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A Gentleman Caller - Dopamine Decor & Cosy Reading Nooks
A Gentleman Caller - Dopamine Decor & Cosy Reading Nooks
Because of those rich, joyful colours, he is absolutely perfect for dopamine decor. If you love a maximalist, colour-drenched space, he will fit right in. I always picture him in... Read more...
How to Build a Dopamine Decor Living Room Around a Statement Painting
How to Build a Dopamine Decor Living Room Around a Statement Painting
What Is Dopamine Decor?Dopamine decor is a straightforward idea: your home should make you feel good. Bold, saturated colour has a measurable effect on mood - it’s not just aesthetic preference,... Read more...
Collectable Contemporary Oil Paintings Celebrating the Connection Between People and Animals.
Collectable Contemporary Oil Paintings Celebrating the Connection Between People and Animals.
Whether your home is a maximalist celebration of colour and pattern, a refined and elegant classical interior, or something dramatically moody and dark, there is a piece in my collection... Read more...
An Octopus on my Easel
An Octopus on my Easel
This month, I am exploring some underwater wildlife subjects, like this beautiful octopus on my easel today. Read more...
Styling 'Fiddich and Spey': A Crisp, Modern Luxe Living Room
Styling 'Fiddich and Spey': A Crisp, Modern Luxe Living Room
The Anchor A lovely colourful canvas print of my original painting 'Fiddich and Spey'. This piece features two Highland Cow friends in vibrant warm colours. The spirit of friendship and... Read more...
Moose Encounter - Bringing the Forest into the Garden Room
Moose Encounter - Bringing the Forest into the Garden Room
Because of his size and that lush, nature-inspired palette, he is an absolute dream for a light-filled space. Read more...
'Wild Encounter' Deer Paintings: Remembering our Wild Side...
'Wild Encounter' Deer Paintings: Remembering our Wild Side...
We all pause for a fleeting moment of eye contact and recognition before we move on. Read more...
Bracken Stag - Takes you into the Mystery of His World
Bracken Stag - Takes you into the Mystery of His World
Bracken Stag is a force to be reckoned with as he offers you a glimpse into his private world.   Read more...
Art Created for Bold Interiors -New Large Scale Canvas Print Collection
Art Created for Bold Interiors -New Large Scale Canvas Print Collection
These new large-scale expressive, colourful canvas art prints are designed to enhance bold, unique interiors. Read more...
Applecross - framed canvas print. The story behind these colours. - Susan Gardner Uk Wildlife Art - Leicestershire UK
Applecross - framed canvas print. The story behind these colours.
I imagine her standing on the headland overlooking the sea at Applecross at that golden hour when the light goes all warm and low, and you can see every colour... Read more...
A latge vibrant painting of two romantic swans in a luxurious modern hallway interior
Sensory Perceptions - How Art Helps you Survive in a Stressful World
I really think people are searching for homes that feel emotionally nourishing as well as visually beautiful. Artwork can make this happen in a very easy and rewarding way Read more...
Lovely Summer Memories - Susan Gardner fine art
Lovely Summer Memories
In my new home-based studio I had a new freedom and it felt amazing (It still does) I create the oil paintings here in the UK and ship them all... Read more...
Get away from the Magnolia! - Susan Gardner fine art
Get away from the Magnolia!
I have recently realised that I enjoy wearing colours that traditionally 'clash', they're often beautiful! It's the same on the walls, really. Deep greens, rich terracottas, bold blues. Paint is... Read more...
How to Style a Canvas Print: Dopamine Decor with the Highland Cow, Balvenie.
How to Style a Canvas Print: Dopamine Decor with the Highland Cow, Balvenie.
A large monstera and a tall bird of paradise frame the canvas, housed in bright pink and green ceramic pots. The rattan coffee table adds natural texture to balance the... Read more...
A modern family kitchen with lemon walls and a colourful canvas art print with birds by uk artist susan gardner
Art for a Family Kitchen and Other Happy Places.
These little darlings will no dtoubt become a family favourite 💓 Read more...
A Warm, Sentient Spirit Moves In When You Hang Me On The Wall - Susan Gardner fine art
A Warm, Sentient Spirit Moves In When You Hang Me On The Wall
Guests will notice the feel good vibes  Children feel it particularly - they love animal art. You'll feel it straightaway too,  your room will feel warm, alive, and nicer to... Read more...
A Moment of Recognition - Animal Art by Susan Gardner - Contemporary Expressionist - Colourful Fine Art
A Moment of Recognition
There's something powerful about locking eyes with another creature and recognising the soul in there. Read more...
Fierce Wildlife Art: A Dramatic Centrepiece! - Animal Art by Susan Gardner - Contemporary Expressionist - Colourful Fine Art
Fierce Wildlife Art: A Dramatic Centrepiece!
