{"title":"Original Art","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"159\" data-end=\"216\"\u003eExplore my original fine art paintings,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e created with rich oil paint and layered mixed media. Each piece celebrates the beauty of nature, wildlife, and human connection — art that brings warmth, meaning, and tranquility to your space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"new-beginnings","title":"New Beginnings - Artwork Painting on Canvas — SOLD","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✦ This painting has found its home. ✦\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInterested in a similar piece? Browse these available originals with a similar spirit:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/just-a-glimpse\"\u003eJust a Glimpse — Whale Watching Painting\u003c\/a\u003e · $230\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/swallow-of-hope\"\u003eSwallow of Hope — Fine Art Painting on Canvas\u003c\/a\u003e · $380\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/whispers-between-worlds\"\u003eWhispers between Worlds — Cougar Painting on Canvas\u003c\/a\u003e · $1,290\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis enchanting oil painting with mixed media on gallery wrapped canvas portrays wonder and connection between a woman and the natural world. Seated gracefully, the woman cradles a little fawn on her lap, her gaze drawn towards a pink circle in the sky—a symbol of unity. Birds in flight in the sky add a sense of freedom and harmony to the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith a palette of vibrant colors, the gentle holding of the fawn by the woman is set against an expansive sky, emphasizing themes of protection, nurturing, and unity with the natural world. This artwork invites the viewer to reflect on the care we need to show our little planet as we’re deeply connected with the other animals and creatures that share this world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 16\" x 20\" artwork will ship unframed so you can choose a frame to match your decor. Items other than the painting in photographs are for illustration only and will not ship with the art. All of my art is copyrighted to me and copyrights are not transferable with sale.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marieke Mertz Art","offers":[{"title":"16\" x 20\" x 1.5\" \/ Oil Painting with Mixed Media","offer_id":47260121006322,"sku":"","price":480.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0739\/2346\/1362\/files\/NewBeginnings.jpg?v=1738392329"},{"product_id":"hummingbird-dreams","title":"Hummingbird Dreams - Original Painting on Canvas","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis serene oil painting with mixed media on gallery wrapped canvas depicts a young woman peacefully sleeping amidst a dreamlike garden scene. Two beautiful Anna's hummingbirds hover gracefully near her. Surrounding her are lush, oversized floral blooms in rich colors, creating an ethereal atmosphere of beauty and tranquility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe delicate interplay of light and shadow and color palette enhances the gentle ambiance, while the intricate details of the hummingbirds and the restful expression on her face draw the viewer closer. This piece symbolizes peace, harmony, and the connection between the human spirit and the natural world, inviting the viewer to find solace in its quiet elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 18\" x 24\" artwork will ship unframed so you can choose a frame to match your decor. Items other than the painting in photographs are for illustration only and will not ship with the art.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of my art is copyrighted to me and copyrights are not transferable with sale.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marieke Mertz Art","offers":[{"title":"18\" x 24\" x 1.5\" \/ Oil Painting with Mixed Media","offer_id":47260662399218,"sku":"","price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0739\/2346\/1362\/files\/HummingbirdDreams.jpg?v=1738435484"},{"product_id":"tiny-companion","title":"Tiny Companion - Artwork Painting on Canvas","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis oil painting with mixed media on gallery wrapped canvas captures a wonderful moment of relaxation and connection with nature. A woman takes a break on a rock wall with a curious chipmunk perched next to her munching on some food. 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Items other than the painting in photographs are for illustration only and will not ship with the art.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of my art is copyrighted to me and copyrights are not transferable with sale.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marieke Mertz Art","offers":[{"title":"10\" x 10\" x 1.5\" \/ Oil Painting with Mixed Media","offer_id":47260668526834,"sku":"","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0739\/2346\/1362\/files\/TinyCompanion.jpg?v=1738435813"},{"product_id":"curious-nature","title":"Curious Nature - Fox Painting on Canvas","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eCurious Nature\u003c\/i\u003e reflects the beautiful connection that can exist between humans and wildlife when we slow down and make space to simply be. A woman rests peacefully as a fox cautiously and gently approaches her, with a forest of pine trees behind them. The painting invites us to remember that we are not separate from nature, but part of a shared world—one worth protecting and cherishing... and to always stay curious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis oil painting with mixed media was painted on gallery wrapped canvas. This 24\" x 36\" artwork will ship unframed so you can choose a frame to match your decor. Items other than the painting in photographs are for illustration only and will not ship with the art.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of my art is copyrighted to me and copyrights are not transferable with sale.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marieke Mertz Art","offers":[{"title":"24\" x 36\" x 1.5\" \/ Oil Painting with Mixed Media","offer_id":47260670034162,"sku":"","price":1290.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0739\/2346\/1362\/files\/CuriousNature.jpg?v=1738436027"},{"product_id":"touch-of-joy","title":"Touch of Joy - Hummingbird Painting on Canvas","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis hummingbird painting depicts the connection, for many spiritual in feeling, we can experience with nature. This peaceful artwork is for people who value wellness, health and serenity, and often find it in the outdoors and nature. 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The mixed media textures create an energetic, abstract backdrop, adding movement and rhythm to the scene—as if the moment itself is humming with life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis painting is a playful nudge not to take life too seriously. \u003cb\u003e“Shenanigans”\u003c\/b\u003e invites a smile, sparking memories of your own moments of mischief, curiosity, and lighthearted fun. It celebrates the joy found in little rebellions and the unexpected ways life can surprise us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis artwork will ship unframed. \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eIt has been painted on 18\" x 14\" gallery wrapped canvas with finished, painted edges so it can be displayed unframed, if desired.\u003c\/span\u003e Items other than the painting in photographs are for illustration only and will not ship with the art.  All of my art is copyrighted to me and copyrights are not transferable with sale.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marieke Mertz Art","offers":[{"title":"14\" x 18\" x 1.5\" \/ Oil Painting with Mixed Media","offer_id":48154335674610,"sku":null,"price":380.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0739\/2346\/1362\/files\/Shenaniganssmall.jpg?v=1763341352"},{"product_id":"the-promise-of-spring-original-art","title":"The Promise of Spring - Original Art","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis simple scene of two bunny rabbits with a small leafy plant emerging from the earth between them speaks to renewal—the courage it takes to begin something new, the exciting start of a new chapter and the steady growth that follows when it’s nurtured with care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blue background, layered with abstract shapes and expressive mark-making, creates a sense of openness and possibility. Within that space, the tender green leaves stand as a symbol of fresh beginnings and the promise held in even the smallest signs of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Promise of Spring\u003c\/i\u003e reflects the hopeful rhythm of nature: endings that make room for new chapters, and the beauty of growth just beginning to unfold. This piece invites you to pause, acknowledge, and recognize the seeds of possibility in your own life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThis 12\" x 6.5\" artwork will ship unframed. It has been painted on wood panel with finished, painted edges so it can be displayed unframed if desired. It can be displayed on a shelf without additional supports. 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There is no urgency here, no retreat—just a quiet exchange that suggests awareness on both sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePainted in a limited palette of soft blues and warm earth tones, with subtle touches of orange, the piece leans into simplicity and restraint. Layers of mixed media and abstract mark making echo the complexity of the environments these animals navigate—urban and wild, visible and unseen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoyotes are remarkably adaptable, moving through human spaces with intelligence, resourcefulness, and a sensitivity to their surroundings. 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