Monarch Butterfly Art Print of Original Watercolor Painting

"Monarch Butterfly"

I have been away from my blog for way too long. Painting, gardening, travel, family fun - so much to do, so little time! Has that ever happened to you? I've saved a lot for you and will have to catch up fast!

I absolutely love watching the colorful butterflies in my summer garden flit from flower to flower! In this painting, a Monarch butterfly rests momentarily on the Blood Flower Scarlet Milkweed, (Asclepias, if you want to get technical!). It's one of this butterfly's favorites! As with most of my paintings, this one is inspired by the many flowers and creatures in my garden. 

This is the first butterfly I've ever painted and I'm wondering what you think of it. I hope to hear from you soon!

Linked to:
Butterflies and Moths of North America
Butterfly Corner  links to butterflies of the continents of the world 
Butterfly Workx,  a commercial butterfly farm-- species information links and identification guides
Butterfly Rescue International
The Butterfly WebSite  with links to blogs, articles, and more
North American Butterfly Association

PLEASE VOTE FOR MY SUNSET WITH PELICAN

SUNSET WITH PELICAN

I hope that you will check out the Great Finds contest and vote for my "Sunset with Pelican" photograph! Scroll down on the left of the site below to vote, if you like, for my Barbara Rosenzweig photo!

So many wonderful items! This is a tough choice, but I hope that you will check out my photo, too. Don't forget to vote for your fav!http://www.madeformebyoaklie.com/GreatFinds.html

Orange Paradise

Stella Sargantani from MLivista created this absolutely stunning collection of ORANGE handmade and fine art items. Honored to have my Sunset with Pelican photograph included!!

Linked to Savvy HomeMade Monday, Tell Me! Tuesdays, Handmade Tuesdays,

RUSTY MOTOR

RUSTY MOTOR

Love at first sight - rich rusty colors blended with wonderful blues, with vivid shadows! Who would think that a motor could give such pleasure? Treat the man in your life to a great painting that will really liven up his workshop!

Rusty Views

Zyles from Zyles created this absolutely gorgeous collection. Here rust looks amazing, especially with my Rusty Motor painting!

DOGWOOD TREE IN AUTUMN

DOGWOOD TREE IN AUTUMN

I planted a dogwood tree over 40 years ago and still love painting it. In the fall it has beautiful red berries and leaves starting to crinkle and change colors. Add this painting for a wonderful touch of Nature in your home.

2012 Color Trends

Iridonousa from Iridonousa created a collection of the latest color trends for 1012. So glad that she selected my Dogwood Tree in Autumn! 

SUNSET WITH PELICAN

SUNSET WITH PELICAN

"Sunset with Pelican" is a Fine Art Photograph that shows the brilliance of a dramatic orange sky. The pelican adds a wonderful dimension to this Gulf of Mexico scene. This photo was taken on Anna Maria Island in Florida and will make a great addition to your home.

It's a story about a Fairy Tale...

Sigalit Alcalai from SigalitAlcalai selected great finds for her collection, including my Sunset with Pelican photograph. I hope that you enjoy each one!




 At Day's End...

Summer from SummerWilson8 created this stunning collection. My Sunset with Pelican fits right in with this theme.

RUSTY MOTOR

RUSTY MOTOR

It was love at first sight - the rich rusty colors blended with the wonderful blues, along with vivid shadows! Who would think that an electric motor could give such pleasure? Treat the man in your life to a great painting that will really liven up his workshop!

Rusty Skies

Ale from ixela created this stunningly colored collection of handmade and fine art gift items. My Rusty Motor fits right in!

SUNSET WITH PELICAN

SUNSET WITH PELICAN

"Sunset with Pelican" is a Fine Art Photograph that shows the brilliance of a dramatic orange sky. The pelican adds a wonderful dimension to this Gulf of Mexico scene. This photo was taken on Anna Maria Island in Florida and will make a great addition to your home.

BON JOUR
Mona Abraham from TasteofShabbyChic created this stunningly bright collection of handmade and fine art items. Thanks for including my Sunset photograph!

