Original Oil Painting of a great blue heron by Geoffrey C. Smith, 2025
24"w x 30"h (not including the frame).
 
In this radiant palette knife oil painting, a great blue heron basks in the warmth of a brilliant sky. Bold strokes of cobalt, violet, and sunrise orange evoke the feeling of golden hour—when the world hums with color and light. Perched confidently on a vibrant pedestal, the heron’s pose is statuesque, yet alive with texture and personality. Hints of lavender and apricot in the background soften the composition, allowing the bird’s vivid plumage to command the viewer’s eye. Sunny Day Heron is a celebration of light, form, and the quiet majesty of one of Florida’s most iconic birds.