The Hastening Tree by Jill Saur

I'm bringing in the New Year with this painting that remains in my own collection, and hangs in my studio.  It's called, "The Hastening Tree" and is 30"x40".  It serves as a reminder to me that life passes quickly and I need to live each day to the fullest.  This is my favorite place down at the Chattahoochee River.  The base of this tree has been completely hollowed out by disease (you can literally see the river through this tree).  A handful of roots keep it alive.  

This intrepid tree has weathered floods, severe storms, intense drought, and lightening.  Yet, it flourishes, perhaps feebly, but it takes each new day and provides beauty for those who sit under its mighty branches.  Some may think it's silly to be so moved by such a thing, but I am.  God has used this tree to inspire me, move me, and make me want to finish this life with a fierce tenacity that just doesn't give up!

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©2009 Tree by Jill Saur, all rights reserved

Poison Dart Frog Painting by Jill Saur

The African poison dart frog is mesmerizing,  and beautiful.  In its native habitat, one frog carries enough poison to kill up to thirty or more people!  I saw an exhibit of these frogs at The Atlanta Botanical Gardens, where I was able to take photos.  Interestingly, these frogs don't produce poison on their own.  They become poisonous after eating mites and ants that have dined on poisonous plants.  Take away the frogs toxic food source, and you take away the poison.  These little creatures are only two inches long!

This 12"x9" acrylic painting, "Little Blue Frog" is sold, but it is available in a hand-embellished limited edition giclee.  It makes a beautiful reproduction!  To email me  CLICK HERE

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©1990-2012 Frog Painting by Jill Saur, all rights reserved

Birch Tree Painting By Jill Saur

Winter is upon us.  Daylight is a more precious commodity, causing me to treasure the sunlight outside my studio window.  I've been busy building a brand new website from scratch.  This endeavor, born out of necessity, has consumed my time.  However, as with the cold winter, there is light at the end of the tunnel! 

This acrylic birch tree painting, "Enchanted Journey" is 40"x30".  As with all my work, the image is painted on the wide bordered side.  There is no need for a frame.  This painting is rather mysterious.  It begs one to wonder, "What is down that path"?  What lies beyond the known?  Whatever unfolds in our life, it's comforting to know that God can meet all of our needs without draining any of His resources!

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©1990-2012 Birch Tree Painting by Jill Saur, all rights reserved

Pear Still Life Painting

This pear still life painting is anything but still!  These pears sing, dance and even tell a story of  about the choices we make in this life.  Can you tell what the story might be?  The title of this piece is "Choice Encounter".  If there is just a hint of light in the evening, it has a beautiful glow that warms the room.

This is a big painting.  It measures 60"x36".  I just delivered, "Choice Encounter",  to a gallery that eagerly awaited its arrival.  Hopefully, these pears will find a loving family who will be brightened by their presence!  It's temporary home is Galerie Matilda, in Historic Roswell, GA.

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©2011 Pear Still Life Painting by Jill Saur, all rights reserved

Tree Art

Colorado inspired the aura of this 36"x36" acrylic aspen tree painting.  This original, "Resilience", is sold.  However, I offer this painting as a limited edition, hand embellished, reproduction on canvas.  I have the best reproduction company in the United States.  By the time I am finished with the hand-embellishing, it looks like an original!

You can read about the reproduction process on my website, where you will also find more of my work. Thank you for viewing!  - Jill Saur     Psalm 118:24 "This is the day that the LORD has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it".

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©1990-2011 Tree Art by Jill Saur, all rights reserved

Buy American Art

America is the birthplace of artists such as Andrew Wyeth and Georgia O'Keeffe.  They've left a rich heritage of powerful work that impacts us to this day. 

This Holiday season, and this year, I encourage you to re-discover and support the rich talent and original art that is created in our country.  Those who render with brush and paint, pastel and charcoal, often spend many long hours alone in the studio.  As artists, we contemplate and listen to that still small voice within. We express ourselves in an art form that has the ability to transform the lives of those who are enriched by our work. We hope that our patrons will continue to value our talent, dedication, and vision.

Please remember, when you buy art from local and national artists who have spent years developing their style, technique, creativity and expertise, you become the impetus that keeps the renaissance of talented contemporary artists alive. - Jill Saur 

©2011 Buy American Art by Jill Saur, all rights reserved

©2011 Flower Painting byJill Saur, all rights reserved