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Erin Hanson

@erinhansonartist.bsky.social
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Artist, mom, hiker, backpacker, explorer, nature lover. Creator of the style of painting known as Open Impressionism. Find original oil paintings, prints, replicas, calendars, art books, and more at www.erinhanson.com

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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 15h
I spent 10 days in Norway, soaking in the incredible landscapes and vivid colors. This painting was inspired by some reflected golden-hour light I found near Ålesund. Norway Blues by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 24 x 30 in #norway #impressionism #art #dailyart #landscape #sciart @bsky.art
I spent 10 days in Norway, soaking in the incredible landscapes and vivid colors. This painting was inspired by some reflected golden-hour light I found near Ålesund. Thick brushstrokes of oil paint laid side by side create a mosaic of color and light across the canvas.

Norway Blues
by Erin Hanson, 2026
Oil on canvas
24 x 30 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
While I love to explore the sunflower fields here in Oregon, I had to travel to Europe for some of my favorite sunflowers. There is a special light in Provence, France, that transforms these golden blooms into something otherworldly. I hope you enjoy "Sunflowers in Gold." #bloomscrolling #art
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
I went to Yosemite last year to capture the beauty of the Sierra in a new light. Smoke from controlled burns created some unique atmospheric effects that I captured on canvas. I hope you enjoy the piece. Yosemite Sky by Erin Hanson, 2024 Oil on canvas 24 x 30 in #oilpainting #nps #yosemite #art
I went to Yosemite last year to capture the beauty of the Sierra in a new light. When I arrived, the rangers were using fire to clear out the underbrush, and the valley was filled with smoke for days. Luckily, this created some unique atmospheric effects that I have been capturing on canvas. I hope you enjoy the piece.

Yosemite Sky
by Erin Hanson, 2024
Oil on canvas
24 x 30 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
I visited Tipsoo Lake in Mt. Rainier National Park on the hunt for mountain reflections and alpine wildflowers. This painting captures the beautiful blooms up close. Alpine Blooms by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 36 x 20 in #bloomscrolling #art #wildflowers #pnw #nps #oilpainting @bsky.art
I visited Tipsoo Lake in Mt. Rainier National Park on the hunt for mountain reflections and alpine wildflowers. The cloudy sky prevented any reflections of Mt. Rainier, but I did discover an abundance of wildflowers! This painting captures the beautiful blooms up close, in impressionistic color. Thick brushstrokes of oil paint laid side by side, without layering, create a mosaic or stained-glass appearance in the landscape.

Alpine Blooms
by Erin Hanson, 2026
Oil on canvas
36 x 20 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
This painting was inspired by a canoe trip down a slow-moving creek in Oregon's Willamette Valley. Tall, overhanging trees lined the banks, enclosing the creek and enveloping it in silence. Gilded Reflections by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 60 x 48 in #oregon #pnw #impressionism #art @bsky.art
This painting was inspired by a canoe trip down a slow-moving creek in Oregon's Willamette Valley. Tall, overhanging trees lined the banks, enclosing the creek and enveloping it in total silence. The water was so still I could see the reflections of the surrounding trees almost mirror-clear in the water. The only thing that disturbed the water's surface was the occasional fish gulping at a bug. While I was painting this work, I felt completely enveloped in the silence and quiet peacefulness of this memory.

I painted this oil painting over 24-karat gold leaf applied directly to the canvas. The gold leaf peeks out between the brushstrokes of the painting, glinting subtly in the changing light, evoking the feel of real water.

"Gilded Reflections" will be on display for The Gold Leaf Show at The Erin Hanson Gallery in McMinnville, Oregon. All are invited to the artist reception on Saturday, November 21st, 2026. (You may purchase the painting now, but it will ship after the exhibition on November 21st.)

