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Nancy West

Living on Chincoteague Island has inspired the paintings of Nancy Richards West for almost 40 years.  Wildlife, nature and the subtle beauty of the tidal marshes have provided her with subject matter to last a lifetime.
After years of studio painting, the thrill of painting en plein air lured her out of the studio and into the field, where she has spent many years capturing the fleeting effects of changing light, weather and seasons.


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PORCH RAIL WHELK
Nancy West

$425

Oil on Linen - 10" H, 8" W
Framed - Total: 14" H, 12" W


Painting in the shade during a July heatwave requires finding a shady spot.  So I placed this broken channel whelk shell on my railing and painted it. 

Questions?   Email nancywest@nancywest.com

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FRUIT FLY
Nancy West
$385
Oil on Panel -  8" H, 10" W
Framed - Total: 12" H 14" W
When I decided to paint one of my favorite summer fruits, I did not anticipate having to ward off a hungry band of squirrels. While I was busy keeping my eye on the little furry thieves, a dragonfly landed without my noticing at first. When I saw it, I decided it added a nice accent. I did NOT paint the squirrels.
Questions?   Email nancywest@nancywest.com

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CLINGING TO ONE ANOTHER
Nancy West
$175
Oil on Panel -  6" H, 8" W
Framed - Total: 10" H 12" W
When you find such an interesting clump of oyster shells, you simply must paint it. The trick was to figure out which view was the most interesting to me. I picked this one.
Questions?   Email nancywest@nancywest.com

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MILES HANCOCK CARVING SHED
Nancy West
$550
Oil on Panel -  10" H, 8" W
Framed - 14" x 12"
Miles Hancock was a well respected Chincoteague carver and terrapin farmer (yes, a turtle man).  His carving shed has been moved to The Museum of Chincoteague and restored, and this is a view of his work area. The frame is actually an antique and is the perfect choice for a painting that looks to the past.
Questions?   Email nancywest@nancywest.com

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THE LAUNDRESS
Nancy West
$125
Oil on Panel -  6" H, 6" W - Unframed

Laundry day at my house and this dragonfly kept landing on the clothespins. So I painted her. She sat there nicely during the entire time it took me to execute this little, fun work of art.
Questions?   Email nancywest@nancywest.com
 
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AN OLD SLANT ON THINGS
Nancy West
$325
Oil on Panel -  10" H, 8" W - Unframed

This was the old Gaul Store, which was one of the many neighborhood grocery stores on Chincoteague.  It has not been open for 40 years, but many locals remember it well.  It is settling into its environment and will most likely be demolished by a new owner.  Another landmark that may disappear.
Questions?   Email nancywest@nancywest.com

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  • Who We Are
    • About Us
    • Our History
    • Board of Directors
    • Our Supporters
  • Calendar
  • Events & Programs
    • Art >
      • CCA Kitchen Gallery
      • Plein Air Art Show
    • Classes >
      • Adult & Youth Classes
      • Register for a Class
      • Apply to Teach a Class
      • Kids Art Classes
    • Markets >
      • Markets Home
    • Performance >
      • Modern Band Concert
      • Chincoteague Island Theatre Company >
        • Upcoming Productions
        • Past Productions
        • The Bivalve Trail >
          • Episodes 1-5: The Life of Thomas Downing
      • Storytelling
      • Island Coffeehouse
      • Music at the Dock
    • Senior Bingo
    • Summer Cinema Series
    • Volunteer Party
  • Get Involved
  • Donate