Capturing memories of homes, gardens, AND THE COASTAL LANDSCAPE
HAND-CRAFTED PAINTINGS OF PLACES THAT TELL OUR STORIES
BY NOVA SCOTIA ARTIST MICHELLE DARWIN
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There is great healing, connection, and strength that comes by sharing the wisdom we have gained through our experiences. In addition to sharing new work as it is created, and the stories behind the paintings, I also share valuable learnings and tools so that you can feel inspired, motivated, and accompanied as you pursue your creative work – in whatever form it may take.
Let’s Get acquainted
I am a painter & storyteller who finds deep joy and connection in living seasonally and working with my hands. I love getting out to explore and paint the coastal landscape, towns, and homes around where I live on Nova Scotia’s South Shore. Learn more about my story and what painting projects I am currently working on.
THE
WALKING BETWEEN
WORLDS
COLLECTION
ABOUT THE COLLECTION
Walking Between Worlds is a collection of twenty-two original paintings. It features Nova Scotia houses seen in late afternoon, magic hour, dusk, and nighttime light. These beautifully transitional moments of light have a liminal quality to them that draws you into another world. The harmonious use of colour coupled with a quiet sense of place gives each painting a calm and joyful presence.
This collection was released in October & November 2024.
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THE NEW HORIZONS COLLECTION
This a collection of twenty-two original paintings that capture the beauty and variety of the coastal landscape I now call home. All paintings capture scenes around the little village of Broad Cove, where I live next to the Atlantic Ocean on the South Shore of Nova Scotia. Paintings were released in February & March 2024.
Custom paintings
I love to create Painted Stories of the homes, gardens, and meaningful places. These spaces are filled with light, sound, weather… and memories of moments shared and people loved. Experiencing them recreated in a painting not only captures a moment in time, it brings back a flood of associated feelings. Making art about these personal spaces and places is deeply fulfilling – both in the act of creating and in the feelings the finished art can bring back. You can commission your very own Painted Story – for yourself or as a meaningful gift.
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PAINTING STUDIES
A great way to collect original art affordably
Feel the life and energy they capture! Studies show the thought process of the artist and have an intimacy and immediacy to them that is unique. Each piece is matted and ready-to-frame.
Wouldn’t you love a little one-of-a-kind gem?
LIMITED TIME ONLY!
Set of SIX fine art cards
This beautiful set features six paintings from my New Horizons Collection. Images show the coastal Nova Scotia landscape. Cards are blank inside and come with envelopes. 10% goes to support the local community hall.
Cards will be available for a LIMITED TIME ONLY!
Why not order a pack or two to keep on hand for whenever you need a last-minute gift or card?
FINE ART PRINTS
NEW prints in the shop!
You can now order prints of select paintings in my New Horizons Collection in three sizes: 5x7”, 8x10”, 13x19”.
Prints are high-quality on a beautifully lightly textured natural white paper. They look almost as good as the real thing – for a tiny fraction of the cost!
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