Gilded Reflections
by Erin Hanson, 2026
Oil on canvas
60 x 48 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
This painting captures a scene in Norway inspired by pre-dawn illuminated clouds reflected in the still, cold waters. The crisp, clear air made the colors bright and pure in the early morning light. Fjord Reflections by Erin Hanson, 2025 Oil on canvas 24 x 30 in #norway #art @bsky.art #painting
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
It was such a pleasure to offer the Open Impressionism Workshop for the very first time. This long-awaited, much-anticipated four-day experience gave every attendee hands-on instruction. I enjoyed every aspect of this workshop, and I can't wait until the next one! youtu.be/_n_t1MPyowI?... #art
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Monument Valley seems bigger than life in person. I wanted this painting to capture the wide expanse of the desert sky and the feeling of being immersed in the landscape. Monument Blues by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 60 x 48 in #desert #southwesternart #monumentvalley #art #sciart @bsky.art
Monument Valley seems bigger than life in person. I wanted this painting to capture the wide expanse of the desert sky and the feeling of being completely immersed in the landscape. I used thick brushstrokes of oil paint laid side-by-side without overlapping to capture the movement and majesty of the scene.

Monument Blues
by Erin Hanson, 2026
Oil on canvas
60 x 48 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Fresh off the Easel! Zion National Park's magical wintertime light is captured in this oil painting by Erin Hanson. The landscape is quiet, all sounds muffled by a recent snowfall. Zion Snowfall by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 36x48 in #oilpainting #originalart #art #nps #winter @bsky.art
The magical light of Zion National Park in the wintertime is captured in this oil painting by Erin Hanson. The landscape is quiet, all sounds muffled by a recent snowfall. The delicate hues of orange and gold seem to glow with a light of their own. Each brushstroke feels fresh and alive, capturing the timeless beauty of the scene.

Zion Snowfall
by Erin Hanson, 2026
Oil on canvas
36 x 48 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
I'd love to see you at The Four Seasons in Las Vegas! I'll be available at the Artist Meet-and-Greet on Saturday, October 3rd, from 4 PM to 6 PM. Details: Where: The Four Seasons, Las Vegas 3960 S Las Vegas Blvd Las Vegas, NV 89119 When: October 3rd, 2026 4 PM - 6 PM #artexhibition #art
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Crystalline light filters through the boughs of a fiery maple tree in Kyoto, Japan. Crystal Maple by Erin Hanson, 2019 Oil on canvas 36 x 48 in www.erinhanson.com/portfolio/cr... #autumn #kyoto #oilpainting #impressionism #treeclub #landscape @bsky.art #art
Crystalline light filters through the boughs of a fiery maple tree in Kyoto, Japan. The slowly moving waters of the Arashiayama river reflect the light from above. The brush strokes fit together like a mosaic of stained glass, breathing color and motion into the scene.

Crystal Maple
by Erin Hanson, 2019
Oil on canvas
36 x 48 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
California vines climb towards a rising moon. Thick, impressionistic brushstrokes capture the vivacious colors and beauty of the scene. Vineyard Moon by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 30 x 24 in www.erinhanson.com/portfolio/vi... #sciart #oilpainting #art @bsky.art #impressionism #beauty
California vines climb towards a rising moon, in this painting by Erin Hanson. Thick, impressionistic brushstrokes capture the vivacious colors and beauty of the scene.

Vineyard Moon
by Erin Hanson, 2026
Oil on canvas
30 x 24 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Running pools of water ripple between tall palm trees at Indian Palms oasis, near Palm Springs. Oasis Waters by Erin Hanson, 2022 Oil on canvas 40 x 32 in #erinhanson #art #artist @bsky.art #westernart #california #desert #natureart #oilpainting
Running pools of water ripple between tall palm trees at Indian Palms oasis, near Palm Springs. The sunset sky is reflected in the oasis water, and the abstract shapes of the desert are beautifully captured in the Open Impressionist style.

