jen garland

Hi, I am a local Franklin artist. Art has always been an important and enjoyable part of my life. When teaching art in Primary School, watching the kids have fun and getting pleasure from what they were creating, was always a bonus. There was a long period of time when I never had the time to pursue art as a hobby, however, I have found it to be a great therapy over the past few years. Meeting with other artists once a week in the art class gives me constant inspiration, teaches me new techniques and new ideas. I usually work in acrylics on canvas. I hope you enjoy my work and hopefully it will speak to you ... thanks Jen "Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time" - Thomas Merton

paint

  • going bush

    This painting is painted in black and white to express the simple things in nature. Imagine you are walking through the bush listening to the birds chirping and soaking in the beauty of nature around you.
    Acrylic on canvas18” x 24”

  • Far from the bustle and bright city lights

    Listening and watching as the waves are gently lapping around the rocks. Hectic thoughts are erased from your mind and you are just left appreciating the natural beauty of life. Acrylic Painting24” x 36”610 mm x 914 mm

  • You have to notice me

    You really know that Spring has sprung when such an explosion of colour hits you in the face. I love the contrast of colours in this painting. How can you not feel lifted up?
    Acrylic painting on canvas.20” x 20”508 mm x 508 mm

  • there is a season, turn turn turn

    A bright painting showing the rich colours of birch trees in autumn. The distinct white and black tones of their trunks only adds contract and vibrancy
    Acrylic on canvas 30"x30"

  • on the rocks at sunset

    Who doesn't enjoy a tranquil spot to watch the setting sun as it kisses last spots of light on distant hills and on damp rocks scattered on the shore.
    Acrylic on canvas 30" x 40"

  • a tangled web

    In this delicate web the spider has caught a touch of autumnacrylic on canvas 18" x 36"

  • Dreaming of tuscany

    An earlier trip to Italy has given me inspiration for many paintings. I fell in love with their culture, buildings and landscapes. acrylic on canvas 30" x 40"

  • Lavender fields in provence

    Dreams of the beautiful lavender fields dancing in the summer sunAcrylic on Canvas 30" x 30"

  • old faithful

    The stories this old faithful could tell, of adventures and fun, definitely deserves a well earned rest on the shoreAcrylic on canvas 18" x 36"

  • from pillar to post

    From here to there a spider navigates anywhere creating new intricate paths. Acrylic on canvas 30" x 30"

  • summer steals your heart away

    One of four works in the four seasons - Summer light kisses the tree tops and makes the sparkling water oh so inviting. Acrylic on canvas 30" x 91"

  • winter blues

    One of four works in the four seasons -Winter light tinges the sky, land and water. Acrylic on canvas 30" x 91"

  • sunny art deco

    This is an abstract painting that has been influenced by Art Deco times.   The landscape painting is connected by geometrical lines connecting the sky with the land and in turn connecting to the trees. It shows that everything in life is full of connections, each thing dependent on the other.Acrylic on canvas 20"x24"

  • spring art deco

    This is an acrylic abstract painting that has been influenced by Art Deco times.   The landscape painting is connected by geometrical lines connecting the sky with the land and in turn connecting to the trees. It shows that everything in life is full of connections, each thing dependent on the other.Acrylic on canvas 51 x 51cm

  • winter art deco

    This is an abstract painting that has been influenced by Art Deco times.   The landscape painting is connected by geometrical lines connecting the sky with the land and in turn connecting to the trees. It shows that everything in life is full of connections, each thing dependent on the other.Acrylic on canvas 18"x18"

  • the years of gold and green

    Summer’s glow gently kisses the far hills. Painted in a limited palette of greens and yellows.
    Acrylic on canvas 20"x30"

  • wandering from here to there

    The ivy creeps, making it's way around the weathered wall.
    Acrylic on canvas 24 “ x 48” /109mm x 1219 mm

  • a cozy nook for two

    This painting in light phthalo blue, sienna and ivory portrays a secluded little rustic nook in which two pottery vessels sit. Acrylic on Canvas 50cm x 50cm/18" x 18"

paper

  • here, there and everywhere

    Paint, pen, mixed media and magic

  • here, there and everywhere

    Paint, pen, mixed media and magic

  • rolling fun

    Paint, pen, mixed media and magic

  • another fall - another turned page

    Paint, pen, mixed media and magic

  • dance on the breeze

    Paint, pen, mixed media and magic

  • oval fun

    Paint, pen, mixed media and magic

  • stones galore

    Paint, pen, mixed media and magic

  • when the sun sets

    Monoprint/acrylics abstract landscape16cm x 24cm including matt

  • filled to the brim

    Zentangling over tea dye9cm x 14cm

  • tramper's dream

    Abstract landscapePaperwork/collage30cm x 35.5cm including matt


  • vessel

    Acrylics on paper25cm x 33cm



  • the koru tree of hope

    Zentangling white ink on black paper
    28cm x 41cm including matt.



  • you're my cup of tea

    Zentangling over tea dyes27.5cm x 34.5cm including matt

  • The juggler

    Paper WorksZentangling / White ink on Black Paper21cm x 30 cm




  • bubbles of joy and laughter

    Paper WorksZentangling / White ink on Black Paper21cm x 30 cm




  • the egg hunt

    Paper WorksZentangling / White ink on Black Paper21cm x 30 cm




  • Hidden amongst the leaves

    Paper WorksZentangling / White ink on Black paper/aquarelle pencils21cm x 30 cm




  • old fashioned doily

    Paperworks/white ink on black paper20.5cm x 19cm




  • tree within a leaf - 1


    Paperworks/white ink on black paper/aquarelle pencil21cm x 30cm

  • tree within a leaf - 2


     Paper works/collage/aquarelle pencils15cm x 22.5cm