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PaintingsByJoan

Tropical Far North, Queensland, Australia - Artist, Illustrator and Author.
My beautiful home and country is the inspiration for my art.
I see myself as a mixed media artist and an ether artist, I love every medium and they all call to me at one time or another. In the past I have used many of the traditional and untraditional methods for creating my art
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2025-12-14

The echidna was once a playful, smooth creature who loved to roll in the dust & bask in the sun. But after a great battle with a greedy goanna, it grew sharp spines to protect itself.

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Spikes and Spirit Echidna Dreaming by Joan Stratton - paintingsbyjoan.com In Aboriginal Dreamtime stories, the echidna was once a playful, smooth creature who loved to roll in the dust and bask in the sun. But after a great battle with a greedy goanna, it grew sharp spines to protect itself — a symbol of resilience, transformation, and quiet strength. This piece captures that spirit: a vibrant echidna rendered in radiant reds, blues, greens, and golds, its silhouette echoed in soft grey like a memory or a myth. The colours dance across its body like sunlight through gum leaves, and its stance feels curious, grounded, and proud. It feels like courage wrapped in colour. Like a gentle guardian of the bush. Like a reminder that even the smallest creature can carry ancient wisdom. Created using my Ether Art technique - hand-drawn digitally from a blank canvas, this piece blends expressive abstraction with storytelling and vibrant colours. Spikes and Spirit Echidna Dreaming is perfect for lovers of Australian wildlife, whimsical creatures, and joyful design. Available across fine art prints, canvases, puzzles, apparel, and home décor. Loaded without a background so you can choose your own colour on products :) Explore more expressive Aussie animals and nature-inspired art in my gallery at: https://joan-stratton.pixels.com/collections/animals
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A moment of stillness—this spring dragonfly rests on a weathered pier, wings shimmering in the coastal light.
🌿 Spring Dragonfly Perched on Weathered Pier Column now available as prints, home décor, and gifts.

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Spring Dragonfly Perched On Weathered Pier Column by Joan Stratton - paintingsbyjoan.com A dragonfly pauses on a weathered wooden post, wings outstretched, soaking up the spring warmth above tranquil turquoise waters. The sky behind is soft and scattered with clouds, casting gentle shadows across the sea. I created this piece using a mix of traditional painting and my Ether Art technique — layering hand-drawn digital elements over my original canvas to capture the stillness and subtle movement of coastal life. It’s a quiet moment, full of light, texture, and the kind of peace you find near the water’s edge. Spring Dragonfly Perched On Weathered Pier Column is perfect for lovers of nature art, coastal décor, and expressive insect illustrations. Whether displayed in a beach house, meditation space, or sunny nook, it brings a breath of spring and a touch of seaside magic. Available across fine art prints, canvases, apparel, and home décor. Explore more tranquil seascapes and nature-inspired pieces in my gallery at https://joan-stratton.pixels.com/collections/beach+sea+water
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2025-12-14

As twilight falls, Paris and her foal stand watchful and serene—wrapped in the hush of approaching night.
🌌 Night Approaches – Paris and Foal now available as prints, home décor, and gifts.

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Night Approaches Paris and Foal by Joan Stratton - paintingsbyjoan.com As the light fades, Paris and her foal Cam stand quietly — silhouettes softened by the glow of twilight. Their forms are wrapped in shadows and subtle highlights, set against a dreamy background of green polka dots and layered contours. RBH Paris is a Warmblood mare bred for show jumping, she resides at RBH Park - Warmblood breeders & producers of horses for the Show jumping market, in the heart of North East Victoria, Australia. This piece captures her gentle strength and maternal calm as evening settles in. I created it using my Ether Art technique — hand-drawn digitally from a blank canvas, blending traditional drawing methods with modern tools to evoke emotion and atmosphere. Night Approaches Paris and Foal is perfect for equestrian lovers, animal portrait collectors, and anyone drawn to the quiet beauty of horses at rest. Available across fine art prints, canvases, apparel, and home décor. Explore more expressive equine portraits in my Horses Gallery; https://joan-stratton.pixels.com/collections/horses
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One, two, three. I am you and you are me.
Three monochrome daisies bloom in quiet rhythm — soft shadows, bold contrast, and a whisper of orange.

