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Two-gether ~ Fox Loves

Christina Smith — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 20:42:48 +0000

The ‘Two-gether’ Valentine’s series was inspired by a curiosity of animals that mate for life. I wanted to express the qualities of the bonded pair within their partnership – love, support, sharing the work of life tasks, appreciation, care. This series has been such a pleasure to create, learning about these animal pairs and looking at lots of lovely pictures to bring together the perfect image…

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Two-gether ~ Hummingbird Loves

Christina Smith — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 20:14:50 +0000

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Bee-Loved & Dahlia

Christina Smith — Tue, 08 Apr 2025 17:52:20 +0000

I’ve discovered a new creative process which I am loving! I have been enjoying taking close up photographs of the bees on the flowers in my garden, then painting this zoomed in, expanded image. I love everything about this process! I love the bees. I love the flowers. I love being in the garden. I love getting really still to observe the bees in action. And I am really enjoying the stillness while…

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Winter Moon

Christina Smith — Mon, 27 Nov 2023 20:52:35 +0000

In this enchanting winter scene, the majestic white owl soars gracefully across the full moon sky. The moon, adorned with a delicate snowflake impression, casts a soft, ethereal glow as snowflakes gently descend, capturing the quiet beauty of the winter night. An invitation for you to immerse yourself in the serene magic of the season. The original water mixable oil on canvas painting is 20″x 24″

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Raven’s Gift

Christina Smith — Mon, 27 Nov 2023 20:33:54 +0000

In response to a request for winter themed cards for gifting, this playful, intelligent, magical creature came to mind. Perched in the tall pine trees overlooking the snowy forest valley below, Raven delicately grasps a single snowflake in it’s beak, adding a whimsical element to the scene. The subtle play of light contrasted with the ebony feathers of Raven, captures the tranquil magic of the…

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Messenger

Christina Smith — Mon, 27 Nov 2023 20:15:10 +0000

Inspired by an encounter with Coyote on a winter river walk. I looked up to see Coyote standing at the edge of the forest across the field from me. She stood there for a long time and we watched each other. The moment felt very still & present & focused. This meeting made an impression on me as I got to witness the nature of Coyote and I felt blessed by the experience. The original water mixable…

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Majestic

Christina Smith — Tue, 23 May 2023 20:16:23 +0000

‘Majestic’ was inspired over time with getting to see the herd of elk in my rural neighbourhood. They seem like gentle giants, grazing peacefully in the grassy fields together. I got to experience these animals close up when I put alfalfa on my garden as an autumn mulch. Oops. They smelled that beautiful grass and came to visit all winter. When you see them at the side of the road…

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Journey Through the Dreamtime

Christina Smith — Tue, 23 May 2023 18:45:34 +0000

Journey through the Dreamtime’ was inspired by the first green growth of Spring. I’m always appreciating the Divine intelligence reflected through nature and the power of the life force to burst forth and thrive. I was inspired to create an image for a dad gift and I thought of Bear. Strong and gentle. I love the journey of the painting unfolding from one idea into a whole world, step by step.

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Of Ether Sticker

Christina Smith — Wed, 21 Sep 2022 21:13:52 +0000

From a series of elemental dragon paintings, exploring the sense of each element through the character of the dragon. Ether is described as the most elusive, most essential, purest and most perfect element; it is subtle and yet powerful … The original painting is 16″ x 20″, water mixable oil paint on canvas. The ‘Of Ether’ sticker is matte vinyl, weather proof, 3.25″ diameter with eco-veggie…

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Of Earth Sticker

Christina Smith — Wed, 21 Sep 2022 21:03:25 +0000

From a series of elemental dragon paintings, exploring the sense of each element through the character of the dragon. The element of Earth – grounded, slow, patient, persistent, sensual. The original painting is 16″ x 20″, water mixable oil paint on canvas. The ‘Of Earth’sticker is matte vinyl, weather proof, 3.25″ diameter, with eco-veggie inks.

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