Marita Gentry

Flowers always in bloom Revival Art House

Glimmers of Spring 36x36
Days 10-20 of

You have to break a lot of eggs to make an omelette. That’s the gist of days 10-20. You can read about my aha moment on my blog. https://www.maritagentry.com/everydaycreativeblog/you-have-to-break-a-lot-of-eggs-to-make-an-omelet

But the painting was worth the broken eggs😊

A bit about Glimmers of Spring.
I’ve always loved the live oaks of South Louisiana. There’s something timeless about them—their sweeping limbs, their quiet strength. And whether it’s tradition or simply that azaleas thrive in their shade, you so often find those bright blooms gathered beneath their branches. It’s a scene that’s been painted countless times. It’s something I love deeply, and I wanted to experience it in my own way, through my own hands.

I chose to paint the scene from beneath the oak itself. There’s a feeling you get standing under one of these trees—looking up at its twisting, reaching branches—that’s hard to put into words. It feels like a secret space, a kind of shelter, where the world fades away and you’re held for a moment in something larger and more graceful than yourself.

This piece, Glimmers of Spring, grew from that feeling. Painted from memory and guided by instinct, it lives somewhere between what I saw and what I felt. The canvas is 36 x 36 inches—a window into a place in my mind.

Painting and blog on my website. www.maritagentry.com

You all know I like to paint big walls sometimes 😊 Just wrapped up painting this super colorful design for Leaps & Bounds, LLC.
I didn’t create the design this time, but it was a blast bringing it to life and adding all that vibrant color. It really adds to the energy and fun that already fills Leaps & Bounds Sport Center. So happy to be a part of it!

First 10 days of practice.
Painting from my gut.
Well it started off good and then became very evident that I picked a good practice. This is said tongue in cheek.😂 The above painting was completed and I titled it “Messenger of Joy”.
You can read the details on my blog. https://www.maritagentry.com/everydaycreativeblog

January and February…just making art.🥰

Hello! Happy February! I just dropped off some of my favorite pieces at . They’re featuring a bunch of my new paintings. Winter is a great time to collect some art and brighten up your space. If you’re local to Baton Rouge, swing by and check it out, and give Kathy and Anna a hello!

I haven’t been on social media for a while. I usually take time off in January…fighting the dull gray day with color! Lots and lots of color.
After a morning of painting and questioning my ability to pant I re-arranged my painting wall and 😀😀😀Enjoy!!! See you in a couple of weeks.

Happy Monday! Today is the deadline to shop on my website or Holiday Market for Christmas delivery. Discover beautiful, handmade gifts that convey just how special someone is, or find smaller treasures that spark wonder and whimsy. Stay warm and enjoy your online shopping! www.maritagentry.com

Another Christmas card design. I did this one for my daughter.😊
It’s a busy time, but hopefully you are finding joy in the details.
My holiday market closes on Monday Dec.15. You still have time to find that heart warming art gift. www.maritagentry.com

Good morning! It’s a chilly one here and I am working on an outdoor project, so….I am waiting for it to warm up.
On a bright note I have most of my Christmas shopping done. If you’re still struggling to find that extra special gift and haven’t had any luck…Art!! A painting is perfect for a special gift. I am shipping till Dec. 15 so you have a few more days to browse my website for the perfect over the top gift. www.maritagentry.com

The above painting is 24x26 and call “Radiant Grace”

Christmas wishes and Christmas dreams. The packages all wrapped and shiny seem so magical under the tree.
This is a painting I did for my daughter's Christmas card last year.🥰

My Holiday Market is open till Dec. 15th on my website. www.maritagentry.com

The view from our cabin in the Arkansas mountains. It beautiful and cold. We are here shutting it down for the winter. I am ready to head south, to my cozy home, my studio, and my next project( me whispering the word mural😊) But in the meantime my Holliday Market is open on my website till Dec. 15th. Lots offun whimsical art for under $45. www.maritagentry.com

By the way at…our cabin is a nightly rental, we open it back up next March…a beautiful, quiet, retreat. https://www.vrbo.com/3559141?unitId=4132287&fbclid=IwVERDUAOdXChleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEedq91oQAwcxY0H5mQuSaoyeXCX8CaK34Z9HOowRKy0jkD8JAnyDrobi4qGWw_aem_vIuF7rUoTWJ2eIc5kBMgdQ