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Title: Bow of the Boat
Size: 18″ w x 18″ h
Canvas Type: Gallery Wrap Stretched Canvas
Frame: Unframed; Ready to Hang
Signed: On the front
COA: Signed Certificate of Authenticity
A Teresa Bernard Oil Painting
A wooden boat painting in a cropped composition of the boat’s bow. This large painting is simple and minimalist in design.
The painting depicts a nautical scene featuring a wooden boat, presented in such a way that the viewer is only privy to the vessel’s bow and the surrounding water. It showcases a dramatic interplay of light and shadow, alongside a juxtaposition of warm and cool tones. The sun’s warmth is palpable as it illuminates the boat’s bow, creating a stark shadow on the cool water beneath. Hand-painted and signed by marine artist Teresa Bernard in the lower left side.
Bow of The Boat is a unique oil painting that can be displayed without the need of a frame. It is meticulously hand-painted on artist-grade gallery wrap stretched canvas which allows the composition to extend around the sides of the canvas. However, if you prefer to have it framed, it will look spectacular! A custom Certificate of Authenticity (COA) accompanies the piece.
In a world dominated by modern materials, a traditional wooden boat stands as a testament to craftsmanship and timelessness.
Artists often draw inspiration from their peers, admiring and emulating their work. The inspiration for Bow of the Boat came from an art teacher years ago. He enjoyed doing paintings of boats. In several of his works, he would focus on a particular section of the boat by cropping the rest, a technique I have adopted in this piece.
—Teresa Bernard
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Title: Eye of the Zebra
Size: 9″ w x 12″ h
Canvas Type: Canvas Board
Frame: Unframed
Signed: On the front
COA: Signed Certificate of Authenticity
Series: Part of the Adventures in Africa Series
A Teresa Bernard Oil Painting
A tightly cropped painting of a Zebra’s face. The eye is the focal point of this African wildlife artwork. This original Zebra painting would make a wonderful gift for anyone who loves these beautiful animals.
You will feel like you are on a safari with this close-up wildlife painting of a zebra. The zebra’s eye dominates the center of this painting while black and white stripes dance around it. This painting would look great as wall art in a bedroom, living room, or den.
Nature artist Teresa Bernard hand-painted Eye of the Zebra on a sturdy 9×12-inch artist canvas board and has signed it in the lower left side. This artwork requires framing before hanging it on the wall of your home or place of work. This zebra artwork includes a custom Certificate of Authenticity (COA) with purchase.
Zebras possess a captivating charm thanks to their distinctive black-and-white striped coats. The pattern of each zebra is as unique as a human fingerprint.
I was commissioned a few years ago to create a series of five commission paintings for a gentleman who loves Africa. (You can find those in Past Work.) They included the landscape and wildlife of Africa. I really enjoyed doing them as it made me feel like I was actually there on some kind of safari. Every now and then, I’ll do another painting on Africa, and ‘Eye of The Zeba’ is one of them.
—Teresa Bernard
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Title: Great-Grandma's Fine China Teacup
Size: 6″ w x 6″ h
Canvas Type: Gallery Wrap Stretched Canvas
Frame: Unframed; Ready to Hang
Signed: On the front
COA: Signed Certificate of Authenticity
A Teresa Bernard Oil Painting
A small still life painting of a fine china teacup and saucer, similar to those used by grandmothers and great-grandmothers.
A small still life painting of a fine china teacup and saucer, the kind that grandma or great grandma might have used to sip their tea or coffee. The teacup and saucer feature decorations in burgundy and gold. A burgundy silk flower is also sitting in the saucer next to the teacup. The background is dark, and the tabletop is gold. This delicate and colorful teacup painting would be ideal for adding a touch of class to a small kitchen, dining area, or living room. The painting bears the signature of the artist Teresa Bernard in the lower left corner.
This unique, small-scale painting is perfect for compact spaces or rooms with limited area. Measuring 6×6 inches, it was meticulously hand-painted on a gallery-wrapped stretched canvas. The composition of Great-Grandma’s Fine China Teacup spreads out around the edges of the canvas, making it fit in with any modern decor of your home or office. It can also be framed if desired. A personalized Certificate of Authenticity (COA) is included.
