🎣 “Still Morning, Grays Lake” — Original Oil by Nick Proykov A quiet moment captured in rich, expressive brushwork: two figures drift across Des Moines’ beloved Grays Lake, surrounded by lush foliage and mirrored reflections. Nick Proykov’s impressionistic palette evokes serenity and depth, inviting the viewer into a world of leisure and light. 16” x…
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Stillness Beneath the Canopy
A moment held in silence—Brian Parr’s Stillness Beneath the Canopy invites you to linger beneath the weight of memory and moss. This 10” x 8” oil on panel captures the quiet dignity of a lone tree standing sentinel over a muted field, its textured brushwork echoing the rhythms of wind and time. Framed in ornate…
El Clavales by Royo
Signed and numbered serigraph on panel 19” x 11” (not including frame) A radiant profile rendered in Royo’s signature impressionistic style—floral, feminine, and full of movement. The swirling brushwork and vibrant palette evoke a dreamlike reverie, while the ornate frame adds timeless grandeur. A rare and intimate moment captured with painterly grace.
Stillness After the Rain by Brian Parr
Stillness After the Rain 36” x 48” · Oil on panel · Original by Brian Parr A contemplative landscape where moisture lingers in the air and the stream mirrors a softened sky. Parr’s expressive brushwork captures the hush of nature’s pause—lush, layered, and deeply serene.
Iowa Serenity IV by Larry Anderson
Iowa Serenity IV By Larry Anderson 22” x 28” acrylic on canvas, framed $1750 A tranquil flight over Iowa’s quiet waters—Larry Anderson’s Iowa Serenity IV captures the stillness of late autumn with masterful realism. Canada geese glide across a mirrored lake, framed by bare trees and a soft horizon glow. This original acrylic painting invites…
Dickinson Quote by Joanna Rafferty
“Hope is the thing with feathers…”Joanna Rafferty’s Dickinson Quote is a lyrical mixed media collage that weaves torn paper, paint, and poetic fragments into a soulful meditation on memory and nature. Featuring Emily Dickinson’s iconic verse, this piece invites quiet reflection through its earthy palette, layered textures, and symbolic motifs—a shell, a leaf, a beach…
Les Parepluies by Pierre Renoir
Les Parepluies by Pierre Renoir — a richly textured etching that captures the quiet poetry of a rainy day. Figures huddle beneath umbrellas, their vintage attire evoking a bygone era of elegance and resilience. Pierre Renoir, grandson of the legendary Pierre-Auguste Renoir, brings emotional depth and narrative nuance to this limited edition work. Framed in…
Les Jeunes Filles au Piano by Pierre Renoir
Les Jeunes Filles au Piano by Pierre Renoir — a lyrical etching that captures an intimate musical moment between two young women. Pierre Renoir, grandson of the iconic Pierre-Auguste Renoir, inherited a keen eye for emotion and detail. This work echoes the elegance of 19th-century domestic life, framed in ornate gold leaf with double matting…
You Diamonds by Joanna Rafferty
Mixed media collage, 35” x 29” (unframed), 47” x 41” (framed) A portal, a tree, a torn edge—Joanna Rafferty’s You Diamonds assembles memory and metaphor into a textured, architectural dreamscape. The blue “OPEN” door invites entry into a layered world of possibility, while fragments of nature and structure suggest resilience, transition, and quiet revelation. A…
Racoon Family by Larry Anderson
🖼️ “Racoon Family” by Larry AndersonOriginal acrylic on canvas, 24” x 20” $975 Framed A quiet moment in the countryside—this charming wildlife scene features a raccoon family nestled beside a hand pump and tipped wooden bucket, framed by golden blooms and rustic textures. Anderson’s brushwork evokes warmth, curiosity, and the timeless rhythm of rural life….
