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"The Passenger" Acrylic painting on canvas - 12"x16". The style and inspiration are from Edward Hopper and Jack Vettriano. The original painting uses muted tones and a mid-tone underpainting. The lady in the painting is seen pondering life as she travels on a train. Void of any real emotion leaves it up to the viewer to read into it what she is thinking. It is an older style but would go with any room decor. Yet small enough to fit even a small room. The original is for sale at $800.00. Glecie prints 9x12 signed with a certificate of authenticity by my hand, are available at $25.00 Larger canvas prints are available in multiple sizes. Email me for a quote. mike@mikeadkins.info
"Leaving" A little girl standing with her dog, looking into the back of the family car. She knows it is about time to set forth on a new adventure. You can feel the emotion and uncertainty. The prints are all printed on heavy-weight 100% archival museum-quality paper with long-lasting dyes. The prints are made to last generations. Each print is hand-signed and numbered and is all limited edition. The prints are small enough to fit even a small room. The original is for sale at $200.00. Glecie prints 9x12 signed with a certificate of authenticity by my hand, are available at $25.00 Larger canvas prints are available in multiple sizes. Email me for a quote. mike@mikeadkins.info
My Children's illustrations in watercolor are the essence of storytelling. They capture the enchanting world of a child's imagination with soft, fluid colors and simple brushstrokes. This medium brings stories to life with a gentle, dreamlike quality, making characters and scenes feel fun and inviting. The transparency and layering of watercolor allow for vibrant yet subtle details, perfect for creating whimsical and expressive images that resonate with young readers. Whether depicting playful animals, magical landscapes, or everyday adventures, my watercolor illustrations attempt to evoke a sense of wonder and creativity, drawing children into the heart of the story. These illustrations would be perfect for a child's room, that would help them create their own stories. And if you have a young budding artist, I hope these paintings would help inspire them to create their own painting.