NEW PAINTING! RED ORANGE DAYLILY

NEW PAINTING! RED ORANGE DAYLILY

Summer is the time for this wonderful plant to shine in my garden! I love the variety of colors that can be found on each plant! This fine art reproduction of my original watercolor painting is a brilliant example of summer garden riches!

Linked to Savvy Homemade Monday , Tell Me! Tuesdays, Handmade Tuesedays, Life as this Mommy Knows It. Share the Love Wednesday, Wow Us Wednesdays!, Fall into Fall, Primp Yourself Wednesday, Alphabe-Thursday

Santa, If You Really Loved Me...Part 1

"...You would shop for me at these shops! Enjoy shopping these shops for the holidays! My friends and faithfully reliables for my holiday list I present to you! Enjoy!" says Anna Pereira from AnnaPereira .

SUNSET WITH PELICAN

SUNSET WITH PELICAN

"Sunset with Pelican" is a Fine Art Photograph that shows the brilliance of a dramatic orange sky. The pelican adds a wonderful dimension to this Gulf of Mexico scene. This photo was taken on Anna Maria Island in Florida and will make a great addition to your home.

Linking to "Life as this Mommy Knows It."

On Fire for Pumpkins
"Giving Thanks for family, friends and the harvest of pumpkins!" says JimAndGina from JimAndGina .

SUNSET WITH PELICAN FINE ART PHOTOGRAPH

SUNSET WITH PELICAN

"Sunset with Pelican" is a Fine Art Photograph that shows the brilliance of a dramatic orange sky. The pelican adds a wonderful dimension to this Gulf of Mexico scene. This photo was taken on Anna Maria Island in Florida and will make a great addition to your home.

This Gift Guide is ON FIRE!
"Warm up your holiday shopping with members of the On Fire For Handmade Team!" says Aimee from aimeesrockworks . Enjoy!

SUNSET ABSTRACT 1 WATERCOLOR

SUNSET ABSTRACT

by Barbara Rosenzweig

The changing colors of the sky always fascinated me. Here, the sun had just set and the sky's vibrant hues are vividly reflected in the water. This origianl watercolor painting is a soothing addition to your home.

Sunsets on Fire
"Last night's sunset was as gorgeous as these! Enjoy!" says Curator JimAndGina from JimAndGina.

PURPLE RAIN WATERCOLOR PAINTING

PURPLE RAIN

by Barbara Rosenzweig

I was inspired to create this one day while looking out of my window during a storm and picturing all of the wonderful colors that could be there instead of gray! This will be stunning in a modern as well as traditional home!

Shades of Purple
"Treasury Island Team spotlight featuring ShellBeach and other Treland team members," says Curator Fawn from HanaMauiCreations of their delightful collection. Check out these wonderful finds!

Lavender and Orange
Curator Mascara Jones from mascarajones created this absolutely eye-popping collection! I hope that you enjoy it.

SUNSET WITH PELICAN FINE ART PHOTOGRAPH

SUNSET WITH PELICAN

by Barbara Rosenzweig

"Sunset with Pelican" is a Fine Art Photograph that shows the brilliance of a dramatic orange sky. The pelican adds a wonderful dimension to this Gulf of Mexico scene. This photo was taken on Anna Maria Island in Florida and will make a great addition to your home.

Linking to Mellow Yellow Monday.

Finding the Light of Gold

Curators Fawn and Alohi from HanaMauiCreations selected these wonderful handmade items and fine art for you to enjoy!

SUNSET WITH PELICAN PHOTOGRAPH

Sunset with Pelican

by Barbara Rosenzweig

"Sunset with Pelican" is a Fine Art Photograph that shows the brilliance of a dramatic orange sky. The pelican adds a wonderful dimension to this Gulf of Mexico scene. This photo was taken on Anna Maria Island in Florida and will make a great addition to your home.

Letting go....

Curator Tonka from MeNeTi said, "After the darkness brightness comes... With the special feature of OnFireTeam and Team BG members!" Enjoy these wonderful creations!

Tupelo Honey - On Fire Team

"My favorite song....and some gorgeous honey-colored items from the On Fire For Handmade team!" says Curator Andrea from bluehighways.