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Monochrome Daisy Shadows Bokeh by Joan Stratton - paintingsbyjoan.com One, two, three. I am you and you are me. All from the same seed, we vary slightly. Three daisies bloom in grayscale — soft shadows and bold contrast layered over a patterned background with hints of orange and brown. The composition plays with geometry and repetition, creating a modern, minimalist rhythm that’s both abstract and organic. I created this piece using my Ether Art technique — hand-drawn digitally from a blank canvas, blending floral forms with graphic design elements. It’s a quiet meditation on identity, symmetry, and the beauty of subtle variation. Monochrome Daisy Shadows Bokeh is perfect for lovers of modern floral art, abstract design, and monochrome elegance. Available across fine art prints, canvases, apparel, and home décor. Explore more geometric florals in my Flower Collection; https://joan-stratton.pixels.com/collections/flowers
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Be calm, stay calm, trust yourself, tread lightly.
A single branch, a whisper of wild grass, a turquoise sky.
This piece is a breath of stillness — drawn from nothing, shaped by softness.

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Whimsical Wild Grass by Joan Stratton - paintingsbyjoan.com Be calm, stay calm, trust yourself, tread lightly. A single branch of wild grass with dried leaves and seed pods, sways gently against a soft turquoise sky — bokeh circles drift across the background like whispers of light. The shadows are subtle, the lines delicate, and the mood quietly whimsical. I created this piece using my Ether Art technique — hand-drawn digitally from a blank canvas, blending botanical simplicity with expressive softness. It’s a visual breath, a moment of stillness, and a gentle reminder to move with grace. Whimsical Wild Grass is perfect for lovers of minimal nature art, calming décor, and soft silhouettes. Available across fine art prints, canvases, apparel, and home décor at https://paintingsbyjoan.com/shop-joan-stratton-art-prints-gifts-online/
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2025-12-14

Still missing my kitty...My garden buddy. Mornings with Milo were a thing. RIP little one...

Cat In The Garden
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A cat in a garden sleeping in the sun by artist Sharon Cummings.
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2025-12-14

Be happy and smile,
spread happiness and positive energy!

Happy smiling banana - hand-painted acrylic painting - get it here:
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Happy smiling banana is an acrylic painting in contemporary square format painted by artist Karen Kaspar. A bright yellow banana forms a smile on a background in vibrant pink.
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2025-12-14

The Moose In Tulip Valley, happy Sunday!
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This is a rustic style canvas of a moose standing in a valley of tulip flowers with a barn and mountains in the background.
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2025-12-14

Der Balkonhörnchen-Kalender 2026 war schneller ausverkauft, als Mini eine Nuss verschwinden lässt – und jetzt habe ich mehrere Anfragen bekommen.

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Some pretty country cardinals for Sunday, have a good one!
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This is a rustic style canvas of a pair of pretty cardinal birds perched on a wagon wheel with a barn in the background and wild daisy flowers.
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2025-12-14

Maroon Bells

I seek out certain destinations that fill this desire of mine to seek out God's beautify of this land.
It actually wasn't too long ago where I can recall first hearing of this place. It is said to be the most photographed view in all of Colorado.
I was so thrilled to see these grand purple mountains showing their fall beauty with the yellow aspens.

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Maroon Bells Bring the majesty of Colorado’s most iconic peaks into your home with this breathtaking photograph of the Maroon Bells. The scene captures a rare moment of perfect stillness: a mirror-like alpine lake reflecting the towering, purplish mountains above. Autumn aspens glow in golden hues against deep evergreens, while soft sunlight warms the rugged ridges in the distance. The composition balances serenity with grandeur, inviting viewers to pause and feel the harmony of earth, water, and sky. This image isn’t just a landscape—it’s a reminder of nature’s quiet power and timeless beauty. Whether displayed in a living room, office, or gallery wall, it creates a sense of calm and awe that draws people in and holds their gaze. A true conversation piece, it speaks to anyone who values the restorative spirit of the outdoors.
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2025-12-14

