Erin Hanson
@erinhansonartist
Artist, mom, hiker, backpacker, explorer, nature lover. Creator of the style of painting known as Open Impressionism. Find originals, prints, replicas, calendars, art books, and more at
The thick brush strokes of oil paint stand off the canvas with spontaneous energy and motion, causing the painting to come alive. La Quinta Dawn by Erin Hanson, 2015 Oil on canvas 36 x 80 in #westernart #art #dailyart #oilpainting🎨 #sciart #bluesky #naturalbeauty @fineartgallery.bsky.social
Date palms in the Coachella Valley stretch into a vivid sunset sky, their elegant shapes silhouetted against the darkening sky. Date Palms by Erin Hanson, 2016 Oil on canvas 30 x 24 in #westernart #desertart #impressionism #art #dailyart @bsky.art
Arizona is full of inspiration, and the Grand Canyon is one of those places that I will never get tired of painting. Please enjoy "Dawning Canyon." www.erinhanson.com/portfolio/da... #art #dailyart #nps #grandcanyon #natureart @bsky.art
Monet's water lily garden inspired this contemporary impressionism painting. Completed in Hanson's signature Open Impressionism style, this 5-paneled painting captures the blues and greens of France. Expanse of Lilies by Erin Hanson, 2025 Oil on canvas 36 x 120 in #monet #monetinspired #art
Thick brushstrokes of impressionistic color dance across the canvas, creating a tapestry of color and light that engages the eye and soothes the soul. Coastal Poppies VI by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 30 x 48 in www.erinhanson.com/portfolio/co... #art #dailyart @bsky.art #natureart #painting
This painting captures a vase of hydrangea and peonies in front of an apricot-hued curtain. I love how the subtle color variations let me be flexible and expressive in my brushwork. Hydrangeas by Erin Hanson, 2024 Oil on canvas 34 x 20 in #art #bloomscrolling #stillife #abstract #impressionism
In January of this year, I was out on a walk, and I came across this maple tree with a few autumn-colored leaves clinging to its branches. The dark red leaves looked so bright and joyful against the cold winter blue sky; I just had to paint it. Pictured: Maple in Blue #art @bsky.art #oilpainting🎨
This painting was inspired by the headlands above Cannon Beach. It is alive with movement and impasto paint. Oregon Coast by Erin Hanson, 2021 Oil on canvas 16 x 20 in #dailyart #art #oregon #pnw #natureart #painter #oilpainting🎨 @fineartgallery.bsky.social
Step into an impressionistic world of light and unexpected color. This oil painting brings to life a vista of summer reflections inspired by Texas Hill Country. Summer Reflections by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 20 x 24 in Fresh off the Easel #oilpainting🎨 #art #dailyart #texas @bsky.art
Valley of Fire State Park is one of my original stomping grounds. I was drawn to the bold colors and strong compositional elements in the red rocks, and my favorite rock formation to paint is called the "Seven Sisters." Seven Sisters at Dawn by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 48 x 36 in #art
As summer drifts into fall, the Willamette Valley becomes saturated in a rainbow of colors ranging from deep red and lavender to burnt orange and cadmium yellow. Willamette Vines by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 36 x 48 in www.erinhanson.com/portfolio/wi... #dailyart #artist #oilpainting🎨 #art
"Texan Sky III" is my most popular piece here on social media, which means the other two pieces in this series don't get seen nearly as much. I've shared all three of them here. Which one speaks to you the most? Pictured: Texan Sky Texan Sky II Texan Sky III
Standing near Adelaida Winery, you can see the whole landscape of Paso Robles spreading out below you, rolling hills layered upon rolling hills, stretching all the way to the coastal range. Summer Light by Erin Hanson, 2022 Oil on canvas 32 x 46 in #pasorobles #winecountry #naturebeauty #art
Wide brushstrokes of oil paint capture the aquamarine blue hues of Lone Cypress. This graceful tree stands atop a rocky outcropping that turns dusky rose in the fading golden hour light. Lone Cypress Blues by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 26 x 36 in #dailyart #california #CAart #art @bsky.art
Fresh off the Easel! The sheer magnitude of Mt Rainier was overwhelming. This work captures my emotional state seeing the peak. I hope it moves you the way it moved me. Alpine Majesty by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 72 x 108 in www.erinhanson.com/portfolio/al... #oilpainting🎨 #art #dailyart
Soft colors of late afternoon illuminate this landscape of California wine country. The gnarled oak stands large against the softly rolling hills and cultivated land. Oak and Hills by Erin Hanson, 2017 Oil on canvas 40 x 60 in www.erinhanson.com/portfolio/oa... #oaks #treepeople #art #dailyart
The Woodburn Tulip festival is famous for its Holland-like splendor of tulip blooms. Multi-colored rows of tulips celebrate the glory of spring. Woodburn Tulips by Erin Hanson, 2021 Oil on canvas 30 x 24 in #tulips #bloomscrolling #floral #naturelovers #natureart #oilpainting🎨 @bsky.art #dailyart
Sunny sunflowers glitter with glamorous golds in this impressionist oil painting by Erin Hanson. Thick brushstrokes of oil captures the movement and vivacity of these blooms. Sunflower Sky by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 16 x 8 in #bloomscrolling #sunflower #florals #dailyart #art @bsky.art
Bold, impressionist paint strokes capture a blue glass vase with a bouquet of sunflowers. Sunflowers on Red by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 40 x 50 in www.erinhanson.com/portfolio/su... #stilllife #sunflowers #floral #bloomscrolling #oilpainting🎨 #femaleartist @fineartgallery.bsky.social
Fresh off the Easel! I visited New York's Central Park for the first time this year. I was struck by how much natural beauty was preserved in the middle of a huge city. Park Reflections by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 36 x 24 in #oilpainting #art #dailyart @bsky.art #nyc #centralpark
A curving road leads you through the idyllic landscape of Paso Robles in California wine country. The twisting branches of the oak tree cast long shadows across the pathway, creating a pattern of blue and purple. Oaken Walk by Erin Hanson, 2018 Oil on canvas 30 x 40 in #winecountry #dailyart #art
Every year, I am stunned by the incredible beauty of the desert during the golden hour. This oil painting showcases the beautiful color, snow-dusted mountains, and lanky palms I found during my visit to the La Quinta Art Celebration. Please enjoy La Quinta Golds. #desert #california #oilpainting
Billowing stacks of clouds catch the golden hour light and give the whole landscape an apricot glow. This painting is alive with color and motion. Billowing Sky by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 50 x 40 in www.erinhanson.com/portfolio/bi... #originalart #artwork #womensart #dailyart @bsky.art
I had never been inspired to paint a cityscape until I visited New York City in May of 2026. New York Light by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 32 x 48 in www.erinhanson.com/portfolio/ne... #impressionism #dailyart #art #painting🎨 @bsky.art