Portraits and Fine Art by Nancy Tilles

Portraits | Coral Reefs | Florals | Peacocks | Equestrians | Dogs | Palm Trees | Butterflies | Commissions

The Canary Island Palms are my favorites because, although they are not tall like the Royal Palms, they are so majestic, interesting and highly textured. The end of the day is my favorite time because the setting sun provides the most colorful skys, especially in Florida. In this painting I chose a color theme of rusts which really accents the greens of the palm. The original oil paintings measure 30" x 50". Giclees on canvas or paper are available any size.

I set out to paint a the most beautiful palm tree. To me, the most beautiful are the Canary Island Palms. Although they are not tall like the Royal Palms, they are so majestic, interesting and highly textured. Everything in Florida is so lush and green, yet there is a multitude of colors reflected because of the sunshine. In the frons you can see the oranges, yellows, purples, and blues. Behind the palm a forest of greens appears almost black with its rich depth. The original oil paintings measure 30" x 50". Giclees are available any size.

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The palm tree practically says "Florida.". It certainly says "tropics". After painting several palm trees in fairly realistic colors, I rebelled in this painting which I called "Palm Candy". I wanted to try something different and play with color in a new and exciting way. I managed to capture the heat of the tropics and also the feeling I used to get when I went into a candy store. I have had a lot of reactions to this painting. People either love it or hate it. It certainly emits strong feelings. This image may soon appear on dinnerware to be available for purchase at an exclusive outlet in Florida.