vertical paintings Archives - Teresa Bernard Oil Paintings

April 16, 2024April 16, 2024

Swallowtail Butterfly Caterpillar

A Swallowtail Butterfly Caterpillar (Papilio Machaon Caterpillar) climbs its way up a flower in this small canvas painting. The bright colors in this artwork are eye-catching and sure to liven up any space.

swallowtail caterpillar painting — Swallowtail Butterfly (Papilio Machaon) Caterpillar © Copyright 2022 – Present

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Title: Swallowtail Butterfly Caterpillar
Size: 6″ w x 8″ h
Canvas Type: Gallery Wrap Stretched Canvas
Frame: Unframed; Ready to Hang
Signed: On the front 
COA: Signed Certificate of Authenticity

A one-of-a-kind insect art painting of the Papilio Machaon Caterpillar (commonly known as the Swallowtail Butterfly Caterpillar). The yellow and black striped caterpillar wiggles and climbs its way up a stalk of Queen Ann’s Lace. Hand-painted and signed in the lower left corner on high-quality 6×8 inch canvas by insect artist Teresa Bernard.

Swallowtail Butterfly Caterpillar is a smaller artwork painted by hand on premium gallery wrap canvas. Its scaled-down size makes it ideal for locations that are cramped or constrained. Because the composition wraps around the edges of the canvas, it does not need to be framed before being displayed. However, if you choose to have it framed, it will look fantastic. Upon purchase, this insect oil painting is accompanied by an official Certificate of Authenticity (COA).

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Artist Comments

I saw this little caterpillar one day and thought it would be a fun painting to do. Its colorful stripes and long body is what caught my attention. Someday soon this little insect will transform into a beautiful Swallowtail Butterfly.

Some Interesting Facts about Caterpillars

Are caterpillars insects?
Yes. Caterpillars, like their parent butterflies or moths, are insects. The caterpillar’s only job is to eat. It can grow and expand its size more than 1,000 times while eating before metamorphosing into a moth or butterfly.

Caterpillars have twelve eyes.
A caterpillar has twelve tiny eyes called stemmata; six on each side of its head. One would think that a creature with so many eyes would have excellent vision, but not in this case. Their tiny eyes only aid in distinguishing between light and dark.

Caterpillars have a huge number of muscles in their bodies.
The muscles in a caterpillar far outnumber those in humans. A caterpillar has 4,000 muscles, while humans have 650. They rely on these muscles to move because they do not have any bones inside them.

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“It’s really beautiful. Mother Nature had transforming animals before it was cool.” — @TheKeyofB, Gab

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April 15, 2024April 15, 2024

Song of The Trees

A large landscape painting with pine trees and a thick forest. This artwork is ideal for adorning wide-open wall spaces.

tree painting — Song of The Trees © Copyright 2023 – Present

$600

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Title: Song of The Trees
Size: 24″ w x 36″ h
Canvas Type: Gallery Wrap Stretched Canvas
Frame: Unframed; Ready to Hang
Signed: On the front 
COA: Signed Certificate of Authenticity 
Series: Part of the Tree Series

A large one-of-a-kind painting depicting trees in a dense forest. The fog lingers in the background forest with a blue sky off in the distance. Teresa Bernard, an artist whose specialty is oil paintings, signs this piece in the lower left corner.

This trees canvas painting is painted by hand on gallery-wrapped stretched canvas. It doesn’t require a frame before display because the composition stretches around the sides of the canvas giving it a trendy look. But if framing is more your style, Song of The Trees is sure to enhance the aesthetic appeal of your home, office, or anyplace it may be seen and appreciated. This large-scale art piece comes with a custom Certificate of Authenticity (COA).

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Artist Comments

I love trees! They are beneficial to our environment and well-being. Not to mention they have such a calming effect and are so beautiful. So I thought I would share a favorite poem about trees. The title of this painting was inspired by a poem.

A Favorite Poem About Trees

Song of the Trees

by Mary Colborne-Veel

We are the Trees.
Our dark and leafy glade
Bands the bright earth with softer mysteries.
Beneath us changed and tamed the seasons run:
In burning zones, we build against the sun
Long centuries of shade.