Oasis Waters 
by Erin Hanson, 2022
Oil on canvas
40 x 32 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
When I visited France, I had to go to Provence to see if the lavender fields there were as beautiful as I had heard. They were, indeed! I was immediately captivated by the rolling plains of purple lavender rows. Hills of Provence by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 28 x 36 in #art #impressionism
When I visited France to visit the locales the impressionists had painted, I had to stop by Provence to see if the lavender fields there were as beautiful as I had heard. When I drove up onto the high and windy plateaus of Provence, with the Swiss Alps far in the distance, I was immediately captivated by the rolling plains of purple lavender rows. This painting captures the feeling of being in Provence, surrounded by beauty in every direction.

Hills of Provence
by Erin Hanson, 2026
Oil on canvas
28 x 36 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Monet's water lily garden in Giverny is an ever-renewing source of inspiration for me. In this painting, I wanted to capture the feeling of water lilies floating on a still pond, filled with reflections of the clouds. Lilies in the Clouds by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 40 x 40 in @bsky.art
Monet's water lily garden in Giverny is an ever-changing and ever-renewing source of inspiration for me. In this painting, I wanted to capture the feeling of water lilies floating on the surface of a still pond, filled with reflections of the clouds. I applied thick brushstrokes of oil paint laid side by side without layering to capture the sense of movement and texture in the scene.

Lilies in the Clouds
by Erin Hanson, 2026
Oil on canvas
40 x 40 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
You can almost smell the heady scent of sweet wildflowers rising in the warm air in this oil painting of Texas hill country. The impressionistic brush strokes capture the vivid beauty of spring. Wildflower Lights by Erin Hanson, 2020 Oil on canvas 24 x 30 in #art #oilpainting #artprint #texas
You can almost smell the heady scent of sweet wildflowers rising in the warm air in this oil painting of Texas hill country. The impressionistic brush strokes capture the vivid beauty of spring.

Wildflower Lights
by Erin Hanson, 2020
Oil on canvas
24 x 30 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
This path invites you into a peaceful land of beautiful light and color surrounded by coastal redwoods. You can almost imagine your quiet footfalls on the pine-needle-covered ground. Lighted Redwoods by Erin Hanson, 2023 Oil on canvas 40 x 30 in #art #treeclub #painter #sciart @bsky.art
This path invites you into a peaceful land of beautiful light and color surrounded by coastal redwoods. You can almost imagine your quiet footfalls on the pine-needle-covered ground, soft light sparkling and peeking in between the boughs high overhead.

Lighted Redwoods
by Erin Hanson, 2023
Oil on canvas
40 x 30 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
I found this grove of madrones growing on the waterline of one of the San Juan Islands. I loved how the light peeked through the leaves and how the reflections shifted from light aqua to deep ultramarine. Madrone Reflections Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 30 x 48 in @bsky.art #art #pnw #natureart
I went to the San Juan Islands to search for beautiful madrone trees and Northwestern color. I found this grove of madrones growing on the waterline, and it immediately attracted my attention. I loved how the light peeked through the leaves and how the water reflections shifted from light aqua to deep ultramarine. I used thick brushstrokes of oil paint, applied without layering, to capture the light and movement of the scene.

Madrone Reflections
by Erin Hanson, 2026
Oil on canvas
30 x 48 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Rich hues of autumn are illuminated by the soft light of early morning in this painting of Paso Robles wine country. The rolling hills of vineyards draw the eye into the painting and into the imagination. Autumn Dreams by Erin Hanson, 2023 Oil on canvas 30 x 30 in #autumn #winecountry #art

Rich hues of autumn are illuminated by the soft light of early morning in this painting of Paso Robles wine country. The rolling hills of vineyards draw the eye into the painting and into the imagination. Impasto brush strokes capture the movement and texture of the scene.

Autumn Dreams
by Erin Hanson, 2023
Oil on canvas
30 x 30 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
A full moon sets over the distant horizon, in this painting of Mendocino, in Northern California. The impressionistic brush strokes capture the vibrant colors of the landscape. Cypress Moon by Erin Hanson, 2021 Oil on canvas 30 x 40 in www.erinhanson.com/portfolio/cy... #art #cypress #california
A full moon sets over the distant horizon, in this painting of Mendocino, in Northern California. The impressionistic brush strokes capture the vibrant colors of the landscape.

