By Water Backyard Print by Rhiannon Shurbert

By Water Backyard captures the quiet poetry of an everyday scene transformed by color, texture, and memory. In this expressive work, artist Rhiannon Shurbert, a contemporary artist based in Tulsa, brings together the vibrant hues of a weathered fence, a graceful bare tree, and a charming home nestled behind it—evoking the warmth and simplicity of small-town backyards near the water.

The piece features rich, painterly strokes and bold contrasts: deep greens and earthy browns mingle with bright sky blues and the soft glow of string lights casually draped along the fence. The tree, rooted and sturdy, becomes the emotional center—suggesting themes of grounding, belonging, and the passing of seasons.

Shurbert’s style embraces texture, movement, and a slightly whimsical perspective, creating a scene that feels both familiar and dreamlike. By Water Backyard invites the viewer to pause, breathe, and remember the beauty in overlooked spaces.

Size: 11" x 14"

Medium: Print of a watercolor painting