Name: "By Still Waters" 16" x 20"
SKU: 12302
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“By Still Waters” 16″ x 20″

$495.00

By Still Waters

There are moments when life feels suspended, and everything slows down just enough to notice the beauty around us. A blue heron standing quietly by the water can remind us to breathe, reflect, and simply be present. It was in these pauses—at the creek near my home and along my journey—that this painting was born.

Description

This painting was created during my final season at the Milan Art Institute as I worked toward graduation. I felt drawn to paint something peaceful…something that reflected the quiet places that restore my soul.

I live beside a small creek, and over the years I’ve grown used to seeing blue herons there now and then. They never seem rushed. They stand at the water’s edge with a calm patience, watching and waiting. Whenever I see one, it makes me pause too.

While I was working on this painting, a blue heron appeared at the creek—twice. Both times I stopped what I was doing just to watch. Their stillness has a way of settling my heart.

Then something even more meaningful happened.

When I traveled to Florida for my graduation, I saw another blue heron—this time up close. Standing there at the end of such an important season of learning and growth, it felt like a quiet gift. Almost as if this graceful bird had been gently accompanying my journey all along.