I named this painting ‘Great-Grandma’s Fine China Teacup’ because, in this day and age of Starbucks, paper cups, and travel mugs, the art of drinking coffee or hot tea from fine china is quickly becoming a thing of the past for a great many Americans. Well, at least that is my perspective.
Here is a case in point. I read once about a young bride-to-be preparing for her upcoming wedding and how her mother coerced her into adding a set of fine china to her bridal registry. The young woman felt it would be ludicrous to do so as the china set would never get used except for holidays and perhaps rarely even then.
For many Americans, I suppose there is no longer a need for the loving memories that come from pulling out the fine china and using it for special occasions as our great-grandmothers did; or is there? And I guess it’s been forgotten that hot beverages taste much better when served in a fine china cup. Not to mention that teacups are pretty and dainty, which helps to make a special occasion that much more special.
So, what are you waiting for? Bring out your great-grandma’s (or grandma’s) fine china and put it to use today. You’re not getting any younger.
—Teresa Bernard
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Title: The Garden Cottage
Size: 6″ w x 6″ h
Canvas Type: Gallery Wrap Stretched Canvas
Frame: Unframed; Ready to Hang
Signed: On the front
COA: Signed Certificate of AuthenticitySeries: Part of the Doors & Windows Series
A Teresa Bernard Oil Painting
This one-of-its-kind painting depicts a tightly cropped composition of a yellow garden cottage. The color scheme is bright and cheery, with yellow, pink, and white.
A landscape painting depicting the side view of a yellow garden cottage with a window framed in white trim. In the foreground, a white picket fence and pink flowers run across the front of the cottage. Artist Teresa Bernard signs this artwork in the bottom left-hand corner.
The Garden Cottage was painted by hand on a small-scale gallery-wrapped stretched canvas. This means the artwork’s composition wraps around the edges of the canvas and a frame isn’t necessary to exhibit it. However, if you decide to have it mounted in a frame, it will look great! This oil painting comes with an official Certificate of Authenticity (COA) with your purchase.
This painting’s composition is a close-up of the side of a garden cottage. I thought it would be interesting to crop out as much of the original scenery as possible so that the focus would be solely on a few elements—the window, siding, picket fence, and some flowers. This turned out really well. I’ve used this method before. Below are the other paintings in which I used a tight crop to achieve the desired effect.
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Title: Van Gogh's Church
Size: 20" w x 24" h
Canvas Type: Gallery Wrap Stretched Canvas
Frame: Unframed; Ready to Hang
Signed: On the front
COA: Signed Certificate of Authenticity
A Teresa Bernard Oil Painting
This large oil painting is a realistic version of Vincent van Gogh’s church which he made famous while living in Auvers, France.
An original landscape painting of van Gogh’s church. This painting depicts the village church in Auvers, France made famous by Dutch post-impressionist painter Vincent van Gogh. The church gives this painting a somewhat gothic feel with its stone walls, large-scale windows, and the tall and imposing tower that rises into the sky. Hand-painted and signed in the bottom corner on the left side by fine artist Teresa Bernard.
This painting can add style to any wall or space in your home or workspace. It is painted by hand on gallery-wrapped stretched canvas permitting the artist to continue the composition to the sides of the painting. Van Gogh’s Church won’t need to be framed unless you want it to be. It will look beautiful wherever you want to display it. Includes an official Certificate of Authenticity (COA).
While Vincent van Gogh was living in France, he painted his famous Auvers Church painting in his own post-impressionist style. I thought it would be fun to paint the same church only in my own realistic style.
The Gothic church depicted in this painting was initially painted and made famous by Vincent van Gogh in June 1890. Van Gogh’s church is located in the small village of Auvers, France, where he lived before his death. I wanted to do my own rendition of this lovely church, and the results of that desire are what you see here. Even though our painting styles are vastly different, Van Gogh is one of my favorite Old Masters. From his famous sunflowers painting to that lovely church in the village where he lived, I love much of Van Gogh’s work.
—Teresa Bernard
Find out more about Van Gogh’s rendition of this church on Wikipedia: The Church at Auvers.