We are the Trees,
Who grow for man’s desire,
Heat in our faithful hearts, and fruits that please.
Dwelling beneath our tents, he lightly gains
The few sufficiencies his life attains—
Shelter, and food, and fire.

We are the Trees
That by great waters stand,
By rills that murmur to our murmuring bees.
And where, in tracts all desolate and waste,
The palm-foot stays, man follows on, to taste
Springs in the desert sand.

We are the Trees
Who travel where he goes
Over the vast, inhuman, wandering seas.
His tutors we, in that adventure brave—
He launched with us upon the untried wave,
And now its mastery knows.

We are the Trees
Who bear him company
In life and death. His happy sylvan ease
He wins through us; through us, his cities spread
That like a forest guard his unfenced head
’Gainst storm and bitter sky.

We are the Trees.
On us the dying rest
Their strange, sad eyes, in farewell messages.
And we, his comrades still, since earth began,
Wave mournful boughs above the grave of man,
And coffin his cold breast.

This poem is in the public domain.

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“I really do like it. What catches my eye is the brightness of the color you used sparingly to accent the leaves which draws the eyes around the entire painting. Not sure if that makes sense, but what I’m describing is a good thing. Well-done. :)” — @Who_Killed_SethRich, Gab

“Lovely. Just came back from rural Central Pennsylvania and this reminds me of the beauty we experienced there. ” — @Tglock34, TRUTH Social

“Beautiful work! Great atmosphere in this piece.” — @Inthehollow, Gab

“I don’t know how you make those trees so life-like, I can almost feel the breeze and smell them. Great work.” — @GrammaLiza, TRUTH Social

“This really catches my eye…excellent work.” — @Choctaw1, Gab

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April 14, 2024April 14, 2024

Reaching for The Stars

An original oil painting depicting an American space shuttle entering Earth’s orbit. This painting will make an ideal gift for the amateur astronomer or supporter of the United States Space Program.

space shuttle painting — Reaching for The Stars © Copyright 2022 – Present

$280

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Title: Reaching for The Stars
Size: 12″ w x 16″ h
Canvas Type: Gallery Wrap Stretched Canvas
Frame: Unframed; Ready to Hang
Signed: On the front 
COA: Signed Certificate of Authenticity

An original painting of a U.S. space shuttle as it enters orbit over the Earth. The curvature of the Earth is visible beneath the shuttle, as the sun begins to rise and cast its rays. The moon rests among the stars of the Milky Way above.

Teresa Bernard, a renowned artist known for her oil paintings, has signed the artwork signed in lower left corner. Reaching for The Stars is hand-painted on gallery wrap stretched canvas and is ready for display with or without a frame. Upon purchase, this USA space program oil painting is accompanied by an official Certificate of Authenticity (COA).

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Artist Comments

I’m a huge supporter of the United States Space Program, both the military and civilian branches, and this painting is a tribute to them. I love traveling to new places, and for me, outer space would be the ultimate adventure in this physical universe.

About the U.S. Space Shuttle

The Space Shuttle is a retired spacecraft system operated by NASA from 1981 to 2011 as part of the United States Space Shuttle program. It was intended to be a partially reusable spacecraft that would be launched like a rocket and landed on a runway like a glider. The space shuttle launched astronauts and cargo into space and returned them safely.

The United States Space Program has constructed six space shuttles since it began. The initial shuttle, Enterprise, served as a prototype and was transported on its inaugural journey by a Boeing 747, although it never reached space. The remaining shuttles, Challenger, Columbia, Discovery, Atlantis, and Endeavour, all completed space missions.

For more information about the space shuttle program, follow this link.

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April 7, 2024April 7, 2024

Boat Fenders

Nautical-themed art with boat fenders. This painting is ideal for someone who loves being out on or near the water.

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Title: Boat Fenders
Size: 9" w x 12" h
Canvas Type: Canvas Board
Frame: Unframed
Signed: On the front 
COA: Signed Certificate of Authenticity

An art piece with a nautical theme that includes fishing boat fenders, chains, and pier columns. This artistic work would be an excellent gift for someone in your life who enjoys the water, fishing, or boating. It would make a wonderful addition to the nautical-themed decor in your house, office, man cave, or fishing cabin.

