OPS- Sam Houston Jones Park, Westlake, La, oil painting, Plein Air

    

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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©Barbara Haviland  Barb's Garden 2026 

 by Artist Barbara Haviland
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Natural Haven of Elephant Unity, wildlife, oil painting

    

Natural Haven of Elephant Unity, wildlife

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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©Barbara BarbsGarden 2026  

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Cajun Charlie in a Pirogue, oil painting

     

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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#/

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©Barbara Haviland  Barb's Garden 2026

 by Artist Barbara Haviland
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Watercolor Magnolia,

    

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Magnolia is one of my first watercolors that I have posted on my website. It is done with watercolors on  300lb paper. I love to use this paper as it is forgiving to me.  Let me know how you like this new medium. Thank you.

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©Barbara Haviland  Barb's Garden 2026

 by Artist Barbara Haviland
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Black Steer, oil painting, wild life

This black steer was done from a photo my daughter took and wanted me to paint.  She is always sending my  photos and I am glad.

Done in oils  on a canvas panel.     

©Barbara Haviland  Barb's Garden 2026

  Black Steer  

Medium oils on canvas

Size  14"x11"

 by Artist Barbara Haviland
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Five Sisters and An Egret, One Day Workshop is 60.00 for the day. Sign up

   This is a 1 day workshop and the cost is $60.00 for the Day.

You will need oil  paint, brushes, paper towels and a canvas or surface to paint on 11"x14"

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We start our day of fun at 10 am and break for lunch. (Bring a Sandwich)  I will have drinks. 

We will paint until we finish the painting    Space is limited so please sign up now.

Saturday  April 11, 2026    10 am until we finish

Hope to see you here.

Barbara Haviland  

©Barbara Haviland  Barb's Garden 2026 

 by Artist Barbara Haviland
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Purple Bearded Iris, oil painting, daily paintings

Bearded Iris, oil painting, vase, BarbaraHaviland.net, flower    

This painting is part of my daily painting. It is done from one of my Iris' flowers. It is signedand not framed. The painting measures 7"x5" 

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©Barbara Haviland  Barb's Garden 2026

 by Artist Barbara Haviland
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