Size of completed piece is 4"x 4 painting is 3x4
Frames are by Durci Designs
HE is risen !!!!
Hand Selected, Hand Painted and Artfully Arranged, Garden paintings by Barbara Haviland. I am a contemporary Texas oil painter, painting from my heart my life, my gardens, the landscapes and animals around me. Commissions are encouraged.
Size of completed piece is 4"x 4 painting is 3x4
Frames are by Durci Designs
HE is risen !!!!
Here is an interesting tale:
Scarface Charley was a celebrated Modoc warrior and chief of the Modoc tribe, who is best known through his connection with Captain Jack, or Kintpuash, during the Modoc War of 1872-73.
By his people, he was known as Chǐkclǐkam-Lupalkuelátko, meaning “wagon scar-faced,” from having been run over by a mail stage when a child, hence the name by which he was known to the whites.
Captain Jack spoke of him as a relative, but it is also said that he was a Rogue River Indian of the Tipsoe Tyee (Bearded Chief’s) band and joined Captain Jack some years before the war of 1873 when 22 years of age. Scarface was among those who taunted Jack when he was disposed to enter into a peace treaty after the first attack and repulse of the white soldiers.
When the Modoc became angered during Judge Steele’s last visit to them in the lava beds, Scarface and Captain Jack saved the life of Steele by guarding him during the night. When Odeneal and Dyar visited the Modoc on January 27, 1873, on behalf of the Commissioner of Indian Affairs, Scarface would have killed them on the spot had he not been restrained by Captain Jack. He was also the first to fire on the troops when they attempted the arrest of Captain Jack’s band the next day in the Battle of the Lost River.


Surrender of the Modoc Indians,
March 14,2026, I went to Sam Houston Jones Park in Westlake, La to plein air paint with the Outdoor Painters Society. We had to greatest time. I brought one of my students and we had a wonderful time. I love painting the Bayou and this painting is no exception.
Lots of people were out in the park. Toni and I will go there again! She loved Plein Air. I saw three of my favorite painting buddies and caught up. Help me put a name to this painting!! What would you name it?
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3/26/2026 by Barbara Haviland-Texas Artist
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"Natural Haven of Elephant Unity." This piece, which showcases two elephants standing closely together in a lush, natural setting, holds a special place in my heart. The intimate bond between the elephants is conveyed through their positioning and the detailed brushwork that captures the texture of their skin and the richness of the backdrop. Working predominantly with natural shades of green, brown, and gray, I aimed to create a realistic environment, reminiscent of a forest or savanna.
The inspiration for this painting came from my deep admiration for the gentle giants of the animal kingdom and their strong family bonds. One unique aspect of creating this piece was experimenting with a blend of soft and defined strokes to balance texture and detail, achieving a harmonious and lifelike depiction.
I hope you find this artwork as inspiring and heartwarming as I intended it to be. Thank you for your continued support and interest in my work. Stay tuned for more updates and projects on the horizon. Measures 16"x8"

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Cajun Charlie is done oils on a panel that my husband makes. He measures 18"x14" and would take a standard frame. It is not framed here. The painting is available here : https://www.barbarahaviland.net/workszoom/5090577/cajun-charlie-in-pirogue-fishing#/
Mini Sunflower is done on watercolor paper in oils and is framed in the frame you see. Size of completed piece is 4"x 4 pa...
Mini Dogwood framed is done in oils on watercolor paper and is framed in the frame you see.
Size is 17/8x1 7/8" frame is 4"x4" My daughter gave me all of the frames for the tiny paintings. She makes frames.
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