from Kristin Vanderlip

oil pastel ORIGINALs

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"In the Solace of Nature"

Please note: The colors displayed may vary due to differences in screen settings, lighting conditions during photography, and individual display devices. The artwork may appear slightly different in person. All mini-paintings are painted on 4 x 4 inches oil pastel paper.





This collection draws inspiration from the spiritual and emotional experiences nature can offer us and my personal explorations and wanderings through the beauty of Northern California.

Wendell Berry's poem "The Peace of Wild Things" captures the sentiment behind the collection as well as does this quote of Anne Frank's from The Diary of a Young Girl (which also served as the inspiration for the title of this collection):

“The best remedy for those who are afraid, lonely or unhappy is to go outside, somewhere where they can be quiet, alone with the heavens, nature and God. Because only then does one feel that all is as it should be and that God wishes to see people happy, amidst the simple beauty of nature. As long as this exists, and it certainly always will, I know that then there will always be comfort for every sorrow, whatever the circumstances may be. And I firmly believe that nature brings solace in all troubles.”

SOLD

"SALTWATER REMEDY"

$55

"IT IS WELL"

$35

"A KINDER SEA"

$35

"OUT LOOKING FOR MYSELF"

"beloved wanderer"

SOLD

"Saltwater Remedy III"

"saltwater remedy II"

"CALM THE SEA IN ME"

$35

$35

$35

"Colorful Horizons of Hope"

$35

"REAWAKEN ME"

$35

"HOPE RISING II"

"HOPE RISING"

SOLD

"Pure imagination"
BRASS PEDESTAL FRAME

$55

Oil Pastel Ceramic Ornament

$25

2024 limited Edition
"The clearing"

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Yes! Mini artwork can be displayed in a variety of ways in a variety of spaces! You could find a traditional frame that fits your piece and display it on a table or wall. You could also purchase a card holder to use to display the art. For those more casual or eclectic in design style, you could hang your art on a bulletin board or clip it to a decorative string or garland. I share more ideas at the bottom of my art page home.

New original mini-collections are coming 11/21, 12/5, and 12/19. If you'd like to get updates on the release of new collections and artwork and shop early, the best way is to subscribe to my email list here.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you ship internationally? 

For original artwork, not at this time.

What if I'm unhappy with my order? What are your return and refund policies?

For art: Cancellations, exchanges and refunds are not available. All sales are final. If you think there's been a mistake or issue with your print order, please contact hello @ kristinvanderlip.com within 5 days of receiving your order.

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