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August 9, 2024July 2, 2025

Tightly Cropped Paintings — The Art of Focus and Intrigue

Exploring the Alure of Tightly Cropped Paintings

Many of my paintings feature tightly cropped compositions. As an artist, I find this technique particularly appealing for several reasons.

First and foremost, tightly cropped paintings create a sense of intimacy and focus. This technique draws the viewer’s attention directly to the heart of the piece, emphasizing the most essential and intriguing elements of the artwork. By eliminating extraneous details, tightly cropped compositions invite viewers to engage more deeply, creating a sense of immediacy and connection.

Furthermore, tightly cropped paintings often evoke a sense of mystery and intrigue. When parts of the scenery are left out of the composition, it encourages viewers to use their imagination, encouraging them to ponder what lies beyond the edge of the canvas. This approach fosters a more interactive experience, as viewers fill in the gaps with their own interpretations and imagination.

Additionally, I love how tightly cropped paintings highlight my technical skill and creative vision. The ability to distill a scene down to its most compelling elements requires a keen eye for composition and a deep understanding of the subject matter. This technique allows me to highlight the elegance and simplicity of the forms, evoking a timeless mystery.

All in all, tightly cropped paintings provide a unique perspective by focusing on the essential elements and eliminating extraneous details. They encourage a fresh way of looking at the world, highlighting the importance of focus in the realm of art.

Tightly Cropped Paintings on Canvas

Flower Paintings

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rose blossom fine art — Yellow Rose Blossom
(2018)
6″ w x 6″ h

dill flower close up — Dill Flowers Close-up (2021)
6″ w x 6″ h

wildflower paintings — Sunflower From Behind (2016)
20″ w x 16″ h

Landscape Paintings

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stairstep paintings — Up the Steps
(2021)
9″ w x 12″ h

farmhouse paintings — Raggedy Ol’ Farmhouse (2021)
12″ w x 9″ h

cottage art piece — The Garden Cottage (2020)
6″ w x 6″ h

tightly cropped paintings — Tractor Tire
(2016)
12″ w x 16″ h

Marine Paintings

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cropped rowboat marine art — Rowboat at The Pier
(2022)
12″ w x 12″ h

cropped wooden boat bow — Bow of The Boat
(2021)
18″ w x 18″ h

tightly cropped marine paintings — Boat Fenders
(2003)
9″ w x 12″ h

Space Art

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astronomical art — Asteroid Strike
(2022)
6″ w x 6″ h

cropped space art paintings — A View of The Full Moon and Earth (2021)
6″ w x 6″ h

visit distant worlds — In a Faraway Galaxy (2021)
6″ w x 6″ h

Wildlife Paintings

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July 2, 2024June 17, 2025

Rowboat at The Pier

rowboat oil painting — Rowboat at the Pier painting by Teresa Bernard © Copyright 2021 – Present

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Details & Description

Title: Rowboat at the Pier
Size: 12″ w x 12″ h
Canvas Type: Gallery Wrap Stretched Canvas
Framing: Unframed, so you can personalize it your way
Signed: On the front 
COA: Signed Certificate of Authenticity

An old wooden rowboat is docked at a pier on a lake or pond in this oil painting.

A one-of-a-kind painting of an old wooden rowboat moored at a pier with lily pads and water reflections. It captures that nostalgic feeling of summer. Hand-painted and signed in the lower left corner by marine artist Teresa Bernard.

Skillfully created by hand on a quality gallery wrap canvas, Rowboat at The Pier extends its composition around the sides of the canvas. When an artwork is painted on this kind of canvas, a frame is not necessary for exhibition; yet it will still look amazing if you decide to have it framed. It comes with an official Certificate of Authenticity (COA).

The copyright watermark ‘©️ teresabernardart.com’ is not depicted on the original canvas painting.

Artist Comments

Artists frequently draw inspiration from their surroundings. We live out in the country. One of our neighbors lives down the road and around the corner from us. He has a large pond near the road with a small dock and a rowboat tied to it. Across from him is another neighbor who also has a pond near the road. It’s a smaller pond with lily pads. We pass by these two ponds almost every day on our way to and from our place to the nearby towns. The inspiration for this painting came from our neighbor’s ponds.