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Title: Ladybug #2 – Almost Perfect Camouflage
Size: 6" w x 6" h
Canvas Type: Gallery Wrap Stretched Canvas
Frame: Unframed; Ready to Hang
Signed: On the front
COA: Signed Certificate of AuthenticitySeries: Part of the Ladybug Series
A Teresa Bernard Oil Painting
A small oil painting depicting a close-up of a ladybug sitting on a red flower. This insect painting is ideal for a budding entomologist or anyone who loves ladybugs.
A close-up of a red ladybug sitting on a red flower creates an almost perfect camouflaged environment for itself in this small oil painting. This is the second in a series of paintings depicting the ladybug. This piece is part of a duo in a series, with the signature of insect artist Teresa Bernard located on the lower left.
Ladybug #2 – Almost Perfect Camouflage is ready for display without the need for framing. This original painting is done by hand on a gallery wrap stretched canvas which enables the composition to extend around the edges of the canvas. Framing is optional, based on your preference. A customized Certificate of Authenticity (COA) is included with the purchase of this insect artwork.
This insect painting is the second art piece in the Ladybug Series. I named it ‘Almost Perfect Camouflage’ because the red color of the ladybug blends in so well with the flower it sits on. A natural predator would have to look very close to see it.
Where did they get their name? Are all ladybugs female? What do you call a ladybug that is a male? How can you tell them apart? All great questions!
The term “ladybug” is the common name for Coccinellidae, a Latin word that means scarlet. In America, this insect is referred to as “ladybug,” while in Europe, it is known as “lady beetle” or “ladybird beetle.” Whether you call them ladybug, ladybird, or lady beetle, the name has its origins in an old legend from Europe during the Middle Ages.
—Teresa Bernard
The Legend of the Ladybug
Legend has it that pests were destroying the Europeans’ crops, so Catholic farmers began praying to the Blessed Lady (the Virgin Mary) for help. Soon afterward, they noticed tiny black and red beetles in their fields eating the unwanted pests. The crops remained remarkably unharmed by the infestation. The farmers attributed their good fortune to the tiny insects called “the beetles of our Lady.” The red color of the beetle represents Mary’s cloak, and the black spots her sorrows. Over time, these beetles were affectionately termed ladybugs.
Ladybugs come in both male and female varieties, and both sexes are called the same thing…”ladybugs.” It is hard to distinguish male from female ladybugs with the naked eye, although females are larger than males. And that is hard to determine unless they are next to each other.
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Title: Ladybug #1 – Hanging on Tight
Size: 6" w x 6" h
Canvas Type: Gallery Wrap Stretched Canvas
Frame: Unframed; Ready to Hang
Signed: On the front
COA: Signed Certificate of AuthenticitySeries: Part of the Ladybug Series
A Teresa Bernard Oil Painting
This insect art is an original oil painting of a red ladybug. The painting is a bright and happy scene that beautifully captures the wonder of nature.
A close-up oil painting of a ladybug. The red insect is hanging on tight to a leafy branch. The composition is bright, colorful, and cheerful. It would be ideal for a child’s room or for anyone who has an interest in insects. This is one of two paintings in a series and is signed in the bottom left corner by insect artist Teresa Bernard.
This small-scaled painting will fit in any constrained location where you wish to add some flair to the walls. Ladybug #1 – Hanging on Tight has been painstakingly hand-painted on a smaller gallery-wrapped stretched canvas. With this kind of canvas, the skilled artist is able to paint on the sides of the canvas giving it a polished appearance, doing away with the need for a frame. But you also have the option of having it framed if you’d like. In any case, it will look lovely displayed in your place of residence, workspace, gallery, or just about anyplace else. A personalized Certificate of Authenticity (COA) is included with the purchase of this insect art piece.
This painting is the first of two in the Ladybug Series. I actually worked on both paintings simultaneously, i.e., Ladybug #1 and Ladybug #2. I painted the ladybug series on six-inch-by-six-inch canvases. For such a small creature, I felt 6×6 was a perfect size. I love ladybugs and had been wanting to paint one (or more) for quite some time.
