Work samples
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Zion Court of the PatriarchsOne of the iconic locations at Zion National Park painted in acrylic and collage on 18 x 24 wood panel.Available for Purchase -
Worn SmoothThe abstract patterning of the rock formations at the beach inspired this painting in acrylic on 14 x 11 inch panel.Available for Purchase -
SplashThe best part of a day at the beach for this boy is being splashed by a big wave. Acrylic on 12 inch x 12 inch wood panel.Available for Purchase -
Balancing ActThe challenges of resisting the forces that try to weigh us down. Acrylic on 12 x 12 wood panel.Available for Purchase
About Sharon
I paint in watercolor and acrylic on paper and wood panels. I love watercolor because it combines luminosity with soft edges and unpredictable results. My acrylic paintings have many layers, textural effects and collage elements. I find the space between representational and purely abstract images most compelling. My subject matter varies based on what I find intriguing and challenging.
My most recent explorations have been in two series. The first series includes views of National… more
National Parks
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Approach to the Narrows- Zion National ParkThe Narrows is an iconic location in Zion National Park that is a tight space between high canyon walls and accessed by walking in the river. This view from the end of the trail was painted in acrylic and collage on 14 inch by 18 inch wood panel.Available for Purchase -
Court of the Patriarchs - Zion National ParkThe Court of the Patriarchs area of Zion National Park includes the view of three mountains, two of which are shown in this painting. Acrylic and collage on 18 inch by 24 inch wood panel.Available for Purchase -
Lower Emerald Pool - ZionWater from above cascades down to the lower Emerald Pool at Zion National Park. A slippery trail takes you below the waterfall and angled rock wall and around the pool. This view from the edge of the pool shows the waterfall and the distant mountain. Acrylic and collage on 24 inch x 18 inch wood panel.Available for Purchase -
Grand Canyon MorningA morning view seen on our hike from Hermit's Rest back to the Grand Canyon Village. I tried to capture the range of colors and a sense of the enormous distance of the Grand Canyon in this painting. Watercolor on panel 24 inches high by 36 inches wide.Available for Purchase -
Grand Canyon Lookout StudioThe Lookout Studio was built along the South Rim of the Grand Canyon in 1914. Standing on the terrace allows for great views and helps you feel more a part of the Canyon. Watercolor on 24 inch x 36 inch panel.Available for Purchase -
Mighty Colorado - Grand CanyonThe mighty Colorado River carved the Grand Canyon. From a distance as in this view, the river seems a slight blue ribbon that hides its power. The Grand Canyon ecosystem has been damaged by the pressures on the river by development and reduction in water. Acrylic on 18 inch high by 24 inch wide wood panel.Available for Purchase -
Navajo Loop Trail View - Bryce CanyonThese trails take you into the magical rock formations (hoodoos) of Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah. Acrylic on 24 inch by 18 inch wood panel.Available for Purchase -
Bryce Canyon - Swamp CanyonThe foreground tree invites your view into this section of Bryce Canyon National Park called Swamp Canyon. The rock formations called hoodoos are a dramatic characteristic of Bryce Canyon in Utah. Acrylic and collage on 18 inch x 24 inch wood panel.Available for Purchase -
Natural Bridge - Bryce CanyonNatural Bridge is one of the most unique rock formations at Bryce Canyon National Park. Acrylic and collage on 14 inch by 11 inch wood panel.Available for Purchase -
Blue HavenSawyer Glacier is at the end of Tracy Arm Fjord near Juneau, Alaska. We were fortunate to be there in June when harbor seals arrive to give birth and nurse the pups here since it is a safer place for them. Watercolor on paper 14.25 by 14.25 inches. Matted and framed to 18 inches by 18 inches.Available for Purchase
Challenges
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Balancing ActForces are trying to upset the balance of the figure but she stays standing. Acrylic on wood panel 12 inch by 12 inch.Available for Purchase -
AirborneSometimes the dangers are airborne. One of the series referencing the four horsemen of the apocalypse. Watercolor on paper mounted to 14 inch by 11 inch wood panel.Available for Purchase -
Cosmic OutlookLooking up at the sky can give perspective in the midst of our problems. Acrylic and collage on 12 inch by 12 inch wood panel. -
ConflagrationEscape from the fire may not be possible. A reference to one of the four horses of the apocalypse. Watercolor on paper affixed to 11 inch by 14 inch wood panel.Available for Purchase -
Hanging by a ThreadTenuous threads create the only connections here. Perhaps they will hold despite the frays. Acrylic and collage on 12 inch by 12 inch wood panel.Available for Purchase -
MaelstromFloods and whirlpools creating a force that is impossible to resist. What will our future hold? Part of the series referencing the four horsemen of the apocalypse. Acrylic and collage on 12 by 12 inch wood panel.Available for Purchase -
January 6 2021United States Capitol image on that fateful heartbreaking day. Watercolor and gouache on paper mounted on 18 inch by 14 inch wood panel.Available for Purchase -
RiftsRifts and cracks have splintered us apart from one another. Can we repair them? Acrylic and collage on 12 inch by 12 inch wood panel.Available for Purchase -