—Teresa Bernard

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“The softness of this painting makes me happy on the inside. Really aesthetically pleasing to look at!” — @TheKeyofB, Gab

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June 5, 2024July 18, 2025

Up the Steps

A canvas painting — Up the Steps — distills a moment of stillness, where structure guides the imagination.

The warmth of stucco, the hush of shadow. An everyday stairway reimagined.

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Framed in white stucco and softened by shade, Up the Steps is a visual breath—a space where time hesitates and composition speaks softly.

Title: Up the Steps
Series: Part of the Architecture Art Series
Year Completed: 2021
Dimensions: 9″ w x 12″ h
Medium: Oil on canvas board
Style: Realism / Representational Art
Framing: Unframed, so you can personalize it your way
Signed: Yes, on the front 
Originality: Original — one-of-a-kind 
Certificate of Authenticity: Customized, hand-signed and stamped with the artist’s personal embossed seal

Painting Description

This original painting gives the impression that you could walk right up those steps.

Up the Steps presents a quiet architectural vignette—stucco walls painted pristine white, stair steps bathed in light, and a lone terracotta pot gently cast in shadow. The stairs ascend toward a destination just beyond view, suggesting movement and mystery within stillness. Above the potted plant, a blue-trimmed window punctuates the scene with calm contrast, while the artist’s signature, nestled in the lower left corner, marks the canvas with its origin. It’s a moment frozen between spaces, as if you might climb upward and step into a sun-washed silence.

Created entirely by hand with an art brush on a 9″ x 12″ canvas board, this original oil painting bears the careful detail and soft texture Teresa Bernard is known for. Part of the celebrated Architecture Art Series, the piece captures the distinctive spirit that defines the collection. It arrives unframed—perfect for tailoring to your personal style and space—and includes a signed Certificate of Authenticity to ensure its unique provenance.

Whether you’re drawn to its meditative quality or the subtle invitation of the staircase, Up the Steps offers a timeless pause in motion. It’s a piece meant not only to adorn a wall, but to quietly transform a room—where form leads, and wonder gently follows.

The original canvas painting does not have the copyright watermark ©️ teresabernardart.com.

Artist Comments

‘Up the Steps’ began with a photograph—a quiet architectural moment that stopped me in my tracks. It wasn’t elaborate or dramatic, but something about those stairs pulled me in. The way they rose gently into the light made me feel as though I could walk right up and disappear into that stillness. That sense of quiet movement is what captured my imagination.

As with most reference photos, I didn’t simply recreate it—I reshaped the composition to better serve the story I saw in it. I refined angles, softened light, and allowed the scene to breathe. My brush followed the geometry with care, but my goal was to evoke more than structure. I wanted to invite wonder: What lies beyond the last step? What kind of silence waits around the corner?

This painting isn’t just a study in architecture—it’s a meditation on possibility. With each stroke, I found myself leaning into the idea that some paths don’t need a destination to feel complete.

—Teresa Bernard

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May 22, 2024February 18, 2025

Asteroid Collision Course

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Title: Asteroid Collision Course
Size: 12″ w x 9″ h
Canvas Type: Canvas Board
Framing: Unframed
Signed: On the front 
COA: Signed Certificate of Authenticity
A Teresa Bernard Oil Painting

Fans of science fiction will like this space art painting depicting an asteroid on a collision course with an Earth-like planet.

In this space art, an asteroid is on a collision course with a faraway planet that resembles Earth. In the background is a vast star scape. The asteroid in the foreground is followed by a fiery wake, as it makes its way toward the planet. American oil painter Teresa Bernard has signed the piece of art in the lower left corner.

Asteroid Collision Course a one-of-a-kind painting hand-crafted on a 1/8-inch-thick sturdy artist-grade canvas board made from artist-grade materials making it ideal for framing. You will want to have this piece framed before hanging it on the wall in your home or office. A personalized Certificate of Authenticity (COA) is included with the purchase of this space art piece.

The original canvas painting does not have the copyright watermark ©️ teresabernardart.com.