Teresa Bernard, a realistic artist, painstakingly hand-painted and signed this sturdy 9×12-inch canvas board artwork in lower left corner. It is best to frame this painting before hanging it on the wall. An official Certificate of Authenticity (COA) is included with purchase of this marine painting.

The copyright watermark ©️ teresabernardart.com is not present on the physical canvas art.

Artist Comments

Sometimes I like to give myself a challenge when choosing a subject matter for my paintings. I found these fishing boat fenders tied to the pillar of a fishing pier very interesting because of all the different textures (wood pier, rusty chains, and rubbery boat fenders) present. I thought they would make an interesting challenge trying to paint all that texture. One does get a sense of texture from the detail in this artwork.

Other paintings that were a study of texture are:

texture painting — Tractor Tire
(2016)
12″ w x 16″ h

What are boat fenders?

A boat fender is a type of bumper or cushioned buffer used to prevent a boat or other watercraft from bumping into a dock, pier, or another boat causing damage to its hull. They are often constructed of rubber, foam, or plastic, and they come in various shapes and sizes depending on their use.

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“This is some awesome work.” — @Trinity_Forge_LLC, Gab

“The colors and contrast of the chain, you made a rusty chain very appealing.” — @JosephChristian33, Gab

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April 1, 2024April 1, 2024

Currituck Beach Lighthouse

The Currituck Beach Lighthouse on North Carolina’s Outer Banks is depicted in this marine painting.

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Title: Currituck Beach Lighthouse
Size: 11" w x 14" h
Canvas Type: Traditional Stretched Canvas
Frame: Unframed
Signed: On the front 
COA: Signed Certificate of Authenticity
Series: Part of the Lighthouse Series

A one-of-a-kind painting of the Currituck Beach Lighthouse on North Carolina’s Outer Banks. The lighthouse is reminiscent of old lighthouses, with its red brick exterior and tower extending up above the trees into the blue sky above. This artwork, signed in the lower left-hand side by realism artist Teresa Bernard, is the perfect piece for anyone who loves lighthouses.

Beach Lighthouse is a hand-painted marine painting on a traditional stretched canvas, with the side-stapled edges left unpainted or raw. This painting should be framed before it is displayed. This is preferred by folks who love the polished or traditional appearance of a frame. Includes a personalized Certificate of Authenticity (COA).

The actual canvas art does not have the copyright watermark ©️ teresabernardart.com.

Artist Comments

One summer, my husband, Robert, and I loaded up the kids and headed off for an adventure on the Outer Banks to discover the lighthouses we’d heard so much about. We were living in Virginia at the time, while Robert was serving in the military and was only two hours away from the OBX (Outer Banks). Currituck Lighthouse was our first stop and the favorite of all the lighthouses we visited that fun-filled weekend. We were excited to discover that visitors can climb its 220 steps to the top and look at the spectacular view. We’ve been back to this lighthouse several times since that first trip, and we always enjoy seeing it again. This painting of the Currituck Beach Lighthouse depicts the fun time we had on that trip.

About the Lighthouse

Currituck Beach Lighthouse is located at Whale Head Bay in Corolla, NC on the northern end of the “Outer Banks.” Its distinct unpainted natural red brick appearance contrasts with fellow lighthouses along the North Carolina coast, which are painted in striking black and white. The lighthouse was constructed in 1875 and is still being used today to light the dark stretches of the southern Atlantic coastline. Annually the lighthouse welcomes an average of 185,000 visitors.

Find out more about Currituck Beach Lighthouse.

For more information about the Outer Banks of North Carolina, visit their website.

