60” x 30” enhanced giclee on canvas A moonlit embrace rendered in vibrant abstraction—Sabzi captures intimacy in motion, where floral rhythms and expressive outlines blur the boundary between figure and feeling. Her white dress flows like memory; his dark suit anchors the moment. A dance of color, connection, and quiet passion.
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1990’s West Des Moines Poster
Framed nostalgia from the heart of Iowa — this 22” x 28” illustrated map of West Des Moines captures the city’s commercial spirit in vivid 1990s detail. Bold typography, local landmarks, and a sleek black metal frame make it a standout piece for collectors, locals, or anyone who loves civic history with style. In perfect…
Grand Canyon Arizona by Yuri Skorupsky
36” x 48” • Oil on canvas • A winter hush over the canyon’s vastness—where snow softens stone and silence deepens the view. Skorupsky captures the grandeur with reverence and restraint, letting light and shadow tell the story.
Village Sunrise by John Chehak
Village Sunrise28” x 22” acrylic on canvas by John Chehak$700 A quiet valley stirs beneath a rising sky—Chehak’s brush captures the hush of early light, where steeples and rooftops glow with promise. This piece invites stillness, reflection, and the warmth of a new beginning.
Nuetone by Claudio Ciardi
Nuetone Oil on canvas, 31” x 51” By Claudio Ciardi A sweeping view of the Mediterranean coast, Nuetone captures the timeless charm of red-tiled rooftops, sunlit arches, and a serene harbor. Claudio Ciardi’s brushwork is both precise and poetic—rendering architectural detail with warmth and nostalgia. Whether Portofino, Positano, or a dreamlike blend of both, this…
Westport Square by John Carroll
Westport Square Oil on canvas, 18” x 14” By John Carroll $750 (unframed) A sunlit stroll through Kansas City’s beloved Westport neighborhood, Westport Square captures the charm of tree-lined sidewalks, historic storefronts, and the golden hush of late afternoon light. Carroll’s impressionistic brushwork and rich palette evoke a sense of nostalgia and quiet joy—an everyday…
Amalfi Coast by Antonio Iannicelli
Amalfi Coast by Antonio IannicelliOil on canvas, 40” x 29” A sunlit stone path leads the eye through flowering terraces and warm hillside dwellings, cascading toward the deep blue sea. Iannicelli’s brushwork evokes the serenity of Mediterranean life—where sailboats drift and time slows. A timeless invitation to wander.
Colorful Enercondo by Manuel Rubalo
Color in motion, emotion in bloom.Manuel Rubalo’s Colorful Enercondo (36” x 12”, oil on canvas) bursts with expressive brushwork and radiant hues. This vertical composition channels floral vitality through abstract rhythm—an invitation to feel, not just see.
Axis of Intuition by Kati Roberts
“Axis of Intuition” Original mixed media on paper by Kati Roberts 28” x 9” | $700 Framed with black mat and gold frame Can be hung vertically or horizontally
Trip 3 Town by John Chehak
Trip 3 Town by John Chehak (24” x 30” acrylic on canvas) A layered cityscape where geometry becomes narrative—muted reds, browns, and blues converge into a surreal rhythm of rooftops and facades. The abstraction suggests both movement and pause, a town imagined as part of a larger journey.
Stillness Beneath the Branches by Nick Proykov
“Stillness Beneath the Branches”Plein Air oil on canvas by Nick Proykov 30 x 24 inches · $600 Nick Proykov’s impressionist style thrives on atmosphere—his brushwork is loose yet deliberate, capturing fleeting light and seasonal mood with emotional clarity. In this plein air piece, painted at Waterworks Park in Des Moines, the leafless trees and mirrored…
Ethereal Blossoms by Manuel Rubalo
A cascade of color, a moment suspended.Manuel Rubalo’s Ethereal Blossoms (36” x 12”, oil on canvas) channels floral exuberance through bold texture and moody depth. Each bloom pulses with energy, rising from shadow into light—an abstract ode to nature’s resilience and grace.
Winter Warrior by Norris Chee
Winter Warrior by Norris Chee 30” x 24” acrylic on canvas $700 A lone rider crosses the snowbound plains, cloaked in ancestral strength. The wolf spirit watches from above—guardian, guide, and echo of resilience. Chee’s brushwork evokes motion and mysticism, grounding Native tradition in the hush of winter.
The President’s Birthday 1962 by Leroy Neiman
🎂🇺🇸 Marilyn Sings Again — Leroy Neiman’s “The President’s Birthday 1962” captures the glamour and spectacle of JFK’s iconic 45th birthday celebration. This 36” x 32” signed and numbered serigraph (146/250) bursts with Neiman’s signature energy: bold brushwork, patriotic pageantry, and a stage lit by history. A moment immortalized. A muse remembered.