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A soothing and peaceful panoramic sunrise beach landscape over the Pacific Ocean in beautiful warm tones of red, yellow and blue. I added a touch of digital enhancement in Photoshop to bring out the smoothing effects. This image was shot at Bronte Beach in Sydney, Australia. THE FINE ART AMERICA LOGO WILL NOT APPEAR ON PURCHASED PRINTS OR PRODUCTS.
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Through ice and snow, he leads — calm, constant, and quietly majestic.
This stylized stallion is all cool tones and flowing mane, drawn from digital ether with a touch of winter magic ❄️

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Stallion Snow And Ice by Joan Stratton - paintingsbyjoan.com Through ice and snow, he leads his herd — their one constant. This stylized stallion is drawn in cool blue tones with speckled accents and flowing patterns that evoke winter’s quiet power. His gentle expression and windswept mane carry a sense of calm and resilience, like a guardian moving through frost and silence. Created using my Ether Art technique — hand-drawn digitally from a blank canvas — this piece blends equine elegance with abstract texture and seasonal mood. Stallion Snow And Ice is perfect for horse lovers, winter art collectors, and anyone drawn to expressive animal portraits with a touch of symbolism. Available across fine art prints, canvases, apparel, and home décor. Explore more equine-inspired pieces in my Horses gallery at; https://joan-stratton.pixels.com/collections/horses
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Two little Corellas playing hide-and-seek in paradise — palm fronds, blue skies, and feathered mischief.
I loved painting this moment of tropical peekaboo, where curiosity meets camouflage and those blue-ringed eyes say, “You didn’t see us… right?”

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Palm Peekaboo Australian Little Corellas In Hiding by Joan Stratton - paintingsbyjoan.com Two cheeky white Corellas play hide-and-seek behind a curtain of palm fronds in this tropical slice of paradise. Their soft plumage glows against a dreamy blue sky, while their curious blue-ringed eyes peek through the leaves like feathered spies. I loved capturing this moment of quiet mischief—nature’s own version of peekaboo—where light, shadow, and foliage frame the birds in a dance of camouflage and curiosity. The interplay of light and shadow through the palm fronds creates such a lush, immersive atmosphere. The way the cockatoos are partially veiled by the leaves adds a sense of quiet observation—like we’re catching a glimpse of something intimate and wild. Their blue eye rings pop beautifully against the soft whites and greens, and the gradient sky gives it a dreamy, tropical serenity. This piece blends expressive wildlife art with a touch of whimsy, perfect for bird lovers, tropical dreamers, and anyone who’s ever felt the joy of spotting something beautiful just out of view. The scientific name for Little Corella, Cacatua sanguinea, means 'Blood-stained Cockatoo' and refers to the dark pink markings between the eye & the bill. Also known as the short-billed corella, bare-eyed cockatoo, it is native to Australia & southern New Guinea. Available across fine art prints, canvases, apparel, & home décor. Explore more bird art at https://joan-stratton.pixels.com/collections/birds
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2025-12-14

“Hold still,” they said. But the Ulysses butterfly had other plans…
A surreal fashion portrait where nature meets haute couture — cone flowers, thistles, and fluttering wings crown her head in a vibrant swirl of colour and whimsy.

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Portrait Butterflies Tickle by Joan Stratton - paintingsbyjoan.com "I'm just getting the lighting right," yells the photographer from the distance as the model thinks "This giant Ulysses butterfly is tickling my nose! If you don't take the photographs soon, I'm going to sneeze and ruin everything!" A vibrant fashion portrait featuring a woman in an elaborate floral headdress — cone flowers, thistles, and butterflies swirl around her head like haute couture meets fantasy garden. Her green eyes gaze forward, lips painted pink, framed by abstract lime green shapes and ethereal shadows. Created using my Ether Art technique — hand-drawn digitally from a blank canvas — this piece blends surreal storytelling with bold colour and expressive design. Portrait Butterflies Tickle is perfect for collectors of whimsical fashion art, surreal portraits, and nature-inspired abstraction. Available across fine art prints, canvases, apparel, and home décor.
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Red sky at dawn, tangled roots and stormy waves — nature’s drama unfolds in silhouette.

