x W11 x D.8"

Framed: H15 x W12 x D1"


Now available for purchase at Zoo Tampa at Lowry Park*




SOFT LANDING



Painting the moment of touchdown for this pelican was my personal joy. Since moving to Florida, the pelican has been a welcome sentinel flying in formation on our shores.

Here, flying solo I wanted to capture his

gracefulness landing on calm waters

touched by stormy blue skies.

Original acrylic on wood cradle board.


Dimensions: H20 x W16 x D1"

Framed: H21.5 x W17.5 x D1.5"

$ 250.00





CRUISIN' THE REEF



As a dive instructor one on my favorite subjects in marine life is the green sea turtle native to Florida's waters. This acrylic on wood panel is inspired by a photo taken while diving in Ft Lauderdale.


Dimensions: H14 x W11 x D.75"

Framed: H16.5 x W14 x D1"


Now available for purchase at

Zoo Tampa at Lowry Park*



GONE WITH THE WIND



The mustang is wild and feral wandering the mountains and plains of many states in northwest America. I've painted this with reference photos for subject perspective while using my imagination to create a windy background. Painted on wood panel.



Dimensions: W14" x H12" x D1"

Framed W17.75 x H14.25 x 1.25"

Price: $195.00





SAILBOATS AT SUNSET



Living in Florida, sailing is one of our favorite pastimes. This was a snapshot my husband caught that I found breathtaking, so I wanted to capture his image in acrylics.

Painted on canvas panel.


Dimensions: W8 x H10 x .35"

Framed Dimensions: W14" x H16" x D1.25" $150.00





ACCEPTANCE



Painted on wood cradle board this interpretation came to me as many in Florida are being victimized simply for being gay. I wanted to celebrate the image in more "heavenly" terms. I believe God created humanity and our gay community is an integral part of that!


Dimensions: H8 x W8 x D1"

Framed: H9 x W9 x D1"

Price: $80.00





RESTING TIGER



So often my imagination roams the African plains in search of honing my craft in capturing wildlife. And painting tigers, never disappoints. This acrylic original on canvas is framed and ready to hang or can be the perfect for a gift idea for that special someone!


Dimensions: H8"X W10"X D3/4"

Framed H9xW11xD3/4"


Now available for purchase at

Zoo Tampa at Lowry Park*​



TOGETHER FOREVER



The African elephant is the largest land animal in the kingdom and have strong familial ties, so I thought what would an elephant hug look like? Painted in acrylics on wood cradle board.

Dimensions: H14 x W11 x D.75"

Framed 15.5 x 12.5 x 1"


Now available for purchase at

Zoo Tampa at Lowry Park*



SPOONERY



The Roseate Spoonbill is a waterfowl found in mangroves and low lying marshes in Cuba and Florida spawning in community nests called spooneries. These chicks will remain in the nest for about 12-14 weeks before taking flight, but when nesting their monogamous parents will feed and protect them. Similar to flamingoes their color comes from their marine diet of shrimp.



Framed: 15.5 x 13.5 x 1.5"

​Now available for purchase at

Zoo Tampa at Lowry Park*



KOALAROO TOO



Koalas are a family favorite at Zoo Tampa. Often mistakenly referred to as a koala bear they are not a bear at all...much like the kangaroo, they are a marsupial, meaning they carry their young in a pouch with their newborn called a "joey". This original acrylic is painted on wood cradle board.


Dimensions: H14 x W11 x D.75"

Framed 15.5 x 12.5 x 1"


Now available for purchase at Zoo Tampa at Lowry Park*




BEAR IN THE WOODS



This framed silk was inspired by the black bears that roam the forests of Mount Rainier in Washington state. Painted with French inks and dyes on silk crepe and steam fixed to preserve its beauty. It is oak framed with a matte glass finish. Please allow extra time for shipping and handling,


Framed Dimensions: H20.75xW24.5xD2" Price: $475.00





WOOD CRADLE BOARD



These cradle wood boards are smoother by comparison to the wood planks and are light, durable yet easy and safe to hang on the wall with a simple brad nail. Each painting has a metal bracket affixed or wired for ease in hanging.



CUSTOM NAPKIN RINGS



This set of napkin rings are customized with a floral theme to showcase your dinner table. Each is hand painted on oak and embossed with gold leaf inside and triple coating outside protecting them for years of use. Can be ordered in sets of 4, 6, 8 or 12.

Please contact artist directly

for custom preferences

and delivery timeframe.

Dimensions of each: H 1.25" x W 2"

$10 each plus shipping



Seabirds, beach scenes and ocean images decorate your everyday table. A miniature painting on every ring. These napkin rings can be ordered in sets of 4, 6, 8 or 12. Each individually hand painted with a theme of your choice: holidays, seashore, florals or patterns. They make wonderful gifts for friends and family.

Please allow 2-4 weeks for

creation/delivery.




DON'T SEE WHAT YOU'RE LOOKING FOR?
I can customize a painting with a personalized saying, painted wooden cradle board or canvas for that special someone. You pick the animal or design, and I will go to work so that
you're delighted with the result!

*Several of the works shown are now on display and for sale at
Zoo Tampa of Lowry Park
located at 1101 West Sligh Ave
Tampa, FL 33604
with the majority of the proceeds going toward the care and conservation of the zoo's inhabitants.





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