by maureen bailey
Pastels
h: 42 w: 30 d: 1 (cms).
Rocky is a pastel painting inspired by a photograph by American photographer Mark Lurther. When I first saw his image of a young raccoon peeking around a tree—whether out of curiosity or caution—I knew I had to paint it. The soft colours, the way the light played on its fur, and that tentative pose captured me immediately. Raccoons are often misunderstood, yet they have just as much right to be here as any of us. In this moment, the little creature seems both vulnerable and full of wonder—perhaps hiding from danger, or maybe just watching the world go by. I wanted to bring that feeling to life in pastel, celebrating not just the raccoon itself, but the quiet beauty of an animal often overlooked.
£375.00 (As exhibited.)
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by maureen bailey
Pastels
h: 30 w: 29 d: 1 (cms).
Hare at Dawn is a pastel painting inspired by a photograph by The Other Kev on Pixabay. I was drawn to the way the hare sits so calmly, as if completely unaware of the world around him. Set in a field of lavender—one of my favourite plants—the scene felt both peaceful and timeless. I wanted to capture not just the hare’s quiet presence, but also the fresh greenery touched by the soft morning light. It’s a moment of stillness in nature, where beauty reveals itself in the simplest of ways.
£295 (As exhibited.)
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by maureen bailey
Pastels
h: 32 w: 22 d: 1 (cms).
Silent Watcher is a pastel painting inspired by a photograph by American photographer Mark Lurther. This little Eastern Bluebird immediately caught my eye—so small, yet with such striking presence. Its vivid blue and orange plumage isn’t something we often see here, which made it all the more captivating to paint. There was a quiet charm about the way it sat, watchful and still, as though guarding its space. This piece was also a personal challenge, being my very first bird in pastels. Capturing the delicate balance of softness and vibrancy pushed me to grow, and I loved bringing this beautiful bird to life on paper.
£295 (As exhibited.)
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