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On a trip to Provincetown in 2018, I visited a gallery where I found Donald Saaf and his magical paintings. I was enthralled and have since attempted  to take his view and make it into my own journey. Simplicity of form, vitality of color, fluidity of space make my upside down worlds.

If you’re interested in finding out more or purchasing any of the below pieces, you’ll find a form and contact info at the bottom of the page.

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Exodus 23:20

“Behold, I send an angel before you to guard you on the way and to bring you to the place that I have prepared.”

A metaphor for first borns and the birth of a family. We are witnesses, friends, supporters, and protectors

Size: 16x20

Mixed Medium: acrylics and collaged papers

Frame: Floating Frame

Not for sale

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Ohhhh My Legs

Living with pain is universal.

Size: 20x16

Mixed Medium: acrylics, paper, fabric, pencil

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Love Song

When cultures rhyme

And two souls harmonize

You compose a song of love.

Size: 16x20

Mixed Medium: Collage of paint, paper, fabric, and glitter

Frame: Box frame

Not For Sale

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Loss

This one cannot be described in words. It is all heart.

Size: 12x16

Mixed Mediums: Acrylics, paper, pencil

Frame: Boxed Frame

 
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Nubian Princess

There are so many fights to fight, but this one really matters.

Size: 20x24

Mixed Medium: Acrylics, paper, wool

Frame: Unframed

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Young Lovers

A Cambridge Pastorale.

Size: 17x21

Mixed Medium: Acrylic paint, tissue paper, newsprint, wrapping paper

Frame: Box frame

 
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The Wedding Ceremony

Inspired by Donald Saaf and my visit to Provincetown galleries.

Size: 10x14

Mixed Medium: Acrylic, fabric, cut up pastel on paper, paper, wool

Frame: Box frame

Not for sale

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The Farm Overseer

Begin each day with a view.

Size: 14x18

Mixed Medium: Paint, wood, newsprint

Frame: Box frame

Not For Sale

 
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Power to the Voice

It’s not fair!

Size: 12x16

Mixed Medium: Paint, paper, string, jewels

Frame: Box frame

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Starry Night

There are lovers and other strangers.

Size: 14x18

Mixed Medium: paint, newsprint, tissue paper

 
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Day on the Farm

Women have many responsibilities.

Size: 19x25

Mixed Medium: Acrylic, paper, fabric, wool

Frame: Box frame

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My Country T’is of Thee

Painted the day after the election.

Size: 26x20

Mixed Medium: paint, newspaper, paper, sharpie

Frame: Box frame

 
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Family is Everything

This is a multi-generational vision.

Size: 24x36

Mixed Medium: Paint, fabric, newspaper, wool

Frame: Box frame

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Henny’s Playground

Images of a New Zealand sojourn.

Size: 30x25

Mixed Medium: Paint, paper, fabric, wool, sequins

Frame: Box frame

 
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Zoe and Franny Corona-ing

Two souls face the new world.

Size: 19x25

Mixed Medium: Acrylic, pencil, fabric, wool, sequins

Frame: Box frame

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Lonely Girl

Being alone has many faces.

Size: 15x19

Mixed Medium: Acrylic, fabric, sequins, paper

Frame: Box frame

 
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Come Away with Me

Together, wherever we go.

Size: 12x16

Mixed Medium: acrylic, paper, pencil, fabric, glitter

Frame: Box frame

 

Purchase Inquiry

Interested in finding out more about any of the paintings above and/or purchasing one for your space? You can find my price list below. Feel free to reach out with any questions through the contact form.

 

Contact Form

Fill out this form or email me, I’d love to connect with you!

mcstarr@comcast.net

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