Trinity

Trinity, 7x5" oil on gesso panel
©Helen C Read

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It is said that the Iris symbolizes wisdom, hope, trust, and also the Trinity.
 They are a hardy flower, and sometimes bloom in unexpected places.  As a child, living on a ranch in northern Texas, I remember finding a stand of purple iris in bloom in a distant pasture.  It had once been the site of a homestead, now just a chimney remaining, some 40 years or more burned down. Yet, the iris flowers continued to faithfully bloom.  A lovely surprise amidst dust and rocks, scrub and cactus.

Where Woods and Marsh Meet - Watercolor landscape

 

 Lincoln Marsh Woods
5.5 x 7.5" watercolor on paper
Matted in White for an 8x10" frame
© Helen Read

This is a very intriguing place in a nearby forest preserve.  Just to the left side is where the marsh takes over - long cat tails that rise up and dance in the wind.  And a somewhat foreboding woods that leans over toward the marsh on the right side.  I am drawn back to this spot many times hiking and sketching... I love the tall trees as they seem to reach toward the wetlands.  

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Available framed or unframed.
Shown in solid wood frame with cherry finish

Spring Symphony ~ Tulips

 

Spring Symphony, 20x20" oil on canvas
©HelenRead 

Bright, bold colors that seem to sing a song of praise in springtime!
This 20x20" painting is painted around the sides, but could also be framed. 

(For proportion - seen in a living room)
 

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Sunflowers ~ For Relief in Ukraine!

 Sunflowers

I, like so many who love freedom, have been distressed by the world events centered in Ukraine.
It's been heartbreaking to see the suffering, the flight in fear, and now the many refugees who have had to flee their homes and lives because of brutal injustice.  

How can I help, so far away - not knowing anyone there - yet knowing there are needs. 

But, there are opportunities to give for relief to those who have left everything behind, to help provide food and shelter and comfort to families uprooted and without resources.

By selling these sunflower paintings, I will gladly give all the profits to provide for that help. Click the links below to be taken to the sales page, and besides receiving a beautiful painting, you'll also be helping those so much in need!  

Sunflowers for Ukraine!

 

Sunflowers in a Blue Vase
5x7" oil on panel (framed or unframed)

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Windowsill Sunshine,

12x9" oil on canvas (framed or unframed) 

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 Sun Dancers
7.5 x 5.5" watercolor on paper
(matted for 8x10" frame)
framed or unframed

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 Withered Beauty

15x15" watercolor on paper 
(matted in white for 20x20" frame ~ sold unframed) 

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 Domestic shipping is included on all sales!
IL residents please add 8% sales tax.

Bird Songs of Springtime

 

 

 

Spring is on it's way!  And after the long siege of winter, it is most welcome.
These 2 song birds are spring's song!  

Each painting measures 4x4" and is painted with oil paint on a panel. 

They are ready to frame or place on a small easel for display.

When purchased together, and shipped to the same address, receive a discount! 
Click here for a convenient purchase link for both.

Domestic shipping is included! IL residents please add 8% sales tax.

 

OR

Each may be purchased individually. 
Each will bright a bright spot of cheery color to your home. 

Spring Song
4x4" oil on panel
(ready to frame or display on a small easel)

Convenient purchase link for Spring Song
(Domestic Shipping is included, IL residents please add 8% sales tax)

Bright Plumage
4x4" oil on panel
(ready to frame or display on a small easel)

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