Artist Comments

Space art has become my favorite genre of creative expression because it allows my imagination to travel to off-world locations. However, because I am a realism artist, I want to keep my art as realistic as possible. In my efforts to accomplish realistic looking space paintings, I often study NASA images and photos of galaxies, planets, stars, and suns. I also look up at the night sky to observe the Moon, stars and constellations.

In this space painting an asteroid is heading right for an Earth-like planet on a collision course.

—Teresa Bernard

A Few Things About Asteroids

Asteroids are rocks that orbit the sun within our solar system.
They’re neither planets nor comets.
They don’t have any atmosphere.
Asteroids are made up of rocky, metallic, or icy substances.
They range in size and shape from 1-meter rocks to 1000-kilometer in diameter, roughly the size of a dwarf planet.

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May 18, 2024July 18, 2025

Raggedy Ol’ Farmhouse

A painting that captures the quiet dignity and nostalgic soul of a weathered farmhouse, standing strong through the passing years

farmhouse painting — Raggedy Ol’ Farmhouse painting by Teresa Bernard © Copyright 2021 – Present

Rendered with realism, this neglected farmhouse reflects a bygone era.

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A timeworn farmhouse is portrayed with emotional depth and delicate detail, capturing a quiet beauty through light and texture. The scene invites viewers to linger in a moment where time seems to have stopped.

Title: Raggedy Ol' Farmhouse
Series: Part of the Doors & Windows Series 
Year Completed: 2021 
Dimensions: 12″ w x 9″ h
Medium: Oil on canvas board
Style: Realism / Representational Art
Framing: Unframed, so you can personalize it your way 
Signed: Yes, on the front 
Originality: Original — one-of-a-kind 
Certificate of Authenticity: Customized, hand-signed and stamped with the artist’s personal embossed seal

Painting Description

With its faded textures and worn facade, this farmhouse reflects the grace of decay and the spirit of the past.

Timeworn yet quietly dignified, this original oil painting presents a side view of a neglected farmhouse steeped in rustic charm. Cracked stucco clings to the structure’s aging bones, while a sagging screen door and weathered window hint at forgotten footsteps and faded stories. Overgrown bush and an unkempt yard envelop the scene, enhancing its air of abandonment and deep-rooted nostalgia — a tribute to rural beauty that endures through time.

Measuring 12″ wide by 9″ high, this artwork is hand-painted on canvas board using traditional oil techniques. It is signed in the bottom left corner and arrives unframed, offering you the freedom to choose a display style that best suits your personal space and aesthetic. This piece is part of the artist’s Doors & Windows Series and includes a signed Certificate of Authenticity for provenance and peace of mind.

Raggedy Ol’ Farmhouse offers more than just a painted scene—it captures a quiet moment in oil, reaching out to viewers to reflect, remember, and reconnect with the enduring soul of the rural countryside.

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

Artist Comments

There’s something about an old farmhouse that feels familiar—like a memory you didn’t know you had. ‘Raggedy Ol’ Farmhouse’ isn’t a tribute to grandeur or perfection; it’s a love letter to things that have endured. I was drawn to its quiet resilience—the way it stands, worn but still upright, surrounded by a lawn that’s grown wild but not forgotten.

I set out to capture that gentle defiance—the charm tucked beneath years of weather and wear. To me, beauty doesn’t demand polish; it lives in what’s rugged, tired, and deeply rooted. I painted this piece for those, like myself, who find meaning in things that have lasted—objects and places that carry history, show their age with grace, and quietly reflect a life well lived.

Painting it felt like a conversation with the past. Every brushstroke made me pause and reflect—not just on this house, but on all the places that quietly carry history in their bones. I hope it brings a sense of ‘home’ to those who see it; however they define the word.

—Teresa Bernard

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May 16, 2024July 20, 2025

Eye of The Zebra

zebra painting — Eye of the Zebra painting by Teresa Bernard © Copyright 2021 – Present

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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.

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Artist Comments

Zebras possess a captivating charm thanks to their distinctive black-and-white striped coats. Did you know the pattern of each zebra is as unique as a human fingerprint?

A few years ago, I was commissioned to create a series of five paintings for a gentleman who loves Africa. 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 like to other paintings on Africa, and ‘Eye of The Zebra’ is one of them.