Painting and Sculpture and Music by Joanna Rafferty
Painting and Sculpture and Music by Joanna Rafferty Mixed media collage, 32” x 37” (unframed), 46” x 51” (framed)$1600 A lyrical meditation on time, memory, and the land—Joanna Rafferty’s collage invites viewers into a circular narrative where image and text intertwine. Handwritten fragments like “from the beginning of time…” and “the story…” echo across landscapes…
Yucca
Yucca botanical, retail price $275 framed
Crinum commelinii Jacquin
Crinum commelinii Jacquin — a finely rendered botanical illustration
$575 framed
Music of Spring by Steven Shortridge
Music of Spring by Steven Shortridge
Original oil on canvas, 30” x 40” (40” x 50” framed)
Abstracted Floral by Don Bradshaw
Abstracted Floral by Arizona artist Don Bradshaw
41” x 33” | Mixed media on canvas | Original, unframed
East of the River by Nick Proykov
East of the River
Original oil on canvas by Nick Proykov
30” x 24” | Unframed
Pathway Reverie by Nick Proykov
Pathway Reverie Original oil on canvas by Nick Proykov 24” x 30” A tranquil moment along Gray’s Lake in downtown Des Moines, Pathway Reverie captures the quiet rhythm of everyday life. Cyclists, walkers, and trees in soft motion evoke the serenity of a shared public space—rendered with impressionistic brushwork and a cool, contemplative palette. Nick…
Peppercorn by Alain Pontecorvo
Peppercorn by Alain Pontecorvo 7” x 15” | Oil on canvas | Original, framed size 11” x 20” A master of quiet intensity, Alain Pontecorvo captures the poetry of everyday objects in Peppercorn. This intimate still life balances realism with emotional nuance—each shadow and reflection rendered with painterly precision. The composition invites viewers to pause,…
Geometry of Science by Kati Roberts
Where structure meets soul—this piece pulses with tension and texture. Diagonal lines slice through layered surfaces, revealing a quiet bloom beneath the geometry. A study in contrast, emotion, and visual rhythm.
Celestial Drift by Kati Roberts
Celestial Drift Artist: Kati Roberts Medium: Mixed media on paper Dimensions: 30” x 22” Price: $2,100 A luminous exploration of texture and light, Celestial Drift by Kati Roberts blends deep blues, translucent veils, and scattered gold to create a visual experience that feels both grounded and otherworldly. The composition invites reflection and interpretation, with layered…
Iowa Barn by Yuri Skorupsky
Iowa Barn Artist: Yuri Skorupsky Medium: Oil on linen Dimensions: 36” x 48” Price: $7,500 A sweeping tribute to Iowa’s rolling hills and golden fields, Iowa Barn evokes the warmth and rhythm of rural life. Skorupsky’s masterful brushwork and vivid palette bring movement to the landscape, anchored by a classic red barn and wispy skies….
Skyline Approach by Nick Proykov
Skyline Approach by Nick Proykov, original oil painting of Downtown Des Moines as seen from Grays Lake
Home in Winter by Misu (Mihail) Teisanu
Image size 30” x 40” not including frame. A quiet cabin, a winding stream, and the hush of snowfall—Home in Winter by Misu (Mihail) Teisanu captures the poetic solitude of the season. This original oil on panel glows with soft light and nostalgic warmth, inviting reflection and reverence. Teisanu (1883–1944) was a Romanian Impressionist trained…
Other Hunt Scene by Kurt Heyden
A crisp autumn chase captured in vivid oil—Kurt Heyden’s Hunt Scene (24” x 20”) channels the thrill and tradition of the countryside pursuit. Riders in scarlet, hounds in motion, and golden foliage evoke a timeless narrative of sport and ceremony. Available now for $750.
Hunt Scene by Kurt Heyden
Hunt Scene by Kurt Heyden 24” x 20” original oil on canvas — $750 Tradition meets motion in this vivid countryside pursuit. With bold brushwork and classic composition, Kurt Heyden captures the thrill of the hunt in timeless detail. A striking piece for collectors drawn to equestrian themes and pastoral elegance.
Horton Line Drawing by Dr Seuss
Lithograph on paper, image size 15” x 21” Adapted posthumously from the pre-production large-scale illustration for the 1954 book Horton Hears a Who! Audrey Geisel allowed the Horton Line Drawing to be published for the first time in association with the Art of Dr. Seuss Retrospective and International Touring Exhibition, which was launched in 2004. Horton’s seminal proclamations: “I meant…
Contemplation by Oleg Zhivetin
Oleg Zhivetin’s Contemplation
Small Landscape #22 by Greg Steele
🌿 Small Landscape #22 – Oil on Panel by Greg Steele A study in serenity, Landscape #22 distills nature’s rhythm into a compact 6” x 4” oil on panel. Greg Steele’s brushwork evokes the quiet strength of birch and sky, inviting reflection through layered texture and tonal harmony. A masterclass in small-scale composition, framed with…
Turtle Dreams by Dan Griggs
Turtle Dreams by Dan Griggs
How the Grinch Stole Christmas by Dr. Seuss
🎄 How the Grinch Stole Christmas – Limited Edition Lithograph by Dr. Seuss This 14” x 11” hand-pulled lithograph captures the mischievous charm of the Grinch in classic Seussian style. A rare collector’s piece bursting with holiday nostalgia. Perfect for fans of timeless storytelling and whimsical illustration. Available now at Kavanaugh Art Gallery – where…
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