Africa Commission

11x14" oil on canvas

This is my newest painting from my experiences in Africa.  While in the villages, we kept our cameras in our bags unless we could ask someone for permission to photograph them.  One afternoon, we did have an hour in the market of Kwaggafontein with the freedom to photograph everyone and everything of interest to us.  The photo of this young shopkeeper was taken across the street from her with my zoom lens.  It's obvious from her posture and expression that her business didn't welcome any "monkey business."   I wanted to capture her youthful beauty and strength. 

To read a bit about my trip, and see all of the resulting paintings, please visit my blog  Painting By Heart

"Home from School", Colorado Artist Julie Kirkland, Contemporary Realism Paintings, Daily Paintings

Walking down a busy street in Paris, I caught a glimpse of this very charming scene. A little girl was arriving home from preschool and her father was at the open door welcoming her home. I plan to paint a larger version including the father; he just didn't fit on this little canvas! This framed 3 x 4" oil painting is a little jewel and can be purchased for $80, tax and shipping included. Contact me at info@juliekirkland.com
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