—Teresa Bernard

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May 10, 2024July 18, 2025

The Garden Cottage

A cheerful painting of a garden cottage framed in flowers and sunlight.

garden cottage painting — The Garden Cottage painting by Teresa Bernard © Copyright 2020 – Present

A tightly cropped scene of a yellow cottage with white-trimmed window, pink blossoms, and picket fence, captured in vibrant oils.

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Details & Highlights

Title: The Garden Cottage
Series: Part of the Doors & Windows Series
Year Completed: 2020  
Dimensions: 6″ w x 6″ h x 0.5" w
Medium: Oil on gallery-wrapped canvas
Style: Realism / Representational Art 
Framing: Unframed, so you can personalize it your way
Signed: Yes, on the front 
Originality: Original — one-of-a-kind
Certificate of Authenticity: Customized, hand-signed and stamped with the artist’s personal embossed seal

Painting Description

A tightly cropped composition of a garden cottage in sunny hues of yellow, pink, and white makes this painting both distinctive and cheerful.

Warm sunlight and blooming petals draw the eye into this painting of The Garden Cottage, where architectural grace and garden detail come together in a serene, cheerful setting. Sunlight casts a gentle glow over the golden-yellow cottage, highlighting its classic, white-trimmed window. Pink flowers spill softly across the foreground, nestled behind a charming white picket fence. This cozy vignette evokes the tranquility of a summer morning in a peaceful countryside nook.

This oil painting is hand-rendered on gallery-wrapped canvas, allowing the image to extend around the edges for a clean, modern presentation. Measuring 6″ x 6″, the piece adds a cheerful burst of color and personality to any space—small in scale but rich in detail. The artwork is signed by artist Teresa Bernard in the lower left corner. It arrives unframed. Should you choose to frame it, the piece adapts beautifully to both rustic and contemporary settings. A signed Certificate of Authenticity is included with your purchase.

Part of Teresa Bernard’s Doors & Windows Series, this painting speaks to those moments when nature and structure coexist in quiet harmony. Whether you’re drawn to the architectural detail, the cheerful palette, or the peaceful garden scene, this original artwork offers a charming escape with every glance.

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Artist Comments

I’ve always been drawn to the idea that simplicity can be deeply engaging—and ‘The Garden Cottage’ is a perfect example of that. For this piece, I intentionally cropped the scene tightly, choosing to leave out much of the surrounding environment so the viewer could focus on just a few meaningful elements: the white-trimmed window, the textured yellow siding, the soft cascade of flowers, and a cheerful picket fence. There’s something satisfying about letting those details speak for themselves without distraction.

This compositional approach isn’t new to me—it’s a technique I’ve used in several paintings where I want the viewer to feel pulled in close, almost like they’re standing within the scene. It’s a way to spotlight the everyday beauty found in architectural corners and quiet garden moments. I find that it creates a strong sense of intimacy, and in this painting, it worked just as I hoped.

Below, you’ll find other works where I’ve used this same cropped perspective to capture quiet charm from an intentionally narrowed point of view.

—Teresa Bernard

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

Boat Fenders nautical art — Boat Fenders
(2003)
9″ w x 12″ h

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May 6, 2024July 18, 2025

Sunflower From Behind

A sunflower painting that captures joy from an unexpected angle.

Sunflower artwork — Sunflower From Behind painting by Teresa Bernard © Copyright 2016 – Present

This original sunflower painting offers a rare view from behind the blossom, where delicate textures meet bold optimism.

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An original oil painting depicting the backside of a sunflower blossom set against a soft sky-blue background. A serene and detailed perspective that celebrates nature’s quiet strength.

Title: Sunflower From Behind
Series: Part of the Wildflowers Series 
Year Completed: 2016
Dimensions: 20" w x 16" h x 1.5" d
Medium: Oil on gallery-wrapped canvas
Style: Realism / Representational Art
Framing: Unframed, so you can personalize it your way
Signed: Yes, on the front 
Originality: Original — one-of-a-kind 
Certificate of Authenticity: Customized, hand-signed and stamped with the artist’s personal embossed seal

Painting Description

A sunflower is quietly portrayed from behind in this oil on canvas composition. Known for its cheerful spirit, the bloom is a meditative symbol of hope and warmth.