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“Hi, can’t say enough about your work and enjoyed your seascapes. I live on the coast in Nova Scotia and paint with oils as well. Lighthouses are my favorite subject.” — Rex, Nova Scotia, Canada

“Love your work! I visited there 25+ years ago – so tranquil.” — @Eelliott001, Gab

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March 21, 2024March 22, 2024

Little Star Gazer

This Little Star Gazer painting would look great in any young child’s room. Its composition captures a child’s sense of wonder and imagination while looking up at the night sky.

star gazer space art — Little Star Gazer © Copyright 2022 – Present

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Title: Little Star Gazer
Size: 9″ w x 12″ h
Canvas Type: Canvas Board
Frame: Unframed
Signed: On the front 
COA: Signed Certificate of Authenticity

A silhouette of a small child looking up at the night sky. He peers through a telescope as he gazes up at a crescent moon amid a twinkling starscape. Three comets streak to earth toward a brilliant orange and yellow sunset. Little Star Gazer painting is signed by fine artist Teresa Bernard in the lower left corner.

Little Star Gazer is a unique art piece that has been meticulously crafted by hand on a heavy-duty artist canvas board. This kind of canvas is ideal for framing. Every oil painting comes with an official Certificate of Authenticity (COA).

The copyright watermark ©️ teresabernardart.com is used exclusively for online purposes and does not appear on the original canvas artwork.

Artist Comments

This Little Star Gazer painting depicts the fascination we all have for the heavens. It is the perfect addition to the decor of any young child’s room. The composition’s bright colors and the vastness of the solar system depicted perfectly capture the sense of wonder that a child might feel when looking up at the stars in the night sky.

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“If you live in a place where you can see the stars in the night sky, count yourself as blessed to the uttermost. I pray for the opportunity to leave the city as soon as possible. May God provide the way.” — @ArtMusic_only, Gab

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March 14, 2024March 22, 2024

The Large White Dog

A large white dog sits in profile in this pet portrait painting. This one-of-a-kind artwork is the ideal gift for any dog enthusiast.

large white dog painting — The Large White Dog © Copyright 2016 – Present

$360

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Title: The Large White Dog
Size: 16" w x 20" h
Canvas Type: Gallery Wrap Stretched Canvas
Frame: Unframed; Ready to Hang
Signed: On the front 
COA: Signed Certificate of Authenticity

An oil painting of a large white dog, perhaps of the Great Pyrenees breed. The dog sits in profile with a field of yellow wildflowers in the background. This large dog canvas art is perfect for the dog lover in your life.

Teresa Bernard, an esteemed oil painting artist, has signed her work in the lower right side of the canvas. The Large White Dog is handcrafted on high-quality gallery wrap stretched canvas and is ready to hang with or without a frame. This doggie artwork comes with a personalized Certificate of Authenticity (COA) with your purchase.

The physical canvas artwork does not have the copyright watermark ©️ teresabernardart.com.

Artist Comments

This painting is of a large white dog, possibly a Great Pyrenees. The Great Pyrenees has become one of my favorite dog breeds ever since Lobo, our Pyrenees mix, showed up at our door one day and decided to stay. Living out in the country as we do, means we get many strays who wander up to our door looking for a place to call home. We don’t know where they come from, but we never turn them away. We try to reunite them with their owner, if possible. If not, then we find them a new home or wind up adopting them ourselves. This artwork isn’t specifically of Lobo, but the dog portrayed in it sure does remind me of him.

A Few Fun Facts About Great Pyrenees

The Great Pyrenees makes excellent family pets with their calm, devoted, and well-mannered disposition. They are very loyal to those they love and protect the family with their lives if need be. In addition, they make excellent guard dogs, especially around livestock.

The Great Pyrenees is a dog breed of great intellect having a mind of their own; loving to figure things out by themselves and are good at problem-solving. While this is a wonderful trait, it can create a bit of a challenge when it comes to training.

For more information about this breed of dog, visit this website.

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March 12, 2024March 22, 2024

Hilltops

An original landscape painting of hilltops. This artwork’s composition is simple and understated.

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Title: Hilltops
Size: 9″ w x 12″ h
Canvas Type: Canvas Board
Frame: Unframed
Signed: On the front 
COA: Signed Certificate of Authenticity

A simplistic landscape painting of three hilltops, five trees, and a sprinkling of some puffy white clouds floating overhead in a big blue sky. Artist Teresa Bernard signs the artwork in the lower left-hand corner.