The blues in this piece are glorious, created by layering translucent oil paint to get the most vibrant shades possible.  Read more...
Big Painting for a New Build - Animal Art by Susan Gardner - Contemporary Expressionist - Colourful Fine Art
Big Painting for a New Build
Mix and match your original pieces with some canvas prints and you have what your home needs to come alive Read more...
Enchanted Garden: Why Two Hares Might be Better Than One - Animal Art by Susan Gardner - Contemporary Expressionist - Colourful Fine Art
Enchanted Garden: Why Two Hares Might be Better Than One
It's the kind of image that's easy to live with, but with enough colour and detail to keep drawing you back in. Read more...
Stag Painting in green in a metallic frame
Magnificently Chaotic! Bracken Stag 🦌
He's listed in the shop now if you'd like to give him a wall to be magnificent on! Read more...
Personality Without Clutter - Animal Art by Susan Gardner - Contemporary Expressionist - Colourful Fine Art
Personality Without Clutter
In a world where interiors can easily tip into either the aggressively minimalist or the overwhelmingly busy, animal art offers a third way. It's a single, considered choice that makes... Read more...
While the World Sleeps - Barn Owl Canvas Print in Blue and Gold - Animal Art by Susan Gardner - Contemporary Expressionist - Colourful Fine Art
While the World Sleeps - Barn Owl Canvas Print in Blue and Gold
Bring That Feeling Home.  If you’re looking for bird canvas art, nature-inspired wall art, or a piece that brings a sense of calm into your space, this barn owl print... Read more...
Lochaber — The Highland Cow That Started Everything - Animal Art by Susan Gardner - Contemporary Expressionist - Colourful Fine Art
Lochaber — The Highland Cow That Started Everything
I painted him without a name, or a plan, just a Highland cow staring out of the canvas like he had somewhere to be. Big, bold, no nonsense. I didn't... Read more...
Silver Stag - Someone Beautiful in your Home. - Animal Art by Susan Gardner - Contemporary Expressionist - Colourful Fine Art
Silver Stag - Someone Beautiful in your Home.
This print has been really popular and I can see why. There's something about this gentle stag that people connect with. ☺️ Read more...
Bold Stag Painting in Red and Purple; Meet Spirit Stag - Animal Art by Susan Gardner - Contemporary Expressionist - Colourful Fine Art
Bold Stag Painting in Red and Purple; Meet Spirit Stag
"The reds and oranges came first, then the deep purple crept in around the edges, and suddenly he had this whole other energy." Read more...
Colourful realistic elephant art by susan gardner
Safari Memories and Art for an Elegant Home.
The brushmarks and paint texture cause light to bounce around the surface of this beautiful Elephant painting, causing the picture to feel vibrant and fill the room with energy. Read more...
Rufus the Lion; Now Available as a Canvas Print - Animal Art by Susan Gardner - Contemporary Expressionist - Colourful Fine Art
Rufus the Lion; Now Available as a Canvas Print
A super expressive lion painting with energetic brush strokes and vivid colours. He's new and he's here!       Read more...
art class with vibrant colourful art canvases with woodland paintings
Fine Art Classes - Friday afternoons/evenings 
 I offer art workshops and classes and am known for my encouraging, confidence-building teaching style.  Book online or get in touch with me for more info. Read more...
colourful sheep art
Does Your House Seem Cold or Cosy?
Choose a new canvas print that reflects your own colourful personality! (and love of animals ❤️) in my new print shop. Read more...
A Pair of Kookaburras - Australian Wildlife Painting - Animal Art by Susan Gardner - Contemporary Expressionist - Colourful Fine Art
A Pair of Kookaburras - Australian Wildlife Painting
A look back at one of my original bird paintings, a pair of Kookaburras! Read more...
Art - Ready to Hang. - Animal Art by Susan Gardner - Contemporary Expressionist - Colourful Fine Art
Art - Ready to Hang.
No need to frame these paintings,  they look great as they are! Read more...
A rainbow colour canvas with birds and blossom in a room setting
How to Survive in a Noisy World.
 You can live in a place that recharges your emotional batteries every day!   Use real, textured, hand-painted art to bring the good vibes. Read more...
Painting of a chestnut horse in shades of orange and gold, in a cosy, elegant room setting
'Running Wild' Horse Portrait
I painted this gorgeous horse during my recovery from the accident that nearly robbed me of a leg. There was a hospital bed installed in the living room and that... Read more...
Elephant Wisdom in my Art - Animal Art by Susan Gardner - Contemporary Expressionist - Colourful Fine Art
Elephant Wisdom in my Art
Elephant art in incredible colours, a very individual and unique painting. I'm selling him as an unframed canvas with gallery-wrapped edges as seen here. Read more...
About my art: Susan Gardner - Animal Art by Susan Gardner - Contemporary Expressionist - Colourful Fine Art
About my art: Susan Gardner
A few facts about my painting process as an oil painter specialising in bird and animal art.  Read more...