A bold sunflower turns away from the viewer, revealing the quiet beauty often hidden behind the bloom. In this original oil painting, the vibrant yellow petals are rendered with intricate detail, each brushstroke echoing the natural rhythm of the flower as it rises toward a sky-blue background. The textured involucral bracts at the base of the blossom add depth and realism, grounding the composition in organic structure. By choosing to portray the sunflower from behind, the painting offers a fresh perspective on a classic symbol of joy and optimism—one that speaks gently of resilience and the grace found in subtle angles.

Sunflower From Behind is part of Teresa Bernard’s Wildflowers Series, a collection that captures the spirit and serenity of native blooms through fine oil painting. This piece is composed by hand using oil paints on a professional-quality gallery-wrapped canvas that measures 20 inches wide by 16 inches high and 1.5 inches deep. It arrives unframed, offering flexibility for personalized display, and is signed on the front lower left corner. A hand-signed Certificate of Authenticity accompanies the painting to verify its originality and provenance.

This unique sunflower painting invites the viewer to pause and reconsider how beauty reveals itself—sometimes not in bold displays, but in the quiet turning away. Whether displayed on its own or paired with complementary works from the series, it brings an uplifting presence to any space.

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Artist Comments

I’ve always been drawn to the quiet honesty in this pose—the way the sunflower turns away, not to hide, but to rise toward the light. Painting it from behind felt meaningful, like capturing a quiet act of devotion. There’s such reverence in the way sunflowers grow, always seeking the sun—always reaching upward with purpose. It’s no wonder they’ve become symbols of faith, loyalty, and longevity.

This composition allowed me to explore those themes in a gentle way. The upward lift of the petals, the soft curve of the stem, and that brilliant contrast against the sky—it all came together in a way that felt both grounded and spiritual. I didn’t want the painting to shout; I wanted it to speak softly, like a prayer in motion.

—Teresa Bernard

Art Critique
Read a fan's art critique of this painting at the following link: Artwork Critique: Sunflower from Behind, written by Camry Dalton.

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April 20, 2024July 18, 2025

Tractor Tire

Rural presence shines through in this tractor tire painting, a tribute to the materials that shape countryside living.

The composition zooms in on a tractor tire’s worn tread, inviting the viewer to explore its texture and the subtle layers of country life that frame it.

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A tightly cropped composition of a weathered tractor tire takes center stage in this painting, inviting the viewer to explore its worn tread and rugged texture. Subtle hints of rust, wood grain, and the edge of another tire add depth and character, evoking the quiet strength of rural life. The focus on surface detail and utilitarian form transforms this common farm implement into a moment of quiet reflection.

Title: Tractor Tire
Series: Part of the Tightly Cropped Series
Year Completed: 2016 
Dimensions: 12" w x 16" h x 1.5″ d 
Medium: Oil on gallery-wrapped canvas
Style: Realism / Representational Art
Framing: Unframed, so you can personalize it your way
Signed: Yes, on the front 
Originality: Original — one-of-a-kind
Certificate of Authenticity: Customized, hand-signed and stamped with the artist’s personal embossed seal

Painting Description

A tightly cropped composition of a tractor tire is depicted in this painting. This unique artwork is ideal for anyone who enjoys life on the farm.

A tightly cropped view of a weathered tractor tire takes the spotlight, drawing attention to its worn tread and rustic texture. The rim bears the patina of rust, adding to the authentic feel of a tool shaped by time. In the background, a wooden plank floor offers contrast and depth, while the edge of a second tire quietly enters the frame. It’s an earthy, intimate portrayal that resonates with those who appreciate rural life or country-inspired décor.

This original artwork is hand-painted in oils on gallery-wrapped canvas. The composition extends around the edges, offering a modern, frameless presentation. The artist, Teresa Bernard, has signed the piece in the bottom left corner. It comes with a Certificate of Authenticity that is hand-signed and embossed with her personal seal. As part of the celebrated Tightly Cropped Series, this piece embodies the focused realism and rustic charm that defines the collection. It arrives unframed, allowing you to tailor its presentation to your space and style.

Tractor Tire makes a strong impression. It serves as a conversation starter—whether displayed in a farmhouse, cabin, office, or any space that embraces rustic authenticity. Its grounded subject matter and close-up realism give it both character and timeless appeal.