Cypress Moon
by Erin Hanson, 2021
Oil on canvas
30 x 40 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Fresh off the Easel! I visited Tipsoo Lake in Mt. Rainier National Park on the hunt for mountain reflections and alpine wildflowers. Alpine Blooms by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 36 x 20 in #Tahoma #MtRainier #NPS #wildflowers #bloomscrolling #art @fineartgallery.bsky.social #oilpainting
I visited Tipsoo Lake in Mt. Rainier National Park on the hunt for mountain reflections and alpine wildflowers. The cloudy sky prevented any reflections of Mt. Rainier, but I did discover an abundance of wildflowers! This painting captures the beautiful blooms up close, in impressionistic color. Thick brushstrokes of oil paint laid side by side, without layering, create a mosaic or stained-glass appearance in the landscape.

Alpine Blooms
by Erin Hanson, 2026
Oil on canvas
36 x 20 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
I was able to watch dusk fall over the Grand Canyon from a perch about 2/3rd up from the canyon floor. There is about a one-mile vertical elevation change in the Grand Canyon - quite a hike with a pack on your back! Canyons Dusk by Erin Hanson, 2018 Oil on canvas 36 x 36 in #grandcanyon #nps #art
Hiking out of the Grand Canyon last October, I was able to watch dusk fall over the canyon from a perch about 2/3rd up from the canyon floor. There is about a one-mile vertical elevation change in the Grand Canyon - quite a hike with a pack on your back! This painting captures the restful scenery and sense of wide-open space you experience here.

Canyons Dusk
by Erin Hanson, 2018
Oil on canvas
36 x 36 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Today is one of those dates that you never forget. In the face of all the ugliness that was 9/11, I want to share a beautiful piece that represents the New York that I recently visited. Pictured: Central Park Skyline #neverforget #patriotday #art #NYC
I gather my inspiration from the beauty of the outdoors, and for the first time, this includes a cityscape! This first-ever Open Impressionism cityscape was inspired by my trip to New York City last week. Seeing the city skyline through the trees in Central Park during the magical light of golden hour sent me hunting for my paints and canvas as soon as I returned home to Oregon.

Thick brushstrokes of oil paint laid side by side capture the beautiful light hitting New York beneath a viridian canopy of early-summer leaves.

Title: "Central Park Skyline"
By: Erin Hanson
Year Created: 2026
Medium: Oil on canvas
Original Painting Size: 60 x 48 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Fresh off the Easel! The view from Hopi Point in the Grand Canyon is one of the most beautiful places to see the full layering effect of the canyon. Canyon at Dawn by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas www.erinhanson.com/portfolio/ca... #grandcanyon #westernart #art #dailyart #oilpainting @bsky.art
The view from Hopi Point in the Grand Canyon is one of the most beautiful places to see the full layering effect of the canyon. This painting captures dawn light hitting the sandstone cliffs, expressed with loose, impressionistic brushstrokes.

Canyon at Dawn
by Erin Hanson, 2026
Oil on canvas
24 x 30 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Colorful hues of cadmium are captured with a loose, impressionistic hand. The vibrant blossoms stand out against the dark background of foliage. Blooms in Cadmium by Erin Hanson, 2022 Oil on canvas 12 x 9 in www.erinhanson.com/portfolio/bl... #art #artist #bloomscrolling #natureart @bsky.art
Colorful hues of cadmium are captured with a loose, impressionistic hand. The vibrant blossoms stand out against the dark background of foliage.

Blooms in Cadmium
by Erin Hanson, 2022
Oil on canvas
12 x 9 in

https://www.erinhanson.com/portfolio/blooms-in-cadmium
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
The soft, warm autumn colors beckon you into this peaceful painting. Each brush stroke is alive with color, capturing the maple trees of Kyoto, Japan. Maple Afternoon by Erin Hanson, 2019 Oil on canvas 24 x 30 in www.erinhanson.com/portfolio/ma... #autumnal #fall #sciart #art @bsky.art #artist
The soft, warm colors of an autumn afternoon beckon you into this peaceful painting of color and light. Each brush stroke is alive with color and delicate form, capturing the maple trees of Kyoto, Japan.