I came across a good deal on some small canvases, and I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to buy 24 of them. When my shipment of 6×6 canvases arrived, I thought this was the perfect time to paint the ladybugs. Before these two particular paintings, it had been quite some time since I last painted on such a small canvas. It was a lot of fun, and it didn’t take any time at all to finish it.
—Teresa Bernard
Now About the Ladybugs!
Ladybugs, sometimes called ladybeetles or ladybird beetles, are wondrous little creatures! They most commonly come in red, yellow, and orange colors, which fade as the beetle gets older. Some species have black spots while others have black stripes and still others are a solid color with no markings. Their bright colors serve to warn birds they don’t taste good.
Surprisingly there are over 6,000 different species of this particular insect. They are beneficial insects because ladybugs eat other insects like aphids that often damage crops and garden plants.
The life cycle of a ladybug consists of four stages: egg, larva, pupa, and adult. Female ladybugs may lay as many as 1,000 eggs from spring to early summer, depending on the species. It usually takes four days for their eggs to hatch.
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Title: Sunflower From Behind
Size: 20" w x 16" h
Canvas Type: Gallery Wrap Stretched Canvas
Frame: Unframed; Ready to Hang
Signed: On the front
COA: Signed Certificate of Authenticity
A Teresa Bernard Oil Painting
A sunflower is exhibited in this oils on canvas painting. The composition depicts a view from behind the blossom. The sunflower is a symbol of joy and optimism.
An original oil painting of the backside of a sunflower blossom set against a sky-blue background. The composition captures the sunflower’s petals with intricate detail, alongside the textured involucral bracts.
Teresa Bernard, a talented artist who specializes in oil paintings, has signed this piece in the lower left side. “Sunflower from Behind” is composed by hand on quality gallery wrap canvas and is ready to display with or without a frame. It comes with a customized Certificate of Authenticity (COA).
I love all flowers; however, the sunflower is one of my favorites. I love the bright sunshine-yellow petals and huge blossoms that resemble the sun. Most sunflower paintings are composed of the front of the blossom. However, the backsides of some flowers are just as beautiful, and the sunflower is certainly one.
—Teresa Bernard
About Sunflowers
The sunflower is a plant that is native to North America. Later it was introduced to Mexico and Peru. They can grow up to 6 feet tall and prefer dry, sunny places where their roots can dig deep into the soil.
When the plant is in the bud stage, it will face the sun following its movement across the sky from horizon to horizon. This movement allows it to get the maximum amount of the sun’s rays. After the flower has fully opened into the radiance of yellow petals, it will face only east. No one knows why it does this. One theory is it is possibly a defensive response to prevent the sun from scalding the seed pod during hot summer days.
The sunflower is often equated as a symbol of spiritual faith, worship, adoration, loyalty, and longevity, perhaps because it always seeks the “Light.”
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Title: Texas Horned Lizard
Size: 6″ w x 6″ h
Canvas Type: Gallery Wrap Stretched Canvas
Frame: Unframed; Ready to Hang
Signed: On the front
COA: Signed Certificate of AuthenticitySeries: Part of the Life in Texas Series
A Teresa Bernard Oil Painting
This small wildlife painting depicts the Texas Horned Lizard. It would make an excellent gift for a budding herpetologist or someone with an interest in reptiles.
An original wildlife painting of the Texas horned lizard, also known as the horny toad by native Texans. This is a close-up painting of the lizard who sits on a neutral-colored background. The artwork is signed in the lower left by Texas artist Teresa Bernard.
This painting is perfect for cramped spaces or rooms because of its small size. It was painted by hand on 6×6-inch gallery-wrapped canvas. Texas Horned Lizard has a stylish look because its composition spills over the canvas’s edges. This art piece will look fantastic in your house, business, or wherever else it is hung, whether it is framed or not. This desert critter wall art comes with an official Certificate of Authenticity (COA) upon purchase.
The Texas Horned Lizard, or simply “horny toad” as we called them when I was a kid growing up in west Texas, was a fun painting to do. It brought back lots of fond childhood memories. As children, my friends and I would see these little spiked critters all the time and often would play with them for a while, and then we would release them. As an adult, I noticed they aren’t in abundance so much anymore. So, I did a little research to find out why. Here is what I discovered from my readings.