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Artist Comments

Composing this tractor tire painting was a little bit of an experiment for me. I like to give myself challenges now and then. With this one, I set out to see if I could paint rubber and make it look like rubber. I believe I achieved that goal.

What I like best about this painting are the various textures present in the composition — the wood, the rubber, and even the rusted metal rim. It was an enjoyable challenge painting all those textures and getting them just right. In addition, there are warm colors that contrast against the cool ones. There are so many interesting things going on in this painting; it was a lot of fun to paint!

A tractor tire isn’t something most people imagine as the subject of a painting, yet here it is—center stage and full of personality. I can picture it hanging in a man cave, an office, or anywhere someone loves tractors, cars, or just the gritty charm of rural life.

—Teresa Bernard, oil painter

Other paintings that were a study of texture are:

boat fenders marine life painting — Boat Fenders
(2003)
9″ w x 12″ h

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April 17, 2024July 18, 2025

Blue Shutters

A painting featuring blue shutters and blooming warmth from the heart of the Mediterranean.

Hand-painted in oil, this piece highlights a sunlit stucco wall, antique lantern, and blue-shuttered window.

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Drawing inspiration from the iconic architecture of Greece, this original oil painting gently evokes a sense of place. The sunlit textures, rustic hues, and simple charm of a shuttered window blend into a lasting impression of island life.

Title: Blue Shutters
Series: Part of the Doors & Windows Series
Year Completed: 2022
Dimensions: 12″ w x 9″ h
Medium: Oil on canvas board
Style: Realism / Representational Art
Framing: Unframed, so you can personalize it your way
Signed: Yes, on the front 
Originality: Original — one-of-a-kind
Certificate of Authenticity: Customized, hand-signed and stamped with the artist’s personal embossed seal

Painting Description

Cool blues, whitewashed walls, and orange blooms converge in a moment of stillness, evoking the peaceful rhythm of island life.

A sun-washed stucco wall sets the stage for this intimate composition, where vivid blue shutters frame a weathered window on the Greek island of Karpathos. A ceramic pot brimming with orange blossoms sits on the ledge, while an antique lantern hangs beside it—quietly suggesting the lives lived within. Each brushstroke balances detail and softness, evoking both timeless charm and the tranquility of island life.

Painted in oil on a 9″ x 12″ canvas board, Blue Shutters is an original work by fine artist Teresa Bernard. It’s signed on the front lower left and includes a hand-signed Certificate of Authenticity. Delivered unframed, it’s ready to be customized to complement your space.

Part of the celebrated Doors & Windows Series, the piece captures the distinctive spirit that defines the collection. Whether displayed in a home, studio, or gallery wall, Blue Shutters offers a moment of stillness and warm Mediterranean light.

Artist Comments

‘Blue Shutters’ is my quiet homage to the island of Karpathos—a place I’ve come to admire. As a tourist at heart, I’ve always been drawn to places I’ve never visited, intrigued by their rhythms and hidden details. I suppose it’s the explorer’s soul in me—always seeking meaning in places beyond my doorstep. Karpathos captivated me with its architecture: sun-washed stucco, vivid blue shutters, and an elegant simplicity that feels like a pause in time.

What first drew me into the creative process for this painting was a reference photo that offered more than a charming scene—it opened a doorway into a world I longed to visit and understand intimately. The interplay of cool blues, the lantern by the window, and the burst of orange blooms felt like an invitation to imagine life unfolding just beyond the frame.

Though I haven’t walked its winding streets, Karpathos left a strong impression—quietly landing on my list of places to explore firsthand someday. It’s remarkable how an image can spark that kind of longing, reminding us that art doesn’t just capture a scene; sometimes it reveals a place we didn’t know we needed to know.

This painting became a way for me to reflect on that sense of peace and curiosity—a reminder that beauty isn’t always grand. Sometimes, it’s found in quiet corners, behind blue shutters.

—Teresa Bernard, oil painter

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“It has a nice hint of Fall colors in this one, but the cool blue shutters are reminiscent of the sea. It’s a nice piece to convey the transition between seasons. ” — @ArtMusic_only, Gab

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