UnravelingAbstract expression of unraveling the ties that bind and also the attempt to work out or unravel the meaning. Acrylic on 12 inch by 12 inch wood panel.Available for Purchase -
Fire in the ValleyAbstract depiction of the power of fire to change a landscape. Acrylic and collage on 12 inch by 12 inch wood panel.Available for Purchase
Natural Impulse
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Snow DayThe first day with enough snow brings out the kids with sleds even on this small hill. Watercolor 14 x 18 inch image on paper mounted on 16 x 20 inch green painted deep cradled wood panel, wax finish.Available for Purchase -
SplashThe best part of a trip to the beach is being splashed by a big wave. Acrylic on 12 x 12 panel.Available for Purchase -
Sticks on the BeachThe driftwood piled on this beach has many options for this child to find the perfect sticks. Watercolor on Paper 11 x 14 inch.Available for Purchase -
Creek CrossingA downed tree still leaves a rocky path across a creek at the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden. Watercolor on paper mounted on 14 x 11 inch wood panel.Available for Purchase -
Snow in SummerHiking above Mount Roberts in Juneau Alaska, you can reach snow even in the summer - at least most years. These cousins started a snowball fight after they got to the snow. Acrylic and collage on 12 x 12 inch panel.Available for Purchase -
Rock ClimberThe rocks are there so they should be climbed. Acrylic and collage on 12 x 12 wood panel.Available for Purchase -
Surfer in OceansideIt is so hard to leave when the waves still call. But the darkness is coming so this surfer reluctantly heads away after one last look. Watercolor on paper mounted on 18 x 14 inch wood panelAvailable for Purchase -
Let's Go GirlLearning to ride a favorite horse- what could be better. Watercolor on 10 x 13 inch paper.Available for Purchase -
Nugget FallsThe rushing waters of Nugget Falls empty into Mendenhall Lake and dwarf the figures walking on the trail in Juneau Alaska. Acrylic and collage on 12 x 12 inch wood panel.Available for Purchase
Water
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Glacier in Kenai Fjords National ParkThe massive glacier makes the boat appear very small in this view of the Holgate glacier in Kenai Fjords National Park in Alaska. Acrylic and collage on 12 inch by 12 inch wood panel. -
Spring ThawCracking ice reveals the depths below in this abstract image. Acrylic and collage on 12 inch by 12 inch wood panel. -
Sea WindStorm tossed seas in an abstract mix of blues. Acrylic on 12 inch by 12 inch wood panel. -
RefreshA waterfall in the woods after a rain. Acrylic on wood panel 12 inches by 12 inches. In maple floater fame. -
Rapids at Savage TrailAfter this bend, the river disappears into the the shadows of the trees. Watercolor on paper mounted on wood panel 14 inches by 11 inches in black floater frame. -
Inlet at Peggy's CoveBoat pulled up for repair in an inlet in Peggy's Cove in Nova Scotia. I loved the pattern of the buildings stepping down to the water almost as much as the beautiful water and boat. -
Snowy PairThe benches are close together but there are no occupants on this snowy day. The beech trees still have their tan leaves but not for much longer. Watercolor on paper 12 inches by 9 inches with black mat and frame 18 inches by 14 inches.
Figures
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Forest SpiritThe abstract green background reflects her love of the forest and the creatures. Watercolor on paper 14 inch by 11 inch matted and framed to 20 inch by 16 inch. -
TendernessShe holds her pet guinea pig tenderly as we should also approach her. Watercolor on paper 18 inch by 14 inch matted and framed. -
Cloud Forest JewelsA visit to the cloud forest in the mountains of a Costa Rica included a stop at a hummingbird garden where the hummers came out and would sit on your hand. An amazing experience! Watercolor on paper 14 inch by 18 inch matted and framed to 18 by 24. -
Don't Fence Me InThe sun on your back and feeling of freedom can't be stopped by fences. Watercolor on paper 18 inch by 14 inch matted and framed to 24 by 18.Available for Purchase -
Fall ColorThe simple pleasure of talking to your friend outside school in the fall was missing for a long time during the pandemic. Here the tree's brilliance matches the yellow of the school buses arriving to pick up students.Available for Purchase -
Hey ThereIt helps to make a friend on a long bus ride through Virginia. Watercolor on paper 13 by 17 inch matted and framed to 18 by 24 inches.Available for Purchase -
Linda L Singh: Major General, Mother, MentorLinda L. Singh was the first woman and person of color to command the Maryland National Guard. She served for 30 years in the military while raising her two daughters and working several other jobs. While Adjutant General, her entire command team was women. Painting exhibited as part of the Visionary Women exhibit at Columbia Art Center. Her military ribbons are shown on a blue stripe on the right side of the metallic gold background. Watercolor on paper 14 by 18 inches matted and framed to 18 by 24 inches.Available for Purchase -
Making Keys Since 1925A visit to Zeskinds Hardware in Baltimore prompted this painting of the historic interior and keys still being cut for a customer. Keys for your home and some suggestions for keys to life are included. Watercolor on paper 18 by 14 inches matted and framed to 24 by 18 inches.Available for Purchase -
Stop on the TrailA man rests on a rock along the Patuxent River on a sunny day. Watercolor on paper 18 by 14 inches matted and framed to 24 by 18 inches. -
Keeping UpDespite her shorter legs, the daughter is determined to keep up with her mom. Acrylic on 12 inch by 12 inch wood panel.