Together Forever: Highland Cows Love their Besties💗 - Animal Art by Susan Gardner - Contemporary Expressionist - Colourful Fine Art
Together Forever: Highland Cows Love their Besties💗
Highland Cows form lifelong friendships, and they love to hang out with their friendship groups and bezzies, just as we humans do.  You'll always see them gravitate towards their pals, as... Read more...
Teal and Turquoise Birds Nest Art! - Animal Art by Susan Gardner - Contemporary Expressionist - Colourful Fine Art
Teal and Turquoise Birds Nest Art!
Perfect for Spring and Summer decor, brightens up your home after a long winter! Read more...
Colourful Highland Cow Art For Sale - Animal Art by Susan Gardner - Contemporary Expressionist - Colourful Fine Art
Colourful Highland Cow Art For Sale
Highland cows are a subject close to my heart. Over the years, they’ve become one of my most collected themes, with buyers often telling me that the paintings bring them... Read more...
Two New Colourful Scottish Cow Canvases! - Animal Art by Susan Gardner - Contemporary Expressionist - Colourful Fine Art
Two New Colourful Scottish Cow Canvases!
Two bright splashes of stunning colour are newly released this week! Strathendrick and Aviemore; Deep marine blues and hot spicy oranges. Which is your favourite? View the full pictures here... Read more...
Abstract Canvas Prints - Make a Joyful Splash! - Animal Art by Susan Gardner - Contemporary Expressionist - Colourful Fine Art
Abstract Canvas Prints - Make a Joyful Splash!
Discover how to create your own unique gallery wall by mixing and matching canvas prints in different sizes. Learn how to layer colour and movement with the Dreaming in Coral... Read more...
Dreaming in Coral – New Exhibition by Susan Gardner - Animal Art by Susan Gardner - Contemporary Expressionist - Colourful Fine Art
Dreaming in Coral – New Exhibition by Susan Gardner
Explore Dreaming in Coral, a new virtual exhibition of vibrant, expressive oil paintings inspired by tropical coastlines. Add colour and light to your space with art that uplifts. Read more...
The Watcher in the Shadows – A Framed 50 x 50 cm Tawny Owl Oil Painting - Animal Art by Susan Gardner - Contemporary Expressionist - Colourful Fine Art
The Watcher in the Shadows – A Framed 50 x 50 cm Tawny Owl Oil Painting
This atmospheric tawny owl painting invites you into a world of hush and stillness. Measuring 50 x 50 cm and professionally framed, it’s a beautifully compact piece that draws the... Read more...
New Paintings For Spring! - Animal Art by Susan Gardner - Contemporary Expressionist - Colourful Fine Art
New Paintings For Spring!
I worked late into the evening on this new stag oil painting. I am using a lovely palette of rich browns, plum, burgundy and gold. There are also touches of... Read more...
New Fox Oil painting - Sam at Twilight - Animal Art by Susan Gardner - Contemporary Expressionist - Colourful Fine Art
New Fox Oil painting - Sam at Twilight
My new painting 'Sam at Twilight' is 50 x 50 cm / 20 x 20 " and is an oil painting on stretched canvas. He is gallery-wrapped so is ready... Read more...
A New Kingfisher painting - prints will be available in due course - Animal Art by Susan Gardner - Contemporary Expressionist - Colourful Fine Art
A New Kingfisher painting - prints will be available in due course
A brand new wildlife oil painting on canvas featuring this bright inquisitive little Kingfisher bird. Im intending to produce new canvas prints of this image very soon! Read more...
Original Hare Painting for Sale ' Aurora' - Animal Art by Susan Gardner - Contemporary Expressionist - Colourful Fine Art
Original Hare Painting for Sale ' Aurora'
My new impressionist hare picture measures 50 x 50 cm and is painted in acrylic paint on a stretched canvas. Gallery wrapped and ready to hang. Take a look 💜... Read more...
Melbourne Art Festival 2024 - Animal Art by Susan Gardner - Contemporary Expressionist - Colourful Fine Art
Melbourne Art Festival 2024
This year I'll be attending in my wheelchair but I'm really looking forward to it. I am being very kindly hosted by Pierre Hourlier Wines again, and will be taking... Read more...
New Wildlife Art on its Way! - Animal Art by Susan Gardner - Contemporary Expressionist - Colourful Fine Art
New Wildlife Art on its Way!
I had quite a bad accident in January, in which I broke bones in my leg, tore ligaments and damaged the artery too. I initially spent 5 weeks in hospital,... Read more...
Commission an original piece! - Animal Art by Susan Gardner - Contemporary Expressionist - Colourful Fine Art
Commission an original piece!
Did you know that you can commission an original painting by me? It might be a pet, or your favourite animal or bird. Add your choice of colours and let... Read more...