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Life in the 305
When I saw an online class (from Painting with Yvette) featuring whimsical portraits with these fabulous tropical vibes, I jumped on it...
Terra Tarango
May 301 min read
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Steps in Time
This series of five paintings features a different pair of shoes to represent different stages of life. 1. First Steps ChildhoodSoft...
Terra Tarango
Apr 261 min read
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Locked
After a bit of a dry spell in the inspiration department, I decided to return to the studio and paint the very feeling of having your...
Terra Tarango
Mar 21 min read
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Farm Stand
A visit to the Rockford Farmer's Market inspired today's painting. I came home with a jar of cherry jalapeño jam, so I featured it on the...
Terra Tarango
Aug 4, 20241 min read
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Summer Shade
This sketch painting is a nostalgic nod to the stately live oak trees I grew up with in Central Texas.
Terra Tarango
Jul 28, 20241 min read
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Blueberry Picking
This mixed media set of twinchies (2-inch squares) was such a delight to create. Inspired by blueberry season, I chose a soft summer...
Terra Tarango
Jun 30, 20241 min read
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Eggspiration
Inspiration can come from the strangest places. This piece was inspired by my friend going on an egg diet for the week, and I just...
Terra Tarango
May 26, 20241 min read
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Constant Companion
Growing up, I had a window seat the length of my room, and every square inch was filled with stuffed animals. As an only child, they were...
Terra Tarango
Apr 7, 20241 min read
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Sometimes Life is Shitty
In a week that gave me life's fair share of crap, I found solace in my canvas, choosing the humble roll of toilet paper as my muse. I...
Terra Tarango
Mar 24, 20241 min read
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Taylor Swift Eras (Terra's Version)
Originals, prints, and sticker sheets available here. This 10-piece collection entitled "Taylor Swift Eras (Terra's Version)" is inspired...
Terra Tarango
Jan 15, 20241 min read
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Beach Day
I managed to sneak in one last beach day before the chilly weather took over! To make that special day last a little longer, I decided to...
Terra Tarango
Oct 7, 20231 min read
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Tea Drinkers Have Their Shit Together
This one is inspired by my best friend. She's a coffee drinker who periodically thinks she wants to become a tea drinker because, "Tea...
Terra Tarango
Mar 5, 20231 min read
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Firefly Friend
Who doesn't have fond memories of childhood encounters with lightening bugs? They're simply magical. With this painting, I wanted to...
Terra Tarango
Jan 28, 20231 min read
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Fall Daydreaming
I'm enjoying the first hints of Fall. It's still warm, yet there's a crispness. It's still green, yet there's a hint of color. It's...
Terra Tarango
Sep 18, 20221 min read
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Tea Time
I'm a tea drinker. I drink it many mornings to kick off the day and most every evening when the day is done. Having seen that both my...
Terra Tarango
Apr 17, 20221 min read
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Last Song
It was a weighty day in the studio as I coaxed this piece from the canvas as a remembrance for my father, who passed away this week. I...
Terra Tarango
Feb 14, 20221 min read
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Brothers Remembered
This one is for my cousins Brett and Eric, both of whom passed away, far too soon, within a month of one another. I hope this helps their...
Terra Tarango
Feb 14, 20221 min read
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Laced Up for Christmas
I love painting sun on snow. There's something about contrasting the warm yellows with the cool blues that's very satisfying. Add to it a...
Terra Tarango
Nov 14, 20211 min read
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To the Cabin
After a little hiatus from the studio, I thoroughly enjoyed bringing this scene to life. I started off thinking this cabin would be...
Terra Tarango
Aug 11, 20211 min read
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Summer Swing
When it finally feels like summer, I feel this lift in my spirit, like the feeling I got as a child when someone would take me by the...
Terra Tarango
May 31, 20211 min read
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