Maple Afternoon
by Erin Hanson, 2019
Oil on canvas
24 x 30 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Happy Labor Day! I'm running a discount! Get 25% off sitewide through Tuesday, September 8th, 2026. I've got prints, art books, and this year's calendar all available at 25% off. Pictured: Scarlet Poppies www.erinhanson.com/portfolio #laborday #labordaysale #artsale #art #sale
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
This painting captures a vineyard scene in early spring, when the vines are just about to start sending out new shoots after the long, dormant winter. Napa Vines by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 24 x 36 in #art #oilpainting #napavalley #winecountry #nature #vineyard #womanartist @bsky.art
Exploring Napa Valley in the early morning always inspires me to pick up the brush. I love the quiet moments after dawn, when dew still covers the landscape and the light is pure and clean. This painting captures a vineyard scene in early spring, when the vines are just about to start sending out new shoots after the long, dormant winter. Thick brushstrokes of oil paint capture the beauty of the scene with unexpected pops of color and texture.

Napa Vines
by Erin Hanson, 2026
Oil on canvas
24 x 36 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
This painting was inspired by Indian Canyon Palm Oasis in Palm Springs, California. When I began painting my Gold Leaf Show, I knew I had to include a desert oasis landscape in the collection. Golden Dawn Oasis by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 48 x 36 in #westernart #art #painting @bsky.art
This painting was inspired by Indian Canyon Palm Oasis in Palm Springs, California. When I began painting my Gold Leaf Show, I knew I had to include a desert oasis landscape in the collection. Painting on 24kt gold leaf adds a layer of reflected light and makes the colors more intense. Instead of seeing the underpainting peeking through between the brushstrokes, you see glints of gold leaf. This painting captures all the warmth and surprising color of the desert.

"Golden Dawn Oasis" will be on display for The Gold Leaf Show at The Erin Hanson Gallery in McMinnville, Oregon. All are invited to the artist reception on Saturday, November 21st, 2026. (You may purchase the painting now, but it will ship after the exhibition on November 21st.)

Golden Dawn Oasis
by Erin Hanson, 2026
Oil on canvas
48 x 36 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
I never get tired of exploring Cannon Beach and Haystack Rock. Every time I'm there, the light and colors are different. Cannon Beach Haystack by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 40 x 50 in #blueskyartshow #cannonbeach #haystackrock #oregon #pnw #art #artist @bsky.art
I never get tired of exploring Cannon Beach and Haystack Rock. Every time I'm there, the light and colors are different. This weekend, the weather was forecast to be cloudy all weekend, but instead it was bright and sunny and warm--and perfect weather for taking photo inspirations. This oil painting was created with 24kt gold leaf applied directly to the canvas. The gold leaf peeks out between the brushstrokes, adding a subtle dimension of ever-changing light to the painting.

Cannon Beach Haystack
by Erin Hanson, 2026
Oil on canvas
40 x 50 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
I love how the yellow and red foliage looks against the nearby blue and purple mountains. Each impasto brushstroke captures the emotional feeling of walking through a garden at peak fall color. Gilded Autumn by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 30 x 40 in #autumn #natureart #art @bsky.art #dailyart
24 karat gold leaf peeks between the brushstrokes in this oil painting of Kyoto maple trees. I love how the yellow and red foliage looks against the nearby blue and purple mountains. Each impasto brushstroke is fresh and painterly, capturing the emotional feeling of walking through a garden at peak fall color.

"Gilded Autumn" will be on display for The Gold Leaf Show at The Erin Hanson Gallery in McMinnville, Oregon. All are invited to the artist reception on Saturday, November 21st, 2026. (You may purchase the painting now, but it will ship after the exhibition on November 21st.)

