Shelly Wierzba
Fine Arts
Landscape and still life oil paintings which capture the depth and variety that inspires the world around us. Studio paintings and paintings created en plein air throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and the western states.
High Desert Landscapes
My landscape paintings are inspired by the forests, lakes, rivers, and fields of both my home in Central Oregon as well as my travels throughout the country. Mother nature provides my creativity with an endless supply of subjects; the golden hues of an Aspen stand as summer transitions into fall, the sharp contrast of the snow against bare earth of an early season snowfall, and the blue-bird clear skies of a summer afternoon.
I find inspiration in the way the light affects the landscape and natural elements; it’s never the same from day-to-day or hour-to-hour.
I hope you enjoy your journey through my portfolio of fine art paintings. If you are interested in featuring my art, would like to discuss a piece currently for sale or have any other question, please feel free to contact me.
Latest Work
My paintings are not just about design and composition, just as writing is not about grammar and spelling. These are just the tools of an artist, used to express emotions, thoughts, or story.
Ode to Blue
Oil. 12 x 12. After a long winter and a pandemic-spring, the warmth of summer and fresh flowers from my garden have been a welcome change. Available for Sale.
Welcome This Day
Oil. 16 x 20. Painted from a plein air study and completed in my studio from photos, the early light of a tranquil hillside called out to be captured. Available for Sale.
Monumental
Oil. 30 x 37. To behold Smith Rock State Park as the early morning rays warm the columns of basalt is truly awe-inspiring. Available.
Still Life Oil Paintings
My Still Life paintings arise from a self-imposed artistic challenge, or a “what if” concept. I start with the concept and then set up the objects that represent the idea. It’s also a time to play and learn.
The oil medium allows me to develop my composition by subtracting and adding paint with a variety of tools and to build the thick textures that I admire from the Russian Impressionists.
Release your individual creativity.
Recent Events
American Impressionists Society
My painting, Last Warmth has been selected for the American Impressionists Society; 21st Annual National Juried Exhibition. The exhibition will be held at Illume Gallery of Fine Art in St. George, Utah, and will run October 22 through November 28.
I am overjoyed! This painting marks my third acceptance into an AIS show and I am honored to be included in such a prestigious event.
Contact Shelly
Please feel free to contact me with any questions or gallery inquiries. I will respond to your message within 24 hours.