Lute Players by Maxfield Parrish
Lute Players Maxfield Parrish (1870–1966)1924 lithograph, 18” x 30” Original Period frame $850 A luminous moment of leisure and harmony, Lute Players captures Parrish’s signature blend of neoclassical elegance and dreamlike serenity. Three women recline in a pastoral setting, their flowing garments and golden lutes evoking timeless beauty. The composition glows with Parrish’s hallmark blues…
The Joy of Color by Manuel Rubalo
The Joy of Color Oil on canvas, 27” x 27” by Manuel Rubalo A jubilant bouquet bursts from the canvas in this richly textured oil painting, where Rubalo’s palette knife dances across the surface with spontaneous energy. Vivid reds, blues, and yellows swirl into lyrical abstraction, capturing the emotional essence of floral beauty. Born in…
Irises by Doug Shelton
Irises by Doug Shelton 31” x 24” oil on panel A bloom suspended in mist—Shelton’s iris glows with botanical precision and emotional depth. The Des Moines native, now based in Tucson, is known for his surreal and hyper-realistic “story” paintings. With a career spanning murals in the U.S. Capitol and intricate still lifes, Shelton’s work…
Galilee by August Holland ASMA
Galilee by August Holland ASMA20” x 30” • Oil on canvas Sunlight breaks through a restless sky as the GALILEE sails into view—its rigging taut, its sails aglow, its course unwavering. Holland’s masterful brushwork captures not just the motion of the sea, but the spirit of adventure itself. A tribute to maritime grace and the…
Breakers by August Holland ASMA
20” x 24” oil on canvas A symphony of sea and sky—where jagged rocks meet crashing waves and light breaks through the storm. Holland captures nature’s raw power with cinematic intensity, balancing turbulence with transcendence.
In the Village by Alexy Dmitriyev
In the Village by Alexy Dmitriyev24” x 32” oil on canvas Daily life unfolds in warm light—chickens scatter, a bicycle rolls forward, and the rhythm of the countryside carries quiet strength. Dmitriyev’s work reflects the resilience of Ukraine, capturing simplicity and beauty in equal measure.
Mother and Child by Don Hatfield
20” x 30” serigraph on paper A quiet moment suspended in light—Hatfield’s impressionistic touch reveals the tenderness of connection, where nature cradles intimacy and time slows to a hush. Serenity blooms in every brushstroke.
Still Life with Fruit by Sarah Rosen
Bold fruit, quiet poetry.Sarah Rosen’s Still Life with Fruit distills the essence of domestic calm into a textured 10” x 10” encaustic on canvas. With rich outlines and a muted backdrop, this piece invites contemplation—where pears and apple become symbols of balance and warmth. Available now for $400.
Red October by Teresa Onoda
Red October by Teresa Onoda 20” x 24” • Oil on canvas A vineyard ablaze with autumn’s final flourish—crimson vines stretch toward rolling hills, where color and light collide in a symphony of harvest. Onoda’s brushwork pulses with energy, capturing the fleeting beauty of October’s fire before the quiet of winter.
Madona Cuidando el Niño by Diana Mendoza
Madona Cuidando El Niño Oil on canvas, 24” x 24” By Diana Mendoza A luminous portrayal of maternal grace, Madona Cuidando el Niño reflects Diana Mendoza’s signature fusion of European iconography and Peruvian tradition. The Virgin Mary, adorned in radiant blue and gold, cradles the infant Jesus in a moment of quiet devotion. Mendoza’s intricate…
Bay Area Baseball by LeRoy Neiman
Bay Area Baseball Serigraph on paper, 28” x 36”Signed and numbered by LeRoy Neiman A vivid celebration of America’s pastime, Bay Area Baseball captures the electric energy of batting practice in San Francisco. Neiman’s signature style—bold color, dynamic brushwork, and rhythmic composition—transforms a familiar sports ritual into a visual symphony of motion and anticipation. The…
Forgotten Garden by Henri Plisson
Henri Plisson (American, b. 1934)Signed and numbered serigraph on canvas 24 x 36 inches not including frame. A lush stairway garden blooms in late-season color—purple asters, golden marigolds, and soft white petals lead the eye toward a quiet stone home under a blue sky. Plisson’s impressionist brushwork evokes memory and mood, inviting the viewer into…
Legion’s Cypress by Teresa Onoda
Legion’s Cypress 30” x 22” • Oil on canvas • OriginalBy Teresa Onoda A windswept coastal moment rendered in bold strokes and luminous color. The cypress stands sentinel—rooted in rhythm, reaching toward sky.
Trip 1 Town by John Chehak
John Chehak — “Trip 1 Town”This 28” x 22” acrylic on canvas captures a stylized hillside cityscape in Chehak’s signature geometric rhythm. Earth tones, angular rooftops, and layered architecture evoke both abstraction and place — a quiet trip through form and memory.
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Flowers in the Field by Teresa Onoda
Flowers in the Field Oil on canvas, 24 x 36 inches By Teresa Onoda A symphony of bloom and brushstroke—Teresa Onoda’s Flowers invites the viewer into a landscape alive with color and calm. Rows of vibrant petals stretch toward distant hills, guiding the eye through a rural dreamscape where white cottages nestle among trees and…
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