Gilded Autumn
by Erin Hanson, 2026
Oil on canvas
30 x 40 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
This painting was inspired by a canoe trip down a slow-moving creek in Oregon's Willamette Valley. The water was so still I could see reflections of the surrounding trees. Gilded Reflections by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 60 x 48 in www.erinhanson.com/portfolio/gi... #art #dailyart #sciart
This painting was inspired by a canoe trip down a slow-moving creek in Oregon's Willamette Valley. Tall, overhanging trees lined the banks, enclosing the creek and enveloping it in total silence. The water was so still I could see the reflections of the surrounding trees almost mirror-clear in the water. The only thing that disturbed the water's surface was the occasional fish gulping at a bug. While I was painting this work, I felt completely enveloped in the silence and quiet peacefulness of this memory.

Gilded Reflections
by Erin Hanson, 2026
Oil on canvas
60 x 48 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Nature's most beautiful colors are captured in a five-panel floralscape. Red corn poppies draw the eye in from the left, and the purple-blue clematis contrast with the sunflowers on the right-hand side. Floralscape in Gold by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas #bloomscrolling #art @bsky.art #sciart
Nature's most beautiful colors are captured in a five-panel floralscape in Erin's Open Impressionism style. Thick brushstrokes of oil paint capture the vivacity and movement of these flowers. Large red corn poppies in front of Shasta daisies draw the eye in from the left, and the movement of white and pink cosmos bring the eye to the purple-blue clematis that contrast with the sunflowers on the right-hand side. Genuine, 24 karat gold leaf peeks out between the flower petals, subtly glinting and changing in the light.

The painting is designed to be hung with each panel spaced about 1.5 inches apart.

Floralscape in Gold
by Erin Hanson, 2026
Oil on canvas
48 x 180 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Dappled light of sunset flickers across the ocean in this impressionistic oil painting. Dappled Ocean by Erin Hanson, 2021 Oil on canvas 22 x 30 in #blueskyartshow #sunset #art #naturebeauty #landscape #coastal #dailyart @bsky.art
Dappled light of sunset flickers across the ocean in this impressionistic oil painting. Broad strokes of pure color capture the vivid hues of the setting sun reflecting on the ocean waters.

Dappled Ocean
by Erin Hanson, 2021
Oil on canvas
22 x 30 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
A white vase of sunflowers is captured with impasto oils on canvas. The vivacious brushwork adds movement and color to the painting. Sunflowers in White Vase by Erin Hanson, 2025 Oil on canvas 36 x 28 in www.erinhanson.com/portfolio/su... #oilpainting #painter #art #artist #sunflowers @bsky.art
A white vase of sunflowers is captured by modern impressionist Erin Hanson with impasto oils on canvas. The vivacious brush work adds movement and color to the painting. 

Sunflowers in White Vase
by Erin Hanson, 2025
Oil on canvas
36 x 28 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
I'm happy to share that I've started my Labor Day Sale early this year! You can get 25% off anything sitewide until September 8th. www.erinhanson.com/portfolio #labordaysale #laborday #discount #artsale #artprints
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Wishing a very happy birthday to the NPS today. Our public lands are a true treasure. Pictured: Canyon's Light, 2019 #grandcanyon #nps #nationalpark #unitedstates #westernart #art #natureart #oilpainting #landscape @bsky.art
A bold rainbow of color illuminates the canvas in this oil painting of the Grand Canyon. This piece was inspired by a hike down to the canyon floor on a sunny October day. The impressionistic brush strokes in this painting capture the momentary and ever-changing light of this dramatic vista.

Title: "Canyon's Light"

Year Created: 2019

Medium: Oil on canvas

Original Painting Size: 28 x 36 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Point Sur stands along a sandy spit of land, catching the late afternoon light. This oil painting captures the beauty of California's Hwy 1 as it meanders by among the coastal cypress trees. Point Sur Vista by Erin Hanson, 2023 Oil on canvas 30 x 48 in #beach #california #oilpainting @bsky.art
Point Sur stands along a sandy spit of land, catching the late afternoon light. This oil painting captures the beauty of California's Highway 1 as it meanders by among the coastal cypress trees. The impressionistic brush strokes capture the changing light and saturated color of spring.

