He's So Vain - Peacock Paintng by Deb Kirkeeide

He's So Vain

8x8 Oil on Gesso Panel

$165 Purchase here.

©2015 Deb Kirkeeide. 

While in Salt Lake City recently, I spent some time at the Tracy Aviary getting my bird fix.

As we walked the grounds, we crossed paths with this roaming peacock. He really did seem to give the impression that he knew he was really quite stunning. 

If you are ever in the SLC area be sure to check the aviary out. It's really quite nice and informative.

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"Nevermore" raven painting by Deb Kirkeeide

"Nevermore"

14 x 18 Oil

©2013 Deb Kirkeeide

A little something in the spirit All Hallows Eve....

The original concept for this raven painting was quite different! Halfway into the process, I was less than thrilled with the results and was about ready to offer it up to the powers that be. After taking a break to think about it I decided to just let loose and quit thinking about it so much. I figure I had nothing to lose. This is the result. It's gritty, energetic and a bit mystical. And I like that.

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Reflections in Verdigris

Reflections in Verdigris

16 x 12 Oil  $750 Purchase Here

As beauty stands silent - 

reflections in verdigris

dance lightly on water

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A Little Birdy Told Me

A Little Birdy Told Me

6 x 8 Oil

©2013 Deb Kirkeeide

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Grace - swan painting

Grace

15 x 18.5 Oil
$695 unframed

©2012 Deb Kirkeeide

I reworked this piece from an earlier version. I just had to try something else with it - though I admit I can't quite point out what I did. Some warmer colors in the feathers, more paint texture and I cropped the original composition a bit.

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Whooo's Down there?

Whooo's Down There?

8x8 Oil on Linen Panel

$195 

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©2012 Deb Kirkeeide

A pretty little Barn Owl. I love these owls! They don't make Minnesota their home so I have only seen them at an aviary.

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Red Breasted Show Off - Robin painting by Deb Kirkeeide

Red breasted showoff

sings among the branches bare

I sip my coffee

©2012 Deb Kirkeeide

There are many early mornings when I sit on my porch with my coffee listening to the birds greet the day. With so many already gone, the mornings are pretty quiet. In either case I find it very inspiring to sit in the quiet of morning and listen to nature.

I've had it in my mind to write Haiku to go along with my paintings. Should be easy right, Deb?
Not so much. But maybe if I keep practicing it will get easier. This was my first attempt.

I so admire writers.

Enjoy the day!

Red Breasted Show Off

11 x 8 Oil
$360
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Swan Study

Swan Study

6x6 oil
©2011 Deb Kirkeeide

 I've had lots of projects going on but I've managed to get some painting as well. This little one is a study for a larger one coming up. Hopefully soon.

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Lesson Time! - Wood Duck painting

Lesson Time

Triptych

8x8 oil 

©2011 Deb Kirkeeide. All rights reserved.

I was out painting one day and spotted this little wood duck family. I originally saw  mom and one duckling but as I  moved  closer to take some pictures she swam out and revealed the rest sitting on the log. "Lesson number one, my little ones - stay away from the woman with the camera!"

 Mom

8x8

 Eyes to the Front

8x8

 

 Wait for me!

8x8

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