SUNSET WITH PELICAN

Sunset with Pelican

Fine Art Photograph

by Barbara Rosenzweig

"Sunset with Pelican" is a Fine Art Photograph that shows the brilliance of a dramatic orange sky. The pelican adds a wonderful dimension to this Gulf of Mexico scene. This photo was taken on Anna Maria Island in Florida and will make a great addition to your home.

Linked to Alphabe-Thursday.

Fire it up!
"Fire it up this fall with creations by the On Fire for Handmade, Etsy Promo Love, Luna Essence Arts and Crafts World and Handmade Harbor Teams! Woo Hoo!!" says Curator Anne from madeformebyoaklie  of her stunning collection. Enjoy!



On Fire - on fire for handmade team
"If I were fire, I'd be on Etsy," says Curator Tina Williams from jpogodesigns of her stunning red-hot collection! Thrilled that she included my Sunset with Pelican.

BEACH WALK AT SUNSET

Beach Walk at Sunset

Fine Art Photograph

by Barbara Rosenzweig

Beach Walk at Sunset is a fine art photograph that conveys the serenity of walking on a Gulf of Mexico beach. This was taken on Anna Maria Island in Florida and will make a great addition to a shore house.

Orange You Glad You're On Fire

The Curator from Lusmysticjewels created this wonderful collection featuring items that are orange! I'm so glad that she selected my Beach Walk at Sunset photograph for this stunning Etsy Treasury!

SUNSHINE SUNFLOWER PAINTING

"Sunshine Sunflower"

by Barbara Rosenzweig

This striking sunflower painting was inspired by a trip to Tuscany. I love the flower's varying shades of golden yellow with the russet browns of the seeds. Even more dazzling are the deep greens of the leaves against a royal blue sky. This painting will be a knock-out in your home, especially in Tuscan decor!

Maize and Blue

"Inspired by my son's departure for "that school up north!'" says Curator Brenda Pokorny from brendapokorny. This is a real eye popper and I'm honored that my "Sunshine Sunflower" was included here.

Sweet September
"Fall is in the air, school has begun, September is here!" says Curator Joy Patzner from AJoyfulCreation. I'm so thankful that my "Sunshine Sunflower" painting was chosen for this stunning collection.

YELLOW TULIP WATERCOLOR PAINTING

"Yellow Tulip"

Watercolor Painting

by Barbara Rosenzweig

The Yellow Tulip's brilliant red stripes on lavish golden yellow petals make this flower a real knock-out! My brilliant painting comes right from the flowers in my garden. To maximize this stunning effect, put this large floral on a central wall to be the amazing focal point of the room!

I've got sunshine...on a cloudy day
"Now that Hurricane Irene is over, let the sunshine reign! Here is a collection of items by Etsy artisans that evoke the sun and that warm and fuzzy feeling," says Curator Rabihah Mateen from rmateen. So glad that she included my "Yellow Tulip" in her colorful collection!

SUNSET, MOUNTAINS, AND LAKE

"Sunset, Mountains, and Lake"

Framed Original Watercolor Painting

By Barbara Rosenzweig

Trees silhouetted along a lonely lake, mountains in the background, and a soft pink sunset made this scene irresistible to paint! A wonderful choice for your home or office in its sleek, contemporary black metal frame.

"Lush"ious Paints
"A collection of paintings from some very talented "etsyLush" artists," is how Curator from greenpix describes her varied and colorful collection of fine art, which includes my peaceful "Sunset, Mountains, and Lake."

FRUIT SALAD

"Morning Coffee &Fruit"

Original Still Life Framed Watercolor Painting

By Artist Barbara Rosenzweig

Sitting quietly with my morning coffee, I started playing with my food - something my mother emphatically told me as a kid not to do! But the color combinations were so lovely and the arrangement so appealing, I decided to paint this serene scene. My original framed painting would look great in your kitchen or make a wonderful housewarming gift!

Curator Jessica Torrant of JessicaTorrant created this lusciously vibrant collection of  fine art. It's an honor to be included here.