Point Sur Vista
by Erin Hanson, 2023
Oil on canvas
30 x 48 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
About a day's hike east of Kolob Canyon, you end up in Hop Valley wash. For many miles, the trans-Zion trail leads you through soft, orange sand. Hop Valley Wash by Erin Hanson, 2020 Oil on canvas 26 x 36 in #BlueSkyArtShow #natureart #oilpainting #nps #zionnps #nationalpark @bsky.art #art
About a day's hike east of Kolob Canyon, you end up in Hop Valley wash. For many miles, the trans-Zion trail leads you through soft, orange sand. The rivulets of water running through the wash reflect the surrounding cliffs and cottonwoods.

Hop Valley Wash
by Erin Hanson, 2020
Oil on canvas
26 x 36 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
"California Vista II" showcases the incredible color and beauty found along the California coastline. When I painted it, I wanted it to feel like a flurry of impressionistic paint strokes fell onto a canvas and just happened to arrange themselves into the shape of waves and cliffs. #art #artist
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
This painting of Japanese cherry blossoms captures the beautiful white and pink hues of cherry trees against viridian waters. Weeping Gold by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 40 x 50 in www.erinhanson.com/portfolio/we... #oilpainting #goldleaf #bloomscrolling #natureart #artist #art @bsky.art
This painting of Japanese cherry blossoms captures the beautiful white and pink hues of cherry trees against viridian waters. This oil painting was created with 24kt gold leaf applied to the canvas underpainting. The gold leaf glints and glitters subtly between the brushstrokes, catching the light and making the painting feel alive with motion.

Weeping Gold 
by Erin Hanson, 2026
Oil on canvas
40 x 50 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
The famous maple tree at the Portland Japanese Garden is captured here in vivid hues of red, orange, and gold. Maple Zen by Erin Hanson, 2021 Oil on canvas 27 x 48 in www.erinhanson.com/portfolio/ma... #autumnal #fall #treeclub #painter #pnw #nature #art @bsky.art
The famous maple tree at the Portland Japanese Garden is captured here in vivid hues of red, orange and gold. The gnarled, twisted branches create abstract shapes between the autumn leaves. Each brush stroke is thick and impressionistic, creating a mosaic of color and texture across the canvas.

Maple Zen
by Erin Hanson, 2021
Oil on canvas
27 x 48 in
301861279
Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
This impressionist painting of sunflowers was inspired by Provence, France. The golden blooms caught the first rays of morning light, one of the most beautiful things I have ever seen. Sunflowers in Gold by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 16 x 20 in www.erinhanson.com/portfolio/su... #art #france
This impressionist painting of sunflowers was inspired by Provence, France. The golden blooms caught the first rays of morning light, one of the most beautiful things I have ever seen. I wandered through the sunflower field during the quiet dawn hour, taking endless photos to use as inspiration for paintings when I returned home.

Sunflowers in Gold 
by Erin Hanson, 2026
Oil on canvas
16 x 20 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Impressionistic brushstrokes capture the colorful vivacity of sunflowers in this painting inspired by a flower field in Oregon's Willamette Valley. Gilded Blooms by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 16 x 20 in www.erinhanson.com/portfolio/gi... #art #oilpainting #bloomscrolling #pnw @bsky.art
Impressionistic brushstrokes capture the colorful vivacity of sunflowers in this painting inspired by a flower field in Oregon's Willamette Valley. This oil painting was painted with 24kt gold leaf, which glints and catches the light.

Gilded Blooms
by Erin Hanson, 2026
Oil on canvas
16 x 20 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
The Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm in Oregon transforms into a glorious expanse of sunflowers and other summer blooms. This painting captures the Oregon fields with Mt. Hood in the background. Northwestern Sunflowers by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 26 x 36 in #BlueSkyArtShow #earth #art @bsky.art
The Wooden Shoe tulip farm in Woodburn, Oregon, transforms into a glorious expanse of sunflowers and other late summer blooms. This painting captures the Oregon fields with Mt. Hood in the background. The whole landscape glowed with hues of pink and orange as the sun set behind the distant horizon.

