Here’s a little video tour showing off the texture and details in Kaleidoscope (which is one term for a group of butterflies). This painting was inspired by the annual monarch butterfly migration. . Kaleidoscope, 20" x 20" available: www.marciacrumleyart.com/small-works . #art #painting #nature

New! Yes, summer means beach time, but it’s also the time for gardens bursting with color and a bit of wild energy. Here, a patch of cosmos and morning glory soak up the pulsating energy of the sun. Morning Glory, 14x11, just added to my web site: shorturl.at/8KiNI . #nature #painting #garden #art

Here’s to long days at the beach, soaking up the sun and surf. Beach Day, 30” x 30” encaustic on panel, full of texture and motion. I used 8 different shades of translucent blues and greens to lead the eye deeper into the ocean, to the horizon. Available: shorturl.at/OLEF7 . #beach #painting #art

Here's my painting for the #blueskyartshow on the theme #water Vermont Summer Lake, 24x24, encaustic on panel Available: www.marciacrumleyart.com/large-works/... . . #art #vermont #encaustic

Blue jay, 14x11 encaustic on panel. Another of my paintings in Birds of a Feather at Ali Gray Gallery in Provincetown through August 13th. Available: aligraygallery.com/inventory #birds #wildlife #painting #encaustic

Northern Yellow Warbler, 12x12, another of my encaustic bird paintings now on display in Birds of a Feather at the Ali Gray Gallery in Provincetown. The show is up through August 13th. Paintings are also online at aligraygallery.com, searchable by artist under Inventory. . .#art #painter #birds

Goldfinch and Thistle, 14x11, is one of three paintings on display now in Birds of a Feather at Ali Gray Gallery in Provincetown. The show is up through August 13th. 338 Commrcial St, Provincetown. . #encaustic #birds #wildlife #painting

A little Dale Chihuly fireworks — happy 4th!! . . #art #artist

It’s been a bit since I painted a full moon rising over the water, but some moments are just so darned beautiful I can’t help but paint them. I thank my lucky stars we live in Maine, surrounded by so much beauty. This one’s 24x12, and available: shorturl.at/ni1U2 . #painting #encaustic #Maine #moon

I love to paint those moments that provide instant calm, like watching a sunrise or sunset over the water. Blue Mind is one term that describes this mildly meditative state of water-associated peace. Here's a recent inspiration moment for my paintings. . #maine #sunset #artist

Rosa rugosa, coastal Maine. Perfect colors and shapes, IMHO. . . Bloomscrolling #nature #Maine #photography

Beautiful sunset last night on Square Pond in Maine. . . #sunset #photography #Maine

More lupine! A walk through a different lupine field in coastal Maine. . #Maine #bloomscrolling #nature #wildflowers

It’s lupine season here in Maine, and it sure is beautiful!! . . #Maine #nature #photography

Must-see art in San Francisco: Monet and Venice exhibit at the de Young. Absolutely gorgeous paintings!! Monet really captures the light and reflections on the Grand Canal. Read my blog about it here: www.marciacrumleyart.com/blog/monetan... #art #paintings #sanfrancisco #Monet #travel

I watch the sun rise over Casco Bay nearly every morning, and some days I paint it. Here’s the latest: It’s a New Day, 36” x 36”. Available here: . . . www.marciacrumleyart.com/large-works/... #sunrise #hope #maine #maineartist #coastalart

Laying on some hot was in my new favorite blue! Atmosphere, by Enkaustikos. I just love this color. . . #encaustic #painter #blue

A little windy on our walk, but great wave action!! Two Lights State Park, Cape Elizabeth, Maine. . . #Maine #ocean #photography

Spring at last!! My forsythia just bloomed, and it's actually warm in Maine. Whoohoo!!! Here's to the return of bright colors, warmth, and hope!! . . Spring at Last, 12" x 6" encaustic on panel, May 2026 Available: shorturl.at/NlGwD . . #spring #Encaustic #Maineartist #nature

Super happy about my happy cover art! . . #Maine #art #painter

A little morning drama... the good kind of drama! . . #Maine #photography #nature

Happy earth day! I am thankful for all of the beauty surrounds me here in Maine. My daily walks along the coast remind me of how fragile this beauty is. Stop the destruction: make your voice heard in Nov! . Sanctuary, 8” x 8” encaustic. Available: shorturl.at/zZJEi #painting #maine #nature #marsh

Today’s sunrise on the coast of Maine. So peaceful. . . #sunrise #Maine #photography

Slept in so missed the actual sunrise, but here’s a little early morning sea sparkle! . . #Maine #photography #sunrise

My boy heard it was Caturday, and he wants you to know he’s a Marvel fan. . . #caturday #Marvel #cats #pinball

Good morning, Bluesky!! Took this one earlier, then went back to bed. But now I'm ready to face the day! . . #Maine #sunrise #photography

Happy Friday from the coast of Maine! . . . #sunrise #Maine #photography

This pair of serene water lily paintings invites the viewer to pause, breathe, and find solace in the beauty of nature. Two 24"x24" panels; adding space between them covers more wall area and adds additional visual interest. www.marciacrumleyart.com/large-works/... . #nature #painting #encaustic

After yesterday's snowstorm, the sun is shining bright today, and there's a temporary truce in this truly insane war. It's a good day for Sunshine & Buttercups, 20" x 20". Available at shorturl.at/HNgj7 #painting #encaustic #sunshine

Mellow yellow. Today’s foggy sunrise, Vape Elizabeth, Maine. . . #sunrise #Maine #phorography