In Search of the Horny Toad
About 70% of the Texas horned lizard’s diet is made up of harvester ants. Through the years, their population has declined by about 30%. Although I’m happy to read that they may be making a comeback. The decline is due to the overuse of pesticides and the spread of nonnative fire ants. Both eradicate harvester ant colonies, destroying the lizard’s principal source of food. The Texas horned lizard is now a protected species, and, in Texas, it is illegal to take, possess, transport, or sell them without a special permit.
According to Texas Parks & Wildlife magazine, issue August/September 2018, “Texas horned lizards once occurred throughout Texas, but now only a few populations remain. Efforts to move Texas horned lizards from one location in Texas to another, with the hope of establishing new self-sustaining populations in previously occupied habitats, are underway. Several Texas zoos are also working to develop colonies for reintroduction programs. RAWA (Recovering America’s Wildlife Act) funding would pay for “lizard factories” to help with reintroduction efforts.”
I shared a post about my findings on social media and received some interesting comments from my friends and followers.
One friend whom I’ve known since my early teen years lives in a small Texas town. She told me they have a horny toad festival every year called The Old Rip Festival. And it’s all about a horny toad named Old Rip! She sent me a link to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Magazine website. It tells all about the legend, lore, and legacy of Old Rip, a horny toad that supposedly lived for 31 years!
Another follower comments, “you still see these in West Texas and Panhandle. Fire ants haven’t taken over every inch of ground as they have here, and harvester ants are still there, so that helps with the “horny toads.” Hope they make a comeback here someday.”
—Teresa Bernard
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“Interesting, so beautiful..” — @andybaldwin, MeWe
“I love these little critters and my sis-in-law is seeing them in all stages on her ranch in Mathis..come on little dudes, make a comeback.” — @Char78613, Gab
“We have a similar lizard here, the Eastern Fence lizard, where I live.” –@adamcharleshovey, MeWe
“It is amazing how you are able to convey the “spiky” nature of the lizard through your clever use of brushing to create the spikes and rough/harsh texture of the skin of the animal.” — @TheBlackHeart, Gab
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Title: Red and White Cosmos Flowers
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 brightly colored painting composition of red and white cosmos flowers is eye-catching in this unique art piece.
A Teresa Bernard Oil Painting: “Red and White Cosmos Flowers” is a vibrant and eye-catching painting that captures the delicate beauty of these beloved blooms. This unique artwork features a lively composition of a single red cosmos and two white cosmos flowers, elegantly standing tall in their small vases. Set against a rich orange background, the flowers are placed on a brown tabletop, creating a striking contrast that draws the viewer’s attention.
Every brushstroke in this 6×8 inch painting is meticulously crafted on gallery-wrapped stretched canvas, ensuring durability and a sleek, modern presentation. The composition extends around the edges, allowing for a frameless display that enhances its contemporary appeal. However, it can also be framed to suit your personal style and decor preferences, offering versatility in how it can be showcased.
The smaller size of “Red and White Cosmos Flowers” makes it perfect for adding a burst of color to small spaces or areas with limited room. Its scaled-down dimensions do not compromise its impact; instead, they highlight the intricate details and careful composition, inviting viewers to appreciate the nuances of Teresa’s technique. The rich reds and crisp whites of the cosmos against the warm orange backdrop evoke a sense of joy and vibrancy, making it a delightful addition to any setting.
Signed by the artist in the lower right corner, this painting is not only a testament to Teresa Bernard’s exceptional talent but also comes with an official Certificate of Authenticity (COA), affirming its originality. Whether displayed in a home, office, or gallery, “Red and White Cosmos Flowers” brings a touch of nature’s beauty and a splash of vibrant color to your space. Its charm lies in its simplicity and elegance, making it a timeless piece that will brighten any room it graces.
‘Red and White Cosmos Flowers’ is a small still life painting. The simple arrangement of the composition consists of cosmos flowers and two small vases on a tabletop. The vivid background compliments the composition and draws attention to the focal point.
—Teresa Bernard
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