Northwestern Sunflowers 
by Erin Hanson, 2026
Oil on canvas
26 x 36 in
333652
Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Cannon Beach, Oregon, is beautiful at sunset, with bonfires lighting the sandy beach in every direction. The best part is watching the pelicans dance and swirl overhead, celebrating in the last rays of daylight. Pelican Sky by Erin Hanson, 2021 Oil on canvas 38 x 48 in #BlueSkyArtShow #Earth #Art
Cannon Beach, Oregon, is beautiful at sunset, with bonfires lighting the soft sandy beaches in every direction. The best part is watching the pelicans dance and swirl overhead, celebrating in the last rays of daylight.

Pelican Sky
by Erin Hanson, 2021
Oil on canvas
38 x 48 in
724064
Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Endless fields of rich purple lupin blanket the coastal hills near Big Sur, California. This painting captures the vivid colors found during a bright springtime morning. Dawning Lupin by Erin Hanson, 2020 Oil on canvas 28 x 46 in www.erinhanson.com/portfolio/da... #california #impressionism #art
Endless fields of rich purple lupin blanket the coastal hills near Big Sur, California. This painting captures the vivid colors and wonderful sense of standing out of doors in the bright springtime morning.

Dawning Lupin
by Erin Hanson, 2020
Oil on canvas
28 x 46 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Inspired by the view from the Newberg hills, looking down over the Willamette Valley towards the coastal range, this painting captures the beauty of Oregon's wine country. Willamette Golds by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 60 x 72 in #blueskyartshow @bsky.art #oregon #pnw #winecountry #art
Inspired by the view from the Newberg hills, looking down over the Willamette Valley towards the coastal range, this painting captures the beauty of Oregon's wine country. Not only does this region produce incredible pinots, but the scenery is worth traveling to see.

This painting has an extra layer of light—the oil painting was created on 24kt gold leaf, applied directly over the underpainting. The gold leaf glints subtly behind the strokes of oil paint, catching the light and giving the illusion of moving water.

Willamette Golds
by Erin Hanson, 2026
Oil on canvas
60 x 72 in
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Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Monet's garden has given me endless inspiration. In this piece, I've added an extra layer of light with 24kt gold leaf, applied directly over the underpainting. Gilded Lilies by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 60 x 96 in www.erinhanson.com/portfolio/gi... #art #dailyart #waterlilies @bsky.art
Monet's water lilies in Giverny are reimagined in Erin Hanson's iconic Open Impressionism style. This painting has an extra layer of light—the oil painting was created on 24kt gold leaf, applied directly over the underpainting. The gold leaf glints subtly behind the strokes of oil paint, catching the light and giving the illusion of moving water.

Gilded Lilies 
by Erin Hanson, 2026
Oil on canvas
60 x 96 in
39020
Erin Hanson @erinhansonartist.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
The first blooms of spring cling delicately to a Japanese cherry tree in this painting inspired by a recent trip to Kyoto, Japan. Sakura Moon by Erin Hanson, 2026 Oil on canvas 42 x 46 in www.erinhanson.com/portfolio/sa... #oilpainting #sakura #cherryblossoms #dailyart #art #artist @bsky.art
The first blooms of spring cling delicately to a Japanese cherry tree in this painting inspired by a recent trip to Kyoto, Japan. The sakura blossoms symbolize hope and renewal of life. As the first harbinger of spring, I see these tiny blossoms as the first points of joyful light after a long, overcast winter.

"Sakura Moon" was painted over 24kt gold leaf. The gold glints through the paint strokes on the moon and between the cherry blossoms. The subtle glimmer effect can be seen when you move around the painting and see it from different directions.

Sakura Moon
by Erin Hanson, 2026
Oil on canvas
42 x 46 in
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