Hilltops is hand-painted on a sturdy 9×12 artist-quality canvas board. This artwork will need to be mounted in a frame before it is put on the wall for display. It’s sure to be a conversation piece as others view and admire its simplicity. This landscape art piece comes with a custom Certificate of Authenticity (COA) with your purchase.

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Artist Comments

This is a very simple and uncluttered composition of hilltops. Simplistic or minimal composition paintings can sometimes have a calming effect on the viewer, as well as stir the imagination, which is one reason why I enjoy doing them on occasion. When looking at this painting, one has to wonder what lies beyond the next ridge. More trees, a herd of cows, a bevy of deer, or a flock of sheep? Viewers can let their imaginations run wild with this one.

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March 11, 2024March 22, 2024

White Calla Lilies on Blue

A one-of-a-kind flower painting with white calla lilies against a blue background.

white calla lilies painting — White Calla Lilies on Blue © Copyright 2023 – Present

$140

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Title: White Calla Lilies on Blue
Size: 6″ w x 8″ h
Canvas Type: Gallery Wrap Stretched Canvas
Frame: Unframed; Ready to Hang
Signed: On the front 
COA: Signed Certificate of Authenticity

A smaller flower painting of two white calla lilies on a sky-blue background. The calla lilies are shown from the side, highlighting their distinctive trumpet shape. Each bloom has a yellow spadix in the center. The flowers are nestled within a large green leaf. Teresa Bernard, a fine artist who specializes in oil paintings, has signed this piece in the lower right-hand side.

White Calla Lilies on Blue was created by hand on gallery-wrapped stretched canvas. Because the artwork composition extends around the edges of the canvas, no frame is required to display it. However, if you choose to have it framed, it will look fantastic. Comes with a custom Certificate of Authenticity (COA).

Artist Comments

I struggled to come up with a title for this painting. Every artist in the world seems to call their calla lily paintings by the same name. So, I kept looking for title ideas and ended up at the website of Georgia O’Keeffe, an American artist whose artworks have influenced me. She created several calla lily paintings, one of which she titled “Two Calla Lilies on Pink.” Her title became an inspiration for mine: White Calla Lilies on Blue.

The calla lily has always been one of my favorite flowers. I just love its beauty. It gets its name from the Greek word for “beautiful.” The calla lily has a bloom that resembles a trumpet. Did you know the most popular color of calla lily is white? The white calla lily symbolizes purity and innocence. It is also associated with faithfulness and holiness, which is a reason why you often see them used at Easter services and weddings.

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“Very Georgia-O’Keeffe-style. Keep up your good works “ — @GuardianOfTheWoods, TRUTH Social

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March 9, 2024March 22, 2024

White Poppies in a Vase

Small canvas art with a realistic depiction of white poppies. Poppies are beautiful and delicate flowers that add a touch of elegance and sophistication to any setting.

white poppies painting — White Poppies in a Vase © Copyright 2022 – Present

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Title: White Poppies in a Vase
Size: 6″ w x 8″ h
Canvas Type: Gallery Wrap Stretched Canvas
Frame: Unframed; Ready to Hang
Signed: On the front 
COA: Signed Certificate of Authenticity

Smaller-scale canvas art of three white poppies in a pastel blue ceramic vase. The white poppies with yellow centers pop against the neutral background which is made up of medium gray oil paint. The artwork is signed by nature artist Teresa Bernard in the lower left-hand corner.

White Poppies in a Vase is a unique painting hand-painted on gallery wrap stretched canvas. Its smaller size makes it perfect for narrow or limited spaces. It does not require a frame before display since the composition extends around the edges of the canvas giving it a contemporary look. However, it will look great should you choose to have it framed. This oil painting comes with an official Certificate of Authenticity (COA).

Artist Comments

White Poppies in a Vase is a classic flower painting composition. The white poppies are light and delicate, and the vase is a simple design. Both elements add an elegant quality to this painting.

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“Simple yet elegant. Ideal for, simple yet elegant folk.” — @Acidic, Gab

“Beautiful simplicity.” — @ArtMusic_only, Gab

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