Sunday, September 20, 2026

Chef's Ensemble, still life, kitchen art, oil painting

     onions,peppers, drape, still life, oil painting, BarbaraHaviland.net

onions,peppers, drape, still life, oil painting, BarbaraHaviland.net

Introducing "Chef's Ensemble," a captivating still life painting that beautifully captures the essence of everyday culinary essentials. Measuring 9" by 12" and rendered with oils on canvas, this piece features a vibrant collection of vegetables that are arranged in a harmonious and visually appealing composition. 
At the heart of the artwork, a green bell pepper and a red bell pepper stand prominently, exuding lush, natural colors. Accompanying them is a bundle of fresh leeks, their long green stalks adding an interesting vertical element to the scene. A single green chili pepper completes the ensemble, adding a hint of spice to the otherwise serene composition. The vegetables are set against a rich, dark purple draped fabric background, which serves to enhance their vivid hues and varied textures.
The thoughtful arrangement of the vegetables, coupled with the striking use of color and texture, creates a visually engaging scene that draws the viewer in. The rich, dark backdrop contrasts beautifully with the bright, fresh produce, making "Chef's Ensemble" a delightful celebration of the simple yet essential elements of cooking. This piece is sure to add warmth and character to any space, particularly for those who find joy in the culinary arts.

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©Barbara Haviland  Barb's Garden 2026
 by Artist Barbara Haviland
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Saturday, September 19, 2026

Lady in Black, oil painting, 16x8

     figure, lady, black, oil painting, 16x8, BarbaraHaviland.net

figure, lady, black, oil painting, 16x8, BarbaraHaviland.net

Lady in Black   measures 16x8 and is done in oils.


©Barbara Haviland  Barb's Garden 2026 
 by Artist Barbara Haviland
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Friday, September 18, 2026

Dyptich Bayou paintings,

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This is  some cypress trees I painted on a piece of stained wood that my husband made for me.  It has an oval  routed out and that is where I painted the bayou 

This is the second piece to match my other bayou painting. The painting is in the routed out oval of the wood. It is one  piece of wood and the  wood has been stained. They look good   side by side.  The wood frame was made from Pecan wood after a tree fell from a Hurricane. Together they measure 20"x 12".


©Barbara Haviland  Barb's Garden 2026
 by Artist Barbara Haviland
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Wednesday, September 16, 2026

Five Sisters and Egret, bayou oil painting

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Five Sisters and Egret  is a painting I have done from a photo a friend gave me.  The trees are called Five Sisters.

I added the fishing egret and liked him.     

©Barbara Haviland  Barb's Garden 2026  
 by Artist Barbara Haviland
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Tuesday, September 15, 2026

Seascape Pacific Ocean, oil painting

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This is my latest seascape done using shapes and textures.  I like this one too.   Learning a bunch. measures 9"x12" and is signed

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©Barbara Haviland  Barb's Garden 2026 
 by Artist Barbara Haviland
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Sunday, September 13, 2026

Pretty Boy Preening Feathers, oil painting, bird

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I painted this at Shangri-La in Orange, Texas.  We were off the pathway and had to   watch for other critters.    This Egret was so twisted and preening his feathers.  Look closely for where his beak is.   

Pretty Boy Egret Preening

Oil on canvas

12x16

Signed and ready to hang

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©Barbara Haviland  Barb's Garden 2026
 by Artist Barbara Haviland
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Saturday, September 12, 2026

Turkeys at the Shadow Home in Montana, oil painting

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Turkeys at the Shadow Home in Montana

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This was painted several years ago when we went to Montana. I would love to live there.  It is so beautiful. Woke up  one morning to find   these turkey's in the yard.. The painting measures 24"x18" and is done in oils on a Stretched canvas.

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©Barbara Haviland  Barb's Garden 2026
 by Artist Barbara Haviland
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Chef's Ensemble, still life, kitchen art, oil painting

      onions,peppers, drape, still life, oil painting, BarbaraHaviland.net Introducing " Chef's Ensemble ," a captivating sti...