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Stormy Beach The Break Of Dawn by Joan Stratton - paintingsbyjoan.com With the coming of dawn, there's a hint of red sky amongst the storm clouds. A twisted mangrove tree stands silhouetted against a turbulent sea, its roots tangled in the sand as waves crash and shadows stretch. A lone bird perches beneath its branches, watching the storm roll out and the day roll in. The remains of an old pier, frame the foreground, adding depth and mystery to the scene. Inspired by the beaches and mangrove trees of Weipa, Queensland, this piece blends one of my acrylic paintings with digital Ether Art — hand-drawn from a blank canvas, layering traditional brushwork with expressive digital texture. Stormy Beach The Break Of Dawn is perfect for lovers of dramatic seascapes, coastal nature, and moody landscape art. Available across fine art prints, canvases, apparel, and home décor.
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2025-12-14

Some cultures see the nautilus as a symbol of inner harmony, sacred geometry, and the quiet wisdom of the deep.

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Spiral of the Deep The Nautilus by Joan Stratton - paintingsbyjoan.com A spiral of wonder, a radiant swirl of colour, mystery, and ancient flowing rhythm. Like a creature that remembers the ocean’s first lullaby and still hums it in silence. The nautilus is no ordinary sea creature. It’s a living fossil, a mollusc that’s been drifting through oceans for over 500 million years, wearing its spiral shell like a map of time. Some cultures see it as a symbol of inner harmony, sacred geometry, and the quiet wisdom of the deep. This piece captures that ancient grace: a vibrant nautilus swirling through a dreamscape of colour and light. Its shell spirals like a cosmic fingerprint, while its tentacles reach with curiosity and calm. The shadow behind it feels like memory, a whisper of the ocean’s past. It feels like stillness in motion. Like the hush of the reef before sunrise. Like a secret kept by salt and silence. Created using my Ether Art technique - hand-drawn digitally from a blank canvas, this piece blends expressive abstraction with storytelling and vibrant patterns. Perfect for lovers of marine life, surreal nature, and joyful design. Available across fine art prints, canvases, puzzles, apparel, and home décor. Loaded without a background so you can choose your own colour on products :) Explore more expressive aquatic shells and abstract works in my gallery at: https://joan-stratton.pixels.com/collections/shell+art
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Scottish Highlands Misty Forest Path

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Above coloured photograph featuring the design- Scottish Highlands Misty Forest Path. Lower left design on a Canvas Print on a wall above a bed. Lower right design on a Canvas Print on a bedroom/bathroom wall. I took this photo during a lovely early winter nature walk through the Scottish Highlands. Features tall Pine and Birch trees with bare branches standing amidst a lush, moss-covered forest floor. A light mist creates an ethereal and serene atmosphere. Mockups combined in a grid format in canva.com Click links on the main post for options.
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Stag black and white portrait 🖤

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A proud stag faces the viewer head on, his many pointed antlers reaching upward in perfect symmetry. Every hair of his coat and every curve of his antlers is rendered in crisp monochrome detail against a deep black background. The direct gaze of the deer and the clean composition give the portrait a calm yet powerful presence. Light skims across his muzzle and brow, emphasizing texture and strength while keeping the mood minimal and timeless. Display this piece in a living room, office, or modern hallway to add a touch of wilderness elegance and quiet strength. It pairs beautifully with minimalist interiors, natural materials, and neutral color palettes. Ideal for wildlife lovers, nature enthusiasts, rustic decor fans, and anyone drawn to bold animal portraits and serene black and white imagery.
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2025-12-14

Stout Grove

Stout Memorial Grove is a beautiful stand of redwoods in Northern California. The trail through the grove is short and sweet with access to the Smith River. We sat on the river bank and listened to the wind blow through the trees as the river ran lazy in the early fall.
I captured this image on the way back from the river.

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Stout Grove Imagine standing in a quiet forest where the air feels cool and earthy. Towering redwood trees rise straight up like massive pillars, their trunks wide and textured, stretching far beyond what you can see. The canopy above filters soft daylight, so the ground is bathed in a gentle, dappled glow. A narrow dirt pathway winds through the grove, inviting you to walk deeper into the stillness. The trail feels calm and welcoming, framed by the immense trees on either side. In the distance, the forest seems endless, fading into layers of trunks and shadows. The mood is serene and almost reverent — like stepping into a natural cathedral where the silence is broken only by the whisper of wind through leaves and the faint sound of the nearby river.

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